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Scholastic Parent & Child magazine knows that motherhood is a role of a lifetime. But we also understand that mom defines herself as so much more. Our creative content helps mom nurture, support, and advocate for her whole family both … »» Read the article

Pssst…have you heard? Celebrity Baby Scoop’s newest partner, The Mom Online is the online resource for busy moms and caregivers. Moms and parents will love articles such as making books with your child, peanut free solutions for kids, and how to determine if your child has a speech or language delay.

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Pssst…have you heard? Celebrity Baby Scoop’s newest partner, The Mom Online is the online resource for busy moms and caregivers. Moms and parents will love articles such as making books with your child, peanut free solutions for kids, and how … »» Read the article

Even celeb moms have to deal with the pressure of getting their kids ready to go back to school. We are all muddled down in school supply lists, vaccination forms and making sure our Pre-K kids are potty trained (oh, please let her really be potty trained on time). This is exactly why we love, love, love Totsy! They make getting the “Back-to-School” season so easy! We die for a deal or a steal whenever possible, so check out Totsy – the ultimate private sales site for everything kids, babies, moms and moms-to-be! Membership is completely free and super easy! Just go to Totsy.com and request membership for immediate access to the most amazing deals (up to 90% off- yes, you read that correctly!) on our fave brands for kids clothes, toys, baby gear, nursery décor, maternity wear, beauty products, and even travel deals! Think Little Giraffe, Melissa & Doug, and Zutano for the wee ones in your life. For moms? Imagine Petunia Pickle Bottom diaper bags, Carol’s Daughter, Oscar Blandi (we DIE for their dry shampoo), and more, right at your finger tips! So, if you’re a mom, a mom-to-be, have kids or are shopping for them, Totsy is a MUST - especially now! Here’s the low-down on how Totsy works: 1. Shop early: Hot items don’t last long and sales last about 72-hours each. 2. Shop often: An average of 10 new brand-specific sales go live every evening at 9pm ET. 3. Earn Free Totsy Credits: When your friends use your referral link (found on your account page) to shop, you’ll get $15 credit the first time they receive an order from Totsy. 4. Shopping Saves the Planet: Totsy plants a tree in honor of your child for every member’s first purchase and they keep it watered each time you order. So, keep shopping! 5. Meet Totsy’s Mom Committee: Get advice, tips and trend updates from Totsy’s group of expert mom bloggers and mompreneurs from across the country. 6. Join Totsy on Facebook and Twitter: Chat with Totsy’s Chief Mom, access Totsy Twitter parties (tons of fun prizes every month and live tweets direct from your fave brands) and round-the-clock answers to all your Totsy questions. HINT- Join Totsy’s August Twitter Party on Thursday, Aug. 18th at 2-3pm EST at #totsyparty for amazing prizes. Win a Gift Basket Worth $200 to Get Back in the School Groove Thanks to Totsy, you now have a chance to win a great gift basket full of fun learning toys from TEDCO, books from Disney and an eco-friendly lunch bag from Project Kool Kids! A $200 value. Here’s how to enter: • Like Celebrity Baby Scoop’s Facebook page. • Must be a Totsy Member: http://bit.ly/qA4c2m It’s that easy! Contest runs from Wednesday, August 17 – August 23. But Wait There’s More - Get 10% Off at Totsy Now Just for Celebrity Baby Scoop fans, Totsy would like to offer a special promotion for all CBS subscribers! Please enjoy 10% off your next purchase, no minimum purchase required! Visit Totsy.com to help you and your kids get ready for school!! Offer is good from August 17th through August 23rd! Just enter coupon code: CBSB2S

Giveaway: Back to School Gifts Worth $200 and Discount Code from Totsy

Even celeb moms have to deal with the pressure of getting their kids ready to go back to school. We are all muddled down in school supply lists, vaccination forms and making sure our Pre-K kids are potty trained (oh, … »» Read the article

One of our favorite websites for moms is StrollerTraffic, a free weekly email for city moms with babies and toddlers. So we were excited to hear they're launching a sister site, ScooterTraffic, for the pre-school set. They'll be be covering trends, products, and controversial topics for kids ages 3-5, from tantrums to training bikes (and, yes, scooters)—all wrapped up in a witty little once-a-week email that won't clog your inbox. Sign up now to receive the first ScooterTraffic email in September—we just did! (Oh, and as a bonus: sign up before July 31 and type CELEBRITY BABY SCOOP in the "I was referred by" field, and you'll be entered to win a Mini Kick Scooter—and matching White Kick Scooter, for mom—from Kickboard USA.)

