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BABESTA BEAT VOLUME 6 S/S 2016

SUMMER SCHOOL OF ROCK STUDENTS OF STYLE

MAD ABOUT MOLO

WING IT WITH JEREMY SCOTT

FOODIEFAVES GOOD EATS IN STYLE

MINI STYLE BLOG EAT, PLAY, LOVE ITLIST WHAT’S HOT NOW

HIT THE BEACH WITH Babe sta Beat!

W E ’ RE SO REVVED up for spring, warm weather and the endless summer ahead! The spring/summer season for fashion is off the hook–the designers that we work with have made a huge splash once again! This issue features the photography of Elliston Lutz and styling by Michel Onofrio. In Art Class our kids got to get ‘messy’ with their artistic talent. Vibrant shots bring the clothes to life with a pop of pop culture! In Summer School of Rock , we nod to the iconic Calvin Klein campaign imagery, as our cool kids hang out in the way that cool kids do (stylishly!). We got behind the seams with Danish brand Molo in this issue, a label that never ceases to amaze us for its vast selection of super fly duds. We are even giving away $150 of Molo goodies to a lucky winner who enters our Instagram contest launching with this issue! On the gear side, things are getting pretty exciting! BabyZen just released the newborn ready Yoyo 0+, that works with car seat adapters suitable to the Cybex Aton series, one of our favorite infant car seat choices. Cybex launches its over the top Jeremy Scott collection, featuring golden wings on their seat, pram and carrier. Our friends at Bugaboo completely rocked out this spring, with a biker chic Bee 3 , the third installment of the Diesel collaboration, and, the most decidedly rock & roll. We have new furniture from our faves Monte & Oeuf and an array of fresh offerings from debuting brand (for Babesta) Dutailier. If you haven’t checked out our site, it’s gotten a complete makeover and features an even better registry! We’re super excited about it! Be sure to visit us at one of the 3 stores this season and stay tuned, you never know where we might be popping up next! JENN, AZ & THE BABESTA TEAM

Sunnylife inflatables , perfect to hit the beach with this summer! Baby swan , 27036, $30; Swan supersized , 27039, $70. Ú

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SHOUTOUTS

Jennifer Cattaui

Creative Director Editorial Director Production Director Art Director Graphic Designer

Aslan Cattaui Chandra Sweet

Pia Finnigan Elliston Lutz Michel Onofrio

Articles Editor

Fashion Photographer

Fashion Stylist

Special thanks to: Stephanie Kale, Sara Rose, Ashley Bryce, Amanda Redden, Brittany Rodriguez, Raquel Marquez, Toby Higganbotham, Roma Singh, Griffin LaFleur, Stephan Brakye

Art Class , p.40

Chatting with Molo , p.24

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Eat Play Love with Mini Style Blog , p. 68

Small & Mighty , p.33

Superior Interiors , p.36

WHAT’S INSIDE

Summer School of Rock , p.50

Latest & Greatest , p.6

Around Town , p.4

Foodie Faves , p. 28

Around Town Cool NYC to-dos for baby & parent! Latest & Greatest The freshest strollers, furniture and gear. “It” List Spring gets some zing with bright pops of color and rockin’ new styles. Mad about Molo! The Danish street brand is all the rage in city nabes the world over. Rad Registry Breaking it down: Registries done right.

Running Around Time to bust out your jogger and get fit! Superior Interiors Room inspiration for nurseries and beyond.

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Toy Story The greatest gifts for any age.

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Eat Play Love Mini Style Blog dishes on their top picks spanning Tennessee to Los Angeles.

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Foodie Faves Tabletime in style.

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Art Class Fashion draws artful inspiration from greats like Pollock, Matisse and Picasso. Summer School of Rock Punk rock rebels like their fashion with plenty of attitude.

Bathtime! Make a splash when cleaning up.

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Sea Style Blue is the hue this season.

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Small & Mighty Micro-size is all the rage in strollers.

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1. Dinner en Blanc photo by ClayWilliams 2. Ensemble, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, fall/winter 2012–13 Courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Photo by Catwalking 3. HatsuneMiku Expo Crypton FutureMedia 4. KirstyMitchell, The Storyteller, from the Wonderland series. Photograph © Kirsty Mitchell; Noritaka Tatehana, Cinderella slipper, 2014. Lent by Noritaka Tatehana, photograph©Noritaka Tatehana; 5. Titanosaur exhibit at AMNH.

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AroundTown Spring’s here and with it comes ample opportunity to get cultured, brush up on your pop art and check out one ginormous dinosaur! DON’T MISS | TITANOSAUR Get ready for a colossal adventure! Your little paleontologist will be amazed at the sheer enormity of the latest AMNH exhibit. Meet the Titanosaur, the biggest dino known to date. Discovered in southern Argentina, this young adult Titanosaur spans 122 feet, weighs 70 tons and probably roamed over 100 million years ago! In NYC perspective, the Titanosaur could peer into your 5th floor window. At the unveiling, one grade-schooler made a keen observation; that the giant bodied, small-headed creature “had pretty sharp teeth” for a herbivore. Through January 19th 2020 at the American Museum of Natural History, NYC .

EXPERIENCE | HATSUNE MIKU EXPO

(NO KIDS) | DINER EN BLANC Add a little mystery and romance

Music has officially become a virtual experience, with blue pigtails and tons of fans. Hatsune Miku, the Japanese creation, named aptly (hatsu means sound &miku means future) will ‘perform’ at Hammerstein Ballroom for two shows this May. The 16-year-old humanoid persona comes alive hologram-style, sings with a synthesizer app assist and dances her way through a 7 city pop tour. Hatsune has been a guest on David Letterman and has opened up for Lady Gaga! Check out the future of pop at Hammerstein Ballroom, NYC. May 28th @ 1:30pm and 8:00pm.

to your date night! Every year this ‘chic

picnic,’ which started in Paris, pops up in cities across the world. Diner en Blanc is an elegant dinner party in a public locale. You can sched’ the date in your planner but the location is top secret until moments before. Don your finest white ensemble, bring tables, chairs, plates and cutlery, and get ready for an exquisite meal produced by a top chef. Find out more info at: newyork.dinerenblanc.info.

