Featured cupcakeMAG Approved Site -- Project Nursery!

PROJECT NURSERY 

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www.projectnursery.com

We just recently launched our Site | Love where we feature the cupcakeMAG approved bloggers and sites we are daily checking and just loving. Our latest obsession is Project Nursery & we have just been dying to share our chat with Founder and Contributing Editor, Pam! Oh, how we love them and their beautiful filled-with-eye-candy site. 

{The site is so successful! We love it! How was Project Nursery born?}

Melisa and I have always had a passion for design. When we both lived in NYC we loved sharing ideas and inspiration and when we began to start families we started focusing on the nursery. we were surprised that there was really no place online to search for good design ideas for the nursery. Project Nursery started as a way for Melisa and I to keep all the resources and ideas we were collecting and then share it with others that were as obsessed as we are. 

{Do you have a favorite room featured on the site?}

There are so many fantastic rooms in our photo gallery its hard to pick just one. I've been very drawn to white, black and yellow these days. One of our readers uploaded pictures of their son's nursery, Max's Nursery, that has really caught my eye. The bold yellow and white stripes on the ceiling and black accent wall are so chic and fresh to me. I also like what Melisa has done in her son Chase's Nursery. 

{Max's Nursery}

{chase's nursery}

{Where do you shop for your own home?}

I love to mix it up. High end to vintage to inexpensive. You can find great things in all price ranges.  I have my go to sources like West Elm and Jonathan Adler and a few online favorites like ballarddesigns.com, insideavenue.com and of course good ole ebay! I also love to support small local shops. A favorite is Period George on Clement Street in San Francisco. 

{What is your personal favorite design tip?}

Start with a significant design element in the room as your source of inspiration and work from it to design the rest of the space. It can be the rug, an accent wall or a great piece of furniture. When you have a plan and a budget in mind you can get things done faster because you are more focused. 

{You both have children - as mothers how do you balance family and work? What tips do you have for other mommas trying to balance it all?}

Balance? What is that? No, in all seriousness we both juggle a lot in one day. We have been known to take conference calls en route to school pick ups and are never without our blackberries. Wi-fi and late nights are what keep Project Nursery rockin'. BUT, we love it and are truly motivated by the support of our readers. They share fantastic design ideas and photos and we are really proud of how far Project Nursery has come.

{check out their FABulous contributors, Annette Tatum and Kim of The TomKat Studio} 

{What is up next for Project Nursery?}

2011 is going to be an exciting year for PN. We are launching a new photo gallery with a lot more bells and whistles. Also look out for some amazing giveaways, product reviews and design tips. 

{What are your favorite sites, blogs, must-read stops?}

I try not to read too many other design sites that focus on kids rooms so i can maintain my own originality. some of my current favorite sites are Brooklylimestone.com, pinkwallpaper.blogspot.com, perezhilton (guilty pleasure), nymag.com. 

{awesome giveaways! currently they are giving away a design consult & crib set, check it out here}

1. I'm always striving to be more organized. It's yet to happen but I love the idea of everything having its place.

2. Current favorite color - Kelly Green

3. I love coffee. It's my one true vice.

4. I make really good chicken enchiladas and they are actually healthy!

5. I've been wanting the Crisp Console table from Conran Shop for 3 years but just can't pull the trigger.

6. Melisa and I both went to UCLA.

7. I'm a GLEEK.

8. Favorite food besides chocolate is Chinese Chicken Salad.

9. I wish I had invented Silly Banz.

10. I really like interior design but my first love has to be fashion.

We are so thankful that Pam took the time to chat with us and 
we are beyond thrilled to share with you one of our favorite sites! 

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THE BAG EVERYONE WANTS

If you have seen Meryl Streep's new movie, "It's Complicated" then you know the must - have bag everyone is talking about. Throughout the entire movie, Meryl's character carries the Roberta Freymann "Cab Bag".

With a price tag of only $175 - it is a piece you don't have to splurge on unlike other big name designer bags. However, there is a wait list but don't worry - you can stop by the store in New York or call now to order the bag to be shipped in late February. You better get yours now!

