Hot New Product- Serena and Lily Market Sling

Pure and Honest Kids is now selling the must-have product of the season---the Market Sling from Serena and Lily! These slings are flying off the shelves, so order yours today!

As seen in the June 25 People Magazine and on Celebrity Baby Blog, celebrities such as Matthew McConaughey and Jessica Alba are loving the Serena and Lily Market Sling for their little ones.

These slings are hot, hot, hot right now!

Practical and stylish, the Serena and Lily market sling is sure to top any mommy's list of best baby gear! In signature Serena and Lily style, this flax linen sling was crafted with beautiful hand-embroidery on 100% cotton with a super-soft brushed organic cotton interior that is gentle against baby's delicate skin. With a simplified design - one seamless piece of fabric without buckles, belts or straps - this baby sling is snug, sleek and easy to wear. Arrives in a beautiful Serena and Lily keepsake box. Machine wash.

What better time to order your new Market Sling than right now?

For information on what size sling to buy, click here.

For other Serena and Lily products available at Pure and Honest Kids, click here.

Double Your Fun with a Pure and Honest Kids Double Stroller!

When you have multiples or young children very close in age, purchasing a double stroller is one of the most important purchases you will make. The stroller helps you travel to and fro everywhere you go for the first few years of your child’s life, so you want to make sure you get the stroller that meets all your needs. This choice becomes a bit more complicated when you're using the stroller for more than one child.

Pure and Honest Kids has an excellent selection of double strollers. Check them out here! Here are some tips on how to find the perfect double stroller for your family.

The best stroller is the one that fits your lifestyle, is a style you like, and also fits your budget. Safety and comfort are essential, and the accessories and options that come with double strollers are not to be ignored.

Think about your lifestyle. Are you going to be jogging with your babies? Or mostly running errands? Will you be using the stroller mostly in a city setting, walking on sidewalks in congested areas, or do you live close to the coast or mountains and plan on walking on uneven terrain often? The best double stroller will allow you to do all the activities you like to do, ensuring you can take your babies wherever you need to go. When you figure out your lifestyle and the activities you will mostly use your stroller for, you can then narrow the options considerably.

Safety is always the number one concern of parents when shopping for something as important as a stroller. With a double stroller, you want to ensure both children are full protected, and have individual safety features, such as padding and reliable restraint systems, such as a five-point harness. Other safety features to consider are a secondary locking mechanism on the frame of the stroller to ensure that the stroller cannot fold up while in use, rear-wheel breaks, tip-resistant frame, and some type of canopy to protect the baby from sun and inclement weather.

You also have to think about the size of the stroller. Will it fit into your car? How much does it weigh and can you comfortably transport it in and out of your car? These are all important things to consider when buying a double stroller. Double strollers are considerably larger than a single stroller and you do not want to purchase one that is too cumbersome or heavy for you to enjoy using.

Speaking of cumbersome, does the stroller fold and unfold easily? You will be juggling two young children at once, while folding and unfolding your stroller. It is essential to find a stroller that has an easy-to-use mechanism to open and close your stroller frame.

Although children are small, they require a lot of “stuff” to travel around town. Make sure you look for a stroller with some storage areas. A generously-sized storage basket on the bottom of a double stroller is a wonderful feature to consider, and will enable you to carry all the items both your children need.

What accessories on your stroller will make your life easier? Strollers have so many options today, including snack trays, cup holders, toy bars, IPod hookups, and so much more. Do some research and figure out what accessories you want on your double stroller.

Because your double stroller will be such a large purchase, make sure you choose a stroller that is well made with quality materials. The metal or aluminum frame of the stroller should be strong and stable. Also look for welded seams, tightly stitched seat covers and finished edges. Just remember, the best double stroller is the one that fits your lifestyle, is safe and comfortable, and fits within your budget. If you do a bit of research, you are sure to be happy with your double stroller purchase.

Here are some of our favorite double strollers available at Pure and Honest Kids.