CHECK OUT | FAIRY TALE FASHION @ FIT Fairy Tale Fashion is an exhibit for the ages, showcasing the classics you remember from ‘once upon a time’! Quintessential pieces from decades of retelling all get a unique, high fashion update in this magical presentation!

CULTURE FIX | MANUS X MACHINA @MET Tech-style indeed! This season, Met Museum explores how handmade and machine-made co-exist in today’s super-fast fashion world. Manus x Machina showcases over 100 ensembles that date back as far as the 1880s. Lace and knitting workshops of yesteryear are contrasted against today’s 3Dprinting and laser cutting. Through August 14 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Through April 16, 2016, Museum at FIT, Special Exhibitions Gallery.

Latest & Greatest

CAN’T GET ENOUGH OEUF

O EUF RELEASES A slew of new designs and color ways to complement its modern collection of nursery and youth furniture this season, amping up the excitement of designing or updating a child’s room for interior decorators and dabblers alike! We’re mad about the two new color choices Oeuf has presented in their best-selling Sparrow crib: Petal pink and slate grey. Simple design and a small footprint make the Sparrow the natural choice for city dwellers—and the new colors give even more reason to love it. The Vertical mini library, a taller version of the Mini library we know and love, is another welcome addition to the Oeuf collection. Completely up to date with metropolitans’ constant need for stylish space savers, the newest bookshelf is tall and compact with six shelves and two compartments to hold a ton of gear. Books, stuffed animals & toys can all perch on the ledges. Cubbies, creating stylish impact, can also keep children’s secret little treasures. The furniture fun doesn’t end there: Oeuf also releases the most stylish homework helper, in the form of a modern desk. Eco-friendly and made in Europe, the new Brooklyn desk merges quality and functionality with a modern style. Crafted with solid birch plywood, the desk features movable storage boxes and an adjustable height, so it can grow with your child taking them from spelling tests and multiplication to SAT prep. To top off these fabulous furniture pieces, Oeuf also presents lots of new room accessories, all with a fanciful flair. We love their rugs that feature cats, dogs and foxes, high quality of course, and brimming with the company’s signature quirky charm. Check out their newest launches in nursery & youth!

Top to bottom: Brooklyn desk, 24373, $575; Vertical mini library , 24376, $678. Sparrow crib in slate grey , 24370, $820; 3 drawer Merlin dresser , 24725, $950. All by Oeuf.

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BECOME A GROUPIE! Rock and roll all night with the new Bugaboo Bee 3 by Diesel R IDING ON THE wheels of their successful

collaboration with iconic denim lifestyle brand Diesel, Bugaboo launches their last collection in the joint effort. The 3 year partnership culminates with the rockin’est stroller of them all, the Bugaboo Bee 3 by Diesel. Consistently on the cutting edge of style and functionality, Bugaboo by Diesel is gritty and gorgeous! The stroller takes inspiration from a staple in any rocker’s closet: the leather jacket—it features a wax-coated fabric with a leather look. It’s the funky details that make the special edition a true “joy ride,” including its black anodized chassis, Diesel wheel caps, grey and silver buttons and black laser cut tattoo which says “Only the Brave” (a Diesel classic) on the seat back. Most standout though are the silver studs that dot the canopy like a mohawk. The accessories get into the action as well: the bassinet and footmuff feature patches (and the footmuff has an asymmetrical silver zipper). The Bee 3 , already a top pick for city dwelling parents because of its smooth ride and compact fold, gets even more street cred with this Sid Vicious-ready punk of a stroller. Load up on concert tees and distressed denim, as these wheels will be hitting the sidewalks March 2016, and you best be prepared.

Bugaboo Bee 3 by Diesel , 27102, $919.

Bugaboo Bee 3 by Diesel bassinet tailored fabric set , 27103, $140.

From left: Clek x tokidoki olli , 24722, $129.99; Foonf , 24703, $499.99.

SO SPACEY W E ’ VE ALWAYS BEEN big fans of Clek’s collab with tokidoki, but this one is simply out of this world! The coolest little astronauts, flying saucer donuts and space unicorns (Parry Gripp anyone?) make for an all-over print that will delight your daydreaming traveler. Available for the Foonf, 24703, $499.99; Fllo, 24713, $429.99; Oobr, 27115, $379.99; and Olli, 24722, $129.99. tokidoki x Clek blasts off!

If you have a choice, come back as a space unicorn.

-unknown

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ACTION JACKSON This just in: Monte’s Jackson rocker

M EET M ONTE ’ S LATEST masterpiece, the Jackson rocker! The Canadian company, recognized as a leader the world of modern baby furniture, has once again launched a design that seamlessly marries the modern style you want for your home to the functionality you need for life with baby. The handcrafted rocker features rounded edges along the back and arms, soft luxe fabric, a chrome base, and walnut feet. The chair is optimally structured with ergonomic arm and back height, so feeding baby is a breeze. The Jackson rocker pairs perfectly with the Rockwell bassinet, another of our nursery faves from Monte!

Jackson glider by Monte, 27116, $1195.

