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"It's Hip Hop, Baby?" DVDs are new, innovative videos that have educational content set to music and energizing dance numbers, which enables children to learn and hit developmental milestones much faster. "It's Hip Hop, Baby!" includes original songs, as well as the traditional toddler classics we all know and love, just spiced up with fresh beats and rhythms.

Hip Hop Baby DVD Series: Help Children Learn Faster

“It’s Hip Hop, Baby?” DVDs are new, innovative videos that have educational content set to music and energizing dance numbers, which enables children to learn and hit developmental milestones much faster.

Most moms love being organized. Keeping all things diaper-related in one convenient and portable place is a dream come true for moms on-the-go. Introducing the Diaper Keeper from Pink Koala Design, it's the go-anywhere changing clutch for diapers, wipes, creams and more. Some of you might remember the Trapper Keeper from the '80s, which helped organize school supplies. Think of this as the diaper version of the Trapper Keeper-everything you need for a quick diaper change in one handy and chic clutch!

The DiaperKeeper: On-the-Go Diaper Changing Clutch

Most moms love being organized. Keeping all things diaper-related in one convenient and portable place is a dream come true for moms on-the-go. Introducing the Diaper Keeper from Pink Koala Design, it’s the go-anywhere changing clutch for diapers, wipes, creams … »» Read the article

Sunscreen, sunscreen and more sunscreen. This time of the year, parents have to be extra vigilant about making sure their kids are properly protected from the sun. A new product called Kid Safe Screen, from Marie Veronique Organics, helps you do just that without using harmful chemicals or petroleum products. It truly protects your little ones' delicate skin, keeping it safe from the sun and damaging ingredients.

Kid Safe Screen: Organic Protection From the Sun

Sunscreen, sunscreen and more sunscreen. This time of the year, parents have to be extra vigilant about making sure their kids are properly protected from the sun. A new product called Kid Safe Screen, from Marie Veronique Organics, helps you … »» Read the article

Win a $100 Gift Card from The Mini Social

Win a $100 Gift Card from The Mini Social

Where do our favorite celebrity moms like Karolina Kurkova, Rhea Durham, Kerri Walsh and Catherine Bell shop for trendy fashions for their tots? They have all discovered the mini social and now you can too! Plus you can enter to … »» Read the article

Now when your child bugs you about wanting multiple earrings, instead of saying no, parents can say no problem with Bink'd. Triple pierce away with Bink'd temporary tattoo earrings and let your kid No magnets, stickers or glue and no piercing! These fun tattoos can also be applied to nails, dolls, books, race cars and more.

Bink’d: Temporary Tattoo Earrings for Kids

Now when your child bugs you about wanting multiple earrings, instead of saying no, parents can say no problem with Bink’d. Triple pierce away with Bink’d temporary tattoo earrings and let your kid No magnets, stickers or glue and no … »» Read the article

Most of us are familiar with reading a book. But what about smelling a book? Now you can engage your kids in reading by using both their eyes and their nose. The Mo's Nose series of children's books take readers of all ages on a scentsational adventure through vibrant scents and hues, each emphasizing a different theme such as Love (Red), the environment (Green), Charity (Holidays) and Blue (Freedom). When we asked actress and one of our favorite celebrity moms, Liv Tyler, about Mo's Nose, she told us, "I love this book especially for how it includes aromatherapy". Other Hollywood moms like Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Garner and Gabby Reese have become enthusiasts as well.

Mo’s Nose: A Scent-sational Children’s Book Series

Most of us are familiar with reading a book. But what about smelling a book? Now you can engage your kids in reading by using both their eyes and their nose. The Mo’s Nose series of children’s books take readers … »» Read the article

Leave it to Holland, the land of bicycles, to come up with this handy new bike/stroller combination. Taga is a whole new way to travel and a whole new way for you and your child to experience the world. Taga combines the fun of a bicycle with the functionality of a luxury stroller, it's exercise, sightseeing, and running errands all-in-one.

Taga: Bike & Stroller in One

Leave it to Holland, the land of bicycles, to come up with this handy new bike/stroller combination. Taga is a whole new way to travel and a whole new way for you and your child to experience the world. Taga … »» Read the article

Living thoughtfully and mindfully is something that many of us parents are striving to do. But how about our kids? How can we help them to do the same? Meet author Dana Perri and her Think Then Jump children's book series and t-shirt collection designed to help kids do just that.

