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Posted by giggle, May 12, 2013

8 Unspoken Truths about Motherhood

They told you you’d be tired. You knew to expect all those middle-of-the-night feedings. But no amount of Googling or talking to friends or thumbing through parenting books will totally prep you for all the little ways life changes when that tiny person of yours arrives. This year, in honor of Mother’s Day, we asked mom bloggers and friends to weigh in on all those little-known and rarely discussed parts about being Mom.

Here’s what they had to say.

Posted by giggle, May 8, 2013

Behind-the-Scenes: VIP Book Launch of “Carried in Our Hearts”

giggle celebrates the book launch of Carried in Our Hearts

Last night was a pretty special one at giggle SoHo. After a busy day at the store came to a close, it was time to break out the champagne and celebrate the launch of a new book that has totally touched us: Carried in Our Hearts: The Gift of Adoption, by Dr. Jane Aronson. If you haven’t yet heard of the amazing Dr. Jane, she is the tour de force behind the Worldwide Orphans Foundation, an organization she founded in 1997 to help children in need across the globe. (We believe in the work they do so much, we donate a portion of our registry proceeds to the cause!) More »

Posted by giggle, April 26, 2013

5-Star Customer Faves: Bottle- and Breastfeeding

We work hard to choose only the best products out there — and we love to hear when we’ve succeeded! Not only is it great feedback for us, it helps other parents know which products they’ll love, too. So take this opportunity to spread the word on your favorites, and we’ll be sure to find more just like them. Help us help you - review your favorite products now!

In the meantime, check out these breastfeeding and bottle-feeding products that have garnered five-star ratings.

Posted by giggle, April 12, 2013

What’s In Our Window: The mamaRoo!

This month, we’re all about the innovative mamaRoo bouncer from 4moms. We love it so much, we put it front and center in all our store windows!

If you haven’t gotten the rundown yet on how impressively cool the mamaRoo is, please — allow us to introduce you…

With five unique settings for speed, motion, and sound, you can literally customize your baby’s bouncer experience in more ways than you ever knew possible. The mamaRoo can rock and sway to mimic natural movements, play nature sounds like gentle rain or ocean waves, and even connect to an mp3 player so you can play your own tunes. Plus, an overhead mini mobile features fun hanging toys your tot can look at. (See what we mean? It’s awesome.) Get one now. More »

Posted by giggle, April 5, 2013

Shopping For: Baby Monitors

Short of standing over your child’s crib while she sleeps, nothing can give you more peace of mind than a good baby monitor. The moment your baby cries, whimpers, or even stirs, you’ll be able to hear her and come to her aid. And it’s not only about peace of mind — it’s about nabbing a little bit of time for yourself. A monitor allows you to go about your day while still keeping one eye (or at least an ear) on your child. There will be plenty of time for minding your own business when your child is older, but during the early days, enjoy this opportunity to eavesdrop with impunity!

Posted by Ali, March 14, 2013

Ask Ali: Sun-Safe Products for Babies and Kids?

You’ve got questions – Ali’s got answers! Our “Ask Ali” series features some of the questions we hear most from our customers.

Q: I can’t wait to take my kids outside more now that it’s getting warmer! Have any suggestions for summertime products that are sun-safe?

A: I can’t wait for the warm sunny days either! Spending time outside in the spring and summer with family are some of my best memories. And, like any parent, the last thing you want to worry about when you’re outside having fun is whether or not your kids are getting the sun protection they need. Here are some of my favorite no-fuss summertime products — all of which offer premium protection from the sun’s rays, so you won’t have to think twice before heading outdoors for some summer fun. More »

Posted by giggle, March 8, 2013

Shopping For: Cribs and Beds

It’s estimated that babies spend as much as eighteen hours a day in their crib during their first year, which means that you and the crib are pretty much going to be your baby’s whole world. You’ll want a bed that fits your style, but you’ll also want something comfortable and safe.

Posted by Nameberry, March 4, 2013

22 Baby Naming Rules Worth Following

A few weeks ago we asked the Nameberry moms and dads to tell us their best baby name rules. What followed were hundreds of suggestions, from the idiosyncratically individual (All middle names must be Celtic and begin with R) to rules so universal they might apply to everyone.

Rule Number 1, according to one berry? No dumb names. We’re down with that, along with these 21 other smart, sensible rules that every modern baby namer should follow: More »

Posted by giggle, March 1, 2013

5-Star Customer Faves: More Mealtime Favorites

In the meantime, check out these mealtime products that have garnered five-star ratings.

Posted by giggle, January 25, 2013

5-Star Customer Favorites: Mealtime Must-Haves

We work hard to bring you the best baby and kid products out there — and we love to hear when we’ve succeeded! Not only are your product reviews great feedback for us, they help other new parents know which products they’ll love, too. Have a giggle product you totally love? Review it now and spread the word!

In the meantime, check out seven top feeding products that have already earned all-star ratings from parents just like you…