v 3 issue 20: Luxurious Tots

Our current issue is full of luxurious and expensive goods and gifts. From leather ballet flats to gold rattles, this issue will leave you drooling for these products.




Cover by Connie Hill






Glamorous Gifts


1 We love Egg by Susan Lazar and we love these beautiful ¾ sleeve cable knit dresses from her fall collection. Available in ivory or dusty rose and comes with a matching diaper cover. Susan Lazar’s knit dress is made with environmentally-friendly materials and will keep baby warm and cozy. Her collection of sweaters, rompers, and blankets are the perfect addition to any little one’s wardrobe.
2 Brag about your kids with JULIAN & Co. for mom. Each of these 18k gold pendants are 5/8” in diameter and is inscribed with their signature baby hands and feet as well as your child's name and date. Order one for each of your children for a beautiful charm necklace.
3 We simply adore these ballet flats by Sue London. Made of Italian lambskin leather, these slippers are simply luxurious. Sue London ballet flats for women are a favorite of celeb’s like Cindy Crawford and the new infant version is certain to please the little one’s in Hollywood as well.
4 This beautiful two-color reversible dupioni silk sling is pure luxury for any mom and baby. Sakura Bloom slings are machine washable, fully reversible, designed to fit all body shapes and sizes, and easy to use for both newborns and toddlers. Your sling comes with a detailed booklet of instructions, tips, and photos. Sakura Bloom slings are loved by Hollywood moms like Bridget Moynahan, Heidi Klum and Marcia Cross.
5 Harmony Ball chiming rattles are known for their simple and elegant design. These hand-tuned, sixteen tone rattles are crafted from German Silver with a thick overlay of 14k gold. These beautiful rattles are sure to delight baby and will be cherished for generations.
6 For a silky and soft lovey for your love, Queenie by Design’s Luxury Loveys are simply the most luxurious we have seen. Perfectly sized for serenity on the go, the Petite Luxury Loveys are simply stunning. Sent on a wooden hanger, this is the perfect gift for a special prince or princess.
7 These beautiful silk booties by Rheba James will surely be a favorite. Rheba’s soft-soled shoes are designed with a mandarin style back to snugly hug your baby’s tender tootsies. After baby grows out of them they look beautiful in a keepsake shadowbox frame.
8 Showcase your favorite photos and memories with a stylish locket necklace by Monica Rich Kosann. These lockets are beautiful heirlooms that can be passed from generation to generation. These beautiful keepsakes are loved by celebrities, grandmothers and mothers alike (Katie Holmes has two). Available in Sterling Silver or 18k Gold.


This week's mom tips
Cleaning Tip: Rub glass shower doors with a white vinegar-dampened sponge to remove soap residue.
Organizing Tip: Get rid of trash. You’ll be amazed at the amount of trash or stuff you never use you have throughout your home. Save time and space by tossing trash and donating usable goods.
Time Saving Tip: Shop online! Services like Netflix for movies and Shutterfly for photos can help you minimize running around by accomplishing tasks from home. Set up online payment for your bills to save money on stamps and a trip to the post office.
Financial Tip: Save on gas by no longer idling your car. Even on cold mornings, cars don't need to idle more than 30 seconds. Especially with newer cars, they are designed to be driven almost immediately.
Top 10 Tips on How to Become a Mom-trepeneur
In order to stay at home with baby many moms today are looking for ways to create a home based business which will allow them flexibility. As if getting pregnant, giving birth to an 8 lb baby and leaving your corporate career to be a stay-at-home mom isn't overwhelming enough.
Many working women who have decided to make the switch after having their first baby tackle the transition from a busy career life to living a life with baby. It's not too long after baby arrives that a mother thinks of things that will keep her talents sharp and passions alive.
She may think of launching her own business. This is when the fun truly begins in learning the art of juggling! The days of cleaning baby bottles and changing dirty diapers are mixed in with creating a business plan and marketing research. It's a popular trend today where moms are thinking of cool niches or product ideas that will help them make millions while raising their babies.

Top 10 Tips:
1. Make a list of your goals and keep them at the forefront of your mind to keep you focused.
2. Allow for the creative process to happen - no idea is a bad idea, test it, try it, believe!
3. Create a business plan and share the idea with someone you trust to give you feedback.
4. Keep organized - make a list of to do items to help you prioritize what needs to get done to launch your business.
5. Realize having your own business will take hard work. You'll put in more hours in your own business than a regular job at the office but it will be worth it.
6. Plan some "me" time into your day to keep you balanced and fresh. You'll be a better mom, wife and person overall when you allow some time to re-fresh.
7. Believe in yourself, be confident, take real action and know it will happen.
8. Remain positive. Remember you'll have ups and downs. There will be days where you ask yourself if you're crazy, where people don't get back to you or reject your idea but you must keep going.
9. Draw your boundaries. Make sure you set times for work, family and me time so that you allow balance in all areas of your life.
10. Remember it takes a village. Have a strong support team and network. If you have a partner, relatives, friends who offer their help take it! Women have a knack at creating special bonds, use your network. You can't do it alone.

By Melissa Moog, Founder of Itsabelly LLC, www.itsa-belly.com, Baby Concierge & Planning Services for New and Expectant Parents