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Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Medical experts worldwide agree that barefoot is best, and soft, flexible-soled shoes are the next best choice, for both infants and children. The best shoe mimics bare feet, by supporting - not constricting tiny growing feet.
Robeez footwear flex and bend with every step. They promote good balance and unrestricted growth, while protecting little feet from the world. They stay on too, with elasticized ankles to ensure a perfectly snug fit.
When you're choosing shoes for their developing feet:
1. Make it soft. A softer sole that cushions, allows toes a better grip, helping balance and muscle growth.
2. Get fit. A shoe with elastic hugs the ankle with every step, staying snug and secure for a great fit.
3. Measure up. Little feet grow quickly, so measure regularly.
4. Be flexible. Shoes should not restrict proper bending of the joints. A soft flexible soled shoe allows the foot to flex with ease.
5. Go light. Help the new walker go light and stay upright by choosing a lightweight shoe without bulky padding and heavy soles.
6. Get wiggling. Promote movement and flexing of their growing feet with games like "This Little Piggy".
Thursday, January 22, 2009
The Eco-inspired organic bassinet; carrier is fully lined with a blend of organic soybean & cotton so every inch of material that touches your baby’s skin is a wholesome, hygienic alternative to synthetic fabrics. So many great features and colors!
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Our already great registry has loads of new features and is now easier than ever to use. You can set up multiple lists: have one for your shower and one for little Suzie's 2nd birthday.
It's easy to use and manage.
New features include:
- Add the date of your shower or party
- let people know if you're having a boy or girl
- ability to name your wish lists
- set up multiple registries or wish lists
- ability to add more then one of a product
- ability to see if a product is out of stock when looking at a registry
- easily edit or even delete a wish list
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
The Best Gifts are in the Highlands!
Avoid the Malls and shop close to home for fabulous, inventive, gorgeous gifts you won't find anywhere else.
Don't Miss our Annual 11th Hour Shop Nite on Monday December 22!
Shops along 32nd Avenue
will be open until 11 PM
with specials and treats to help speed along your last minute shopping.
Map it!
Holiday in the Highlands
Sunday December 14 from 1-3
Visit Santa Claus
Horse and Wagon Rides
Strolling Holiday Music
Hot Chocolate
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Friday, November 07, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
You can teach your children how to save the planet by introducing them to this cool Eco friendly doll house. A realistic Real Life House on 2 Floors,aiming an enviromental concerns. By living in an environmentally-concerned way of life we can preserve our world. Riding bicycles, using clean energy, and recycling are activities that are friendly to our environment. Parents can play together with their children to create a fun house with loads of accessories, plus teach children about each ECO activity that they can try at home and in daily activities to save the environment.
Wonderworld is a strong advocate of protecting the environment, insists on using only rubber-wood that is of replenishable source and is widely accepted throughout the world as environmental-friendly material. This House even comes with a family of hippies!
Friday, October 17, 2008
Monday, October 06, 2008
Great news! Now I don't have to get my kids the Hamster they wanted
By Lindsey Tanner
The Associated Press
Article Last Updated: 10/06/2008 07:05:16 AM MDT
CHICAGO — Warning: Young children should not keep hedgehogs as pets — or hamsters, baby chicks, lizards or turtles, for that matter — because of risks for disease.
That's according to the nation's leading pediatricians group in a new report about dangers from "exotic" animals.
Besides evidence that they can carry dangerous and sometimes potentially deadly germs, exotic pets may be more prone than cats and dogs to bite, scratch or claw — putting children younger than 5 particularly at risk, the report says.
Young children are vulnerable because of developing immune systems — plus they often put their hands in their mouths.
That means families with children younger than 5 should avoid owning "nontraditional" pets. Also, kids that young should avoid contact with these animals in petting zoos or other public places, according to the report from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
The report appears in the October edition of the group's medical journal, Pediatrics.
"Many parents clearly don't understand the risks from various infections" these animals often carry, said Dr. Larry Pickering, the report's lead author and an infectious-disease specialist at the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
For example, about 11 percent of salmonella illnesses in children are thought to stem from contact with lizards, turtles and other reptiles, Pickering said. Hamsters also can carry this germ, which can cause severe diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps.