DuoWalker Sky Double Stroller
$649.00
The DuoWalker SKY double stroller, double fun! Equipped with all the options a modern parent needs. From the three setting, including horizontal, adjustable buggy seat, to the two 12 inch, 360 degree swiveling wheel suspension, spacious shopping basket and adjustable handlebar, the DuoWalker SKY is the most complete double stroller around. The frame is extremely strong, lightweight aluminum and weighs (with wheels, seat and sun-canopy) only 13 kilograms. Extra large storage basket, 3 position seating, sun canopy, rain cover and bumper bar included.For larger families, this double stroller can be used for two infants, two toddlers or one infant and one toddler- so many combinations! Use both seats, a carrycot (sold separately) and buggy or two carrycots (sold separately). Anyway you use it, the DuoWalker SKY double stroller is user-friendly, safe and multi-functional.

Baby Planet Unity Sport Stroller
$319.00

From Baby Planet, this is a fabulous lightweight twin stroller for the family! An instant family favorite, the Unity Sport lightweight stroller in a classy unisex charcoal gray color scheme provides the greatest of strolling experiences for parents and children. The Unity Sport stroller from Baby Planet is the first of its kind to consider the parent and their pushing experience. The distinctively different 'Easy Steer' handle will feel more natural and improve maneuverability over traditional twin strollers. The 'Room-to-Walk' rear center wheel leaves more room for walking and offers the longest stride of any twin stroller currently available. Its sturdy construction and enhanced stability will hold up to all the challenges of your daily travel needs. Its distinctive style and tailoring keep it on the cutting edge of today's modern strollers. For more on the accessories and features of this stroller, click here.

With the recent concern of leaching chemicals, such as bisphenol-A (BPA), phthalates, PVCs and polycarbonates, found in plastic baby bottles, you may be looking for an alternative baby bottle for your darling little one.

Pure and Honest has the perfect bottle solution for you! Created by a feeding specialist and award-winning designer, the Babylife Wee Go Bottle is beautiful, stylish, safe, developmentally-appropriate, eco-friendly, and most importantly, BPA free! The bottles are not only functional, but modern and fun as well!

Available at Pure and Honest Kids, the Wee Go Baby Bottle is made of glass and is totally free of harmful chemicals found in many plastic bottles. Not only that, but the bottles have a new safety twist- the bottle is covered with a colorful silicone sleeve that will help protect the bottle from breakage. This silicone sleeve is also free of plastics and is 100% non-toxic. The sleeve provides a good gripping surface during feeding and also a fun tactile touch for your tot! The bottles and silicone sleeve are safe in both boiling water and in the dishwasher.

The plastic ring contains no poly-carbonates and is made of FDA-approved and food grade plastic, and is also recyclable. Because the bottle cap and ring are made of soft plastic that may not hold up to boiling temperatures, Wee Go Baby Bottles suggests that you hand-wash these parts.

This glass bottle is an excellent choice for many reasons. Glass bottles are made of natural material, easy to clean, and are great insulators. You also do not have to worry about scratching or wear and tear with glass bottles, like you do with plastic bottles, and glass is much better for the environment than plastic.

Babylife is the company responsible for the Wee Go Baby Bottles. Babylife was founded by Pam Marcus and Daren Edward Joy. After working with children for many years as a pediatric physical therapist, Pam saw that many infant products and toys were either designed poorly or had not changed in 20 years. She decided to work with Daren, an integrative designer, to create baby products that are eco-friendly as well as developmentally appropriate. A key component to Babylife’s mission is to educate parents and caretakers about issues that are important to the baby’s well-being.

Wee Go Baby Bottles also includes 100% silicone, non-toxic, latex-free nipples, but can be interchanged with other nipple brands.

There is nothing old fashioned about this bottle. It’s modern and stylish, and most important, it’s safe. You’ll be glad you made the switch to glass. Wee Go Baby Bottles were first released in October 2007, and have sold out many times due to its gaining popularity. They are back in stock at Pure and Honest Kids, and better than ever, so place your order today!

The Wee Go Baby Bottles holds 9 ounces (260ml) and comes in many wonderful sleeve colors, including pink, raspberry, orange, yellow, sky and ocean.

Each bottle is sold separately and all are available at Pure and Honest Kids for $18.00 a bottle.

Back to School!

Can you believe it? The start of the school year is right around the corner! Many children are on the hunt for the perfect backpack and we have a great solution for you! Check out these fantastic backpacks offered at Pure and Honest Kids.