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Z ERO TO THE perfect bottle in less than one minute, and with one hand to boot: Making baby a bottle has never been easier. The BabyNes formula dispenser by Gerber is a high tech single capsule machine designed to be intuitive enough for sleep-deprived parents to make a perfect bottle every time. Pour the water in the tank at the top, insert the formula capsule, set the temperature and press start! Filtered water flows through the capsule and dissolves the formula which flows directly into the bottle. There are six different formula capsules built to meet baby’s development, in line with breast milk evolution. The Wifi-enabled machine can keep track of the baby’s feeding schedule, nutrition and growth, knows if you’re running low on capsules and can be set to automatically reorder them (or at least alert you!). We love when technology meets style in such a useful way! FORMULA #ONE Meet the new BabyNes formula maker

BabyNes formula dispenser , 24756, $250.

Babesta x Lucky Jade taxi knit blanket , 26631, $88.

LUCK BE THE BABY

B ABESTA ’ S LATEST EXCLUSIVE with Lucky Jade is city cool in cotton & cashmere rompers, hoodies and blankets. The downtown skyline is anchored by 1 World Trade (just a hop from the store) and gets a pop of color thanks to the yellow cab.

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BLING WINGS

Jeremy Scott x Cybex collection takes flight

J EREMY S COTT SHAKES up the baby world once again with his latest collection for Cybex. Gilded wings adorn the Priam stroller, 2 Go Baby carrier and Aton Q car seat. Every detail is attended to in this not-to-be-missed collection. Add a pair of fly kicks by Scott and you’re ready to soar!

Priam complete stroller , 27118, $1699.95; Aton Q , 27120, $449.95; Opposite page: 2 Go carrier , 27119, $129.95. All by Jeremy Scott x Cybex Complete strolle r, $1699.95; Carrycot, $499.95 .

SMART STYLE Dutailier blends technology, practicality and modern style.

Pomelo crib system in walnut, 27113, $1349; Polemo 3 drawer dresser in walnut , 27121, $1199; Classico 311 glider , 27112, starting from $1389. All by Dutailier.

I NTRODUCING A NEW brand to the Babesta line-up: Dutailier. We were very impressed by their grow-with me Pomelo collection—when you purchase the crib, you get everything you need to transform it to both a toddler bed, and, get this, a twin! The beautiful 100% hardwood walnut material is luxurious and the design is modern. Dutailier’s gliders are equally impressive. Many have a good modern shape perfect for the city, with a recline at the press of a button and the option of Technogel, a cutting edge material that makes the chair shockingly comfy!

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LIGHT BRIGHT! M Y P OP S HOES make hitting the city streets even more fun! The light up kicks have 3 settings: on, off and (the sure-to be fave) blinking. They’ll be at Babesta in gold and black this spring. We cannot wait to pair them with our coolest duds for a super fly #ootd.

Gold low pop sneaker, 26870, $80 by My Pop Shoes .

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W E ’ VE TOUTED THE foldable stroller for the last few years, and now the folks at BabyZen give us a new reason to sing their praises. The Yoyo 0+, the latest iteration of the compact stroller fit for families on the go, has just gotten even better thanks to the much anticipated newborn fabric set and car seat adaptors, making the pram a full travel system from point to point, and from infant to 40lbs. Many other upgrades have been made as well: the fabric is even better, the underseat basket got supersized, and the shoulder strap is now plush, making it more comfy to carry. Fly with this stroller and watch the stares of other parent-passengers (that’s stroller envy) as you wheel off the plane, just a carryall and your jetsetting tot. LE PLUS ULTRA The Yoyo 0+ is stroller nirvana!

Yoyo 0+ stroller , 25323, $420; car seat adapter , 25408, $50. All by BabyZen .

Newborn pack 0+ (not shown), 25325, $225; Color pack 6+ (not shown), 25375, $75.

INTO THE WOODS The latest collection by Janod frolicks in the forest! M AKE YOUR LITTLE camper extra happy with the fun new collection of wooden toys by Janod. Ranging from stackers and puzzles to ride-ons and blocks, the high quality traditional toys feature a contemporary design. The forest range by Janod pops in the playroom mixing modern colors with a decidedly classic array of forest creatures, from bears and moose to owls, foxes and birds.

Left to right: Pajama party puzzle , 27087, $18; Forest friends fox ride-on, 27088, $80; Elk & fox looping stacker, 27086, $45

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From left : Poire pear baby tank , 24894, $39; Strawberry pants , 26696, $38; Tropical pineapple clip , 24745, $12; Tropical watermelon clip , 24746, $12; Banana tunic dress , 26690, $36.

Fruity & Fabulous Spring Fashion’s a Sweet Treat!

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Add some fashion zing to your spring!

From left, clockwise : Geometric 360 dress , 26442, $68; Geometric knot hat , 26496, $20; Geometric tank top , 26323, $40, Patch baggy pants , 26361, $56; Geometric penguin tee , 26295, $48.

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Next Dimension Geometric Shapes Are Groovy!

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Rainbows & Unicorns Crazy, Happy, Cool.

From left : Unicorn rainbow dress , 26267, $69; Rainbow hearts jacket pink , 26129, $126; Unicorn leggings , 24544, $19.60; Rainbow heart tee , 26156, $38.

4 Battle of the Bands We Will Rock You!

From left : AC/DC tomboy tank , 25634, $37; Wu-Tang Clan tee , 25703, $39; Sublime tank dress , 25623, $40; KISS Japan tee , 25745, $37.

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Just Desserts E.A.T., Cone Home.

Clockwise, from left : Soft ice cream dress , 26075, $62; Ice cream romper , 26726, $46; Snow cone romper , 26660, $42. Ice cream zip jacket , 25602, $98.

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Crowning Glory All Hail the Queen!

From left : Princess tiara , 21095, $24; Crown hair clip set , 24752, $9; Jester crown glitter headband , 21443, $16.

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From left : Summerfeel sweatshirt , 26214, $62; Summertime melange shorts , 26056, $59; Hayden skateboards hoodie , 26804, $98.