Roberta Freymann 212.585.3767

153 East 70th Street New York, NY

Ah Goo Baby is SO Posh

The Plush Pad® by Ah Goo Baby® is anything but a pad. Above and beyond average, the multi-purpose memory foam surface is in a category all-its-own and brings comfort to any room and any place.

From Diaper Changes, Tummy Time to Infant/Parent Classes – we found it great to use on the go or around the room. You just can’t get enough!

Unlike other changing pads this product can be used all the time and we mean ALL. It isn’t comparable to any other products on the market; it is THAT plush for your posh tot.

WHY cupcake mag CRAVES the unique features:

• SO SOFT! The thick memory foam cushion that relaxes the baby by molding your little ones curves and relieving her tiny pressure points; baby will relish the experience of being changed and won’t fight changing time. WE PROMISE.
• MOMS love the fact that it is machine washable and water-resistant. Wash the cover much like a pillowcase whenever it needs cleaning (the memory foam insert can be easily removed prior to washing); how easy is that? We say pretty simple.
• The Plush Pad® rolls open with no creases – no need to fiddle around.
• Plenty of wiggle room (approx 2 ft x 2 ft) for the baby, yet ultimate portability to easily fit in one’s diaper bag, suitcase, or to store away when not being used.

So many ways The Plush Pad® can be used:

• The Plush Pad® is used constantly (24/7) around the home; no need to run to the nursery for every change when you have The Plush Pad®;
• Some use it as their only changing surface if they are looking to conserve space;
• Leave it open during hotel stays for weeks at a time as a changing station;
• Great for tummy time when baby begins to practice lifting themselves and general lounging/exercise for infant/parent classes;
• Leave it at the grandparents for a comfortable change when they watch the grandkids;
• Toss it in the back of the stroller or the car for a quick change while on the road;
• Take it to beach or park, so baby can relax on a soft and cozy surface;
• Replace the plastic/vinyl changing pad in one’s diaper bag with The Plush Pad®, for a really comfortable daily change for baby.

Visit Ah Goo Baby now to get the oh so chic plush pad for your oh so posh babe! Available for just under $30 in 13 cute patterns; it’s hard to just choose ONE!

Feel like you just need one now!? We have got you covered! Ah Goo Baby is offering ONE lucky Cupcake Mag reader a chance to fall in love with The Plush Pad. Take a peek at Ah Goo Baby, click on Gallery and let us know what style you MUST HAVE! As always, make sure you’re a follower of Cupcake Mag. Giveaway ends Friday at 6pm (EST).

Top Picks from Prince Lionheart (plus a giveaway!)

At Cupcake Mag you will see that we share many things we just CAN NOT be without. We review many many many products and only share with you our TOP faves. Prince Lionheart is a classic brand that should be on everyone's must have list. Whether you already have little one's running around or your a new mommy to be making your registry - here are the TOP FIVE picks from a great company.

ONE: Wheely Bug

With quite a few awards under its belt the WHEELY BUG is just as cute as it sounds. It is great to cruise the sidewalks or ideal for indoors because it doesn't scratch smooth floors and runs quietly. The totally new concept to encourage gross motor skills is put to the test while having heaps of fun. It was an instant attraction to all our little girls and boys with it's bright, soft, friendly, unisex design. It is so light weight (small size only 4lbs) our little tots were toting them around. They loved the easy, unlimited mobility. It is a must for your little or a perfect gift as it is promised to be loved.

Features:

• Two sizes: Small for 1.5 yrs ($68) and Large for 3yrs ($78)
• Tough PU covering, resistant to the inevitable “little accidents”, easy to clean.
• Padded with a 1” layer of soft sponge.
• Entirely non-toxic and contains no PVC.
• Constructed with only the highest quality components.
• Multidirectional castors, no more getting stuck against obstacles.
• Plywood base made from renewable plantation timber.

