In Maisy Learns to Swim, out this week, our favorite can-do mouse is a little nervous about getting into the water . . . but, of course, she's having a ball by the end. $7.92 at barnesandnoble.com.
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Skip Hop's summer-perfect new Zoo animal is featured on a bib, Zootensils, lunch bag, and more. (There's a cute new panda, too.) $4 to $20 at laylagrace.com.
After five infant deaths, various legal proceedings, and a voluntary recall by major retailers, Baby Matters LLC, the maker of the Nap Nanny and Nap Nanny Chill infant recliners, has finally recalled all Nap Nanny models (about 165,000 products sold from 2009…
The Tactical Tote from Petunia Pickle Bottom's new men's line, Sons of Trade, has plenty of pockets and easy-to-clean nylon inside—and it converts to a backpack (helpful when you need both hands). It also looks really cool. $179 at giggle.com.
Which is why we love that all the colors in Quiet Home Paints' organic and non-toxic nursery collection (from the soft "Sleep" shades like Wisp and Melt to the bright "Play" hues like Jump and Peep) are available in a chalkboard finish. $43 for a quart at qui…
The new baby collection from Paperless Post includes birth announcements, shower and birthday party invites, and thank you notes from designers like Jonathan Adler, Petit Bateau, and Kate Spade. At paperlesspost.com.
Apple Park's new hooded infant bath towels feature adorable details like big ears and whiskers; the larger toddler wraps also have sweetly detailed hand pockets. And unlike most, they're made from 100 percent organic cotton. $39 to $55 at applepark.com.
We're big fans of Tadpole & Lily's dapper ties for little guys. Starting August 1, they'll offer sets ($65) with coordinating ties for grownups. (In the meantime, they have a preppy-cool new selection of summery fabrics for their boys' ties, too.) Pre-order a…
The latest gPants from gDiapers feature patriotic red, white, and blue stripes and "the pursuit of happiness" scrawled across the bum. Festive. $21.99 at gdiapers.com.
NurturMe's new organic quinoa cereal, which mixes with breast milk, water, or formula for easy first infant meals, is loaded with more protein and nutrients than typical baby cereals. $9.49 for an 8-pack at nurturme.com.
. . . but if she happens to chew on one of the veggie crayons from Wee Can Too (which are made from organic soy and colored with organic fruit and vegetable powders), it's not a big deal. The crayons' chunky square shape is easy for little ones to grab, too.…
Design blogs have been gushing about the impending U.S. arrival of the knock-your-socks-off Pod crib from Australian company Ubabub. It's not quite here yet, but at least you can pre-order it for an estimated August ship date. $2,400 at laylagrace.com.
The company that brought us a thoughtful breastmilk warmer now has Twist pouches ($9.99 for a 20-pack), which make it possible pump and store using the same container. (Works with most breast pumps.) We also like their new Keeper, a smart freezer storage syst…
A personalized I Love Daddy bodysuit from Burt's Bees Baby is sweetly understated, featuring plain organic cotton and simple embroidery. $10 at burtsbeesbaby.com.
PBK has recalled about 12,000 Sweet Lambie bumpers because the thread in the decorative stitching can become loose and create an entanglement hazard. (And remember, the AAP says bumpers aren't safe, anyway.) For details about the recall and obtaining a refund…
The makers of some of our favorite non-toxic diapers and cleaning products have launched a line of organic vitamins, including prenatals ($29.95 introductory price) and a multi powder for babies and toddlers ($22.95 introductory price). At honest.com.