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Eye Spy Blink & You Missed Them!

Evil eye sneakers , 25508, $60.

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NY Baby 9

From left : Taxi snaptee , 24631, $32; Tourist romper , 26730, $46; Pigeon tee , 26764, $38.

What’s Not To Love?

Surf City Wild About Waves. 10

Planted pots tee , 25936, $36.

Stormsurfer tee , 26829, $44.

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Garden story oversized dress , 25946, $52.

Go Green!

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From top : Riley smart sunglasses , 25023, $40; Emmett sunglasses , 25021, $40; Hazel owl sunglasses , 25019, $40.

12 Slim Shady OMG Optics.

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13 Palette Pleaser Brush Up On Your Art History!

Clockwise from top : David shaped dress , 24927, $74; Matisse romper , 24916, $82; Art college paint overalls , 24971, $139; Pollock Bermuda denim shorts , 24975, $94; Lemon artist tee , 24868, $44; Palette pool tank , 24898, $44.

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Epic Battle Gaga for Godzilla!

From left : Pupzilla Godzilla

sweatshirt , 25184, $40;

Radzilla board shorts , 25116, $48.

15 Think Pink Flamingos Flourish.

16 Hop To Rabbits Rock.

From left : Flamingo ÁDPER\DQFH swimsuit , 26853, $76; Tropical ÁDPLQJR FOLS , 24744. $15.

From top : Cat & mouse Tivoli toy tee , 26150, $42; Miffy face tee , 26776, $39; Rabbit striped leggings , 25610, $32.

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17 The Crazy Critters Have Style.

Smirking mouse snaptee , 26273, $38.

EEK-A-Mouse

18 The Animals Observatory On The Lookout For This New Need-to-Know Label.

Clockwise from top : Baseball stripes tee , 25904, $69; Puffed Pipa big dog dress , 25425, $64; Eyes rooster tee , 25278, $50; Relaxed hat pants , 25316, $62.

Wink mouse backpack , 26285, $88.

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Get Happy

Frowns Are So Yesterday!

From left : All smiles tee , 26723, $39; Mouth covered romper, 26599, $54; Mouth spotted dress , 26585, $69; Mint smiles romper , 26712, $46.

Totally Tomato The Fruity Hue Is All The Rage! 20

From left : Spotted bow swimsuit , 26184, $59; Coral stain tee , 24824, $38; Spots sun hat , 26218, $46.

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MOLO Mad about

CELEBRATING EDGY URBAN SCANDINAVIA, MOLO IS HIGH ON QUIRK, ALWAYS CURIOUS AND ENDLESSLY IMAGINATIVE.

Molo, a mashup of the founders’ first names, is the rebellious label out of Copenhagen that blends urban sensibility with a quirky love for prints. Founders Mogens Jepsen and Louise Frederiksen’s brand was born to feed a child’s imagination with strong colors, exciting designs and bold combinations. Molo’s all-over prints are one of the brand’s hallmarks. “A print is something any child can relate to and can easily fall in love with,” CEO Jepsen says. With the latest SS16 collection, the in-house team of 5 designers found inspiration from all over the world—“everything from music, postcards, travels and museums to people on the street, buildings and flea markets,” notes Jepsen. After deciding on a theme, he says, the team turns to shapes, materials, trends, colors and more, “in order to create an innovative collection with lots of new twists—but without compromising on quality.” This latest collection takes us back to the ’80s and ’90s with a sci-fi, sea-punk, safari, sunny LA remix, as only Molo could spin. We had the pleasure of chatting with Jepsen to dive deeper into the wild world of Molo.

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How has Molo changed over the years? From the beginning it has always been in the DNA of Molo to experiment with materials, fabrics, expressions, design and colors. Basically it’s all about creating styles that both kids and parents fall in love with. For us it will always be about offering favorites for the child’s closet and be “the best one in the class” doing it. So we have kept being innovative and curious. It’s obvious that we have changed and developed over the years. You will see a difference in many areas like the prints, colors, styles and fabrics. In the beginning we focused a lot on the younger kids, where today we work hard on “growing” Molo into older age groups and challenge the preteen segment. Within certain product groups we have developed a lot, like with outerwear that now includes a wide selection of fashion jackets plus technical outerwear for colder climates and skiing. A few years ago we decided to invest a lot in swimwear and we have taken a big step this season by launching a swimwear collection in November to sell to warm countries during the winter period. Can you tell us more about how you make your all-over prints? The best way is to think of it is as printing on a gigantic printer. Of course the difference is that the input is not white paper but white rolls of fabric. After the printing process, the fabric is steamed and then washed before it is cut according to our patterns and finally the seamstresses take over and finalize the garments. Tell me about the latest campaign for SS16! What inspired the shoot, the video? The location, look and feel of Molo’s SS16 catalogue and lookbook is inspired by the themes and color stories of the collection. We take the consumer on a journey through raw reflectors, iconic light swords, flowered neoprene jackets, tracksuits, Tingatinga prints, easy French and clean sportswear, fine cotton terry and light fabrics topped with a chill LA vibe. What sort of milestones stand out to you? We have had a lot of defining moments on this journey so far. Every time we decide to enter a new market it is a challenge because you never know how everything will turn out. Now the United States and Asia are two new chapters in our brand story and this is a defining moment for us, as those cultures differ so much, but that’s what’s really exciting! We have had some bumps along the way to where we are now, but we will not call them mistakes because we have learned so much from them. When you start, you would love to have this magic crystal ball to look in and see the future, to know whether your idea and product will become successful or not. But not knowing what will happen in a year or two also forces you to be innovative and think creatively in order to survive. There are many great places in Copenhagen to visit! Just to mention a few, there is the Meatpacking District with small galleries and restaurants; Papirøen, which is an area dedicated to street food; and last but not least an interesting food market called Torvehallerne. All are great places to hang out and spend some time. If you’re interested in seeing some of the local neighborhoods, a stroll through Christianshavn or around Jægersborggade in Nørrebro is worth considering. Come in the springtime or early summer, when you’ll find Copenhagen at its best. What are some must-visit spots for those “in the know” in Copenhagen— beyond the typical “tourist” fare!

INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY! Follow @babesta for a chance to win $150 in Molo duds!

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WANT NEED ›Ôo CITY BABY LISTS MADE EASY! Listless? The Babesta crew breaks it down, so that your registry is the perfect blend of must-haves and can’t-live-withouts!

Classic crib by Oeuf , 6657, $970.

The most important decision for a city parent is the question of mobility— how are you and baby going to grab a cab, get in the subway or navigate your neighborhood? Our perspective is that a mobile parent is a happy parent, and a happy parent is a great parent! Register for the stroller that has city ready wheels, and fits what you will need, considering your lifestyle. Remember, even strollers (like most things in life) have trade-offs, so the lightest one won’t necessarily be the most sturdy or have the best wheels. Think about how you intend to use your stroller most days—in the ‘hood? Or on trains, planes & automobiles? Most people end up with a primary stroller and a lightweight model. Car seats should be easy to install into a cab safely (make sure there’s a European seat belt routing path in the back) and should be compatible with your stroller, so it’s a complete travel system. Make sure you get an infant carrier that’s comfortable for you and easy to put on too! FIRST THINGS FIRST: GETTING AROUND TOWN!

Luxe Classic: We love the sophisticated grey coloring and the quilted canopy of the city-ready Cameleon3 Classic by Bugaboo.

City Smart : A car seat that reclines, giving baby the perfect position in the stroller and in the car. Aton Cloud Q by Cybex , 27109, $449.99.

Cameleon 3 Classic Complete in grey melange , 27108, $1239 by Bugaboo .

NURSERY NEEDS After your mobility is decided, make sure you figure out the sleeping situation. Babies sleep alot and your crib and changer will anchor your nursery. Aesthetics are a personal choice, and there are loads of great options. Cribs and changers come in woods like birch and walnut, and modern materials like acrylic. Colors span the spectrum from neutral whites and greys to bright pops of color! Make sure you know the lead time and the “real deal” of the manufacturer when deciding upon your furniture ensemble. Water based paints, 100% hardwood and a good reputation for delivering on time are important. Furniture isn’t a sure thing—there’s a lot of handling along the way—so you want to deal with a company that has great customer service too in case of any issue!

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DECOR TO ADORE Lights, rugs, artwork and a bit of wow! Once you have your anchor pieces, it’s time to give your room some personality. Lighting is essential, and a cool hanging lamp can really make a difference. Add a low pile rug in a neutral, or in a shot of color, and score some great art and photography that’s personal—maybe by a local artist or add some family photos. Make sure you have ample bedding for quick changes, at least 2 sets of fitted crib sheets and waterproof mattress protectors.

Sleeping baby photo by @twentyventi.

7D[L ÀWWHG FULE VKHHW , 23870, $30.

GRUB & SUDS OK, the baby’s primary activities during the day will break down pretty simply: sleep, eat and get bathed. That means you’ll need an array of bottles, burp cloths & bibs, pacifiers, teethers, swaddles and towels. There are simple modern versions of these necessities that add some style, be it design or humor. There are loads more bits and bobs you’ll need: baby-proofers and health and beauty aids (like brushes, clippers and the whole Fridababy line of assists.)

Taxi teether , 24179, $28; Pretzel & taxi burpy bib , 23872, $22; Not so hungry bottle 4oz., 21911, $29.

Lorena Canals rug , prices vary; Line brown bear lamp , 26957, $199.

BEST FOR LAST: FLY DUDS Last but certainly not least are those love-its that give your baby some style. Think baby Dr. Martens, cool jeans by Swedish brand i dig denim, NUNUNU onesies and drop crotch pants, and the latest must-haves from cult fave brands like Bobo Choses, Munster Kids, Mini Rodini, Molo, Rowdy Sprout and The Animals Observatory.

Pigeon knot beanie , 24622, $15; Pigeon snaptee , 24619, $32.

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FOODIE Hitting the kitchen in spunky style. FUN

FOR THE RECORD The DJ dinner plate set by Fred & Friends is the perfect plate for your little dinner jockey! Definitely a great way to make mealtime fun! 24430, $28.

Everything’s better in rose gold and Bloom’s Fresco high chair is no exception. The new luxe colorway is the most spectacular in the series. The Fresco serves as a lofted nest for babies 0-6 months and an uber-stylish high chair for 6 months-3 years. 24766, $550 base + seat pad set in color of your choice, $100. GOLD STANDARD

Life Factory’s Glass baby bottles are perfect for a quick sip. The bright colored cozies for the bottles make them easy to grip and simple to find in a bag! 22360, $15, 4oz, 22361 $17, 9oz. BOTTOMS UP

Play with your food! Don’t worry, it’s OK. The EZPZ Happy mat has adorable compartments for your snacks and nibbles, making them aesthetically appealing and fun. The plate with built in mat is made of a no-slip rubber to prevent against accidents caused by your overly enthusiastic eaters! In coral, grey, green and blue. 24774, $25. YUMMY STUFF

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Skip Hop knows that unicorns are awesome. Eating with unicorns (with the Fork & spoon set ), is even better than awesome. 23765, $6. UNICORNS FOREVER

Stokke’s Tripp Trapp baby high chair is a modern classic. The grow-with-me seat features a baby kit for bitty babes. After 6 months, take it off and the seat can continue to be used at the table or at a desk. 9027, $250 (chair); 9140, $70 (baby set); 9180, $45 (cushion). AU NATURAL

PERFECT FORMULA

The BabyNes Formula Maker is like a single cup coffee machine (think Keurig or Nespresso) for baby formula. Use a capsule and make the perfect bottle no mess, no fuss. 24756, $250.