Think Then Jump: Teaching Kids to Live Mindfully

Living thoughtfully and mindfully is something that many of us parents are striving to do. But how about our kids? How can we help them to do the same? Meet author Dana Perri and her Think Then Jump children’s book … »» Read the article

Celebrity Baby Scoop $1,400 Electronic Gift Giveaway

Celebrity Baby Scoop $1,400 Electronic Gift Giveaway

Celebrity Baby Scoop is celebrating Father’s Day in a BIG way, by giving away $1,400 in cool electronic gadgets. Enter for a chance to win a camcorder, bluetooth set, wireless speakers, iPod docking station, and much more. And moms, if … »» Read the article

As a new mom, you can easily become overwhelmed by all the baby information and products out there. Wouldn't it be great if there was a resource that sifted through all the clutter and gave you exactly what you needed to know? There is!! We recently discovered a fabulous new resource for new moms-StrollerTraffic. StrollerTraffic is an addictive weekly email for moms with kids under the age of three—covering everything from new brands and brilliant inventions to emerging trends and controversial topics—all wrapped up in a smart, once-every-seven-days email that won't clog your inbox. The witty little email has a huge following of magazine editors, fashion designers, and Hollywood types—it's been read by everyone from Kelly Rutherford to Carolina Zapf to Sarah Jessica Parker, who called herself a "devotee" of the site. The StrollerTraffic editors interview well-known experts on everything from getting rid of toddler stains to the best educational toys for babies, and regularly chat with celebrity moms about things like the products they can't live without and the challenges of raising kids in the city. New moms everywhere can receive StrollerTraffic's Every City edition (published on Tuesdays); to keep up on the latest in the Big Apple, subscribe to StrollerTraffic New York (published Mondays and Thursdays). Los Angeles and Dallas editions coming soon! Be sure to sign up right away so you can be among the first to hear all about the latest swag and must-have baby & tot info.

StrollerTraffic: A New Mom’s Must-Have

As a new mom, you can easily become overwhelmed by all the baby information and products out there. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a resource that sifted through all the clutter and gave you exactly what you needed … »» Read the article

New moms (and dads) spend countless hours behind the baby stroller. Just imagine if you could turn all those hours into a workout. You'd lose those pregnancy pounds in no time. Well now you can, with Love Handles. The first and only product that turns your average baby stroller into a full body elliptical trainer. With Summer and beach season at our doorstep, it's time to get back into shape.

Love Handles: Workout While Walking Baby

New moms (and dads) spend countless hours behind the baby stroller. Just imagine if you could turn all those hours into a workout. You’d lose those pregnancy pounds in no time. Well now you can, with Love Handles. The first … »» Read the article

Most moms love the invention of the baby carrier, allowing you to take baby with you wherever you go. However, moms (and dads) have different opinions on how they prefer to carry baby. Depending upon the activity, parents may prefer front facing in, front facing out, or on their back. Moms love the flexibility of carriers which can accommodate all kinds of positions. Meet the Freehand Baby Carrier, comfortable, versatile, and easy to use.

Freehand Baby Carrier: The Easy, Comfortable Way to Carry Baby

Most moms love the invention of the baby carrier, allowing you to take baby with you wherever you go. However, moms (and dads) have different opinions on how they prefer to carry baby. Depending upon the activity, parents may prefer … »» Read the article

Finding a perfect Father’s Day gift is never easy but finding that perfect gift for an expecting dad is nearly impossible. Socks and ties just don’t convey the right feeling. Gadgets seem too impersonal. You wish you could give him something that helps celebrate the arrival of his new baby but almost everything about pregnancy is for the mom. What about dad? The company Art Bellies specializes in pregnancy gifts perfect for dads. They offer easy-to-use pregnancy art kits that instantly turn any father-to-be into a Picasso. With only the materials provided in the kit, any dad can create stunning works of art using the silhouette of mom-to-be and her growing belly. The resulting life-size portraits are worthy of being displayed in the living room, nursery, home office or even the local art gallery. Finally, a way for the new father to be involved in the pregnancy.

Art Bellies Pregnancy Art Kit for Expecting Dads

Finding a perfect Father’s Day gift is never easy but finding that perfect gift for an expecting dad is nearly impossible. Socks and ties just don’t convey the right feeling. Gadgets seem too impersonal. You wish you could give him … »» Read the article

It's amazing how much gear a little tiny baby requires. Changing pads, bibs, burp cloths, nursing covers, diaper bags, diapers and wipes pouches and the list goes on. Just because you're carrying baby gear 24/7, doesn't mean you can't look chic while doing so. Meet the designers over at Ajo Bebe who will outfit you in an amazing collection of baby gear decorated in incredibly fun, colorful, stylish patterns.

