2012-keekarooboost.jpgKeekaroo Cafe Booster
• $59.95
Keekaroo

I bought a booster seat for my son when we were visiting relatives and I had limited options at the local store. If I had my druthers, I would have have opted for Keekaroo's booster seat. Cushy, yet impermeable to liquid, it comes in a bunch of fun colors, has an optional safety harness and is even made in the US.

2011-skiphopadler.jpgYou might not expect a potter to design diaper bags. But of course, we all know Jonathan Adler is no average potter. In addition to all his other design ventures, Adler has teamed up with Skip Hop to bring his signature patterns to a line of diaper bags.

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2011-skiphopbento.jpgBento Mealtime Kit

• $24
SkipHop

This summer I asked readers for suggestions for lidded, microwaveable containers to use for my son's preschool. You had some great ideas and I ended up buying this set which has totally fit the bill. The slim, insulated cooler bag holds three CLIX containers (that click or unclick together) and 3 more CLIX are included for good measure. I use 3 for lunch and 3 for his snacks. I've also used it on road trips with the included freezer pack. The elasticized handle makes carrying easy or it can hold a thermos, sippy cup or banana.

Nicolemallalieu1.jpgI never really was the master of my diaper bag. With one hand I'd reach in, dig around, and fling various packets and tubes out all over the place while simultaneously holding a baby down with the other hand. If I'd had something like this baby-on-the-go kit, diaper changes would've been a lot more organized and a lot less slapstick.
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2011-cartoonplacemat.jpgPlacemats are invaluable in kitchens with kids. And the more wipeable the better. We love this simple idea that allows you to customize easy-to-clean kiddie placemats to your child's interests while at the same time letting you consider your room's palette.

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Japanese manufacturer Aprica announced yesterday the release of a new stroller and travel system, but what caught our eye was the stroller's SmartTray feature. It's a smart phone holder, not for the adult pushing the stroller, but down at the baby's viewing level.

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By now, everyone's back to school, but a few of us (*raises hand*) still need to get our act together. Anyone else still need some good lunch options? Lego love + lunch supplies = BINGO! More

2011-cbringglasses.jpegRings Glasses

• $.95 - $1.50
Crate & Barrel

So many readers sang the praises of these glasses in response to this Good Question about real glasses for kids that I wanted to take a look myself. Indeed, they're small, stackable, sturdy, attractive and...cheap. Ikea has similar glasses and these are an ideal alternative.

2011-weeteacups.jpgWee Tea Cups by Gleena

• $25
Gleena Ceramics

These cups aren't necessarily made for children (the maker notes they are a nice size for sipping tea), but I think they'd make a lovely gift if not for the tabletop, then as a holder of special treasures. Choose a letter or for an extra $5 you can have it customized on the inside with a name or word.

seat-graco_infant-high-72.jpgCar seats have to meet high government standards for functional safety, but are they healthy? The non-profit Ecology Center at HealthyStufff.org tested over 150-2011 model car seats and found that 60% contained bromine, lead, chlorine and other chemicals with "known toxicity, persistence, and tendency to build up in people and the environment." Believe it or not, this is an improvement over the 64% found three years ago. More

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