v 2 issue 27: Editors Picks of 2006 Part II

More of our favorites from 2006. These products made us say wow and deserve a second look.



Cover photo by Melissa Mullinax





editors pick: baby legs
Cover up those cute little baby legs with….BabyLegs! Babylegs are one size fits most leg coverings that are useful to cover legs when wearing bodysuits, or for keeping legs warm when pants rid up. They are perfect to throw in your diaper bag and pull on when the evening chill begins, great for under a dress or when wearing a onesie. Not only are they cute and draw lots of adult attention, but your baby will love looking at the patterns.


editors pick: patricia ann designs
On every baby needs list are blankets…and lots of them. Along with about a million flannel receiving blankets, you do need a few lux blankets for those trips out into the real world. Patricia Ann Designs specializes in the most luxurious blankets and accessories for baby. We are talking fabulous! So soft and silky, their line is top notch. You can find this beautiful collection at only the most high-end retailers, including Nordstrom’s. You will spoil baby with the luxurious feel and the look…absolutely fabulous, darling!

editors pick: patemm
Calling all moms! Sick of wrestling with your little man to change his diaper? We've found the perfect solution for you! Drum roll please...Patemm Pads! This circular changing pad will leave you wondering how you ever managed before it came into your life. Not only does it provide a large space for changing baby, it also converts into a carrying case complete with handles. With pockets to stash diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes, you'll have everything you need while on-the-go. Patemm Pads are available in two sizes and twelve fabulous patterns. They clean up easy due to the oilcloth material. Compact, chic, and easy! Buy yours at patemm.com today.

editors pick: pastel toys
We love these toys by Pastel Toys and think they should be on every new baby’s wish list. Not only are they beautiful pieces that make a wonderful addition to the nursery’s décor or baby’s favorite toys; but these toys also have a wonderful story behind them.
Made by adults with special needs at the village of Kishorit in Israel; each piece is handmade the old-fashioned way, with the resident craftspeople sanding the cut forms to its smooth kid-friendly finish and painting the toys with non-toxic milk-based paint. Each toy receives individual attention and is subject to rigorous quality control. These fanciful, quality toys are built to last, promising hours of fun now and for generations. Their construction helps the residents of Kishorit become self-sustaining by teaching them marketable skills, enhancing their self-esteem, and supporting the development of their village.
When you buy a toy from Pastel Toys, you help Pastel Toys help them. Each box contains the story of how Pastel Toys are created so the receiver will appreciate the craftsmanship of this gift as well.

editors pick: bubble & squeak
Bubble and Squeak is the hottest new diaper bag company on the market. Created by a Swedish gal who began her diaper bag company literally on her kitchen table. She decided that the current diaper bags on the market just didn’t wow her like her pre-pregnancy handbags. These bags are oh so fabulous and can fit in your current bag or stand alone. They carry all your needs in a neat, organized fashion. With three sizes to choose from you will find the perfect fit for your needs.
Their petite diaper bag is a cute little carrier, perfectly sized to carry essentials for baby or your toddlers needs. With 5 pockets, there is a place for everything from diapers and wipes to binkies. A perfect bag to keep in the car for short runs to the store.
We love their Diapering Kits, tri-fold kits to organize all of your changing needs all complete with a changing area. Available in small or large, with the large kit containing 5 pockets for outfits, diapers, wipes and creams.
What are fantastic about Bubble and Squeak kits, aside from their functionality, are their fabulous prints. We look forward to seeing more from this adorable company.

editors pick: bella materna & tummy honey

We found a line that is sensuous, sexy, luxurious, and comfortable. Bella Materna is a fresh face on the scene of maternity wear. Like a breathe of fresh air, Bella Materna gives you new options for the months you're growing your new love. This amazing time in your life doesn't need to be spent in your sweats.

Bella Materna's line is truly comfortable. Combined with its elegant beauty, you are sure to shine. The Bella Materna collection includes panties, nursing bras, camisoles, sleepwear, transition, workout, and loungewear. Made from high quality, imported Italian Nylon/Lycra and French lace, this luxurious line is sure to please. Now, let's talk nursing wear. This is a difficult time for living fashionably. Bella Materna offers classically designed, beautiful nursing wear that makes nursing easy while looking and feeling your best. Their nursing wear is so luxurious and timelessly classic, that you will be wearing it long after your nursing days are over.
It's been two months since your bundle of joy was born and you’ve lost nearly all of your baby weight. You may now have focused your attention to the few minor blunders on your tummy that weren’t there before baby. We all dread them and hope we aren’t destined to look like our mothers (which is pretty much a matter of certainty)…Stretch Marks!
Don’t panic! We have personally tested Tummy Honey Stretch Mark Solutions and are lovin’ what we are seeing. This cream will help get rid of unwanted belly marks relatively quickly.
This product worked so well on our test mom that we personally are recommending this product. Please note that to see full results you should be using this product twice a day for two months. We noticed results beginning in just two weeks...our test mom's skin was smoother (lessening the rippling look) and her stretch marks began to fade. While they are not completely gone, the results are significant. Mothers Intuition, the makers of Tummy Honey, state that stretch marks will be reduced 30-70%. So, what are you waiting for? For only $24.95 what have you got to lose...besides a few marks!