COME FLY WITH ME Fred & Friend’s new Airfork One makes feeding a picky kid dare we say, fun.24424, $13.

Snug universal sippy lids & cup by Boon is a color block cutie. The topper fits over regular cups so your tot will never be without sippy in hand. 26956, $14. SPIFFY SIPPY

Ready to make a masterpiece with your lunch? Explore portraiture as you dine on the Food face plate by Fred & Friends . Mealtime has never been so artistically enjoyable! 24432, $14. SELFIE SUPPER

SLEEK SEAT

The 4MOMS High chair balances form and function effortlessly. No more slipping or sliding. Experience the magic of magnets keeping not only the tray in place, but bowls and utensils too! 27023, $300.

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bathtime! Splashworthy bathing solutions for baby! Whether you’re sudsing in the sink, are on the go, or you’re a techie parent type, here are the bathing essentials you need to know about!

IT’S A WRAP

For infants taking their baths in the sink, the Puj infant tub is a light and easy solution. Perfect for the first 6 months, the Puj slips in the sink with ease and can hang nearby when not in use. 10166, $46. FIRST TIMER

Aden + Anais is the first name in stylish bath gear. The Fluro blue toddler towel in soft terry with cute star print is outta this world. 22187, $30.

Naif’s bath essentials are perfect for baby or mom. The Travel kit includes the cleansing wash, shampoo and bath lotion. 20573, $19.95. DREAM CREAMS

LET IT RAIN The Plui bath toy by Moluk is the most fun way to make like a cloud and rain. 15600, $14.

Stokke’s Flexibath portable tub is an easy way to keep baby clean even when on the go. It folds flat when not in use (a great space saver) and serves as a perfect pool in which to scrub-a-dub-dub. 24467, $40. TUB-TO-GO

The Sophie bath toy by Vulli will keep tots company in the tub. While you get them clean, their giraffe pal will keep them splashing. 11370, $24. SPLASH WITH SOPHIE

TECHIE TUB The 4MOMS infant tub is a technofile’s dream. It features a water temperature gauge and a segregated basin for the dirty water so

baby stays squeaky clean! 27026, $50.

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babe sta Cribz nursery, toddler & kids’ furniture

curated selection ` personal consultations ` gift registry ` multi-item discounts ` hold it til you need it ` white glove services

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Bouncer balance soft watercolor , 27035, $200.

One carrier mesh , 27033, $230.

Aden & Anais ÁXUR EOXH swaddles , 21359, $32.

sea Ship shape with sea shoes, swans and a melange of marines. style

%DE\ LQÁDWDEOH swan , 27036, $30.

Clek Fllo convertible car seat , 24710, $380.

Jefferson marbled kids sneakers , 27105, $37.

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SMALL& MIGHTY HONEY I SHRUNK THE STROLLER Strollers are sizing down as families go mobile. Think of your lifestyle and pick the pram that will best suit your needs! The goal: get the functionality you need in the smallest, sleekest package. Here are our top picks!

The Yoyo+ by BabyZen hits the petite yet luxe category of strollers. The latest updates, including newborn fabric and car seat adapters make it a top contender for jet setters looking to travel in simple stroller elegance.

GB’s Pockit Stroller is the world’s smallest foldingstroller to date, acknowledged bytheGuinness BookofWorld Records. It folds to a tiny 35cm high x 30 cmwide x 18 cmdepth— just don’t lose it in your bag!

Yoyo newborn pack 0+, 25340, $225; Yoyo white stroller base 0+ , 25323, $420.

GB Pockit Stroller , 27106, $229.

UppaBaby G-Link double stroller , 27107, $499.

LINKED - IN!

UPPABABY G-LINK STROLLER TOTES TWO! We love the G-Luxe by UppaBaby , as it’s light and easy, folds up umbrella-style, and even stands on its own. Nowmultiply that by two! UppaBaby’s latest lightweight, theG-Link, accommodates twobabies or toddlers incomfort, as the two seats independently recline all the way and there’s an infant headrest for the smallest passanger. The stroller also features an adjustable footrest, deluxe canopies with SPF 50+ and extra storage below for all the stuff you need on the go. 24338, $499.99-$529.99.

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Y es , it goes without saying that if you’re a city parent, you’re always on the run. When that “on the run” is more literal than figurative, it’s time to consult the pros. Parent and baby fitness experts, Erica Taylor, who runs a Brooklyn outpost of Stroller Strides, and Melissa Paris and Anja Pierre who head up BYOBfit, shared their tips on running in the city, and dish on their favorite spots to expel that energy, lengthen those strides and breathe in the fresh spring air! RUNNINGAROUND UPTOWN DOWNTOWN

Image courtesy of Bugaboo

WHY WE LOVE IT: UNLIKE OTHER JOGGERS, YOUR BABY CAN FACE YOU!

BYOBfit and Bugaboo joined forces to present a unique stroller workout featuring weekly runs with the Bugaboo Runner.

CENTRAL PARK ERICA TAYLOR, STROLLER STRIDES

The Scene : Classic New York City. You’re right in the thick of things. “I run the main outside loop. If you want a real challenge, head for the hills, up to 110th street, running from the east to the west side.” Après-Run : “The park on the Columbus Circle entrance is our favorite ending spot. It gives a great incentive to get through the run.”

Bugaboo runner complete seat , 22349, $390; Bugaboo runner/stand adapter , 21456, $25; Bugaboo runner jogging extension , 21457, $400.

