Cradles are perfect for newborns, convenient for new parents to carry from room to room and small enough that an infant doesn’t get lost in his own bedding. But your child soon outgrows the convenience and suddenly that expensive cradle becomes a disposable piece of furniture. That’s why we love the the Eco Cradle by Green Lullaby. The cradle is made of recycled corrugated cardboard so it’s durable and because Green Lullaby only uses non toxic paints and adhesives, you can rest easy knowing your little one will not be breathing any harmful chemicals. It’s easy to assemble and folds flat for storage or travel. A great solution for traveling parents or babysitting grandparents. Once the cradle has outlived its purpose your older children can use it as a play crib for their own “children” or store it away for baby #2!

What child wouldn’t want to take an elephant ride? The Silver Riding Elephant by Zid Zid would make a lovely addition to your child’s menagerie. This big fella is made with high quality faux leather and double stitched to withstand extra hard play. He’s also an environmentally conscience animal. He’s stuffed with recycled cotton and sponge scraps that otherwise might go to landfills. The Silver Riding Elephant also features a back pocket, big enough for books or  toys. An unique adorable friend for your little boy or girl will enjoy!

The rounded shape of the Adiri Natural Nurser is designed to mimic a mother’s breast. This helps reduce nipple confusion and helps baby’s transition to bottle feeding easier. The body and nipple are all one piece. You fill the bottle from the bottom making them easy to use and easy to clean. The Adiri Natural Nurser is wonderfully designed without Bisphenol-A (BPA) so no evil chemicals to worry about. The Nurser is recommended by experts: doctors, nurses, and lactation consultants. A natural and easy way to start bottle feeding.

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 Looking for some ideas for designing your modern nursery? Start with bedding, it can be help to inspire a color scheme you may not have thought possible.  Looking through catalogs and online shops can give you an idea of what might work in your space. And dont’ forget the accessories to complete your nursery. Making a list of things you would like to include in the room will be essential once planning ends and shopping begins so be sure to write down your choices! We’ve collected a few options here to start with but dont’ just stop here, there are literally hundreds of wonderful choices out there.

These products can be found on All Modern Baby and Beyond Bedding.

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It’s never too early to teach children the importance of a healthy body. My adorable niece recently started kindergarten at a local Montessori schoool. Everyday before the lessons begin, the children participate in a short yoga class. To our surprise-she loves it! So it got me thinking, do they make yoga mats for children? Looking for the answer I stumbled upon eco-friendly yoga mats by Lotuspad. Not only are the mats made smaller for kids they also are free from PVC and other harmful chemicals. And make sure to order the a cute little carrying strap with it so your little yogi can carry it class himself!

Aren’t these little guys cute and cuddly? Yes I said cuddly! These adorable plushies take the taboo out of bodily functions and help teach children about potty training.  The plush duo are known as Pee and Poo. Look for them on Perpetual Kid.

The Britax Advocate CS model features side airbags that are designed to inflate on impact. The airbags are meant to reduce the amount of force and trauma on the child during an accident. The air bags add about a 1/2 inch of extra width compared to other Britax models, but it’s a small price to pay for added security.

Introducing the smartest stroller you will ever own! The stroller does everything but change your babies diaper. It automatically folds up when baby is removed from the seat (the built in intelligence detects when baby is no longer in the seat). A small generator powers the stroller and recharges itself with every 300 feet.  The Origami is made of 90% recyclable materials and even has daytime running lights and a built in pedometer! The Origami is expected to be available early 2009. 

Transitioning from crib to a big kid bed is easy with this Modern Toddler Bed from Polka Dots.The bed uses the mattress from your child’s crib and sits low to the ground making it easier for children to use while safety rails keep him/her from rolling out during night. The Modern toddler Bed also features an adorable little bench at the foot of the bed, a big help for getting dressed or putting on shoes.

 Moms-to-Be’s posture takes a real beating during pregnancy. The extra weight they carry can really throw the whole spine out of alignment. The good folks at Knoend, makers of the Bean Rocker series, designed the Sprout Rocker to help maintain back curvature and relieve pressure from the belly. The gentle rocking motion can help alleviate some of the muscle aches a that come along with pregnancy. Made with organic cotton and FSC certified wood, Sprout Rocker is not only gentle to your body but to your surroundings as well.