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Shopping Cart Covers - Suddenly hot items!

2009-05-28T18:04:00.000-07:00

In the last 2-3 weeks we have seen a major increase in the number of orders for Shopping cart and high chair covers. We are not sure if the current flu scare has parents more concerned about protecting their babies and toddlers from potential germs that may be on public carts and seats or if our site has just been discovered as a great source for shopping cart covers...either way, we are glad to see it. When our little boy was smaller, we used one consistently....not just for the protection from germs, but also because it softened his surroundings, keeping the sharp edges and pinch-points out of the way.

If you are considering a cover, be sure to buy one that can be used for both shopping carts and commerical high chairs that are in most restaurants. There is no need to purchase two covers when one good one will take care of all your needs. Check out the selection of functional and fashionable covers that we have at Journey2Baby.com

Star Dance Faith Mini Backpack

2009-05-18T03:06:00.001-07:00

This is a great backpack. We found it at http://www.quiltedclassics.com and we have given a couple of them as graduation presents to some girls at churh....they love them. A lot of patterns to choose from, but a great way to show their faith. (via Quilted Classics)

Giving Back

2009-05-17T18:16:00.000-07:00

Amy and I are the parents to one very active 6 yr old boy. We feel very, very blessed that he runs around the house generally creating havoc and having fun. For a two week span right before his birth, we were not sure that he would be walking or running at all. During a routine ultrasound, a spinal defect was detected and diagnosed as spina bifida. After a couple of very frantic and scary days, it was determined that his defect, although a problem, would not result in any brain damage as is the case many times with spina bifida. However, we were told to expect nerve damage and to be prepared for the reality that he might not be able to walk. Many, many prayers were said by us and a large number of people around the us (prayer grapevines reach long distances and have many branches). When Coley was born, it was obvious that he could move his legs and should be able to walk. After some spinal surgery at 5 months, and some physical therapy for a couple of years, Coley is about as normal as 6 yr olds get. We truly count ourselves among those who have been blessed by God.

We have decided to make a contribution of 10% of all our sales at Journey2Baby.com to the Spina Bifida Association of America. This organization does a great job in the education of the general public about this birth defect. Our thanks to them and all those who volunteer in this wonderful organization.

Maternity Clothes

2009-05-17T14:38:00.000-07:00

Due to many requests from customers and potential customers, we decided to add a few maternity lines to our offerings. While making the decision to branch out to this new area, we tried to make sure that the new lines were also "unique" in the sense that they would not be something that is on every site or in every store in every town. We found exactly what we were looking for with [BUMP] Maternity wear. This line features dresses, tees, tanks, and pants...all with wonderful style and a flair for fun. Check out this new line of Maternity wear here.
As always, all orders over $100 ship free.
Let us know what you think of the new offering!

Top Baby Gifts of 2009

2009-04-23T18:06:00.000-07:00

Well...the first quarter of 2009 is already in the books. It is hard to believe that the year is moving along so quickly. We just wanted to take a minute and relate some of the hottest trends that we have seen in our sales so far in 2009.

1. Our biggest sellers continue to be the themed / Funny onesies. We are very fortunate to be a vendor for Snugfits onesies and they use quality products, have great variety, and the prices are among the best in this type of market. The biggest sellers so far this year have been the "Dude" and "Toothless and Ruthless" patterns. We did give some friends of ours the "Grande Finale" pink/black onesie at a baby shower last week and it was the hit of the shower. They have a 14 yr old girl and a 10 yr old boy...so they hope that this new addition is truly the "grand finale"!
Check out these wonderful baby shower gifts here.

2. The best selling new item has to be the Digital Pregnancy Scrapbook. This USB flash drive has preloaded software (PC only for now...sorry Mac users) that allows you to journal your pregnancy, capture photos, video, audio (it will be great to share what songs were popular in about 15 yrs!), and it is loaded with questionaires, polls, etc. We have been amazed at how popular these have been with our customers. Check them out...they are on sale till 4/30/09.

3. Always one of our more popular items are the shopping cart / high chair covers. We have a great selection of these and they truly do help protect your baby from so many germs and also from the hard/sharp edges on many shopping carts. We would not have left home without ours when our little boy was a baby. Makes a Great baby shower gift. View our selection.