In bright, vibrant colors with brown accent straps, this great kid-sized backpack features adjustable straps that extend from 20" to 38.5", an open pocket on the inside of the bag, and three additional zippered pockets on the front of the bag for carrying favorite things close at hand.

These stylish and well-constructed backpacks come in lime, ocean and berry!

Made of high quality, durable polyester. Zippered bag measures 11"x15".

For your younger children that still may get a rest time at school, also check out the Nap Mat at Pure and Honest Kids. Soft, yet lightweight and easy to carry, this foldable nap mat features an attached striped pillow, soft fabric handles and side Velcro tabs. Perfect for preschool, daycare and grade-school!

The Nap Mats come in pink, green and yellow stripes for the girls and blue and red stripes for the boys.

Baby Slings and Carriers from Pure and Honest Kids

Babywearing: Why You Should Do It and
What To Look For In a Baby Carrier

By: Molly Ridenhour, Pure and Honest Kids

Is Babywearing For You?
Babywearing is one of the oldest and most widely accepted parental practices in the world. Many highly acclaimed pediatricians have identified that babywearing is a good practice for little ones and provides benefits that unslinged babies do not receive.

For instance, a team off pediatricians in 1986 from Montreal concluded that babies who are carried in slings cry at least 40 percent less than those babies who are unslinged. To most moms, that’s reason enough to purchase a baby sling! The study also showed that babywearing helped reduce colic in infants as well.

Research also shows that babies worn in slings show more alertness, both visual and auditory, and absorb information much quicker. Because your baby is close to you when worn in a sling, he or she is not scared by loud noises, thus allowing them to absorb more sights and sounds around them. Babywearing also helps promote speech development, as babies are exposed to more conversations and sounds when held closely to their parents.

Another reason to consider babywearing is that your sweet little baby spent the first nine months of his or her life in your womb, and a baby sling closely mimics the feeling of being inside mom’s tummy. Your baby will feel safe and secure in your baby carrier, and it will promote a bond between parent and baby.

Lastly, using a baby sling or carrier can simply make life easier for you and your baby. It is a convenient way to breastfeed while caring for an older child, working or getting chores done around the house. It also is a great way to snuggle babies that liked to be held frequently, but it frees your hands to complete other tasks.

Choosing the Right Sling or Carrier:
At Pure and Honest Kids, we offer two wonderful slings and carriers for our customers.

Polkadot Papoose
The Polkadot Papoose is truly a baby sling for a modern mom. It is equally stylish and practical. It was designed by a freelance babywear designer with a vision for a product that would capture the hearts of sensible-yet-fashionable moms everywhere.

With a Polkadot Papoose, you take your measurements to be sure of a perfect fit. The folks at Polkadot Papoose know the importance of a correct fitting sling, and they want to make sure they get it right. To determine the correct size, measure from your shoulder to the opposite hipbone with a soft tape measure. Here’s a helpful tip- your sling measurement will usually correspond to your t-shirt size. Then simply order your size accordingly.

The Polkadot Papoose is 100 percent cotton, reversible and hand crafted. It comes with a binkie pocket, so you’ll always be sure to have that all important binkie readily available!

The Polkadot Papoose offers a wide variety of designer fabrics to suit almost any taste. At Pure and Honest Kids, we offer the following patterns: Elisa, Melanie, Sayuri, and Scarlett.

Another great feature about the Polkadot Papoose slings? A portion of every sale is
donated to Project Rescue, a charity which fights human trafficking and child exploitation in urban centers around the world.

The Polkadot Papoose is available at Pure and Honest Kids for $64.00.

PortaMee Baby Carrier
Another great carrier offered at Pure and Honest Kids is the PortaMee Carrier. Chic and easy to use, this awesome baby carrier is essential for active parents and busy caregivers. PortaMee is the exclusive baby carrier with ergonomic lumbar support to reduce back fatigue and discomfort. The side carrier allows caregivers the ability to maintain eye contact with your child, which will increase bonding.

The baby carrier by PortaMee is hands-free, stylish and constructed with fine fabrics with pockets for just about everything - your mobile devices, wallet, diapers and insulated detachable bottle holder. Leave your diaper bag at home when carrying your baby in a PortaMee Carrier and be truly hands free!