Ajo Bebe: Chic Baby Accessories

It’s amazing how much gear a little tiny baby requires. Changing pads, bibs, burp cloths, nursing covers, diaper bags, diapers and wipes pouches and the list goes on. Just because you’re carrying baby gear 24/7, doesn’t mean you can’t look … »» Read the article

Kids like to carry their toys and dolls with them wherever they go. Keeping tracking of them, however, usually falls on the shoulders of mom or dad. Carry Me Babies has just made parents' lives a little easier with its collection of t-shirts which allows kids to carry their favorite friend right on the front of the shirt. A handy little pouch on the front of each shirt conveniently holds a small doll or teddy so it's always available when your child needs or wants it.

Carry Me Babies T-Shirts: Doll Carrier & Shirt in One

Kids like to carry their toys and dolls with them wherever they go. Keeping tracking of them, however, usually falls on the shoulders of mom or dad. Carry Me Babies has just made parents’ lives a little easier with its … »» Read the article

When buying shoes for little feet, many parents are looking for function and fashion. Well, look no further! At Shoes for Little Feet, your tot's feet will look good and feel good. So whether your child is a future shoe princess or wants to tear up the town, you will find just the right pair. This online children's shoe boutique offers a wide selection of stylish, comfortable and healthy footwear for infants, toddlers, and young children. You will find shoes from such leading brands as Umi, Primigi, Naturino, Pediped, See Kai Run, Eleven, Keen, Rileyroos, Skeanie, Bobux, Livie & Luca, Jack and Lily, Beeko, Garvalin, Vincent, and many others. Shoes for Little Feet only offers high quality products that are good for the development of your children's feet.

Adorable Shoes for Adorable Little Feet

When buying shoes for little feet, many parents are looking for function and fashion. Well, look no further! At Shoes for Little Feet, your tot’s feet will look good and feel good. So whether your child is a future shoe … »» Read the article

With Spring in the air, it’s impossible not to think ahead and wonder how to look your best in Summer’s hottest fashions. For many, that means it’s time to get your pre-Summer tan on. This year you can skip the hassle of fitting in a trip to the tanning booth and save your skin from damage with Smart Tan. Smart Tan covers any unwelcome blemishes, stretch marks, spider veins, birthmarks, Rosacea, tattoos and more, while giving you a safe and natural-looking tan without making you orange.

Get a Headstart on Your Tan with Smart Tan

With Spring in the air, it’s impossible not to think ahead and wonder how to look your best in Summer’s hottest fashions. For many, that means it’s time to get your pre-Summer tan on. This year you can skip the … »» Read the article

Multitasking is one of the skills which new mamas learn to master pretty quickly. As soon as you’ve got a baby at home it’s not uncommon to start wishing for an extra pair of limbs – or two! Thankfully, the company behind the Simple Wishes pumping bra understands this desire and has done a great job helping moms get their arms back! Just ask celeb mommies Nicole Sullivan and Camila Alves, both of whom are happy customers.

Simple Wishes Hands Free Pumping Bra

Multitasking is one of the skills which new mamas learn to master pretty quickly. As soon as you’ve got a baby at home it’s not uncommon to start wishing for an extra pair of limbs – or two! Thankfully, the … »» Read the article

A former graphic and web designer for small business and not-for-profit organizations, mom of two-Kelly Reif, has turned her talents toward all-things-infant as her own family expanded. The result . . Oh Baby Prints, a labor of love to nurture new parents with warm, stylish greetings. New moms and dads will love the sophisticated, chic, clean designs and the ability to make their baby's birth announcement as special and individual as their new bundle of joy!

Oh Baby Prints: Custom Photo Birth Announcements

A former graphic and web designer for small business and not-for-profit organizations, mom of two-Kelly Reif, has turned her talents toward all-things-infant as her own family expanded. The result . . Oh Baby Prints, a labor of love to nurture … »» Read the article

We were recently introduced to Missie Moosie designs and fell in love. We think you will too when you see the line's fun, adorable, whimsical prints created for our youngest fashionistas. We love the mix and match approach of the brand. Dresses, skirts, leggings, tops, capris and even headbands coordinate to create multiple looks with a few pieces. Incredible details make this line truly distinctive. Fancy ruffles, ribbons, and intricate pockets are just a few of the Missie Moosie accents that make these pieces special.

Missie Moosie: Fun Fashion for Young Fashionistas

We were recently introduced to Missie Moosie designs and fell in love. We think you will too when you see the line’s fun, adorable, whimsical prints created for our youngest fashionistas. We love the mix and match approach of the … »» Read the article

As a new mom, getting back in to your regular clothes after having a baby can be a challenge. Finding time to exercise plus trying to make sure we eat healthy while breastfeeding can make losing weight a daunting task. Now there's help with Shrinkx Hips, designed to help mom get back her pre-pregnancy hips and into her skinny jeans.