TWO:pottyPod

If only all potty seats were this soft, cushiony and the ultimate comfort. Perfect for training time the removable bowl and deflector shield make for easy clean-up and we mean easy! We reviewed the pink pottyPOD and loved the hassle-free potty experience we just had to share. Not just hassle-free for you but also for your child as the rigid base with non-slip grip strips provides strength and stability. The pottyPOD makes the transition from a potty seat to a grown-up toilet seat an easy transition as it looks similar to a real toilet. We also LOVE that it grows with your child with a height adjustable base. Now how many potty’s do that?! The pottyPOD comes in three great pastel colors – green, blue and pink and retails for $46.

If you’re a clean freak like us here is an extra PLUS: It is also the ONLY Anti-Microbial potty on the market. It is treated with an EPA approved additive to inhibit the growth of microorganisms that may cause spoilage, odors and mildew.

THREE: bebePOD Plus

We used to be a fan of the well known Bumbo chair but not anymore. After reviewing the most adorable bebePOD Plus in Watermelon we couldn't compare the difference; yes, it was that much better. It is an essential and we mean ESSENTIAL for babies learning to sit. It is easy to use for both play time and feeding. Your little one goes from filling up to stimulating their senses through play in one great place. The plus comes with the well known cushiony pommel that easily removes with a twist at feeding time so the stylish tray (so modern) and placement of your choice can slide into place, creating a perfect space for mealtime. It comes it three fun vibrant colors – watermelon, kiwi and orange. It retails for $59.99.

WHY we CRAVE it:

· Tray for eating in style with two adorable placements

· Custom designed Sassy toy that affixes to the tray for playtime

· Optional Safety straps help ensure a safe and comfortable seating position

FOUR: Dresser Top Diaper Depot

You can’t be more organized as long as you have the Diaper Depot($15.99). The unique 3 in 1 changing station sits on your dresser making diaper changing safer, quicker and more convenient by providing everything at your fingertips. Whats not to love? It holds 16-18 large cloth or disposable diapers and wipes sit on the flat tray above. The two removable side bins come in handy to hold powders, lotions, ointments and more. It was great to have everything in one place and not searching for what you need while changing your little one.

FIVE: NEW Silicone Bottles

One of the best colic-reducing bottles. Period. Just wait until you use one, you will never go back to your old bottles. Prince Lionheart’s pure medical grade silicone bottles and nipples provide a safe, hypoallergenic way to feed baby. Unlike other harmful bottles, silicone is a natural material that has no open pores to harbor bacteria. Another plus – BPA, Phthalate, PVC latex and lead FREE! They were super easy to clean in the dishwasher and by hand and unbreakable in the microwave or freezer along with heat-resistant. If your little one has any problems with reflux, spit-up or colic these bottle help solve it all because of the one-way venting system that reduces the symptoms and also has been shown to reduce risk of middle ear infections – all things babies tend to get in the beginning of their life. If only we could have found these a few years ago when quite a few of our little ones battled reflux.

Bottle feeding couldn’t be much easier. Here is how it works:

• Slowly squeeze excess air out of bottle by pinching nipple while squeezing bottle until liquid level reaches top of nipple. Bottle will collapse as air is released.

• Most bottles with venting holes allow air into bottles as babies drink. Prince Lionheart’s SILICONE bottle collapses as air is released giving baby a bubble-free feeding, reducing the likelihood of colic, reflux and spit-up.

*GIVEAWAY*

We want to give you the latest product from Prince Lionheart so we are offering 2 lucky winners two of the very latest Silicone Bottles (6 - 8oz Bottles). Retail value is $12.99 each!

Like always, become a follower of Cupcake Mag ( I am sure you already are!) and post a comment telling us what you LOVE about this product. Also, please visit Prince Lionheart’s facebook page and become a fan as an extra entry too! We will select a random winner by 6pm (EST) on November 4^th! Start commenting now and good luck.

About Prince Lionheart, Inc.

Our story began humbly in 1973, when we crafted handmade rocking horses in our garage. We've moved out of the garage but, after three decades of innovation, we are proud Prince Lionheart is still family owned.

We are dedicated to providing today’s parents with a smart and responsible choice in baby products. We blend practical function with modern styling, fashion and beauty, while ensuring that all materials and processes used in their production are safe and protect the health of children and the environment.

All products have been Cupcake Mag tested and baby approved.