Scootertraffic: New Website for Moms & Dads with Preschoolers

One of our favorite websites for moms is StrollerTraffic, a free weekly email for city moms with babies and toddlers. So we were excited to hear they’re launching a sister site, ScooterTraffic, for the pre-school set. They’ll be be covering … »» Read the article

Pint Size Social is an online lifestyle destination for the entire family. Designed for stylish, in-the-know parents, pint size social keeps you plugged in to all things cool and kid-friendly. Their free weekly newsletter features everything from interviews with favorite celebrity parents like Jason Bateman and Angie Harmon to must-have clothing for your pint-sized brood.

Pint Size Social and Their New Pop Up Shop

Pint Size Social is an online lifestyle destination for the entire family. Designed for stylish, in-the-know parents, pint size social keeps you plugged in to all things cool and kid-friendly. Their free weekly newsletter features everything from interviews with favorite … »» Read the article

Giveaway: 10 Nancy O’Dell Ashby Series Baby Books from Creative Memories

Giveaway: 10 Nancy O’Dell Ashby Series Baby Books from Creative Memories

Entertainment Tonight’s Nancy O’ Dell recently sat down with Celebrity Baby Scoop to talk about her beautiful baby scrapbooking line from Creative Memories. Now, she’s giving away Ashby Series baby boy or baby girl quick albums to 10 lucky Celebrity … »» Read the article

What are celebrity moms in Hollywood getting this year for Mother’s Day? Well, we don’t officially know for sure, but we’re putting our bets on celeb-fave jewelry designers Delicate Raymond (think gold initial necklaces seen on Carrie Underwood and Tori Spelling) and Alisa Michelle Designs (think trendy charm necklaces seen on Halle Berry and Brooke Burke) along with luxury bath and beauty products! Win Mother’s Day Gifts Fit For Celebs! We have good news for those of us who want to be treated like a celeb mom, but just haven’t quite been nominated for a SAG or the big O (Oscar, that is)! Celebrity Baby Scoop yet again teamed up with Totsy (the site we heart for the lowest price on amazing brands for moms and kids) to give all moms a chance to be a celeb this Mother’s Day! To celebrate Mother’s Day, Totsy is offering a giveaway, valued up to $250, including all the coolest celeb mommy must-haves mentioned above to recognize all the devoted moms out there and we want to give Celebrity Baby Scoop fans exclusive first access! Enter to win by checking out details on Totsy’s Blog! Click here. Contest runs from Thursday, May 5 – Sunday, May 8 at 11:59pm EST. But Wait There’s More- Get 10% Off at Totsy Now Just for Celebrity Baby Scoop fans, Totsy would like to offer a special promotion for all CBS subscribers! Please enjoy 10% off your next purchase at Totsy.com!! Offer is good now through Sunday, May 8 at 11:59pm EST! Just enter coupon code: CBSMom. ** Limit 1 per customer ** Does not apply to S&H

Win Celeb-worthy Mother’s Day Gifts and Get a Discount Code from Totsy

What are celebrity moms in Hollywood getting this year for Mother’s Day? Well, we don’t officially know for sure, but we’re putting our bets on celeb-fave jewelry designers Delicate Raymond (think gold initial necklaces seen on Carrie Underwood and Tori … »» Read the article

Mother’s Day is great and all, but one day of appreciation out of every 365 isn’t a whole heck of a lot. That’s why our friends at Pregnancy & Newborn are dedicating the entire month of May to celebrating motherhood. In honor of diaper-changing, meal-making, laundry-washing mamas across the country, Pregnancy & Newborn is offering up a fabulous and functional diaper bag each and every day this month. (That’s right, even on Saturdays and Sundays, because we all know moms don’t take the weekends off.)

