Some baby wants and not baby needs (from Etsy)

Baby cocoon by karenswimmer

First up on my things to buy is this cocoon with pixie style hat.

A nice alternative to baby sleeping blankets. My little tyke is a big wriggler so I like to think he would be easier to settle in something more womb-like such as this. Check out their store for other goodies as the shop seems to be run by a very dedicated, loving and crafty mother.

$32/£20







'Crying is for babies' poster from the Subliminal baby range. sycamorestreetpress @ Etsy.

Letterpressed, original prints, great for the nursery. Other items from the range include 'You are getting sleepy' and 'eating off the floor never ends well'. Here's hoping they rub off.

Reasonable at $35/£22 each.




Gorilla cloth nappy soaker by thesittingtree.

Other than cloth/reuseable nappies being ecologically and economically friendly you also get the opportunity to buy stylish unique items that are cherishable, a strange prospect when one thinks of what will soon be in the item of clothing, nevertheless I think they are cute, a must have for those who are cut out for washable nappies.

$18/£11






3x Pom features by pomtree

The latest interior fad; pom poms!

Great for the nursery as an alternative to mobiles. Either way sure to catch babies eye whilst brightening up the room.

Pick your own colours here.

Three for an absolute steal at $11/£7

Bless this mess onsie from Friendsagain @ etsy

Cute unisex babygrow vest with vintage twee cross-stitch font screenprinted by hand.

A steal at $15, approx £9.










paw print baby moks by scandeez @ etsy.

Beautiful leather shoesies, it is a shame they wouldn't be used for long as you can tell from the photographs they are really delicately crafted, furthermore making you hope that your littleun stops growing.

$30/£19









A-Z Animal print by boldandnoble

Teach your child their ABC's with this educational art by the wonderful and talented Boldandnoble.

he handscreened print depicts a silhouette of 23 animals corresponding to the alphabet, giving opportunity to learn how these letters make sounds as well as a broader vocabulary of animals.

$67/£43







Wooden toy train by asummerafternoon

A timeless classic toy handcrafted in organic wood. Comes with four cars as standard. Chunky and sturdy in design. Would be great as a hand-me-down for generations to come. Beautiful.

Under priced at $50/£30









'Jeannie' knitted plush by theweaverbirdie

Charming handcrafted toy made with cuddly wool.

This one of a kind puppy comes with a free pouch.

Check out the shop for more designs.

$21/£12

Mini Mode

Mini Mode are my favorite high street-big name baby clothing brand, it seems they are to be no more. If it isn't that than they are making massive adjustments to their company.

I like Mini Mode as they make casual normal-looking baby clothes which are also a bit of fun. Most of their designs are vibrant and well made, they are also not too expensive either, which is always a bonus.

This post is intended as a little bit of a heads up really as there are some strange goings on with the company. Mini Mode online is no longer selling direct to the public, which seems rather odd. Boots, their high street retailer has also stopped selling their range from the Boots website. But some good news! - In store in Boots most (pretty much all) of their stock is on sale! They have items that have just come out going for up to 50% off.
This includes toys, blankets gifts and sets. Sounds like yet another company has been hit by the recession.Its a shame Minimode look like they are on thier way out, but it can be made into a bittersweet situation when checking out the new discounted prices.

I got my little un' this little romper suit today (picture left), amongst other things...

My person to be is already following in its mother's footsteps, it already has a bursting wardrobe full of silly items.

Hooray!