This line of T’s and Onesies are fashionable “pre-stained” clothes. The initial line includes activity tees, foody tees, onesies and bibs (priced from $14-$20).

With names like, Dirt Haulin’ Tee, Birthday Cake Eatin Tee, Coloring Tee, and Make Up Testin Tee, Progeny has covered every dirty situation that your child can get into.

GIVEAWAY: 1 lucky reader will win a My Dirty Birdie T-shirt (size and color of your choosing)

To enter our giveaway please e-mail us at giveaways@growingyourbaby.com , with the subject ‘ Dirty Birdie Giveaway’ and the T you like the best.

Giveaway closes Thursday September 4th, 2008

Giveaway Rules

I promptly ordered the “Conner” camouflage running shoe in size 29 (US size 12) and the adorable “Giselle” Mary Jane style shoe in chocolate brown with polka dots, for my 18-month-old niece. The new “Flex” line offers the same quality, comfort and style as the “Original” Pediped line with the exception of their new flexible, skid-resistant rubber soles, arch supports and customizable insoles (perfect since my son isn’t quite into size 12 yet!).

They have also been recognized by the American Podiatric Medical Association as promoting quality foot health, something incredibly reassuring for parents who are trying to find the best footwear possible for their pre-schoolers.

My son loves his new Pediped “Flex” shoes so much he wears them everywhere. I love them because they are stylish, good for his feet, and because he can slip them on easily himself. They are appropriate for both indoor and outdoor use and come in a variety of cool colours and styles for boys (not to mention the super-cute options for girls!).

I have already ordered my son a pair of “Flex” sandals for the summer months and can’t wait for them to arrive. I’m also planning to get a pair that he can take to school with him in September as his “indoor” shoes. They will take him from the classroom to the gym in style and comfort and I won’t have to worry about him having trouble changing his shoes by himself. Of course, when my baby girl outgrows her “Originals”, I will be looking to keep her feet developing healthfully and fashionably in the Pediped “Flex” line as well.

So, I guess the only question I have for Pediped at this point is: When are you coming out with a line of cute and comfy shoes for adults???

GIVEAWAY!! – We are giving away 2 pairs of these fabulous shoes. To enter please email us at giveaways@growingyourbaby.com with the title ‘Pedipeds’.

*Growing Your Baby readers can use promotion code hapr08 for free shipping on orders at www.pediped.com*

Contest Rules and Details:

1. North American Residents of the 48 states and Canada’s 10 provinces and 3 Territories may enter only. Unfortunately we cannot ship to Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam or Alaska.
2. One Entry Applicant. Any duplicate entries will void all entries by that entrant.
3. Contest Closes Friday May 2nd, 2008 at 10pm Eastern time
4. No cash or substitution will be issued.
5. The winner is responsible for any duty and/or taxes associated with receipt the prize.
6. Once the winner has been notified, they will have 2 days to respond. If we do not hear from them in that time a second name will be drawn.
7. The winner will be asked to provide their first and second choices.

The Teach Me Time! Talking Alarm Clock comes in a kid-friendly design that resembles a little creature with feet. The clock comes in white and includes interchangeable faceplates in blue, pink and yellow. The face of the clock features backlit LCD with both analog and digital displays and the body of the clock has an LED nightlight that glows yellow with an optional green glow (signalling an appropriate wake-up time for little ones). The “feet” are kid-friendly buttons, one of which controls the nightlight while the other announces the time. More sophisticated parental controls are cleverly hidden in a concealed panel at the back of the clock. Other features include an interactive, talking game to help school age children compare digital and analog time, and a traditional alarm clock with snooze feature as your child’s needs evolve.

My son has recently expressed an interest in our analog kitchen clock AND his nightlight had burnt out a few days before the clock arrived… it couldn’t have come at a better time! We were very excited to set it up in his bedroom and see what it could do. He turned the nightlight off and on several times but, of course, he loved the button that controlled the voice the most. The announcer’s voice is clear and pleasant with adjustable volume. My son loved the game and took pride in repeating “AM” and “PM”, something we hadn’t focused on before. It encouraged my son and I to talk about aspects of digital and analog time by providing a visual/audio aid that truly captured his attention.

Once I had a chance to be alone with the clock, I settled into figuring out the parental controls. The instructions were clear and simple. I set the nightlight feature to turn on at his bedtime, turn green at an appropriate wake-up time, and then turn off one hour later. I told my son about the special nightlight and tucked him into bed, filled with excitement. The next morning he came bounding into my room, eagerly dragging me back to see the clock, thrilled that the green light had told him it was ok to get up.

So far, the Teach Me Time! Talking Alarm Clock has proven to be not only a handy nightlight that can visually tell my son when it is ok to wake, but also a great teaching tool that has sparked a genuine interest in telling time for my little guy. As a parent, I appreciate the soft LED light, which has seamlessly replaced his former nightlight but more importantly, I love the fact that my three and a half year old son is beginning to draw parallels between digital and analog time. The Teach Me Time! Talking Alarm Clock is an innovative teaching tool that will grow with your child as his/her time-telling needs and abilities evolve.

The Teach Me Time! Talking Alarm Clock ($39.95) will be available for purchase on May 5th. Parents who would like to pre-order theirs can do so at the company’s official site.

Inspired by cute baby chicks, this chair was designed for kids aged 2 through 6.

The parts come flat packed for shipping and are easily assembled by fitting the slots together. All edges are rounded for safety and a safe, shellac finish is applied. Available in colors below or clear finish.

Made of Birch Plywood.

I found them at spunkysprout for $210ea

The otto table and chair set is suitable for kids aged 18 months and up. It features a clean, modern design with two sliding art-and-play trays that hide underneath when not in use.

It is available in shades of cultivated stylewood and an version with optional centre panel in vibrant colours.

Dads will appreciate that there is no assembly required.

No price provided. Please visit bloom’s site for more information.

Other products we have featured from this company:

Adiri bottles more closely replicate the tactile bonding experience of breastfeeding than any other bottle.

The Natural Nurser Ultimate Bottle is made from 100% polycarbonate-free materials that warm to a child’s cheek, like a breast, when filled with warm milk. A patented nipple design helps alleviate nipple confusion for breastfeeding babies.

This bottle encourages the same type of open-mouthed latching that is required for breastfeeding, making bottle and breastfeeding more easily interchangeable.

A cover protects it from getting dirty and keeps the nipple from leaking during transport. The nurser comes in three stages for three different flow rates. Each stage holds 8 oz. of fluid and is dishwasher safe.

Due to popularity, Adiri is currently experiencing high levels of interest and are increasing productivity to keep up with demand.

Available in 2 colours – 1 bottle is $12.50, 3/35.50 Visit Adiri.com for more information.

On my list of criteria for the perfect wagon was:

• storage
• seat belts (our guy is a bit of a climbing monkey)
• shade/canopy
• not too heavy/hard to pull
• room for more than one child (just in case another one arrives the next year or so)

I am happy to report that the Step 2 Safari Wagon fits my list of needs to a T and then some.

On top of meeting all of my requirements, this sturdy, green wagon also has dual cup holders, a compartment for small items such as keys, high seat backs for added comfort and safety plus the option to hook on an extra Tag-Along Trailer(sold extra).

It is offered in two colours red and green and is available at step2.com for $129