Are you ready for it? The rainy season is making its grand entrance into our world as the month of April rapidly approaches. Because we're always looking out for your best interests, we want to prevent cabin fever from setting in when it's too wet and dreary for the little ones to play outside this spring. Thus, we'd like you to meet one of our favorite new in-house activities: the magnetic design set.

 

From cars and airplanes to pirates and princesses, each of these kits provides hours of entertainment, whether your itty bitties are stuck inside or on a long car ride. Each tin holds four illustrated background scenes associated with a specific theme, two double-sided cards, and three sheets of interchangeable magnets. The magnets connect to the tin, so you don't have to worry about a mess when the kit is opened.

 

While we're not usually betting people, we'd venture to say that this is a guaranteed way to keep the kids entertained and maybe even quiet when they're stuck indoors. (We said maybe!) It will definitely become an instant favorite for sharpening their creative minds...there's no question about that!

-The Girls at Itty Bitty Bella

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Remember when we posted our favorite neutral color schemes for the nursery? Well, if you're planning to go all-girl we pulled together a great list for you. And if you're just wanting a splash of girl here and there, these are great jumping off points!

Punch up the pinks with bold fuchsias and cool turquoise.

 

Dream of the beach as you rock for your 5th hour straight in the rocking chair. This cool and calm color scheme is one you won't tire of quickly. 

When you think lavender bedroom you might be scared into thinking back to great grandma Joane's house...but by deepening the hues and adding a pop of green you'll definitely be decorating for the 21st century. You could even use the purples as accent colors and base the room around the neutral beige. 

If you're not quite ready to let your inner design diva out, this is a great neutral color scheme that still packs punch. It's definitely a color scheme that can grow with your sweet baby girl into her "big girl" room. 

These rich colors are definitely stepping outside the box when it comes to the nursery. Your baby girl will have no problem getting cozy in a room full of deep, rich purples and pinks. The pop of green sure does brighten things up!

Take the traditional route and go all pink. Even though you're sticking with tradition, the pinks shown above lean a little bit towards the unexpected with their hints of purple and grey.

So, what's your nursery color scheme? Is it out of the norm or totally traditional?

- The Girls at Itty Bitty Bella

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Crib--check. Glider--check. Changing table--check. What about the nursery bedding? How will you ever find the perfect bumper, dust ruffle and fitted sheet for your sweet little angel? We know the bedding that will comfort your little one when they are away from your arms is extra important. We also know that style and looks are just as necessary as comfort, so with that in mind, let us introduce you to our newest line of baby bedding, aptly named New Arrivals.

Zig Zag Bedding Collection. Come as shown with the bumper, crib sheet and dust ruffle.

This unique line of baby, toddler and child bedding comes to us with a soft and simplistic style that will provide instant relaxation when it's time to put your itty bitty to bed. Choose from a variety of colors made just for a good little boy or girl, or keep it neutral if you and Dad are waiting to be surprised! Each bedding set includes the bumper, fitted sheet and dust ruffle, bringing practicality and a no-fuss mantra to the world of nursery decorating.

Sprout Bedding Collection.

White Pique with Pink Trim Bedding Collection.

We love the soft color palette containing the traditional blues and pinks, as well as the greens, yellows and neutrals that are so popular in today's nursery color schemes. Mixing the elegance of traditional patterns with the fun of more modern prints, these set will grow with your itty bitty from birth until it's time for the "big kid" bed. Did we mention that some of the most famous celebrities have chosen their nursery bedding from this precious collection? Parents such as Jeff Armstrong, Marcia Cross and Julia Roberts trust this line with their favorite little things.

Urban Zoo Bedding Collection.

Mom tested, baby approved. Come on in and we'll help you pick out your very own comfortable and fashionable look!

-The Girls at Itty Bitty Bella

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Don't you love the smell of laundry straight from the dryer? We sure do, and it definitely makes all of our hard work worthwhile. Just as you value the comfort and freshness of your clothes, it is extra important to value the cleanliness of what covers your little ones, too. We understand the importance of keeping those little bodies as fresh as possible, so we've hand picked a line of eco-friendly laundry soap with your family in mind. 

"Shake it Up" pail freshener

"Classic Rock" Laundry Detergent

Rockin' Green Laundry Soap isn't your everyday laundry detergent. It could easily be called the rock star of soaps, created by an award-winning manufacturer, and recognized for the "green" nature of its products. The clean rinsing laundry soap is formulated for use on all fabrics and in all types of water, whether your home favors hard, soft or normal H20 conditions. Yes, there is certainly a lot to love about this soap, but we think one of the greatest perks is its ability to work its cleansing magic most effectively on cloth diapers. Laundry soap that enables you to avoid added chemicals and save money on diapers? It's almost too good to be true. 

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