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Warm up the Holidays with a Slanket!
2007-12-08 09:12:00
Looking for a great way to keep your little ones warm during the holidays? Check out the new Slanket for kids! This is a miniature version of the adult Slanket which is quite possibly the greatest thing you never knew you needed! A giant over sized, super soft, fleece blanket with sleeves that allow you to read, surf channels, snack, and whatever else you may need to do with your hands while trying to stay warm. Unfortunately nose picking is usually what my three year old chooses to do with his hands free warmth. The Slanket is a great gift, I purchased 5 of them this holiday season and I am actually having them embroidered with the recipient's names to make them a super special gift. When we received our Slanket for review, my boys immediately started fighting over it. Needless to say, everyone in the family has their own Slanket now. The Slanket has been a HOT holiday seller, so unfortunately, the adult versions are sold out through the holidays. However, the kid versions are sti...
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Little Marmara
2007-12-04 20:43:00
Photography by Yalcin Erhan Little Marmara is a beautiful line of organic clothing and accessories for kids! All their products are tagless and made with 100% organic Turkish cotton and low impact dyes. They reflect the designer?s Turkish heritage and are unisex styles. Now you can dress your kids in something hip that you feel good about for the environment and they feel comfortable wearing! Visit www.LittleMarmara.com www.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!
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Make your Holidays Colorful with CRAYOLA!
2007-12-04 07:10:00
There's nothing better than a box of pointy, shiny, never been used new crayons! EXCEPT, 150 pointy, shiny, never been used crayons. Crayola , the best of the best in crayons, and the ONLY brand I use, has come out with the ultimate coloring experience. You must check out the Crayola Telescoping Crayon Tower. The tower comes with 150 crayons: 118 Regular Crayons, 16 Metallic FX Crayons, and 16 Glitter Crayons. The circular unit stores flat, but with a little pull and twist, two layers pop up and create the beautiful tower of color fantasticness. My boys are in love with the crayon tower and I have to say, I am too. It's genius! There is even a built in crayon sharpener. Look no longer for the perfect gift, pick up a Crayon Tower, a couple of coloring books, and you're set! Crayola has tons of other great holiday gift ideas and everything can be purchased from the online Crayola Store. Visit today to check out some super fun new items like the Color Explosion Glow Board and Crayo...
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Swanky Stocking Stuffer Alert: ChicBuds
2007-11-29 07:35:00
Looking for a super swanky way to listen to music? Want to put a little sparkle into your phone conversations? ChicBuds makes fantastically beautiful retractable ear phones adorned with Swarovski crystals. Choose from black or white earphones and then have a grand ol' time picking out what color crystals you want. From blueberry to sour apple, your taste buds will easily find a flavor to suit their needs. The ear phones can be used with iPods, computers, and MP3 players. They also work on portable DVD players and airplane connectors! What I love about ChicBuds (second to how sparkly and adorable they are) is the design of the retractable cable. No more tangled wires and the clip helps keep them in place so the dangling annoyance is gone! And, so you can talk in style, ChicBabies are also available. These super cute ear phones are retractable and feature a Swarovski embelished ear bud and an inline microphone. They expand from 4" to 30." Visit ChicBuds today and Stock Up on your Sto...
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In Motion Books: A Great Holiday Gift for Baby
2007-11-26 08:47:00
I LOVE to give books as gifts, especially to new babies in my life. Who needs another onesie or rattle, right? Books are gifts that keep on giving, plus, I love to write or have my boys write, a little message to the recipient on the inside cover. In Motion Books makes a fabulous new board book for little ones called "Every Day Signs for the Newborn Baby ." This charming book features beautiful multicultural illustrations with "lift the flap" interactive pages. You and your child can learn 16 different ASL motions together to facilitate communication while speech develops and emerges. I really wish I had this beautiful book when my oldest was a baby. Being 2 months premature, he was delayed globally, including his speech. We started basic signing with him when we realized his speech was delayed, but this was not until he was about 15 months old. This book would have been a great tool from day one!"Everyday Signs for the Newborn Baby" is available on amazon.com AND if you're shopping...
