Accessories · Furniture

Wooden Whale Crate

I’ve been rooting for Bannor Toys for two years now. When I was in the thick of my nautical nursery obsession, their wood whale toy box came into my life. Despite it being on back order, it was worth waiting for! A smaller version is now available on Amazon: Whale Mini Crate Toy Box Storage… Continue reading Wooden Whale Crate

Furniture · Play

Personalized Puzzle Stool

Grandparents give the best gifts! This wooden name puzzle doubles as a step stool, but for now is just the right height for a toddler table. As if that wasn’t enough, I flipped it over to see the mark of Damhorst Toys, a company that’s been making personalized puzzle stools in Southern California since the… Continue reading Personalized Puzzle Stool

Feeding · Furniture

Heavy Duty High Chair

When I initially came across Keekaroo’s made in the USA high chairs, I was biased towards the design. (They are very attractive, especially compared to the plastic jungle out there.)  I also knew that the impermeable seat cushion would be nice and easy to wipe down.  But it wasn’t until I had a toddler on… Continue reading Heavy Duty High Chair

Furniture · Sleeping

Crib Mattress

Since babies spend a good chunk of their time sleeping, investing in a high quality crib mattress helps mom & dad sleep at night, too. Colgate makes their mattresses right in Georgia, and this particular one is both GREENGUARD Gold certified and uses CertiPUR-US certified safe foam: Colgate Eco Classica III Dual firmness Eco-Friendlier Crib… Continue reading Crib Mattress

Furniture

Nursery Furniture

While in nesting mode, I searched high and low for furniture that wouldn’t off-gas or use questionable varnishes. I was pleasantly surprised to find a handful of preschool supply companies that created furniture for little ones with safe finishes. Vermont-based Whitney Brothers stood out because they’re GREENGUARD Gold certified, and have a wide selection. I… Continue reading Nursery Furniture