What I like/need right now

This is primarily a baby post.  So I totally understand if you are not interested and click away.

You may do so now.......

OR you do you want to just check it out.  New niece or nephew... ??
Another annoying friend with a kid that you have to buy a gift for this weekend??

Here we go:

Gaiam Balance Ball Chair is the way to go for the cheaper alternative to a rocker and of course you can bounce the time away on this thing...  It may not be pretty but it is a game changer for late nights and your BACK!

Skip Hop's Farmyard Activity Mat has been great for my little one's tummy time.

Flensted Mobiles are unbelievable.  You can order a selection online at places like giggle or
all modern.

Petit Bateau is ON SALE.  Go forth and shop for your little one.  Prices are great.

This Gentle Giraffe  sound machine has already saved me from the gardeners working next door and masive construction on our street.  Crank this thing up and let the baby fall asleep.  Thank You Cloud B.

Under the Nile makes these great soft teething veggie plush toys.  They come in a small crate and basket.  Little man is already into the carrot and beans!

For Mama:
Best gift to myself Aesop products.  When you are able to steal five minutes for a shower their body cleansers are a dream.  Currently enjoying their Geranium Leaf.  You can find them at their site or Barney's.

Sarah x

The Passy

Happy and Healthy New Year to all my friends out there... It was a fun filled holiday with family out here in LA. The little man enjoyed his cousins and long stroller naps walking on the beach in Santa Monica.

Thought I would share my love of the Pacifier clip.  Now let me start by saying I was not into giving Sonny a pacifier at first.  I thought it was not natural blah blah blah.  That went out the window when I realized my kid is a sucker.  So unless I was ready to breastfeed all day/night I was prepared to have him use one.  I had yet to see any clips I liked that were just a simple way to make sure the damn thing does not fall on the ground every two seconds.

I think I literally Googled "pacifier clips" and came across the site Baby Bintz
They sell some elaborate ones with beads but also carry simple pieces of ribbon (and yes if I had the time I am sure I could make these).  But, instead I turn to the all powerful and mighty Internet to help me.

Hope your 2012 is off to a good start.  I personally am glad they caught the balding yet has a ponytail (please explain??) man starting car fires all over my neighborhood.

Sarah x

Cinch it up...

Feeling these belts from MADEWELL.  I got the blue suede one above (also got a snazzy leopard one that seems to only be available in store).  These guys are helping me out with my current clothes situation.  Baby time has made me re-think most of my current clothing choices.

Speaking of babies..my man is 2 months old.  We are heading to NY soon.  I am sure I will enlighten you all with some baby/food/holy crap NYC with a kid travel post.

Until then have a great start to your December....

Sarah x

FASHION FAV

While heading to Barney's (for a By Terry lip gloss pick me up) I just HAD TO go to the co-op section.  I stumbled upon a brand I had not heard or seen before....L'Agence.
Could I be super out of the loop? Maybe?  I have been dealing with spit up and burps.

I would say the clothes are a Phillip Lim mash up.

Pricey but pretty.  Dresses and other casual pieces.
Check them out...just stunning.

Sarah x

Soooo in my ongoing search for snack foods I found these at whole foods.
Somersaults are made with sunflower seeds and other grains.
Crunchy and delicious.  They pack some serious protein and fiber.

Honestly, I have only tasted the sea salt flavor but they have an assortment of others like salty pepper and a sweet one with dutch cocoa.

Look at their website for a store locator or you can always find them online.
Stay healthy and snack all you want!

Sarah x

Lacquer Love

Lacquered tray for organizing?  Check.
Baby room, guest room or next to your own damn bed.
Saw these trays in all different colors from WEST ELM.
The yellow is delightful.
Easy purchase for under $25

Sarah x

Burp...

Ahhh mom stuff.
Also good baby gift stuff.
I am pushing forward making it through long nights and lots of diaper changes.

Currently have a sleeping baby so I decided to jump to the computer for an update.
A great gift from a family member who lives in Florida.  Personalized burp clothes.
One of those gifts that you would never buy for yourself but when you get it you are thrilled! Chad and Jake is based in Boca Raton.  A nice family run company making all kinds of personalized goodies for babies and kids.  The size and thickness of these clothes are great.  Also you can pick different color for texts and fonts.

In the photo above is also the aden + anais swaddle blankets.  These are the gift that keep on giving.  My sister in law just said she used to make them into a sling for breast feeding/carrying, but also still using them for all my niece and nephews (ages 8, 6 and 3) as an extra blanket. 

Hope everyone is enjoying the fall.  It is currently 90 degrees outside so I can't imagine trees changing colors and pumpkin carving right now....

Sarah xx