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Get Crafty This Holiday Season: Kookle Nesting Dolls
2007-11-21 06:20:00
Looking for a super fun project to do with the kids this holiday season? Check out Kookle Gifts and pick up one of their great Nesting Doll kits. The kits come with five wooden nesting "dolls," acrylic paints, two paint brushes, and a color mixing chart. What I love about the set is that the possibilities for creative expression are endless. The hardest part of the project is deciding what to paint. My boys decided on a "pirate" set of nesting dolls. The brain storming to figure out what we'd paint was so much fun. My 3 year old wanted to paint monsters, my 5 year old wanted robots, I wanted a holiday set. Wouldn't it be adorable to do a snowman, reindeer, Santa, Christmas tree, & wrapped present set? Or even a family of snowmen? However, we compromised on pirates...A finished Kookle set would make such a memorable gift. Just imagine grandma's face when she opens hers, something to treasure forever! The Kookle Nesting Doll Kit is an all around perfect gift. Perfect for giving...
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Bella Tunno
2007-11-20 19:19:00
Bella Tunna carries an amazing collection of fresh and funky products for babies and tots! I love the laminated bibs! They are the perfect size for toddlers learning to feed themselves and super easy to keep clean, just wipe and go. They are also machine washable for those really messy meals. As you can see, Bella Tunno's bibs are super stylish! I love the grosgrain ribbon closure, it just adds a touch of flair to these adorable bibs! Check out their other swanky designs! Another favorite is the Diaper Ditty. It is a chic little diaper clutch. It holds 2-3 diapers and has an outer pocket for moms? essentials. The Diaper Ditty also has a loop so you can fold it up and hang it on your stroller or diaper bag. You can be fashionable and functional with Bella Tunno! Check out their other wonderful products including the Binkers, Butties, Burpies and Smocks! Visit www.BellaTunno.com www.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!
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Vincent Shoes: Happy Feet for the Holidays!
2007-11-20 06:29:00
Unfortunately, those shiny new school shoes from September have put some playground miles on them in the last few months. Now that the holidays are here, it's time for parties, pictures, and lookin' good! Vincent shoes allows you to do just that. High quality, high fashion, and high function combine to make the perfect shoes for the perfect feet in your life. What I love about Vincent shoes is that they can be dressed up or down. They are stylish enough for a holiday soiree, but they hold their own on the playground too. We recently received Vincent's Herman shoes and I can't tell you how many people compliment my boys. The shoes look great (the colors are fantastic) and they are super comfy. My favorite feature, they look like they have laces, but they don't! Even my three year old can put his on by himself, one less thing for me to do in the morning routine is fantastic! Visit Vincent today and peruse their amazing selection. I also love their Jump tennis shoes, perfect for b...
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Sok-O: A Swanky New Buddy for the Holidays
2007-11-16 08:30:00
Looking to put a new buddy under the tree for your little ones this holiday season? Check out Sok-o: unique, adorable, and 100% handmade. Sok-o is a line of funny friends, each with their own personality. There are 8 Sok-o characters with fun & funky names and stories. From Trumbo the elephant to Moonie the grump and Bu-Lou the daydreamer, you're sure to find a perfect match for your little one's personality.No two Sok-o "pets" are alike, they start as a pair of socks and are transformed into a super cute new best friend that will be treasured for a life time. Although I am not a huge stuffed animal fan, (How many boring teddy bears does one kids need?) I am definitely a Sok-o fan. These whimsical creatures will be sure to put a smile on the face of anyone. They're soft, cuddly and ready to love. My favorite feature are the unique personalities of each Sok-o doll. I'd have no problem finding a friend that matches each one.Visit the Sok-o site today and find your perfect matc...
