Because Babies MUST Play With Your iPhone

There are some things that just don't mix well: babies and your precious iPhone, for one. 




Well NOT anymore.  Because Fisher-Price® believes in starting them young, they came out with the ingenious Baby iCan Play Case.  It's a baby-proof case that fits snugly on your iPhone, protecting it from drools, accidental drops, and scratches. 




The Baby iCan Play Case also features a baby-friendly ergonomic rubber grip on either side (with colorful rattles thrown in), and a home button shield so baby doesn't inadvertently send emails and conduct business conferences behind your back.




For baby-friendly, educational apps your toddler can have endless fun with, head on to the Fisher-Price® website to download free Laugh & Learn apps for your iPhone.




The Baby iCan Play Case sells for $14.99.  But at least your techie baby is happy, and you have peace of mind.

How to Buy a Safe Stuffed Toy for Your Baby (and Have Peace of Mind)

Beware of the used stuff toy.

Remember that episode in House where germ-laden stuffed toys were the cause of a series of baby sickness in the hospital?  

Beware of the dangerous stuffed toy.

But, fret not.  It's still OK to buy your favorite cuddly teddy bear or cutest stuffed penguin and be safe from harm.  How to choose the perfect stuffed toy?

1.  Never buy a used stuffed toy.   

That rare vintage Smurfs stuffed toy or limited edition Raggedy Ann or the last existing Dora the Explorer doll on earth may look tempting--but only if it's going to go to your shelves collection.  If baby is going to play with the stuffed toy, ideally you should buy them new.  Remember, you have no idea where the used stuffed animal came from or what it's been through, so instead of taking chances, just buy a brand new toy your baby can form lasting memories with.


2. Don't just go after looks.  It may be the most adorable thing in the whole wide world, but don't just plotz with glee yet.  Never buy a stuffed toy just because you like the way it'd look in your baby's arms or in your baby's room.  Even if it's the coolest character from the latest Disney or Pixar movie, ask the store clerk if that toy is suitable for your kid's age.

3. Check age recommendations.  This is important because sometimes we assume it's just a lousy stuffed animal, so it's automatically okay for my baby.  But that kind of belief is far from the truth.  That's why toy manufacturers place age recommendations on their products, and that's why you should go by them.

4.  Inspect the toy carefully.   Particularly the seams, the eyes, nose, and any other attached parts.  Check for fine workmanship.  Gently tug the parts to see if they will come off easily.  Remember, babies and kids are notorious tuggers and pullers.  A poorly-sewn stuffed toy might easily come apart.  Not cute at all.  

5. Opt for hypo-allergenic.  Even if your precious baby is not susceptible to asthma, it's still a good idea to give him or her a hypo-allergenic stuffed animal just to be on the safe side.  Remember that babies and kids like to cuddle their beloved toys all day, or even sleep beside them, so you really can't go wrong with hypo-allergenic.

6. Check for wires.  Yes, some toys have wires in them to help the parts keep their shape, such as ears or tails.  Wires like these can poke out of their casing and pose danger to your baby and kids.  So it's probably a good idea to just stick with the pure stuffed toys, with no wires at all.

7. Make sure it is washable..   Yeah, that House episode again.  Everytime toddlers picks up their favorite stuffed animal, they're actually exposing themselves to a host of germs and microbes.  So now we know that the thick fur and down of stuffed toys are a veritable breeding ground for these bad bacteria, even those nasty dust mites, we'll be more encouraged to wash them more often.  So buy a stuffed toy that's okay to wash, whether by hand or machine.  

Some stuffed toys however are surface-wash-only, while others have electronics embedded in them, so check the manufacturer's warnings and recommendations on how to clean the stuffed toy.

How do you safely wash your kid's stuffed toy?   

1. Place the toy inside an old pillowcase and knot it tightly.  
2.Wash on gentlest cycle.
3. Rinse twice.  
4. On the final rinse, you might like to add a cup of vinegar, to effectively get rid of all soap residue (Don't worry, it won't smell funny when it dries).  
5. Air-dry, or much better, dry under the sun.
6. Use a gentle brush to restore the fluff.

Top Selling Baby Toys on Amazon

Top Sellers on Amazon



Sophie the Giraffe is the most popular teether among parents. It's ranked as the #1 bestsellers in the Baby items on Amazon. And it's been ranked in the top 100 Baby Products for 174 days.

Here's the description of Sophie the Giraffe from the manufacturer:

Sophie the Giraffe, full of discoveries and activities to awaken baby's senses. Sight: The dark and contrasting spots all over Sophie the Giraffe's body provide visual stimulation and make her easily recognizable to baby. She soon becomes a familiar and reassuring objet. Hearing: Her squeaker keeps baby amused, stimulates his hearings, and helps him to understand the link between cause and effect. Taste: Sophie the Giraffe is very flexible and has lots of parts for baby to chew like ears, horns, legs. She is perfect for soothing baby's sore gums when teething and is completely safe. Made of 100% natural rubber and food paint. Touch: Sophie the Giraffe is perfect for baby's small hands. She is very light and her long legs and neck are easy for baby to grip. She is very soft to touch, just like baby's mummy, stimulating soothing physiological and emotional responses. Smell: The singular scent of natural rubber from Have tree makes Sophie the Giraffe very special and easy for your child to identify amid all his other toys. Phthalates and BPA free.



Baby Einstein Takealong Tunes Product Features:
Large easy press button toggles through 7 high quality classical melodies
Colorful lights dance across the screen to each song
Colorful Baby Einstein caterpillar handle is easy for little hands to hold and take anywhere
Off/Low/High volume switch
Promotes auditory development and music appreciation






Star Kids Snack & Play Travel Tray Product Features
Car seat tray provides flat, safe area to eat and play
Fits most booster seats; buckles around children, car seats, and strollers
Soft, durable, 100% nylon; soft foam reinforcement folds on impact
Includes 2 large side pockets and 2-inch wall stop
Recommended for on-the-go families



Munchkin Two Snack Catchers Features:
Domed container holds 9 oz. of dry snacks.
Protective bottom keeps tabletops scratch-free.
A place to write child's name on the bottom.
Contains 2 Snack-Catchers.
Assorted gender-neutral colors
Product Description
No more spilled snacks on the floor or car seat! Our clever Snack Catcher cup keeps bite-sized snacks inside the container until little fingers pull them out. Even if it tips over! The soft flaps make it easy to access and the little finger cleaning bumps are a special plus for keeping nearby surfaces cleaner. This is one snack holder that will catch your attention and keeps messes to a minimum.





Munchkin Mozart Magic Cube
Ideal for children of all ages! Create original music from 5 different instruments, French horn, flute, piano, violin and harp or play music from eight Mozart compositions. Large colorful buttons light up to the tempo of the music. Soft, rounded corners make it easy for a baby to hold. Batteries included.