v3 issue 47: Red White and Ka-Blue

This issue is packed with Mom Tips and pictures of our very own Tot Trends Weekly readers cute kids. Which one is your favorite?


Cover by Shalla Melton










1 Nursery Rhyme Tease brings on the red in a fun literature loving t-shirt. With or without the memorable storybook which inspired this jumpin' on the bed tee, we love this concept. What a great way to introduce a love for reading to your child.

2 A great way to start off the summer! Celebrate independence and treat yourself to a Jet Setter bag by Melissa Beth Designs...in lipstick red, of course, for the Fourth of July. Pack all the necessities for the big holiday weekend in this huge bag drenched in rugged red nylon on the outside and silky sweet polka-dots on the inside.

3 Little toes sizzle in these designer booties from Baby Bella Maya. Available in sizes 0-6 & 6-12 months for an amazing price of ten buckaroos. All booties are fashioned in a Mary Jane style with a secure Velcro attachment. Great patterns to choose from, but these crimson red beauties pop onto the top of our list for the summer season.

4 Got pants that keep slip-sliding away? Baby Beltz has something to help-cool little designer belts for infants and tots! Take to the high seas with this red, white, and blue reversible belt with a nautical theme and tighten things up with either a Velcro closure, a military buckle, or d-rings...you pick at check-out.

5 What summer can go without a little crab? At least this one comes on a shirt... no whining, no grumpiness, and definitely no pinching. Hop on over to the learning tees to catch a little crab that comes with a fact tag to teach you some fun facts about this crustacean creature!

6 When it comes to hair accessories for babies and young girls, chances are you can find something to love at Funny Girl Designs. Adorably adorned or plain & simple clips, barrettes, headbands, and their gorgeous goodies can be purchased at fabulously low prices. If you insist we pick a favorite, we'll go with the cute reminder of our good luck summer friend-the ladybug.

7 MamaOm is the place to find organic tees, beachwear, and accessories for hipster Moms & their tiny tots. This hot little number is just one of the fabulous bikinis from the swimwear collection. Ruffles, ties, and colorful embroidery make this berry blossom suit the pick of the crop for your 2T-6T sized shortcake.

This weeks mom tips:
Cleaning Tip: Urine on a Mattress - It's important to keep in mind that actually cleaning the urine stain is important. Since bacteria are found in urine, leaving a stain untreated for an extended period can result in the growth of fungus and mold in the mattress.
Tips & Tricks to Remove Urine from Mattress-
Vinegar: Pour a moderate amount of vinegar on the soiled area, and absorb excess liquid with a large towel or wet vacuum. This will lift the smell and bacteria not the stain.
Shampoo: Liquid Laundry Detergent with a small amount of water will help to remove the new stain but not an old stain.
Steam Cleaning: Whenever possible, consider using a hot steam cleaner on mattresses with urine stains. Used with a cleansing agent, steam cleaning is usually quite effective at removing the physical stain, eliminating the smell of urine, and killing bacteria that may otherwise grow and spread.
Green Tip: Unplug appliances such as coffeemakers and cell phone chargers when not in use. Many electric appliances continue to consume a small number of watt-hours of power even when switched to off.
Time Saving Tip: Skip ironing and get wrinkles out of a shirt or pair of trousers by putting them in the dryer for 15 minutes with a damp hand towel.
Financial Tip: Movies can be expensive. Rather than viewing each release during its main run, try and wait until the show comes out in the "dollar movies" or on video. With a bit of patience, you can realize family savings of around $20 per video as compared to a family trip to the theater. Save the theater for the really much anticipated films.

Your Cute Kids
We asked our readers to submit pictures of their cutie pies, and these were our favorites. We want to see your adorable tots! Share your funny photos with us. (Please be sure to send web sized files) contact@tottrendsweekly.com