The black hoodie (or “zippy” as my Irish friends would call it) is embellished with blue-green, jersey ruffles and is just darling.  It comes in sizes 3-6months to a Youth 12.  (I’m going to work on that adult size…)  They come pre-shrunk, so it’s best to order a size larger than normal.  The ruffled zip up hoodie retails for $34 and can be purchased on b. children’s wear’s etsy site along with some other adorablely, unique items like onesies and t-shirts.  Plus, if you place an order of more than $50 by the end of October with b. children’s wear you will receive free shipping!

A sample of this product was provided for review on Mommies with Style.

TummyTub is said to help calm colicky babies.  I received my tub after my little one was past her bout of colic, but judging by her enjoyment of the tub in later months, I’m sure it would have helped us during some sleepless nights.  We did have some successes with the TummyTub, though.  Water stayed warmer longer since there’s less surface area exposed, we could use it anywhere…not necessarily in the sink or bathtub, and clean up was a breeze!  It was super easy to travel with as well and even served as an extra container to pack baby’s things – something that’s always a plus when traveling with a little one!  My little one loves bathtime and has progressed to the tub, but TummyTub is suggested for toddlers up to 2 years old.  Yep, up to 2 years old!  I know when you look at that little tub you wouldn’t think that even an 8 month old could fit in there, but I assure you that they can.  You can read all about the benefits for every age on TummyTub’s site.

TummyTub retails for $42 and can be purchased directly from the TummyTub website or from retailers around the world.  The company has also designed a Two-Step Stool that allows you to sit comfortably in a chair while bathing baby in the TummyTub and can then be converted to a step stool or seat for your child as they get older.

TummyTub provided a product sample for review on Mommies with Style.

“Stop wasting time trying to find good wine from a sea of unknown labels.  Now, with a little help from some friends, you can get award-winning, limited-production wine delivered to your door!”

For just $35.95 per month plus $13 in shipping and handling, you’ll receive an armchair tasting and tour of an artisan, “mom and pop” California winery including:

• Two bottles of limited-production wine
• The Uncorked newsletter featuring wine tips, tasting notes and recipes
• A copy of The Sipping Point and a wine tote with your first order
• Big savings on the wines you love: reorder and save up to 50% off normal retail
• Plus much, much more!

And each bottle is guaranteed to be one you love.  If it’s not, they’ll replace it with something you do love!  You can choose your shipments to include a red and white bottle, two reds or two whites.  You can also schedule shipments as gifts in any monthly increment you desire.

I guess the most important part to tell you is that this wine is actually really good!  My shipment included Sylvester Vineyard’s 2008 Kiara Sauvignon Blanc and the 2007 Syrah.  The real judge was my husband and although he was skeptical, he really enjoyed both bottles!  When ordering, enter the code “style” and you’ll receive an extra bottle with your first shipment!  It’s a great deal for any mom!

A sample was sent for review on Mommies with Style.

Sizes start at newborn and go up to pre-teen, but you can also special order adult sizes (they’re so beautiful you just may want one for yourself!). I’m planning to order a few for birthday gifts, though they’d also make great Christmas presents.   They even offer some cute boy styles so that no one is left out.  The hats are very reasonabley priced, starting at $20.00.  Plus, mention Mommies with Style when you order to receive 20% off!

HeartSmiles is giving away a hat to one lucky Mommies with Style reader.  Simply leave a comment about what makes your heart smile.  A winner will be selected at random at the end of the month.

HeartSmiles provided a sample for review on Mommies with Style.

The Zebra Tutu sample that I received is flashy and fun with hot pink, white and black tulle and adorned with ribbon and a flower clip (which can be used as an adorable hair clip).  It’s stretchy enough to fit through several different  sizes, so it should last us for quite awhile.  And you can get a matching headband to match! 

Another fun item that Too Too Cute offers is their pettiskirts.  Created with layers upon layers of frilly, silky fabric, these pettiskirts are so beautiful.  They’re so pretty and fun that I wish they offered one in my size!  Available in deep purple, bright fuchsia, princess pink, red, canary yellow, brown leopard and zebra pink, they are sure to look stunning in any photo of your little cutie.

The tutus and pettiskirts are available on Too Too Cute’s website along with bloomers, hats, bows and many other adorable items.  These make great gifts for any little girl in your life!  The best part is that prices for tutus start at just $17.00.  Plus, if you order by 8/31/10 you can use the coupon code Mommies15 and receive 15% off!

Precious & Few currently offers three gowns:

• * the “Embroidered Gown” - a frilly gown with lots of lace trim
• * the “Heirloom Coat Dress” – a vintage-inspired pleated coat dress with cotton slip
• * the “Rosebuds and Lace” – a simple gown with cap sleeves and a few lace details

All three are beautifully crafted in either white linen or ivory silk and made in the US.  Inspired by an old Irish heirloom, Precious & Few was launched to offer beautiful gowns that could be passed down through a family, creating a new tradition.

My mother-in-law created my husband’s christening gown from her wedding dress – a very sweet and sentimental idea.  However, for those of us who aren’t as handy with a sewing machine or just couldn’t bear to cut up her wedding dress (it takes my breath away just thinking about it!), then Precious & Few offers gowns that are just as breathtaking (if not more). 

The christening gowns are offered in two different sizes (3 months or 6 months) and are all 37″ long.  Prices start at $295, and while this may seem a little steep, just think of how long this gown will last.  I definitely plan on passing this along through my family.  One other tradition in my family that I plan to continue is the embroidering of the baby’s name on the gown.  Each child that’s been baptized in it will have their name and birthdate embroidered along the bottom hem.  Gianna’s will be the first on this Precious & Few gown, but I’m sure not the last!