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Gater Tots: One Stop Holiday Shopping
2007-11-15 08:42:00
This holiday season, be sure to visit Gator Tots. This wonderfully unique site was founded by a teacher turned mom who wanted to create a one stop shopping experience that would allow parents to purchase high quality educational toys and books. Mission accomplished! Gator Tots has amazing products and the site is very well organized. You can shop by age, brand, or even price range. The customer service is fantastic and shipping costs are minimal (free if you spend over $75).Another great feature of Gator Tots is that all items on the site are "in stock" so no waiting for other companies to drop ship. You order, they send! One of my favorite products at Gator Tots are their beautiful embossed wooden alphabet blocks. I've seen my fair share of blocks and these are by far superior! They remind me of vintage blocks, old fashioned, simple, and endless play possibilities. These alphabet blocks encourage infants to practice motor skills by stacking and develop cognitive skills through sor...
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Epson Stylus CX8400
2007-11-13 22:46:00
If you are looking to buy a printer, the Epson Stylus All-in-One CX8400 is the way to go! I love the sleek and swanky design, definitely a nice additional to any workspace. With the Epson Stylus CX8400, you can print, scan and copy with ease. You can even print beautiful photos without the need of a computer, just insert your memory card from your camera and you can view the photos on the 2.5 inch LCD and print instantly! The Epson Stylus CX8400 prints, scans and copies super fast and there is no more waiting for the ink to dry, this printer uses instant drying DURABrite® Ultra Ink! It also automatically adjusts the print quality based on the type of paper you select! The Epson Stylus CX8400 by far exceeds my expectations and is available for under $100! Here are some of the amazing features of this fabulous printer: 2.5-inch tilt LCD to copy and print, PC-free Black and color text up to 32 ppm 4" x 6" photos in as fast as 26 seconds Easy color restoration of ...

Baby Angel Bug
2007-11-13 22:44:00
I received two extraordinary products from Baby Angel Bug! Both products are amazing and, in my opinion, an essential for your new baby! The Protect n Play Change Pad is a physician invented change pad which makes changing baby?s diaper super easy! No more trying to distract baby and worrying about baby getting into the mess. The Protect n Play Change Pad keeps baby secure and hands busy and away from the diaper changing process! This handy pad closes up and has 3 pockets and a carrying handle, so you can just change and go! Such a wonderful invention! The Protect n Play Change Pad comes in 2 stylish patterns, Moo Moo Buck-a-roo and Bella Boo! The Kick and Grow Tummy Zone Development Mat is another physician invented product which encourages Tummy Time, which is very important for baby's development. The Kick and Grow Tummy Zone supports baby?s core while promoting hand/eye coordination as baby plays with the interactive monkey and self recognition with the m...

Swanky Holiday Gift Giving: I LOVE Brag A Little A LOT
2007-11-13 08:52:00
The holidays are just around the corner and Brag A Little has A LOT to make you smile. Whether you're looking for grandmas, aunts, uncles, best friends, moms, dads, or even yourself, you're sure to find something amazing that will show off your favorite photos. Brag A Little's photo lockets are elegant sterling silver squares that display a picture of your choice. The photo is simply e-mailed over and Brag A Little does the rest. You choose between sepia, black & white or color and the photo is sized to fit the locket which is a 3/4 inch square with beautiful scrolled details around the frame. You can choose from various necklace styles and lengths or you can buy "a la carte." There are also beautiful bracelet sets that allow you to display multiple photos. And, for the men in your life, the key chains are amazing! There's even a golf bag clip set. Oh, and one of my favorite things, if you decide you'd like to show off a different photo, Brag A Little will change it out for...
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Turkey Time with Olive Kids!
2007-11-13 01:30:00
It's almost time to gobble up the yummiest meal of the year! This Thanksgiving, decorate your table with the most adorable place mats around. Olive Kids ' personalized place mats will perk up your table and put smiles on the faces of guests of all ages. I say order them for everyone who will be there or at least for those sitting at the "kid's table."For more information visit www.olivekids.comwww.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot. com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!