A Diaper Bag a Day Throughout the Month of May

Mother’s Day is great and all, but one day of appreciation out of every 365 isn’t a whole heck of a lot. That’s why our friends at Pregnancy & Newborn are dedicating the entire month of May to celebrating motherhood. … »» Read the article

Giveaway: Cariboo Bassinet Contest and Discount Code from Totsy

Giveaway: Cariboo Bassinet Contest and Discount Code from Totsy

Someone in Hollywood is always pregnant, having a baby, adopting or throwing birthday parties for their little bundles of red-carpet royalty! We know…because it’s our job! But, unlike the celebs we’re all obsessed with- we die for a deal or … »» Read the article

You! Lingerie brings beautiful high fashion, playful and luxurious breastfeeding lingerie to stylish moms at an affordable price. The mission of You! Lingerie is to make breastfeeding mommies and mommies-to-be feel confident and look beautiful every day, even with the “mommy” title. This beautiful and very affordable lingerie brand offers bras and panties made with luxurious soft fabrics and playful colored laces featuring the decorative signature hot pink bows. Every bra is designed to provide maximum comfort with accommodating soft cups. With 20% spandex panels, four-hook back clasps, molded cups and wide elastic bands, the nursing bras are easy fitting and adjustable for the changing woman. Owner of You! Lingerie, Uyo Okebie-Eichelberger, told us that during her market research, she was really surprised to discover that so many moms felt exactly like she did... stuck between a rock and hard place. "I was used to wearing beautiful and sexy lingerie before I became pregnant. I hated the idea of wearing just plain black functional nursing bras,” said Uyo. After becoming frustrated with the nursing industry and not wanting to settle for drab nursing bras or breaking the bank for expensive lingerie, Uyo took matters into her own hands and designed something perfectly in-between. Pregnancy and breastfeeding are beautiful experiences, so why wear unflattering lingerie or pay an exuberant amount for a high end one? The quality features and gorgeous colors distinguish You! Lingerie bras and panties from its drab counterparts. Even better, the lingerie is reasonably priced. All bras are between $29.99 and $34.99!

Your Nursing Lingerie Does Not Have to Be Drab With You! Lingerie

You! Lingerie brings beautiful high fashion, playful and luxurious breastfeeding lingerie to stylish moms at an affordable price. The mission of You! Lingerie is to make breastfeeding mommies and mommies-to-be feel confident and look beautiful every day, even with the … »» Read the article

If you’re anything like us, you want to be “in the know” but don’t have a tremendous amount of time to devote to keeping up with the latest and greatest. PureWow is a new, free, daily lifestyle email and website for savvy ladies like us, highlighting a wide range of timely subjects including: arts & culture, food & drink, fashion & beauty, home & garden, and more. We love the inspiration PureWow provides. They were recently featured by Business Insider as one of the "Top 25 hush hush NYC startups" as they have the same backers as DailyCandy. It truly is for fabulous women of substance. Sign up now and you’ll get an automatic $10 gift card to NoMoreRack and be entered to win an a complimentary day at the Spa and a $1,000 gift card to Bloomingdales!

PureWow: The Best in Culture, Fashion, Travel, Tech & More

If you’re anything like us, you want to be “in the know” but don’t have a tremendous amount of time to devote to keeping up with the latest and greatest. PureWow is a new, free, daily lifestyle email and website … »» Read the article

Magnificent Baby’s mission is to save parents and their babies stress at changing time with its line of magnetic-fastening line of Smart Close infant’s wear. Dress baby warmer and faster, in literally seconds. The entire collection is especially helpful during night changings and a life changer for moms of multiples! No more snaps, no more buttons, no more tears!

Get Baby Dressed in Seconds with Smart Close Outfits from Magnificent Baby

Magnificent Baby’s mission is to save parents and their babies stress at changing time with its line of magnetic-fastening line of Smart Close infant’s wear. Dress baby warmer and faster, in literally seconds. The entire collection is especially helpful during … »» Read the article

If you’re like most moms, you can never have enough sippy cups. But once you and your child experience the Lollacup, you won’t ever want to replace it. Lollacup’s modern and whimsical, animal-shaped cup appeals to children and adults alike and is available in fun color options including happy orange, good green, and bold red.