Check back often as we are always adding more product lines to our store. We have just added the very popular Baby K'tan baby slings and within the next week, we will be adding Babylegs arm and leg warmers.

Choose a thoughtful, useful gift from our selection of unique baby gifts at Journey2Baby.com

New Product Alert - Organic Crib Mattresses

2009-03-07T17:49:00.000-08:00

Most mattresses are made of PVC, polyester, foam. They are then doused with flame-retardant chemicals and PBDE's. These chemicals have been banned by the state of California and this ban was emplemented in 2008. There are legitimate reasons for this ban. We at Journey2Baby.com understand that you would not want your infant sleeping on these chemicals. You can buy organic and guarantee that your baby will not be exposed to chemicals that have been proven to reduce breathing and are implicated in SIDS. Your baby spends many, many hours sleeping on their crib mattress...breathing the chemicals that escape from all PVCs and Foam products. To research further just go online and search for PBDE's.
Check out the Organic Crib Mattress selection that we now have available on Journey2Baby.com.

As always, orders over $100 ship free, so these can be delivered to your door with no shipping charges.

New Product Announcement - Digital Pregnancy Scrapbook

2009-03-02T19:16:00.000-08:00

We are very pleased to announce that we have just added an incredible new product to our line. This Digital Pregnancy Scrapbook Capsule is an innovative product that allows a couple to capture the "Journey2Baby" pregnancy in photos, video, music, journals, and more. This amazing software is loaded on a 4GB designer flash drive that works on all PC based computers. Because it is USB based and the software does not have to be dowloaded, it eliminates restrictions of working on one computer. You can use it on any computer that is Windows based.

This "No download" software gives you more freedom and time to capture the things you want to remember when they come to mind.

Check out this wonderful new product at "Digital Pregnancy Scrapbook" in our online store, http://www.journey2baby.com/

Organic Baby - Why it makes sense

2009-02-17T17:19:00.000-08:00

There is so much in the news these days about going "green" and "organics". If you are an expectant or new parent, I am sure that you have seen many organic products for your baby. However, does it really make a difference to raise an "organic baby"? When our little boy was born, we tried to use organic products as part of our routine, but I never really understood why.
Over the past couple of months, we have began adding organic baby products to our lines. During this time, I have read more and I now understand why this movement is so important to our babies and to our environment.
Here are just a few nuggets of information that I have become aware of:

Over 60% of babies currently suffer from diaper rash in their first twelve months. This has increased from 7% to 60% since the advent of conventional disposable diapers. It is shown in studies that babies using organic cotton diapers are much less likely to suffer from this painful rash.

Conventional Cotton represents less than 4% of all crops grown worldwide, but is responsible for over 25% of the chemical pesticides and fertilizers. In the US alone, over 750 million pounds of these chemicals will be introduced into the environment just as a result of cotton farming. Half of these chemicals used in traditional cotton farming are potential or known carcinogens.

Organic Cotton is a crop grown naturally..using methods and materials that have a low or no impact on the environment. It is grown without the use of toxic pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. The organic cotton plant is also free of genetically engineered seeds.

These few tidbits of information should be enough to convince you to make a small effort to improve your buying habits.....protect your organic baby and the environment at the same time!

Eco Friendly Baby Products

2008-12-25T18:28:00.000-08:00

Journey2Baby.com is pleased to announce the addition of Ja*Lu Organics to our site. Ja*Lu makes Bibs, Burpies, and several styles of blankets....all from certified 100% organic cotton. These products are stylish and offer you the comfort of knowing that the fabric is entirely organic in nature...no harsh chemical treatments that may cause irritation to your babies sensitive skin. Check out these soft, comfortable, and smart products at our new "Organic Baby" section at Journey2Baby.com.

Check back often as we plan to expand our offering of organic products including bamboo, cotton, and naturally dyed items.