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Cascade Complete
2007-11-08 01:09:00
Cascade Complete does all the work for you and there is no need to pre-wash your dishes anymore! This new formula dissolves tough food particles and leaves your dishes sparkly clean! To make sure your Cascade Complete works to its maximum effect, always fill all your detergent cups with Cascade Complete (and even overflow if you have hard water) and make sure your rinse aids are full. For more Dishwasher Tips, visit: http://www.cascadeclean.com/sites/en_US/c ascade/tips/index.shtml Cascade Complete is available in Fresh Scent, Citrus Breeze Scent®, and Melon Blossom and can be purchased at your local grocery store, Amazon.com or Drugstore.com.Visit www.CascadeClean.comwww.SwankyMoms.BlogSp ot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!
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Hedvig Bourbon
2007-11-08 00:57:00
I have the Fuschia Lucas diaper bag and it is absolutely gorgeous! Not only is it chic and stylish but very functional. The Lucas is a generous sized diaper bag (16? x 13? x 3.75?) with 3 external pockets, 3 interior pockets, pacifier/key clip and a cell phone pocket (very handy)! Also, included is a stain resistant matching changing pad. The Lucas is stroller tote with a cool strap system that can instantly be converted to into a shoulder bag! How cool! Each bag is handmade in New York City and is available in several funky fabrics! Hedvig Bourbon also has a line of stroller liners, diaper & wipes pouches, and changing pad clutches! Visit www.hedvigbourbon.com www.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!

Simply Silhouettes, Simply Unique, Simply the Best
2007-11-07 07:08:00
Ok, I am self professed "bag" a holic. I have tons of bags, purses, diaper bags, messenger bags, I love them. However, since I received my messenger bag from Simply Silhouettes, nothing else has left my closet. If you're looking for a way to wow a family member this holiday season, perhaps even evoke tears of joy (that's how beautiful the products at Simply Silhouettes are), you must visit their site and browse all of their amazing products. The messenger bag I have features two silhouettes, both of my little guys facing each other. What is fantastic, is how easy the whole process was. I Simply had the boys turn to their side, snapped a photo, noticed how large their heads are, and then e-mailed the photos over! I received a proof in just a few days. It was AMAZING how detailed the silhouettes were. I mean, completely obvious that it was my boys. Everything from the shapes of their noses to wisps of hair. When my bag arrived, I couldn't wait to show it off. Everywhere I go, peopl...
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Sponsor: A Mom in Red High Heels- Beauty and Style Guide Dedicated to Moms
2007-11-07 00:56:00
Red High Heels can bring a touch of adventure, a punch of pizzazz or a hint of romance to our style. Whether you?re like me and love Red High Heels or are just looking to shake things up a little, nothing can make you feel quite as happy as the perfect pair of Red High Heels.Wearing Red High Heels gives women self-confidence and will help us overcome our inhibitions as well as helping us to be seductive and alluring. There is something glamorous about Red High Heels that can transform our lives. Red High Heels have magical powers.All women have the opportunity to look their very best each and every day. It has to be an intentional act. When a woman becomes a mom, she should not give up on herself as a woman. Becoming a mother does not mean she suddenly becomes last on her priority list! In fact, she should make every effort to pamper herself often. She should fix herself up each morning and feel good about how she looks. She should wear stylish, well-fitting clothing and keep a mode...
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Swanky Stocking Stuffer Alert: LearningCents Wallet
2007-11-03 19:45:00
Here's another great item, you definitely want to tell Santa about. The LearningCents company has recently added to their fantastic product line. This cool camo wallet is a perfect addition to one of my all time favorite product reviews, the LearningCents Bank. The LearningCents Wallet comes in 3 colors, pink camo, blue camo, and green camo. It's a full sized wallet, but fits perfectly in a child's back pocket. It also has a carabiner clip that allows children to clip it to a belt loop (my son likes to clip his on and let it dangle off his hip, he thinks he hot stuff with "his own" wallet). The LearningCents Wallet is made kid tough! It's constructed of durable 600 Denier fabric and has a tri-fold design with a zippered change compartment, slots for gift cards, a plastic ID card holder and a strong Velcro closure. What I love about the LearningCents Wallet, is that my son must keep track of his own "spending" money. It allows him to be responsible and appreciate the value of his...