Lollacup Sippy Cups: Helping Toddlers Learn to Use a Straw

If you’re like most moms, you can never have enough sippy cups. But once you and your child experience the Lollacup, you won’t ever want to replace it. Lollacup’s modern and whimsical, animal-shaped cup appeals to children and adults alike … »» Read the article

When you’re expecting a new baby, designing and creating the perfect nursery is on the top of your to-do list. There are lots of decisions to make and the biggest factor to keep in mind is safety. Eco-conscious parents can start protecting their new bundle of joy before he or she is born by selecting products that are healthy and green. With the brand-new, innovative Peaceful Nursery iPhone app, everything you need to know about designing and creating a healthy and eco-friendly nursery is right at your fingertips.

The Peaceful Nursery iPhone Helps Expecting Parents Create a Healthy, Green Nursery

When you’re expecting a new baby, designing and creating the perfect nursery is on the top of your to-do list. There are lots of decisions to make and the biggest factor to keep in mind is safety. Eco-conscious parents can … »» Read the article

What does every parent want for their child at holiday season and any time of year? A happy, healthy, confident child. Kimochis (KEY.MO.CHEES) means “Feeling” in Japanese and is an award-winning educational toy that helps children learn to understand and express emotions in a fun and comfortable way. When a parent and child learn positive ways to manage the ups and downs of daily life, the parent-child connection is strengthened which builds self-esteem, confidence and emotional intelligence in our children.

Kimochis: Helping Your Child Express Feelings

What does every parent want for their child at holiday season and any time of year? A happy, healthy, confident child. Kimochis (KEY.MO.CHEES) means “Feeling” in Japanese and is an award-winning educational toy that helps children learn to understand and … »» Read the article

We love it when companies develop products that preserve our planet. If you're of the same philosophy, you'll love these handmade totes and accessories made from recycled sails. Water resistant, washable and robust, these resilient bags are both stylish and functional. Made exclusively from old sails, Seabags are enjoyed by fashionistas, busy parents, professionals, and basically anyone who has stuff to tote around and likes to do it in a new and trendy way.

Seabags: Totes and Accessories Made From Recycled Sails

We love it when companies develop products that preserve our planet. If you’re of the same philosophy, you’ll love these handmade totes and accessories made from recycled sails. Water resistant, washable and robust, these resilient bags are both stylish and … »» Read the article

You can't help but fall in love with this line of adorable baby blankets. If you're looking for a fun, luxurious receiving blanket and have a little extra to spend, check out My Blankee. Some of our favorite celebrities have discovered these super soft blankees for their little tots, including Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Alba, Nicole Richie, Rebecca Romijn, Gwen Stefani, Kourtney Kardashian, and many more. Collections are filled with animal prints, daisy flowers, dots, monkeys, fleur de lis, ladybugs and argyle patterns, all in beautiful, fashion forward colors. You'll find it nearly impossible to select just one.

My Blankee: Soft, Beautiful, Luxurious Blankets

You can’t help but fall in love with this line of adorable baby blankets. If you’re looking for a fun, luxurious receiving blanket and have a little extra to spend, check out My Blankee. Some of our favorite celebrities have … »» Read the article

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Kevin Sorbo Is “A Big Christmas Guy”

Actor Kevin Sorbo, best known for his starring roles in Hercules and Andromeda, loves celebrating the holidays. The busy dad of three recently shared his holiday cheer with Celebrity Baby Scoop: I’m a big Christmas guy. The lights are already … »» Read the article

We're all learning how important a balanced diet and exercise is for our kids. That's why moms and dads everywhere are packing their kids school lunches. Thanks to Balanced Day Lunch kits, bringing a healthy, nutritious home made lunch and snack is easier than ever. These fun lunch bags come in a variety of hip, trendy designs and offer kids and parents the ability to pack both a lunch and snack featuring hot and cold foods in one easy to carry bag.

