Kid’s Bargain Style

If you know that I also write My Two Boys then you also know that I am a firm believer of Lead Free Toys. Lilly’s Kids is not necessarily known for Lead Free Toys and does not even have a statement on their site. However, there are several products that I would recommend. You can find a wholesome selection of choices for kids of all ages, from newborns to teens and everyone in between.

This double sided easel and chalkboard has wood trays that hold chalk on one side and dry erase and paint on the other. It is a natural beechwood frame and on sale for $44.98

This 2006 Topps Collection of 650 Baseball Trading Cards is sealed for the investor. Any young boy would love this for Christmas even though its a year out. I know my brother collected them 20 years ago and they are worth a mint now. On sale for $39.99 from $54.98

This portable MP3 Player Case is poly/nylon and stretches to fit most players. Right now it is only $1.98

These cardboard bricks have been a tradition in preschools for generations. They are strong enough to withstand the toughest kids and light enough to lift. Add ons available.

And here is one that looks fantastic but I don’t know agree with the recommendation for 3 months and up. Small items can get caught. (And I don’t know about what it is made of)

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Since we are now adopting domestically I am in need of baby items. We adopted our first child when he was two years old and granted we needed plenty of “baby” items because he was very delayed. He was still in diapers, had just learned to walk, did not have any language skills, and was still not chewing so all of his food was baby food or formula. We got all the essential baby/toddler products like bottles, sippy cups, a crib and bedding, a changing table, toys and toy storage, diaper bag, potty chair, car seat, stroller, etc.

What we are missing? The infant products and I’m craving products from stores like Land of Nod because of the quality and the cute factor. No, this is not some random…I found this site and thought I would promote them…I LOVE this store and have since my friend Carrie had the catalogs in her living room about four years ago. I used to browse while I was babysitting her newborn and dreaming of mine.

So, I went to their site this evening and created my very own registry (which you can hide until you want to show others) and made one for fun. I’m not showing anyone until we are matched with a birth mother.

What we will need:
1. Quality Baby Moses Baskets for sleeping in our room (we have a small house and it would be difficult to fit a bassinet).
2. Baby Girl Diamond Crib Bedding , if its a girl of course. If its a boy again…I have everything.
3. Bebe Pod Infant Seat
4. Chenille, Velvet, and Satin Pastel Baby Blanket
5. Primo Baby EuroBath
6. Good Will Baby Bunting
7. Britax Companion Infant Car Seat - Britax Companion Infant Car Seat
8. Ultra MobiCam Video Monitor - Mobicam Monitor System because I want to keep an eye on AJ…and our monitor is shot!
9. BABYBJÖRN(r) Soft Bib These are my FAVORITE bibs and you can NEVER have enough of them. They are the only ones I used with AJ.
10. Baby Pacifier Pack…AJ ate all the ones I had.
11. Maclaren Rocker . Every baby needs a good rocker, right?
12. Orbit Rocker Cradle. Or, Simply combine the rocker, cradle all in one? And, it fits right into the stroller! Orbit Infant Stroller System

After I created that list I took a look at the Nods and Ends Outlet . Some beautiful blankets, photo albums, and a mobile! I can’t wait to buy baby things!

Ooh! Don’t forget the coupons!
Sure it may be early, but Santa’s reindeer are already in the giving spirit. They’re offering free shipping for our customers on select holiday items. For the best selection, it’s best to shop early. So hoof it on over to landofnod.com, because Santa’s reindeer can’t work gratis forever. Through 12/19/07

And, Free Shipping on all Gift Cards through 12/19/07.

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Its hard to find a good 1, that I know. We have two; one for everyday fold and go and one for jogging, which I have never used for that but is great for off-roading and using in the grass. The fold and go stroller we have is a Graco stroller that was only about $35 and has been used to its death. Because we adopted AJ at the age of two we never had a need for a car seat stroller, what one calls a travel system. However, we are now in need of TWO new stroller with the adoption of an infant. We will need a travel system and a double stroller, preferably a Sit and Stand because AJ will obviously be at an age wherein he will want to walk and sit/stand.

Instead of finding two different strollers, I found one. Great, huh? I found a sit-n-stand that accommodates an infant seat.

Our first stroller on sale is the Joovy Caboose Ultralight.

Joovy Caboose Ultralight - $ 229.95
Retail Price: 249.95
You Save: $20.00
From: Stroller Depot Stores It is 21 pounds with a stand and a seat for toddlers. It also comes with a parent organizer, canopy and sun visor, accommodates children from 6-45 pounds, and is compatible with 12 infant car seats.

Right now take $20 off and get free shipping.

Baby Trend Sit-n-Stand Plus with Parent Tray is on sale with free shipping as well.

Baby Trend Sit-n-Stand Plus with Parent Tray (On Sale) - $ 159.95
Retail Price: 179.95
You Save: $20.00
From: Stroller Depot Stores This one features the same frame as the original sit-n-stand but adds a second seat for tired toddlers (note that when the seat is functional, a toddler can not stand). The weight capacity in each seat is 40 pounds and both seats now include a 5 point harness for safety. This stroller is also compatible with several infant car seats including; Designer 35, Cosco Ariva, Peg Perego, Evenflo Cozy Carry & Portabout, Evenflo On My Way, Evenflo Embrace, Century Vante, Graco Snug Ride, and Baby Trend.

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When I was little I remember my cousin had a fascination with sock monkeys. It was her lovey and she carried it around everywhere. When one fell apart another one miraculously appeared. Sock monkey’s have been around forever but they are hotter than ever now and the stores are selling out of them like crazy. So, get some Christmas shopping done early and stock up on your socks.

But, what is so special about the Sock Monkey? Well, for one they are from the Chicago Area! They are also a tradition in so many families that I know here. But, you can also make them yourselves. See today’s posting of Discussing Autism to learn how. But, if you are needing to cut corners you can simply order a kit from Super Sock Monkey and get started from there.

There are also some cool printables, finger puppets, and mazes on the site…including a history of why sock monkeys are so popular!

The Land of Nod: They have updated a retro toy and made it all the more classic.

Pokka Dots has these fabulous sock monkey kids slippers on sale right now for only $14.95 and adults can get matching ones for only $18.95.

I found a fantastic sock monkey backpack at Monkey Goods…

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One of my favorite stores is Hanna Andersson because it is all organic.

Hanna Andersson was a Swedish grandmother of the founder of the company, Gun Denhart. Denhart states on the store website that his grandmother had a way with babies. “Grandmother taught me the Swedish tradition of choosing the best quality she could find – and using things for a long, long time!”

What is so wonderful about the quality of Hanna Andersson is the 100% organic cotton and the certified products. Oko-Tex certifies each “garment, fabric, button, thread, and zipper” so that the product is healthy for kids.

With my son’s sensitive skin and sensory issues these are the perfect fabrics for him. And, they have sales ALL the time.

Check these out.

Spider Tee

A Thousand Flowers

Boys Argyles Vest

Knit Circle Dress

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