BROOKLYN BRIDGE PARK ALONG THE RIVER

ERICA TAYLOR, STROLLER STRIDES

The Scene : Lots of families and lots of people running with strollers. Beautiful views of course! Highlights : “It’s nice and flat and you can get a fast paced run here.” Après-Run : Go to the carousel or play on the swings at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Get an ice cream!

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TIPS FOR RUNNING WITH TOT IN TOW

1. Make a goal, enlist a friend, or sign up for a race. It helps with motivation.

2. Always pack properly: Water, snacks and entertainment!

3. Be flexible: Even if baby gets fussy and you don’t get the whole workout done, the point is you got out there! 4. Get ready to engage new muscles and be more challenged. “I felt as if 2-3 miles with the stroller was like 5-6 miles without,” notes Taylor. 5. Pick a final destination to keep your toddler motivated to sit back and enjoy the ride. Everyone loves a prize at the end!

6. Know where the closest bathrooms are.

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7. Not ready to jog? Try a stroller fitness class like Stroller Strides or BYOBfit , where you use your stroller in lunges, sprints and squats, while interacting with baby.

ALONG THE EAST RIVER

MISSY PARIS & ANJA PIERRE, BYOBFIT

Route : From 20th Street to South Street Seaport and back—about 8 miles.

For more information on getting fit: strollerstrides.com ; byobfit.com

Summit X3 stroller , 16759, $430.

Highlights : It’s a super-scenic waterfront run—you pass 3 bridges, and it’s nice and breezy, keeping sweat to a minimum!

HUDSON RIVER PARK

The Scene : There are a lot of bikes, so you have to be ready for that. Gorgeous views of the Hudson, beautiful sunsets, and lots of people walking, running or taking it all in from the lawn or the benches. FYI: The 2nd annual Hudson Games are coming up this May. Also, look out for the ever-changing art exhibits and installations along the path! Après-Run : Pier 25 is a great spot to cool down, with its snack bar, water park, volleyball and soccer fields and chaise lounges perfectly perched to take in the view. Want to find the best running route for you? Look for a great spot with minimum traffic and lights, close to your home. The easier it is to get there and get running the more likely you’ll stick to it!

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SUPERIOR

INTERIORS

HIS& HERS

Sprinkle print , 27054, $55; Blink print , 27055, $55.

TWINSETS OF THE NURSERY VARIETY

Lion dream ring mobile , 21468, $56.

Sparrow crib by Oeuf in slate grey , 24370, $820.

Sparrow crib by Oeuf in petal pink , 24369, $820.

Metallic bunny bank , 27048, $55.

Safari parade print , 27045, $25.

Lion nightlight , 5225, $44.

Duo side table by Monte , 20389, $495

Como glider by Monte , 17880, $1295 .

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GROW WITHME

Twigs duvet set , 27053, $108.

EXPECT MORE FROM YOUR NURSERY

Stumped stool , 21379, $99.

Character pile print , 27058, $35.

Classico glider by Dutailier , 27112, starts at $1389

Mormor floral pillow , 27057, $49.

Palm leaf print , 27056, $45.

Pomelo twin bed in walnut by Dutailier , 27114, $749.

Pomelo crib 3-in-1 system by Dutailier , 27113, starting at $1349.

Desk & chair blue/orange , 27059, $130.

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Snowpuppe paper lampshades , 27111, $65.

YOUTH JAM COOL & ECLECTIC IS ELECTRIC

Cubino loveseat by Monte , 10619, $179.

Mini library nightstand by Oeuf , 24375, $240.

From top: Twin pebble pillow , 18507, $100; Paint stripes flat twin sheet , 12178, $78; Pebble fitted twin sheet , 24173, $78.

Cat striped rug by Oeuf , 27060, $260; Fox pillow by Oeuf , 27063, $110.

Hi five print , 27066, $25.

Book cat print , 27046, $16.

Dorma twin bed , 8159, $995; Foam mattress , 24175, $595; Trundle bed , 18535, $395. All by Monte .

Toy store by Oeuf , 9326, $498.

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Brooklyn desk , 24373, $575; Fox striped rug , 27061, $260; Vertical mini library , 24376, $678. All by Oeuf .

Neon cactus light, small , 27065, $42.

Ricepuffy poster (not framed), 24030, $24

Metallic doggy bank , 27050, $55

Ricepudding poster (no frame), 24016, $34.

RAD ROOM COLORS, PATTERNS, FUN!

River twin bed , 22000, $740; Trundle bed , 22002, $296. Both by Oeuf .

Left to right: Dog rug by Oeuf , 27062, $260; Line brown bear lamp , 26957, $199; Shake shape pillow , 22485, $36.

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Channeling Pollock, Picasso and Matisse: Fashion makes an artful splash for spring.

Photography by Elliston Lutz Styling by Michel Onofrio

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Polly parrot tank by Munster Kids , 25148, $36; Striped fleece pants by Bobo Choses , 24956, $74.

Matisse romper by Bobo Choses , 24916, $82; Clouds hair clip set by Milk & Soda , 24753, $9. Opposite page, from left : Planted pots tee by tinycottons , 25936, $36; Denim cruz pants by Munster Kids , 23653, $42; Chunky stripe visor by Noè & Zoë , 24852, $28. Stripes oversize dress by tinycottons , 25962, $52, Fan violet drop pants by Agatha Cub , 25031, $52.

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Miffy tee by Kira Kids , 26748, $39; Grey melange pants by Omamimini , 26516, $44. Ruffled feather romper by Munster Kids , 25149, $52; Chunky stripes crown by Noè & Zoë , 24855, $26. Opposite page, from left : Big fruits romper by Bobo Choses , 24913, $82. Palette pool tank by Bobo Choses , 24901, $44; Lips hair clip set by Milk & Soda , 24750, $9.