Balanced Day Lunch Kit: For Balanced Lunches & Snacks from Home

We’re all learning how important a balanced diet and exercise is for our kids. That’s why moms and dads everywhere are packing their kids school lunches. Thanks to Balanced Day Lunch kits, bringing a healthy, nutritious home made lunch and … »» Read the article

Kid's love these cool, graffiti shoes that allow them to showcase their unique personal style. Graffeeti makes a great gift this holiday season, not only is it functional as footwear, but more important, they're fun as well. Graffeeti allows every child to express his or her creativity, whether they're a trendsetter or an artist, all kids love them! The sneakers come in several different styles for both girls and boys and are a sure way for any kid to make a statement, even on the rainiest or snowiest winter day! They are available this holiday season at FAO Schwarz and Graffeeti.

Graffeeti: Design Your Own Sneakers or Backpack

Kid’s love these cool, graffiti shoes that allow them to showcase their unique personal style. Graffeeti makes a great gift this holiday season, not only is it functional as footwear, but more important, they’re fun as well. Graffeeti allows every … »» Read the article

Many parents take their baby or toddler along when shopping or running errands. However, there's nothing worse than pushing around a heavy, cumbersome stroller and trying to get through tight store isles or crowds of people. Pretty soon you're crabby and just want to go home. Fortunately, those days are behind us with Bumbleride's Flite stroller. It's light, easy to handle and gives you all the flexibility and functionality of larger strollers without the larger size and heavier weight.

BumbleRide’s Flite: Compact Versatility for Urban Parents

Many parents take their baby or toddler along when shopping or running errands. However, there’s nothing worse than pushing around a heavy, cumbersome stroller and trying to get through tight store isles or crowds of people. Pretty soon you’re crabby … »» Read the article

Baby K'tan allows you to wear and nurse your baby without hassles, twisted material, hardware or confusing attachments, while at the same time offering enhanced security and the added bonus of a built in nursing cover. Get rid of the wrapping! Bye bye to the buckles, and sayonara to the snaps!

Baby K’tan: The Hybrid Baby Carrier

Baby K’tan allows you to wear and nurse your baby without hassles, twisted material, hardware or confusing attachments, while at the same time offering enhanced security and the added bonus of a built in nursing cover. Get rid of the … »» Read the article

Talk about easy feeding on-the-go! This is one of those products that seems like a no brainer. We can't believe this wasn't around ages ago. Luckily for new moms and dads, it's available now. Nourish baby and toddler bottles are purified spring water bottled two ways, formula-ready for baby and spill-proof with a sippy top for your toddler. We're not the only ones that think this product is pretty cool. Celeb moms and dads including Minnie Driver, Tiffany Thiessen, Nicole Sullivan, and Joey Lawrence don't leave home without it.

Nourish Baby & Toddler Water Bottles

Talk about easy feeding on-the-go! This is one of those products that seems like a no brainer. We can’t believe this wasn’t around ages ago. Luckily for new moms and dads, it’s available now. Nourish baby and toddler bottles are … »» Read the article

Most busy parents need to be able to run errands with baby in tow. Changing your baby's diaper while on the go, however, isn't always easy or convenient. Often public restrooms are ill equipped or simply not clean. Thankfully, there's the Dipe 'N Go. It’s a diaper changing mat that attaches right to the wall in the back of an SUV or minivan to create an instant changing station when there’s nothing else in sight – in the park, at the beach, on a trip, or any other spot you may be caught without a clean place to change your baby!

Dipe ‘N Go: The Portable Changing Station for Busy Parents

Most busy parents need to be able to run errands with baby in tow. Changing your baby’s diaper while on the go, however, isn’t always easy or convenient. Often public restrooms are ill equipped or simply not clean. Thankfully, there’s … »» Read the article

MyLittleSeat: The Sling Style Travel High Chair

Feeding your tot while on-the-go can be a challenge. Now parents can relax at any dinner table, with this cool, new high portable high chair. MyLittleSeat is the ultimate infant high chair for traveling with baby in tow. Whether you … »» Read the article