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Janie and Jack “Baaah” Sweater

Janie and Jack just launched their (VERY) limited edition Baaah Sweater! This fisherman-style sweater is so special, they only made 100. They’re made from 100% Climate Beneficial™ Wool and come in sizes ranging from 6M up to 8Y. Each numbered item comes in a special muslin bag and would make the most beautiful gift for a little one, that is, if you act fast! I got one for each of my girls and they are truly spectacular quality. ALSO, if you’re looking to order anything else from Janie & Jack, use my discount code MARY20 which will get you 20%…
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P.S We Made This Book

Erica Domesek, of @psimadethis fame, has written a new book full of DIY projects for children called P.S. We Made This which is packed with creative projects and recipes that will not keep your kids entertained, but will also encourage essential sensory and motor skills. The book is a great gift idea for a parent or child looking to boost cognitive development and self-confidence! I can attest, the projects are practical (often using items you have laying around the house like cardboard boxes) and so much FUN.
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Garden Building Toy

When Coco received this Flower Garden Building Toy from my in-laws for her birthday, I didn’t really understand it or know what to expect. Like the vast majority of gifts I got her for the big day, I feared it would be relegated to the bottom of a toy bin. PLOT TWIST: it is Coco’s favorite thing in the ENTIRE WORLD (hopefully after her parents and sister). The mix-and-match washable flower parts are meant to help with hand-eye coordination and creative development. Coco’s learning fine motor skills and I’m learning that—lucky for her—she didn’t inherit my not-so-green thumb. If you…
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Garden Building Toy

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A to Z Baby Poetry Book

Not all baby books are created equal, which is why I have to share this incredibly beautiful A to Z Baby Poetry book. Written by my college friend Colleen Reding Mearn and Illustrated by E S Dolan Dix, A to Z Poetry is more than just a heartwarming read, it helps build your baby’s attention span and brain development with high contrast imagery and rhythmic flow. If you’re looking for a gift for a new parent, put this book at the top of your list.
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Surprise Powerz Dolls

Toys for girls have pretty much been a Venn diagram of playing princess or mommy since the 1950s. That’s why Kristel Bell decided to make dolls that are science, tech, engineering and math-centric. For example, Codie the Coder, has a cool coder outfit and speaks over 75 educational coding-related phrases including fun sound effects and singalong jingles. By exposing young girls to STEM, these Surprise Powerz Dolls are equipping girls with confidence in those areas in the rare case that they grow up and don’t become princesses.
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Petite Keep Trunks

I just received the Petite Classic Trunk from Petite Keep and am absolutely smitten. These timeless trunks are not just a functional way to store keepsakes, clothing or toys, they’re adorable and completely customizable. You can pick the exterior color, the interior textile, even the trim. Then personalize with an embroidered monogram and you’ve got the perfect gift for a child. Wouldn’t this make a stunning toy chest in a nursery?
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Vinyl Glitter Letters

I bought these glitter letter stickers as a fun way to put Coco’s name on school items like her lunch containers and water bottles. The package includes eight sheets of colorful, glittery self-adhesive vinyl letters and numbers. They can actually be used on mailboxes and are water/weatherproof so everyone will know that the couch Coco stuck a sparkly “C” on is hers. Forever. (P.S. Take comfort in knowing that the glitter does not shed sparkles AT ALL. There is no greater tragedy than an accidental glitter bomb.)
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Little Golden Books Box Set

Nostalgia alert! These gold-foiled books for children hold a special place in many of our hearts and in honor of their 75th anniversary, Golden Books has compiled this collection of twelve favorites, including The Poky Little Puppy, The Three Bears and I Can Fly. Because when the iPad runs out of battery, sometimes only classics books will do.
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Kid’s Splash Pants and Jacket Set

In anticipation of muddy days this fall and winter, I ordered this splash jacket and splash pant set for the girls. I wanted them to fully enjoy puddle-jumping and getting their toes wet at the beach while staying warm and dry (especially as the weather cools). This adorable, waterproof, machine-washable set is lined with terry cloth and comes in pink, red and navy. I can confirm, the cuteness is… overwhelming.
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