The carrier not only looks stylish, but it is very comfortable to wear and is well constructed. With a gel padded adjustable shoulder strap and waist straps, toy hook, and so much more, this baby carrier ultimately considers you and your child's comfort and safety first.

This carrier is designed for babies that can hold their head up unassisted and weigh between 15 - 35 lbs. While most carriers and slings are made for newborn babies only, the PortaMee Carrier is the next step. There is enough lumbar support in the PortaMee Carrier to hold your sweet toddlers, too. Also important to note, if you purchase a PortaMee Infant Headrest, also available at Pure and Honest Kids, babies as small as eight pounds (six weeks or older) can be carried in the PortaMee Carrier.

The PortaMee is made of a high quality nylon rainwear for the exterior and a soft micro-suede for the interior. Pure and Honest Kids offers the black carrier, as well as the brown and pink combination carrier.

The PortaMee Carrier is available at Pure and Honest Kids for $175.00.

Ride in Style with a Tuffet Too Shopping Cart Cover!

Your child can now ride in style (and comfort) with a Tuffet Too Shopping Cart Cover! This is a must–have from Pure and Honest Kids. It’s a great way to protect your child from dirty, germy shopping cart seats in a fun, fashionable way!

The Tuffet Too is definitely not your typical shopping cart cover. It is made from top quality fabrics and wonderfully yummy trims. This shopping cart cover is not only stylish, but safe and practical, too! With its own safety strap and buckle, just pop it in the cart and you're ready to shop. So strap your little one in and shop, shop, shop away!

Your baby will also love the thick padding of the cart cover. Very cozy and comfortable! Made from heavy canvas-like cotton and polyester/cotton blend fabrics, the cover is machine washable and very durable.

Pure and Honest Kids carries four wonderful patterns of the Tuffet Too, including Baby Stripe, Classy Plaid, Paisley Punch, and Pink Chocolate. Check them out now! Makes a great gift and don’t forget to add it to your Pure and Honest Kids GiftList registry!

$90.00

Boosty Yea!

From meals to haircuts, the uses are endless for Boosty Yea!'s Booster Chair. Available in several fun and colorful patterns, this super fun and functional booster seat is as stylish as it is practical. Laminated outer makes for easy clean–up too! Just wipe down the oil cloth fabric after each meal.

Hand made in California, cushy and colorful -- you'll get no arguments when it's time to belly up to the table with a Boosty Yea booster seat.

Your toddler will enjoy this chair for years. Great for at home or travel. You can also keep a few on hand for cousins and friends that visit. These vinyl covered booster seats would make a great birthday gift for that sweet little toddler in your life!

Comes in blue paisley, bouquet white, black diner, and red diner.
$68.00

Must-Have High Chair for the Modern Mom!

Looking for the perfect high chair that is stylish, modern and functional? Look no further than the Kuster K1 and K2 high chairs available at Pure and Honest Kids!

The Kuster K1 high chair ($250) is stylishly perfect for the contemporary home and perfectly practical for the modern child. Hard wearing and easy to clean, this chair grows with your child from around 6 months to 6 years.

This high chair has it all! Loaded with so many details, this high chair is made of high quality beechwood in the UK. With a single piece curved seat and high back that encourages good posture, this chair is also extremely comfortable. The foot rest easily adjusts to five positions and ultimately can be removed to use the chair with an older child. The adjustable tray, with dishwasher safe removable tray cover, makes it easy to get a squirmy baby in and out of the chair. The underneath storage basket is great for keeping favorite bibs, toys and books in too. A full 5 point safety harness with adjustable shoulder straps is included. This chair really makes mealtime fun and manageable!

The Kuster K2 high chair ($175) is also an oh-so modern high chair that is a must have for the contemporary home. This stylish Kuster K2 highchair is ergonomically designed, easy to clean and also grows with your child from around 6 months to 6 years. The beautiful beech wood K2 high chair shares many of the same features as the K1 high chair, such as full 5 point safety harness, adjustable, dishwasher safe tray and cover and underneath storage basket. The K2 just comes in a smaller, different style. The Kuster K2 high chair folds for storage or space saving in small kitchens and is easy to move around the house. Optional seat cushion (as shown) for both the K1 and K2 models sold separately.

What a great item to add to your Pure and Honest Kids GiftList!