A Precious & Few product sample was provided for review on MWS.

Made from snuggly, soft fabric, the Bestever mats are perfect for getting in that extra tummy time.  Of course since the giraffe is so soft and silky, Gianna tries to eat it every time she is on her belly. I learned pretty quickly that the mats are machine washable.  And they wash really well.  After the mat air dries I fluff out the plush fabric and it looks brand new.

The mats are offered in a variety of animals, including monkeys, bears, frogs and cats and are all 31″ long.  Bestever mats can be purchased directly from their site on Amazon.com or Toys ‘R Us for between $40 and $50.  These mats make great shower gifts, but could also be given as birthday gifts.  Toddlers could easily use a Bestever floor mat for watching TV, coloring, or any other floor activity.  And they’re just so darn cute!

A product sample was provided for review on Mommies with Style.

With a WrapADoodle you don’t have to wind any fabric round and round the baby; just simply tuck her in the fabric pocket and tie together the sides for an instant swaddle.  Each WrapADoodle is made to fit babies up to 4 months, though since Gianna is such a peanut she was able to fit well into her 5th month.  Hers is made of the cutest brown cotton flannel covered in colorful animals – the Whales, Fish, Turtles, Giraffes design.  In fact, each WrapADoodle is made with 100% cotton flannel and there are 9 adorable prints from which to choose.  And they wash wonderfully well!

You can also order a matching BurpADoodle burp cloth made of the exact fabric as the WrapADoodle.  BurpADoodles are a great size burp cloth that look a heck of a lot cuter on your shoulder than the white cloth diapers which most of us resort to.  They are sold individually or as a gift set.

WrapADoodles can be ordered directly from their website for $39.99 and make great baby shower gifts.  Mention Mommies with Style when you order and you’ll receive a matching BurpADoodle for free!

Samples of the WrapADoodle and BurpADoodle were provided for review on Mommies with Style.

Zutano Itzy Bitzy – Gianna is a peanut, only weighing 6lbs. 1oz. when she was born.  It took weeks for newborn-sized clothes to even fit her.  Her Farm Fresh Long Sleeve Wrap Onesie from Zutano Itzy Bitzy was one of the first pieces of clothing to actually look nice on her.  The wrap design made it so much easier to dress her, since I could just lay it out, stick her arms in the sleeves and wrap her up.  Itzy bitzy is Zutano’s premier line of newborn and preemie clothing designed specifically to fit in the first few days of life.  And that’s exactly what they do.  Plus, all of their pieces come in fun and bright mix-and-match pieces perfect for gift giving!  Zutano Itzy Bitzy can be purchased from their site or from a number of boutiques and online shops.

Positively Organic - These days organic clothing has become all the rage, for adults as well as kids and babies and probably for good reason.  Positively Organic has some of the cutest outfits for infants, toddlers and bigger kids.  Gianna has a long sleeved baby bodysuit with a photo of a baby bunny on the front.  It’s so darn cute!  The photo is a very high quality image transfer that hasn’t cracked, faded or bled the dozens of times it has already been washed and dried.  Unlike many other organic clothing lines, Positively Organic has some really vibrant colored pieces with fun and bright designs.  They also have a really cute story about how they came to be, and even though their comapny is highly successful, the founders still personally print each of the images on their clothing.  Positively Organic products can be purchased directly from their site.

Kicky Pants – Hands down, the softest, silkiest article of clothing that I have for Gianna is her Kicky Pants bamboo onesie.  I absolutely love putting her in this.  I have a cream colored one so she can wear it with pretty much any pair of pants that she has…and she does!  Kicky Pants has a wide variety of infant, toddler, bigger kid and maternity clothing in cotton prints and bamboo basics; all in a variety of beautiful colors.  Their clothing can be purchased at boutiques worldwide and several online shops all listed on their site.

Product samples were provided for review on MWS.

Gianna has the Brooklyn infant blanket from Luv My Woobie – a 36×29″ chocolate brown and pink flowered blanket.  The patterned front is made of cotton and the back is a pale pink paisley chenille with a small velcro pocket perfect for storing a pacifier.  The whole blanket is framed in a fuschia satin trim – Gianna’s favorite part.  She’s at the age where everything has started to go in her mouth, and her Woobie is no exception.  She loves to suck on the satin edges.  Even at 5-months, Gianna can be wrapped in this large blanket.  Recently, I’ve been using it to keep her warm in the air conditioning while she’s nursing.  We take the Woobie with us wherever we go, though Luv My Woobie sells smaller, travel size blankets better suited for this purpose as well.  The Woobie infant blankets can be purchased at Luv My Woobie’s site and prices start at $64.00.  Enter code JUL15 at checkout and receive 15% off .

When the Woobie is in the wash, Gianna also has the soft, snuggly Little Giraffe blanket to keep her warm (it also has the satin edges to put in her mouth).  She has a pale yellow Luxe blanket - a 29×35″ blanket made with Luxe fabric with a shiny, satin trim.  She loves snuggling with it and I love that it has kept is plushness even after several washes.  I also think it’s fun that several celebrity babies carry a Little Giraffe like Gianna’s, including Suri Cruise.  Little Giraffe blankets can be purchased at high-end retailers such as Nordstrom’s or from a variety of boutiques and online stores with prices starting at about $50.