Eventually all babies need a little something to nibble on. Petite Frites makes mommy approved teething blankets that are both stylish and practical. Made from two layers of ultra-soft fabric, right here in the USA, the 12” x 12” blankies comes with four teethers attached at the corners: a natural (untreated) maple wooden ring, two pima cotton hand-crocheted shapes, and a cotton-stuffed gingham fabric star. All of the teethers are removable so you can easily exchange them for your baby’s pacifier, favorite chewy toy or rattle. $32

One way to lighten the mood in the household is to add a big ol’ set of Googly Eyes to the most random of objects. After all, who can be upset when the fridge is staring at them!? Silly and fun, these adhesive-backed googly eyes will be perfect for putting on your sleeping children, mailboxes, instruments or presents, because boring things are so much funnier when they’re personified. $6

For whatever reason, hot air balloons are having a moment in design right now. This PDF tutorial on how to make a hot air balloon baby mobile for a crib/cot is the perfect way to get crafty in anticipation of your new arrival. The clearly illustrated diagrams and cut out templates are your guide, and you can choose colors to suit your your nursery vision. $10

One way to keep the peace in your home is hang some of it on the wall. PBTeen’s iconic mirror will reflect peace and calm throughout your space. Tweens and teens will definitely appreciate, while moms or dads with a little hippie sensibility won’t mind seeing it around the house. $159

Knot tying may not see all that exciting in the face of the types of entertainment that’s out there today, but I’m sure there are a few little ladies and gents who would disagree. After all, you never know when the right knot might just save the day.  With this great kit,  kids learn how to tie a knot for nearly all their needs. The bringing-it-back-to-basics kit includes, one white rope 15″, one blue rope 15″, direction cards for 8 different knots. $12

Want to hook up a new “edition” with a terrific library? Land of Nod is here to help! Their medium and large sized Baby Book Gift Sets includes a range of classic books that will grow along with baby. It also comes complete with a soft knit rattle. They even tie them up with a fancy bow, so it’s packaged up and ready to go! $49+

a set of color coordinated jewel-toned bangles exclusively for mommy and her little one.  perfect for that special mommy & me time, dress up play, or a family dinner. these stunning bangles are sure to please both mommy & child!

choose from a ruby-colored set, a saffron-colored set or a set of bangles just for mom!

$22

There isn’t a kid on earth who would protest having a swing around the home or garden. Handwoven with cool blues, greens and white yarn over iron frame, the Figueira Swing Chair takes its cue from Brasilian hammocks. Part of the Novogratz collection for CB2, the design allows for laidback living (and some fun) anywhere, from back porch to urban loft. $149

If you’re going to splurge a little on one piece of accent decor, make it a throw pillow. They offer big statements, have a little footprint, all with the added bonus of an important function. This Organic Cat Pillow by Sewn Natural on Etsy is a lovely place to rest their not-tired heads or cuddle up to. It’s done in soft and silky 100% organic cotton sateen, and printed with water-based, eco-friendly non-toxic inks. $36

What could be cooler than a set of walkie talkies? Styles that are so tiny, you can conceal them to further your top secret missions. These remarkably mini fully-functional 2-way walkie talkie radios get the job done at just 2 inches tall. They will work up to 150 feet apart and have flexible antennas for pocket portability. $15