Whatever we cover here for bigger kids, our hearts still belong to those beautiful new babies, and their new moms who are just discovering the world of cool possibilities for them. While we have an awesome annual baby shower gift guide with more than 100 awesome picks, here are a few favorites of the year that might show up on our 2011 guide, coming out soon.
Baby Gifts
The new Jonathan Adler Junior collection (at top) means Iโve got a new go-to site for well-designed baby gifts for those mamas in my life who just wonโt be satisfied with a six-pack of cloth diapers. โLiz
You canโt go wrong with anything from Blabla kids, like their new dream rings, the kind of gift that makes that new mom cry. And donโt be fooledโthatโs not as easy to do as you think. -Kristen
Baby Gear
I think the Nook sleep system is inspired; theyโve really reinvented what a crib mattress can be. Namely non-toxic, organic, breathable, and very comfortable. -Liz
I never thought Iโd use a video baby monitor, but then I tried out the Philips Avent video baby monitor and Iโm eating my words. A registry must. There, I said it. -Kristen
When your bambino is nestled all snug in his Snugride, itโs hard to imagine heโll ever be big enough for a booster. When he is, we hope heโs still got the wonderful Clek Booster Seats to choose from, especially with the cool Paul Frank designs. โLiz
Strollers
Iโm so pleased that Mamas & Papas finally made it to American shores. We can always use more affordable, well-designed strollers around here. โLiz
I also have to give a shout-out to the Bugaboo Donkey. All hail the long awaited Bugaboo double stroller! Even if the name is a littleโฆyeah. That. โLiz
The iCandy strollers live up to their name and more. Theyโre swanky and smartโtwo qualities I think should be requirements for any stroller purchase and are often hard to find. Kristen
Bedding, blankets, and bibs
Every time I wrap my newest baby in the new organic aden + anais swaddlers I wonder why I ever used anything else before. Yes, theyโre just that amazing. -Kristen
Affordable bedding thatโs as cute as the stuff in the expensive boutiques? Absolutely. Now that DwellStudio for Target is here. Welcome! Weโre happy to have you. โLiz

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