School is in Session

I dropped my children off at school today. Just like I have for the past four years, except this time I didn't have to return for 7 hours!

It has arrived. The magical time we have been waiting for. A new frontier. The time my mother referred to as " a happy time."

Both of my children are in school full time.

I have fond memories of my mother taking me back to school shopping at a rag tag department store called Uncle Bills. There were tables of notebooks and shelves of pens and glues. I would choose my folders and pens carefully, as my mother would scout out a few white button down shirts and clip-on ties to enhance my Catholic school wardrobe. She would even let me by some bad popcorn from the snack area.

Happy times indeed.

I think I'll take my kids to Big Lot's tomorrow.

Traveling in Troubled Times With Your Children



We just returned from a fantastic 10 day trip to the coast of Maine. Returning relaxed, our 5 hour drive to Logan airport in Boston turned stressfull when NPR radio announced the foiled terrorist plot in the U.K.

I thought how terrible and unfortunate. My wife and I disscussed our frustration with the state of the world and how lucky we are . Then we realized that terrorist plot half way across the world was going to royally screw up our day!

Our kids, 5 and 7yrs, sensed our change in attitude and began asking us questions. It's hard trying to explain in a 30 second blurb to a child why some people want to take down planes, hurt certain countries, and hate certain people.

Some times I wish I could make Barney magically appear and sing a little song about Hezzbollah, Jihad, and the Taliban. I just don't think Barney could find any words to create a rhyme.

So we kept it basic and to the point. Good versus evil, people wanting certain freedoms and others trying to take those freedoms away. We try to keep it open and unaccusing. No Blame, just people seeing things differently. Very differently.

Of course the kids stay interested for about 30 seconds and then the glaze hits their face and then there is the verbal explosion of, " look a cow!!" from our 5 year old as we drive by a farm.

Life is back to normal. You just cant carry on your sippy cup anymore.

Boogie Down with your Baby!



Looking to get out of the house with the kids on a Sunday afternoon? look no further than The D-Note in Old Town Arvada to have some rump shaking fun.

Every Sunday from 3 to 6pm, the D-note hosts Baby Boogie. The D-Note plays all your favorite its from the 70's and 80's for you and your children to boogie down. They also put out instruments for your kids to jam along with all the great music.

The D-Note has great deals on their wood fired pizzas and some drink specials for mom and dad.

The D-Note is located at 7519 Grandview Ave Arvada, Colorado

303.GO.DNOTE

The Real Baby "Real funny" story contest!

We want to here your funniest story about being pregnant.Mine is being stuck in a movie theater bathroom stall and being so big I couldn't turn around to get out!
Send us your story for a chance to win a $100 gift certificate at Real Baby.
We will pick our favorites and post them on this blog and then choose our favorite for the shopping spree by October 1st. The winner will be contacted by email and be directed on how to redeem their $100 gift certifiacate. Good luck, we look forward to hearing your stories! Write to us at hilary@realbabyinc.com.

Top Of The Town!

Real Baby was voted Best store for baby clothes by the readers of 5280 magazine. We are pleased as punch that our denver customers chose us! Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Here Comes Father's Day

Make a statement this Fathers Day with the My Dads A Geek Onesie from Urban Smalls. Even ifhe doesn't like it your friends will.

Another approach to a Father's Day gift would be the hip and functional Camo diaper bag from Diaper Dude.

Diaper dude brings a diaper bag that dad won't shy away from! Specially designed for hip dads (and moms!), this cool sack has sporty messenger styling and lots of handy features for on-the-go parents.

Super Cool New Boon Highchair!

We just picked up this brand new Flair highchair from Boon at the JPMA show in Orlando. These chairs are stunning and unique.

Flair is a revolutionary new highchair that grows wth your child, combining innovative features with a distinctive modern style. The seamless seal makes clean-up easy and the pneumatic lift allows for effortless height adjustment.