Salmonella also has been found in baby chicks, and young children can get it by kissing or touching the animals and then putting their hands in their mouths, he said.
Hedgehogs can be dangerous because their quills can penetrate skin and have been known to spread a bacterium that can cause fever, stomach pain and a rash, the report said.
With supervision and precautions such as hand-washing, contact between children and animals "is a good thing," study co-author Dr. Joseph Bocchini said.
But families should wait until children are older before bringing home an exotic pet, he said. Those who already have these pets should contact their veterinarians about specific risks and possible new homes for the animals, he said.
But a spokesman for the International Hedgehog Association said there's no reason to single out hedgehogs or other exotic pets.
"Our recommendation is that no animal should be a pet for kids 5 and under," said Z.G. Standing Bear. He runs a rescue operation near Pikes Peak for abandoned hedgehogs.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Were are glad to say that Real Baby has never done business with any of the companies sited in this article. Please read this important article.
Sept 24 2008: California Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. has sued five baby furniture manufacturers for failing to warn consumers about the dangerous levels of formaldehyde gas emitted by their products, including cribs and changing tables.
“We’re suing these companies because parents deserve to know if there’s a dangerous chemical in products for children,” Brown said. “Over the past two years, we’ve brought other actions to ensure the safety of children’s products, such as lead in toys and phthalates in baby bibs.
"Increasingly, the wood and other materials in consumer products are produced globally, and the lack of tough safeguards and strict enforcement can lead to dangerous levels of exposure,” Brown added.
Passed by voters in 1986, Proposition 65 requires manufacturers to provide “clear and reasonable warnings” of chemicals in their products that are known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
The state’s lawsuit alleges that Child Craft, Delta Enterprise Corp., Stork Craft, South Shore Industries and Jardine Enterprises manufactured baby furniture, such as cribs and changing tables, that emit formaldehyde — a chemical known to cause cancer — and failed to provide any warning about this risk.
In addition to being a carcinogen, formaldehyde has been shown to contribute to respiratory problems like asthma. The levels of formaldehyde gas emitted from the baby furniture, when combined with other potential sources of formaldehyde in the home, are high enough to cause respiratory irritation to children sleeping in the cribs.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
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Thursday, May 08, 2008
Real Baby Boulder is just around the corner. Located on the corner of 15th and Pearl St. right in the heart of downtown Boulder Colorado. We our very excited to grow our business and we hope to have the new store up and running around August 1st. The building is getting closer to being finished, so we will keep you posted! Click on the image above to see more photos of our new location.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
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Monday, March 03, 2008
Just something to think about.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Yes it's real. Every loving and caring parent needs to offer this toy to their little future Homeland Security Expert. Cause delays getting into your elementary school, spread fear, and interrogate your friends! Drug sniffing dog and travel size water boarding kit not included. I wish I would have thought of this. $29.95 will get you this cardboard box that beeps.
Below is the actual wording from the manufacturer of why this toy was created. Be afraid.
"In an effort to help children understand and be comfortable and confident in the need and process of higher security protocols we've developed a new play and learning toy and resource web site to promote and educate security procedures.
OperationCheckpoint.com and the makers of the Scan-It toy are attempting to bring security technology companies, governments and security providers together to help educate children on the need and importance of airport and public spaces security."
Thursday, February 21, 2008
PLAYSPOT is a beautiful and innovative soft floor surface that keeps your child comfortable and happy, while complementing your home's decor. With a variety of neutral and designer tile colors, it's the perfect addition to the modern or contemporary nursery.
Large in size and large on style, these floor tiles have been designed, tested and manufactured for children of all ages. It's easy to put together with its unique connector system so you can configure it to fit your style.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Modern is in at Real Baby
Monday, January 21, 2008
Automoblox are Here!
These beautifully designed vehicles will set your childs imagination racing. With interchangable parts, the sky is the limit for what your little designer can create. Automoblox are designed as an heirloom toy with safety and durability being most important. I would buy a Mini Van if they looked like this! To see Automoblox in action click here.
Friday, January 04, 2008
Real Baby is Voted Best Baby Store in Denver!