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Coverplay
2007-10-30 18:19:00
Check out this revolutionary new product! It is a slipcover for portable play yards! Make your play yard stylish plus reduces the risk of germs. If you are traveling and are using a hotel play yard, just slip on the Coverplay and your baby will be safe from germs! Plus it is machine washable, making it easy to keep clean! Most play yards are plain and boring and now you can spice it up with a Coverplay! There are many cute styles to choose from and each Coverplay comes in a handy matching bag for easy storage and portability! All Swanky Moms' readers receive a 10% discount with coupon code "swanky".Get your Coverplay @ www.coverplayard.com www.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!

REMO: Swanky Sounds for the Holidays!
2007-10-29 08:06:00
You may consider my statement crazy, but YES, I am suggesting that you get the kids drums for Christmas. REMO makes an amazing set called Sound Shapes that is not your typical bang-bang, make lots of noise drum set. Instead, it's a fantastic learning tool that is fun for the whole family. This super cool set comes with various shapes, each one making a different sound. Each size and shape has it's own super fun glittery color! The connector & leg sets allow you to create your own custom drum table. My favorite part is that they're very easy to assemble and you can change the configuration over and over. We've been having so much fun with the set, and I promise you, it's not at all an "annoying" toy. We have all sorts of fun activities that we like to do. We've been working on colors and patterns. I do a "sample" and then the boys imitate my "moves." For example, "green, purple, purple, green, yellow." Then they must repeat the pattern. You can also do it with shapes or mix...
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Chicken Soup for the Soul: Kids in the Kitchen
2007-10-26 06:42:00
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Chef Antonio Frontera and was thrilled when he handed me a copy of his book Chicken Soup for the Soul "Kids in the Kitchen ." My boys LOVE helping out in the kitchen and we have a handful of kids cookbooks. However, this book tops them all! The recipes are very easy to follow, the photography is fantastic, and all of the little extra "stories" are very heartwarming. The book features information on nutrition and has a great Let's Get Started" section with need to know kitchen information (safety, math, vocabulary, utensils, etc). There are TONS of recipes in this book and it's broken down into the meals that our kids know: breakfast, lunch, dinner and my favorite chapter, dessert! Some of our favorites are the Spaghetti Pie, Peanut Butter and Banana French Toast, and I can't wait to try Grandpa Joe's Jelly Cookies. Chicken Soup for the Soul "Kids in the Kitchen" is a must have family cookbook. Everyone benefits from spending time together in...

Little One Buddy
2007-10-24 18:19:00
Your little one deserves the best and Little One Buddy has the softest, luxurious line of baby blankets and matching binkets! I love the idea of the binket! The binket is a small (6"x6") blanket with a plastic snap to attach a pacifier or teething toy. Babies love to hold something soft and this is the perfect size for when you are out and about, they still have their comfort but not as bulky! Visit www.littleonebuddy.com www.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!

Naughty Mommy is Really Nice!
2007-10-18 05:47:00
Looking for a great way to pamper yourself? Visit the Naught y Mommy body care site and treat yourself to some amazing products that will make you feel absolutely fabulous. Founded by European actress/model & of course, MOMMY, Mia Memel, the line was created to inspire mommies everywhere to relax and feel sensual. The line is really yummy! It consists of products such as "Beauty Bath" bubble bath which contains pomegranate and grape seed extract, "Jojoba Bead Scrub," "Touch of Silk Body Lotion," and my favorite the "Deluxe Hand and Body Cream." The body cream smells wonderful and your hands are so unbelievably silky and smooth when you are done with it. I love using it on my legs after shaving! Trust me, Naughty or Nice , Mommies everywhere must give this line a try. Naughty Mommy also offers gift baskets and their packaging is beautiful. The next time you're looking for a "mommy friend gift" this is the place to shop. Visit www.naughtymommybodycare.com for more info on all of t...