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Art college paint overalls by Bobo Choses , 24971, $139. Mouth tank dress by Wakamono , 26585, $69; Dotsy pants , 25176, $48, by Munster Kids . Opposite page : Coral stain tee by Noè & Zoë , 24825, $38; Clouds hair clip set by Milk & Soda , 24753, $9.

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Colorblock mouth sweatshirt by Wakamono , 26567, $44; Grey melange pants by Omamimini , 26525, $42. Vintage brushstroke swimsuit by Bobo Choses , 24995, $59. Opposite page : Poire pear tank , 24893, $44 and Brushstroke zip sweater , 24939, $88, both by Bobo Choses ; Yucca blush leggings by Agatha Cub , 25054, $39; Purple star crown by Noè & Zoë , 24854, $26.

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Chunky stripe sweatshirt by Noè & Zoë , 24831, $42; Star skirt swimsuit by NUNUNU , 26476, $52; Striped flamingo leggings by BANGBANG Copenhagen , 25605, $32. Nike high tops courtesy of Rime, NYC .

Summer

Summer gets schooled with amped up style and edgy prints.

photography by Elliston Lutz styling by Michel Onofrio

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Gertrude the giraffe print leggings by Gardner and the Gang , 26948, $36; Cactus leggings by Noè & Zoë , 24789, $32. Opposite page, from left: Mouse wink tee by Mini Rodini , 26256, $38; Striped lounge shorts by Kira Kids , 26717, $40. Pink Floyd ruffle tank by Rowdy Sprout , 25618, $38; Pete the pony biker shorts by Gardner and the Gang , 26918, $36; Princess tiara by Milk & Soda , 21095, $24. Monkey tennis tee by Soft Gallery , 26067, $58; NUNUNU denim gym shorts , 26416, $54, sneakers courtesy of Rime, NYC . Athena paint splatter romper by Soft Gallery , 26050, $66, Mouse wink leggings by Mini Rodini ; Gold low pop sneaker by My Pop Shoes , 26866, $80.

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From left : Summertime sweatshirt by Soft Gallery , 26061, $66; Puffer tie dye pants by Munster Kids , 23618, $42; Gold low pop sneaker by My Pop Shoes , 26866, $80. Dalton rock car tee by Finger in the Nose , 26823, $48; Riding shorts by NUNUNU , 26399, $62; Nike high tops courtesy of Rime, NYC . Opposite page, from left : Mouse ruffle bathing suit by Mini Rodini , 26199, $59; Rabbit striped leggings by BANGBANG Copenhagen , 25610, $32; Nike high tops courtesy of Rime, NYC . Cat & mouse Tivoli toy tee , 26153, $42 and Stars & rainbows leggings , 26210, $59, both by Mini Rodini ; Gold low pop sneaker by My Pop Shoes , 26866, $80.

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Unicorn sweatshirt by Mini Rodini , 26240, $66; Stone bleach wash pants by Munster Kids , 25158, $56. Opposite page, from left : Stormsurfer tee by Finger in the Nose , 26829, $44; Harem shorts by NUNUNU , 26405, $62. Royal crown tank by Munster Kids , 25163, $36; Gertrude the giraffe shorts by Gardner and the Gang , 26916, $36; Nike high tops courtesy of Rime, NYC .

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City surf tank by Molo , 25357, $40; Emoji covered pants by Wakamono , 26574, $39. Stars & rainbow swimsuit and leggings by Mini Rodini . Nike high tops courtesy of Rime, NYC . Opposite page, from left : Bunny dot romper by Agatha Cub , 25083, $56. Clash dinosaur tee , 25110, $32, and Stripey baggy pants , 25141, $36, both by Munster Kids . Skateboards tee by Finger in the Nose , 26835, $44; Half & half baggy pants by NUNUNU , 26372, $54. Nova flamingo dress , 25594, $88, and Happy dot leggings , 25573, $49, both by BANGBANG Copenhagen . Nike high tops courtesy of Rime, NYC .

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Rainbow heart tee by Mini Rodini , 26154, $38; Striped lounge shorts by Kira Kids , 26770, $40. New York all over romper by Roux , 26622, $52 over KISS Japan tee by Rowdy Sprout , 25746, $37. Opposite page, from left : Geometric collar swimsuit by NUNUNU , 26474, $54. Fan violet romper by Agatha Cub , 25039, $58. Nike high tops courtesy of Rime, NYC .

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Photography Elliston Lutz @Utopia Styling Michel Onofrio @Utopia Hair Alfred Lester

@Utopia Make up Yuko Mizuno @RonaRepresents Props Anna Surbatovich

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the freshest gifts for every age toy Story

Go car , 12499, $14.

Classic baby beads , 21987, $15.

Sophie the giraffe, 11208, $26.

Owl stroller toy , 26974, $20.

NEWBORN

Janod My first blocks baby animals , 26094, $10.

Mini bilibos , 24760, $20.

Sensory tumbling, 26982, $20.

Janod Baby forest fox stacker, 26099, $15.

Panda playground pal plush , 26962, $35.

Square clutching toy , 26980, $25.

Janod Garden textures shape sorter, 26103, $25.

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Hot dog rattle , 24063, $18.

BookClub babe sta new books for newborns

Take along play activity spiral , 21541, $20.

THE BEST GIFTS FOR 0-18 MONTHS

Janod Fruit tree puzzle , 24217, $10.

NogginStik rattle , 21953, $24.

Winkel , 21545, $14.50.

Amazing arch activity gym , 26991, $90.

Bat patterned blankie , 26965, $26.

Taxi wooden car , 24451, $36.

Bandana buddies fox, 26990, $16.

All Aboard! National Parks , 26983, $9.95; A is for Andy Warhol , 26123, $12.95; Les Miserables French primer , 26986, $9.95; V is for Vittles , 26987, $9.95.

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