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Yes, please. Tribeca Health and Fitness has special, beginner classes to teach the appropriate way to kick, scream and yell. Have your little ones at Karate Class on Mondays and Thursdays at 5:30pm and Sundays at 4:15pm. Get out the kicking, screaming and yelling for only $10 at 107 Chambers Street. Can you say HI YA!? -RW
April showers not only bring May flowers but also these blossom colored canopies from Bugaboo. We are totally wild about the soft pink, deep purple and tangerine. Reserve yours today! April is right around the corner and these are limited! Canopies & bassinet apron sets for the Cameleon ($99) and the Bee ($59).
Check out these cool ways to recycle your child's toys. Ok, these are artists' masterpieces, and my DIY project probably wouldn't be so sleek but I dare to dream! -JC
British artist Robert Bradford and his human and canine lifesized sculptures of toy parts and doodads:
The Campana Brothers stuffed animal chairs (including limited edition for Lacoste) look comfy and awesome & who could resist the not to be missed Gaga Loves Hello Kitty dress?!
After a hard day at the playground, who doesn’t enjoy a bath filled with adventure and bubbles? Straight from Hoppop, where the great designs and amazing colors make you wish you were a tot once more, comes the new Bato bath tub in lime, aqua and fushia. This ultra modern tub comes with a built in thermometer. Sayonara cold bath time and HELLO warm suds. And what’s bath time without the Pipla bath toys to splash all your playground troubles away? So kick off your shoes, and get ready to splash! -IW
For further information visit: http://www.babesta.com/Hoppop
Here to celebrate Valentines Day with Babesta is the Kissing Giraffes Rug from Jonathan Adler. Measuring at 4’ x 6’ of pure affection, the Kissing Giraffes Rug is the perfect touch, filling every room with love. Hand-made of 100% llama’s wool, the Kissing Giraffe Rug is the perfect way to end such a special day cuddled up; enjoying your Valentines Day with the ones you love. -IW
Maxi Cosi Mico is maxi comfy with a lightweight design making traveling an ease, while still safe with a 5 point harness and up-front adjustments, Maxi Cosi has the best of both worlds, functionality and style. It also includes a convenient stay-in-car adjustable base; saving time and energy which lets face it we could all use a little extra. The Mico infant car seat is suitable for infants 5-22 lbs.
But don’t forget about the ultra cozy Priori Convertible car seat which allows the car seat to recline into 4 independent positions while installed. This car seat is forward facing from 22-40lbs, 34”-43” but it is also rear facing from 5-35 lbs, 19”-36” which is ideal for infants and works flawlessly with the incline. -IW
They're here! Spring/Summer '11 Rowdy Sprout has hit the shelves - and always, they have lead singer looks and style.
This season, Rowdy Sprout's rockin' new bands like the Sex Pistols and STP. There are also a bunch of Beatles options--always crowdpleasers--and a solo John Lennon which is awesome. A cool tee or snap tee from Rowdy Sprout makes the perfect gift for all those rock star parents wanting to pass down their inner rebel to their tots. -IW
For more information visit http://www.babesta.com/Rowdy-Sprout/
Jogging, hiking, or just going for a stroll to the park, the Bob Stroller is ideal for on-the-go parents. With a 5 point padded harness and ultra padded seat for enhanced comfort through the roughest terrain this stroller provides an exceptionally smooth ride. In addition to the swiveling front wheel which locks in the forward position to increase stability while jogging, the Bob stroller is an easy two-step fold to close with a lightweight frame ideal for transporting and storage. But keep in mind all children should be at least 8 month of age before going on a jogging joy ride in the Bob Stroller!
We chose Bob as our #1 jogging stroller - the feedback on it's agility, ease and quality have been excellent, and it definitely enjoys a cult following amongst jogging enthusiasts and dilettantes -IW
For further information visit http://www.babesta.com/Bob-Strollers/
Who said a spa day had to cost hundreds? Try out these easy at home recipes that will take you from drab to chic in no time. We know your little ones don't leave much time for pampering, so this is a sure fire easy peasy way around it that we spotted on Country Woman via tasteofhome.com. -IW
Avocados make a moisturizing mask that's nourishing for dry or sun-exposed skin.
1 avocado, peeled and seeded
2 tsp. sweet almond oil or virgin olive oil
1. Mash avocado and add oil.
2. Apply mixture to face and leave on 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry with towel.
Salt scrubs are among my favorite home spa treatments. This one leaves your skin soft and glowing.
1/4 cup coarse salt (sea salt or kosher salt)
2 Tbsp. virgin olive oil
3-4 Tbsp. lemon juice
1. Mix salt and oil.
2. Add lemon juice.
3. Massage into skin while you shower.
4. Rinse, pat dry and apply a natural moisturizer.
This is a good face mask for oily skin. The recipe makes enough for one treatment and should be applied as soon as it's mixed.
1 Tbsp. honey (runny)
1 egg yolk
4 Tbsp. fine oatmeal
1. Mix honey and egg yolk together in a small bowl.
2. Slowly stir in enough oatmeal to make a soft paste.
3. Smooth mask across face and neck and keep on for 15 minutes.
4. Rinse off with lukewarm water and pat dry with towel.
For Further information visit http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Holiday---Celebration-Recipes/Mother-s-Day-Recipes/Homemade-Spa-Recipes
*SpaIndex.com Tip: You've heard the adage "Never cook with wine you wouldn't drink." This holds equally true for home spa remedies. Never use ingredients for your home spa treatments that you wouldn't want to eat. Your skin, the largest organ on your body, breathes and is porous. It will absorb the properties of the ingredients you are using. Don't "clean out the fridge or pantry" to create your home skincare remedies. Use fresh, high quality ingredients for the best results, and do not store the treatment longer than the shelf life of the most perishable ingredient.
For further information visit http://www.spaindex.com/HomeSpa/HomeSpa.htm
Munster Madness has hit our shores, all the way from the land downunder! From stargazer galaxy dresses to smiley rompers, Munster's hitting it out of the park this season with fun, exciting prints and pieces. Clothes are sized for tots to teens and everything in between--Munster is definitely the perfect way to start Spring/Summer 2011, fresh. Don’t take my word for it, check it out at http://www.babesta.com/Munster-Kids/ and be the judge. We know you won’t be disappointed, mate. -IW