Flair�s exclusive chemical-resistant, waterproof pad provides a soft cushion and creates a better fit for smaller infants. Flair features a compact, dishwasher-safe tray that adjusts to three postitions. Top-quality safety features include a 5-point harness and restraining post. The sturdy pedestal base slides smoothly under tables. As your child grows, simply remove the tray, restraints, and cushion to turn into chair.

This chair will be available in October!

This is not your parents rocking chair

The move today is to find modern cool furniture for your nursery. Nurseryworks does it right with its line of cribs, dressers, and rocking chairs. The sleepytime rocker from Nurseryworks rocks! The nice high back provides support for your back while the soft, yet sturdy armrests provide stability for your arm and baby's head while they nod off to sleep. This rocker provides years of comfort from feedings, to bedtime stories, to toddlers reading picture books! If there comes a time when you want to move it out of the nursery, lucky you that it is so stylishly modern that it will fit in just right in the family room or your own bedroom!

Big Wheels Rule!

I remember rolling down my driveway, at what seemd like 40mph. The rythmic crunch of plastic on concrete, slamming on the breaks, smelling the plastic burn as I coasted to a stop on an ever squaring front wheel. Oh Yeah, big wheels rule!

Some of our Favorite Baby Gifts

Everyday we are asked by our customers for great baby shower gift ideas. Here are a few of our favorites.

The Boon Frog bath toy holder. This super cool frog comes with a base that attaches to your wall, complete with a shelf for storing shampoo and other product. It's removable scoop makes picking up bath toys fast and easy.

Get the biggest reaction at your next baby shower by offering them this gem from baby Wit. My momma drinks because I cry T shirt is guaranteed to start laughter and a few raised eyebrows.

Shirts that Rock!

It seems that everyone, and I mean everyone, is making onsies and t shirts for infants, that are rock oriented. From the Stones to Zepplin, to modest mouse and sonic youth. Hip parents today want to dress their kids like them,or in my case, cooler than them. Realbabyinc.com has a bunch of rock shirts to choose from. Some of our favorites are, Led-Playpen, Sonic Youth, Hendrix, and Ab/Cd.

This is our new favorite stroller. I have bladed, run, and trail hiked with both of our monkeys strapped in. The suspension is flawless, and I can hose it down if one of the kids get sick!. This stroller rules.


The new BOB Revolution does just that, revolutionizes the BOB Sport Utility Stroller by providing a rotating 12" inch front wheel that casters for improved maneuverability and handling, or can be locked out for safer running or off-road use. This stroller features suspension, quick and compact folding, and roomy seat and storage space. Also features rear wheel brakes for easy locking and reliability

FEATURES
* Quick-release polymer wheels and easy-folding design improve portability
* Suspension system capable of three inches' travel minimizes bouncing/vibrations
* Independent reclining Seats
* High-quality materials improve strength while reducing weight
* Swiveling Front Wheel for unmatched maneuverability
* Lockout mode with adjustable tracking for easy conversion to Jogging
* Padded shoulder harness to add to your child's safety and comfort
* Independently adjustable canopy
* 2006 Duallies were redesigned to fit through most doorways; total width 30.8"

Available in Navy and Mesa Orange

About Us



Real Baby was born on March 20th, 2003, during an EPIC snowstorm (the Coloradoans among you will remember!). Real Baby is owned and operated by Hilary and John Horan with the help of their super excellent staff. Hilary and John used to be landscape designers with their own company. As they started having kids, landscaping became increasingly difficult. They needed a different kind of challenge...and then Real Baby came into being.

Our goal at Real Baby is to find the best products for babies and kids. Whether it's educational or just fun and super cute, Real Baby has a little something for everyone. We love all that we have to offer, and hope you will too.

Store Location:
Real Baby is located 3616 W. 32nd Ave. at Lowell Blvd in Denver. Please call if you need help finding us (303-477-2229). Directions to Real Baby can be found on our "Customer Care" page.

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