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VedaMAMA Supports National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
2007-10-18 00:38:00
The VedaPURE skincare collection will support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month for the entire year by donating 25% of each sale of vedaMAMA RELAX body butter cream to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.The VedaPURE collection consists of three lines: vedaBABY, vedaMAMA, and vedaDUDE. The vedaPURE collection is known for their fresh and natural scent and with no preservatives, chemicals or fragrances is safe enough to eat. To purchase vedaMAMA RELAX and help support Breast Cancer Awareness, please visit www.vedapure.com www.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!

Bailey's Bows
2007-10-17 05:28:00
With the upcoming Christmas season just around the corner, you should start getting your custom orders in! Bailey's Bows has an awesome Christmas Hairbow that has interchangeable centers, so it's kinda like getting 3 bows in one! Very adorable! Also, check out the Critter Bows! It's amazing what Julie can create with ribbon!! From Dalmatians to Ducks, she can create it! Visit www.BaileysBows.comwww.SwankyMoms.BlogSpo t.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!

Baby Be Mine Maternity Belly Bands
2007-10-17 05:13:00
If you are pregnant, then the Baby Be Mine Belly Band is a "must have" for all pregnant swanky moms! It is solves many pregnancy wardrobe issues, including: ? Conceals those unsightly elastic waistbands and expandable panels on maternity pants and skirts. ? Doubles your wardrobe. You don?t have to worry about that in-between stage when nothing fits ? your regular clothes are too ...
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A Safe Place for Pearly Whites: Tooth Fairy Keepsake Book
2007-10-15 08:23:00
Well, it's FINALLY happened. After weeks of being loose and finally hanging by a thread, my 6 year old has lost his first tooth! I don't know about your little ones, but my son wouldn't let us near his loose tooth, so it took forever to come out. When he first noticed his loose tooth, he began planing his tooth fairy experience. He told me that he wanted to write the tooth fairy and see if he could keep his teeth. I figured that was a reasonable request and thought that the tooth fairy could honor it. Now, what to do with those teeth.... I found a perfect solution. The Tooth Fairy Keepsake box by Tooth Fairy Keepsake Gifts. This great little "book" looks like a hard cover book, when you open it the left side features a cute little tooth fairy poem and a space to put your child's picture. On the right side is a diagram showing the graphical representations and dental terminology that corresponds with your child's twenty baby teeth. There are date entry lines for filling in the d...
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Halloween Fun with the Epson Movie Mate
2007-10-14 23:03:00
Looking to have the coolest house on the block this Halloween ? We will! Trick or Treaters will be able to enjoy some fun Halloween flicks when they come to our door! No, we're not inviting them in, we'll be playing them on the garage door! We don't want to scare off the little ones, so we'll stick to classics like "It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown." It's sure to be a crowd pleaser. Now, if you're having a "grown up" costume party, there are lots of scary choices you can have playing on a wall in the background. Pick your favorite thriller and make your party unique. I think a life size Jason or Freddy Krueger might be enough to start some frightful fun. For more information on the Epson MoiveMate , visit the Epson site today. You can click on their "where to buy" button to help you find a store near you. www.SwankyMoms.BlogSpot.com ~ keep you up to date with what's hip!
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Swanky Holiday Gifts: Shopping for Baby!
2007-10-12 07:23:00
Looking for a fantastic gift for a mommy to be or baby's first holiday season? Susan Brown's Baby has pure and gentle luxury products for both mom and baby. Susan has a full line of baby products ranging from Foaming Shampoo & Body Wash, to Sunscreen, All Purpose Botanical Gelee and Moisturizing Cleansing Cloths. Her mommy products include Foot Therapy Cream and Dead Sea Salt Foot Scrub, a treat for swollen ankle, puffy feet, uncomfortable days. Also, check out her Stretch Therapy Daytime Treatment, any thing that will help reduce stretch marks is magical! Why Susan Brown's you ask? Well, they're not just another pretty package. Susan's father, a chemist of over 30 years for top companies like Estee Lauder, Chanel, and Clinique taught her that the ingredients used in these fine products could benefit mommies and babies too! All of Susan Brown's products are botanically based, dermatologist tested, and hypoallergenic. So, no need to worry about baby's sensitive skin.Order ...
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