For the third year in a row City Search members have voted Real Baby the best baby store in Denver. We are very humbled and proud, and we want to thank everyone who voted for us. We promise to keep bringing you the best products we can find for you and your little ones.
Here is a little insider tip for you our favorite readers of the blogosphere.... look for Real Baby to open it's second store in Boulder!! That's right, We have signed on the dotted lines and we will be moving into our second home on the North East corner of 15th and Pearl in downtown Boulder Colorado. We should open doors sometime in the summer and we will keep you posted about the grand opening festivities. We can't wait!
Monday, November 12, 2007
Do they make this Chair in Adult Size?
The Fresco High Chair by Bloom Baby features multiple grow-with-baby modes. From newborn to 6 months it acts like a resting cradle. At 6 months and up it becomes a feeding chair with optional up to the table, or tray modes. The Fresco can also be a play seat from 2 years and up holding a child up to 79 lbs.
The Fresco also features; super sized adjustable feeding tray & second play tray that are dishwasher safe, 360 degree swivel with resistor, pneumatic assist easy lift height adjustment for an infinite range of positions, mulitple position reclining seat, 5 point harness with heigh adjustable straps, microsuede seat upholstry available in vibrant colors, multiple position foot rest, and enclosed castor wheels in the base for easy lift and glide.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
I Want This Stroller!
I'm not sure why, but I want this stroller. I would love to put on a black cape and mask and pull up next to some moms in the park pushing their weak jog strollers and challenge them to a race. I would fire up my Ipod in the custom Ipod dock. Then I would press play on the DVD player and roll the intro to Top Gun and shout Go! They Don't stand a chance.
This is a real stroller. It is The Limited Edition Harmony. A joint project of Pinstripe Prep, makers of fine baby and kid gear ["country club couture without the snobbery"], custom car guru Joe Iacono and the mastermind Jason Albert, whose expert hands bring each custom Harmony into the world.
The price tag you ask? It can be yours for around $3000. It all depends on wether you want the Ipod and DVD, the retractable cup-holders, the self-regenerating power-assisted drivetrain and brakes, the custom paint and custom wheels and custom luggage.
I say I want it all. College fund be damned. I'm making my cape while I wait the estimated 2 months for it to be produced.
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
Bilibo
My son and daughter came into the store and were instantly attracted to this cool new imaginative toy. I can't wait to try sled riding with it! This is definitely a new kind of toy.
The elementary shells leave room for the child's imagination. Instead of imposing a specific play pattern, Bilibo is open for a wide range of interpretations and encourages the children to invent their own games, to play and have fun in an active and creative way. Indoors and outdoors, in the sand-pit, in the water or even in the snow... Bilibo is full of surprises.
Both boys and girls can find virtually unlimited ways to play with Bilibos - from rocking, spinning, and sitting to hiding under, carrying with, and peeking through... Bilibo provides hours of open-ended play.
Monday, July 16, 2007
Summer Travel with the Kids
It has been a very busy summer of travel for our family. With the kids hitting ages 6 and 8, we have reached our travel tipping point. Our children are now self sufficient little units, with the power to feed, dress, wash, brush, ask nicely, not throw a fit, and enjoy life as a child should. Our hard work has payed off, and it's nice to see the results.
Road trips are now a lot of fun. Music cranking windows down kinda fun, with only the occasional threat from me to pull the car over on the highway.
We have less equipment restraints with our children now. Car seats, which gave way to booster seats are now not needed. No more switching seats from car to car, or checking them at the airport with the embarrassingly large plastic bag.
The dreaded pack-n-play is long gone. Diaper bags have become travel and computer bags. Strollers, as my son told me 3 years ago, " are for babies." Front carriers, slings, backpacks, travel cot, infant sun tent, sippy cups...not needed.
I wonder how my mother raised the four of us without the convenience of all the safety and child products we have today. I remember fondly, long summer drives to a lake somewhere far away with the four of us jumping around the back of our giant Ford wagon unrestrained. My mother smoking a cigarette and driving 85mph (the speed limit was 75mph) telling us all to settle down or she would pull the car over. I knew she wouldn't. Did I also hear the tinkling of ice in a tumbler?