Shrinkx Hips: Get Back into Pre-Pregnancy Shape

As a new mom, getting back in to your regular clothes after having a baby can be a challenge. Finding time to exercise plus trying to make sure we eat healthy while breastfeeding can make losing weight a daunting task. … »» Read the article

Unless you live under a rock, you know that Sex and the City 2 opens nationwide next Friday, May 27th! What you may not know is that Charlotte, the hostess with the mostess, and mother of two in the film, is rocking one of Unique Vintage's Cherry Cupcake aprons in the film! This adorable Cherry Cupcakes hostess apron, designed by Jessica Steele, features a delicious cherry cupcake pattern with baby pink piping. It also has two convenient front pockets and bow detailing. The apron retails for $30 at UniqueVintage.com. Unique Vintage is offering Celebrity Baby Scoop readers 20% off with the coupon code "hostess". Photo courtesy of UniqueVintage.com

Make Baking Chic with Charlotte’s Apron

Unless you live under a rock, you know that Sex and the City 2 opens nationwide next Friday, May 27th! What you may not know is that Charlotte, the hostess with the mostess, and mother of two in the film, … »» Read the article

The best part of being pregnant this Summer? You can wear this dress from More of Me maternity designs. Gone are the days when maternity clothes were drab and boring. Just ask More of Me designer, Jessica Boulanger, whose designs allow women to maintain their chic appearance during pregnancy. According to Jessica, her designs are for women who wish to avoid maternity clothes like the plague....often buying regular clothes many sizes too big and trying to make it work. The More of Me collection is designed to look like the most stylish non-maternity clothes, yet is crafted with luxurious, pregnancy-friendly fabrics and exceptional maternity fit. Because, let’s face it, your body is a tad unrecognizable when you're expecting. Designed by a fashion-conscious mom, More of Me has heard women say things like: “I know I’d have to give up sushi, soft cheese and dirty martinis, but these styles make me want to get pregnant for the clothes!” Now that’s quite a compliment. We love the versatility of the designs. They're perfect for casual wear as well as dinners and weddings. And there's no end to the fun, stylish designs for the Summer. Some of our favorites include: the Momshell Dress (love the flattering asymmetrical cut), the Ikat Print Kimono Dress (fun, summery pastel colors) and the full length Take it To the Maxi (hide those swollen ankles). We're not the only ones in love with the line. Hollywood's hottest mamas and mamas-to-be including Bethenny Frankel and Tiffany Thiessen have been spotted out and about looking chic in their More of Me fashions. More of Me is offering CBS readers an incredible exclusive deal. Enter coupon code babyscoop20 upon checkout and receive 20% off your purchase.

More of Me: Stylish, Comfy Maternity Wear

The best part of being pregnant this Summer? You can wear this dress from More of Me maternity designs. Gone are the days when maternity clothes were drab and boring. Just ask More of Me designer, Jessica Boulanger, whose designs … »» Read the article

Kids love stuff with their name on it. Backpacks, lunch totes, clothes, jewelry, bedding, you name it-sometimes it's out of necessity (making sure your child's stuff doesn't get mixed up with another's) and sometimes it's just a fashion statement. Rosemary's Scents has launched a brand new way to customize with personalized fragrances for kids. All the ‘A’ list celebs have their own fragrances, and now your kids can too!

Rosemary’s Scents: Personalized Fragrances for Kids

Kids love stuff with their name on it. Backpacks, lunch totes, clothes, jewelry, bedding, you name it-sometimes it’s out of necessity (making sure your child’s stuff doesn’t get mixed up with another’s) and sometimes it’s just a fashion statement. Rosemary’s … »» Read the article

What better way to show the world how much you love your family than with fun, new matching tees for mom, dad, and the kids? Sure, little sisters have worn cute matching dresses for decades, but Myah and Me has taken family love to a whole new, and fashion forward level. T-shirts featuring catchy phrases like "Sugar Mama," "Sugar Daddy," and "Sugar Baby" are sure to grab attention. These trendy shirts are designed to promote and strengthen the bond that exists within a family in a fun way.

Myah and Me: Matching Mommy (or Daddy) & Me Tees

What better way to show the world how much you love your family than with fun, new matching tees for mom, dad, and the kids? Sure, little sisters have worn cute matching dresses for decades, but Myah and Me has … »» Read the article