2008-12-24T02:58:00.000-08:00

Teething Bling - Great New Product

2008-10-13T17:56:00.000-07:00

We are pleased to add to our offerings a new line of teething jewelry. Everyone who has had a baby understands that when they start teething, they will grab anything to ease the discomfort. This usually includes necklaces, keys, hands, etc. Our new line of Teething Jewelry keeps a safe and comfortable product at hand to make you and your baby feel at ease.

These wonderful products are made from a food-safe, phthalate-free, federally-approved silicone and come in a variety of shapes and sizes including donut pendants, heart pendants, keychains, and bangle bracelets. Also offered are gift sets in a few of the patterns so you can give very unique baby gifts at the next baby shower.

As always, here at Journey2Baby.com, shipping is free on any orders over $100.

2008-09-22T04:13:00.000-07:00

Victorian Heart Quilts have a reputation as the best made and highest quality cotton quilts available. We are proud to annouce the addition of Victorian Heart Crib Sets to our site. These sets are fun, fashionable, and perhaps most importantly, affordable. Each Victorian Heart Crib Set includes a Toddler Throw (48" by 36"), Crib Sheet, Crib Bumper Set, and a Crib Skirt. These items are made of 100% cotton (with the exception of the filling...which is 100% polyfill) and are soft and comfortable for all babies.

Victorian Heart Crib Sets come in a variety of patterns suitable for both boys and girls...and several that are gender neutral so they can be given as a unique baby gift at any shower...even if you don't know if the couple is having a boy or girl!

Matching accessories available include a very functional crib organizer and valances to complete the nursery.

Check out the Victorian Heart Crib Sets here!

As Always, all orders on Journey2Baby.com over $100 include FREE SHIPPING.

New Product Line

2008-09-13T07:15:00.000-07:00

We are proud to announce the addition of Gro-Bag Baby and Infant Sleeping Bags/Sleep Sacks.

These Sleep Sacks have been a popular item in Europe for over 25 years and they help keep your baby covered all night , even if your baby tosses and turns throughout the night. Baby sleeping bags are much safer and more comfortable than traditional baby bedding. These “wearable blankets” help to keep your baby comfortable and warm throughout the night, which means better sleep for them and more sleep for you!
These Grobag® brand baby sleeping bags are available in a wide variety of sizes and designs to suit boys and girls, as well as unisex versions.

Why use baby sleeping bags?

Keeps baby covered and warm all night long.

No more loose crib bedding that can get tangled and wake up your baby.

Comfort and warmth for baby, peace of mind and more sleep for you!

Check out these baby sleeping bags today!

As Always on Journey2Baby.com, all orders over $100 include Free Shipping!

2008-09-06T05:19:00.000-07:00

We wanted to let you know that we have just added a new line of Onesies and Lap Tees to our selection of unique baby gifts. These onesies and tees are 100% cotton and can be purchased in a variety of sizes...ranging from 0-3 months up to 24 months. They also are available in a wide variety of colors.
Show off your babies personality and style with such onesies as "Toothless and Ruthless", "Chick Magnet", "Diapered Diva", "Chunky Monkey" , and "Jesus Loves Me".

As always, we offer free shipping for all orders over $100. Also, through the end of September 2008, we are offering 10% off all purchases as part of our Grand Opening Celebration. You can visit the site through this link to get this special offer - Journey2Baby.com

Grand Opening of Our New Store

2008-08-29T18:25:00.000-07:00

We want to welcome you to Journey2Baby.com!

We are Kelly and Amy Smith and this store has been a dream of ours for a long time. We are very proud to present an ever-changing and growing collection modern and stylish items for babies and toddlers. Our goal is to provide items that help make the transition from expectant parent to parent as easy as possible. Some of our most popular items are Car Seat Covers, Infant Clothing, and some really great infant and baby hats that are sure to be the hit of any baby shower.

Our Grand Opening Celebration is going on now through the end of September. We are offering 10% off all purchases during this exciting time. As always, all purchases over $100 will include free shipping.

Please just visit our store through this link to get the 10% off pricing - Journey2Baby.com

Check back often, as we will be adding more products to our site daily.

Welcome To Journey2Baby.com

2008-08-25T11:59:00.000-07:00

Journey2Baby.com offers unique collection of modern baby gear, adorable baby gifts, and trendy yet stylish clothing for baby and tots!