No car seats, no DVD, Game Boy, PSP, or other mind numbing device. Just us the open road and a lot of fun. I spy, the alphabet game, 3 thirds of a ghost, and harassing my sisters were games we played as we whizzed by farms and cornfields.
My children are very fond of the alphabet game, except my son wants me slow down so he can read the signs better. I can't wait for our next road trip. And for the parents of smaller children and allot of gear, it is still absolutely worth it. Now let's drive.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
We are excited to announce the launch of our new interior design service: Real Baby Interior Design Studio!
Real Baby is partnering with the fabulous duo Katherine Schroder and Erica Rundiks of Atelier Interior Design.
Real Baby Interior Design Studio will be the only place you need to go to create, design, and build your dream nursery. We can also help you convert your child's nursery into a room they will cherish for years to come.
You will be able to choose from a vast selection of furniture and decor from Real Baby at a special discount, as well as having Atelier Interior Design guide you through the entire design and installation process!
For details please stop into Real Baby or contact Erica and Katherine at Atelier interior Design. Complete details can be found on our web site in the News section.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
HandySitt Chair
This is a great chair for your child to use at home or when you are on the go. Throw it in your car to use at restaurants or at your friends house. Produced in Denmark, the HandySitt is a stylish alternative to a highchair. The HandySitt provides comfort and support while allowing your child to sit with you at the table.
The adjustable arms fit almost every square and curved backed chair.
The HandySitt folds flat when not in use and packs perfectly into the travel bag, making it perfect for a trip to Grandma's or dining out. Suitable for children from 7 months to 4 1/2 years.
Made of solid wood, the HandySitt comes with a three year warentee.
Monday, May 14, 2007
The Quinny is coming The Quinny is Coming!
The Quinny Zapp offers a striking contemporary design that is a lightweight full sized stroller when open, and yet the smallest stroller in the world when folded. The Quinny Zapp comes in a range of fun colors and comes complete with a travel bag, rain cover, and sun canopy. Convert the Quinny Zapp into a travel system with the addition of a Maxi Cosi infant car seat.
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Our thanks goes out to Spring and Erinn for bringing their BabyLegs, go green bio diesel powered, caravan to Real Baby this past Sunday. They showed off their new organic line of BabyLegs for the kids and gave away lots of great gifts and helped spread the word and vision of going a bit geener to save the planet. We had a blast. Thank you and good luck with the rest of your tour.
Reduce-Reuse-Recycle!
Thursday, April 12, 2007
In celebration of the launch of BabyLegs new organic line, in honor of Earth Day, and in support of the sustainable energy effort, BabyLegs has decided to embark on a cross-country biodiesel roadtrip.
Real Baby has graciously decided to host one of BabyLegs' promotional events. The BabyLegs drivers will handout sponsors' donated items like hats, tees, organic onsies, healthy snacks and drinks - there will also be a Create Your Own BabyLegs Contest - and educational materials will be provided on how to live green.
Come check out this fun event! Sunday April 15th from 12 to 2pm @ Real Baby, 3616 w32nd Ave. Denver Co. 303-477-BABY
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
RUN, WALK AND WADDLE
Sloan's Lake
Denver, Colorado
May 12th
9:30am
Please join us for the 1st annual mothers day race
Benefiting the Kempe Center's Department for Postpartum Depression
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, May 12th, 2007
Schedule of Events:
8:00 - Day of Event Registration
9:00 - Pre-5K Yoga
9:30 - 5K starts
10:00 - post-5K expo and raffle
There will be lots of kids' activities during the event:
Real Baby will have a booth for kids to do art and posters to cheer on their parents and friends.
There will be a fun run, face painting and more for the kids to do!
Location: Sloan's Lake (Sheridan and W.29th Denver)
Fee: $25.00 pre-registration (only accepted if post marked by May 8, 2007)
$30.00 race-day registration
All registrants get a women's-fit t-shirt!
t-shirt and 5k bib number can be picked up on race day
The Goodnight Glider designed by Truck Product Architecture for Nurseryworks
Glide your little one into la la land with this stylish new rocker from Nurseryworks. It will look great with any of the cribs as all the new colors for 2007 mix and match. This Rocker will look stylish in your home long after your done sharing it with your child.