stay cozy

for those of us interested in bpa-free baby bottles, the issue has always been, well, the glass. what if the bottle slips out of my hand and breaks? what if it's too heavy or difficult for the baby to hold? never fear, 2 chix is here and we have a solution. jam tots carries these super cool, colorful pea pod bottle cozies that slip over glass baby bottles thus protecting them from breakage. and... since they are made of neoprene, the cozies act as insulators keeping beverages warmer longer (or cooler as may be the preference for a toddler). beauty and brains...what more could we ask for?

clip clip hooray

physical therapist, sheridan savio, started designing and selling hair clips for children not only to up the "cute factor" of children's hair accessories, but also in an effort to make a strong contribution toward finding a cure for cancer. a twelve-year cancer survivor herself, savio donates a portion of all proceeds from her site, www.clips4acure.com, to the American Cancer Society and the Komen Breast Center. clips 4 a cure carries a plethora of fabulous hair accessories for women and children including headbands, pacifier clips, hats and ponytail holders. so, fancy-up your head...and join in the all-important fight to eradicate cancer...all with the click of a mouse.

for those about to rock

husband and wife team (oh...and also full time emergency room physicians and parents to 2 little boys!), cindy parker and scott stoughton, have carved out a niche for themselves in the world of children's clothing. the couple, who started oohlalamama in 2006, offer edgy rocker-style designs for children from birth to six years of age. we happen to adore this rock star tee, but if you prefer a more traditional style, ooh la la mama also offers these precious bloomer sets in several different styles. to check out their entire line, visit www.oohlalamama.com. we "chix" think their stuff..well, rox ;)

dont bug me

warm weather is here bringing with it picnics in the park, backyard bbq's, summer camp...and pesky mosquitoes. with all that time spent out of doors, and the incidence of west nile virus on the rise, ya gotta protect you and yours from those biting little buggers. but what insect repellent can you trust to work effectively that will not also expose your children to poisonous chemicals? according to the new england journal of medicine, organic bite blocker, is the #1 one ranked natural bug spray. made from plant extracts like soybeans and geraniums, it is apparently safe, natural and, according to the USDA, as effective as DEET in repelling mosquitoes, flies and more. oh yeah, and it's waterproof so fill up the super soakers, turn on the sprinklers, roll out the slip n slide. It is, after all, summertime.

on the lamb

hey little bo peep, 2 chix found one of your sheep! but, sorry little lady...we're not giving him back just yet. this little lamb is way too valuable to the sleep-deprived mamas of the world. winner of the i-parenting award and and stamped with the national parenting center's seal of approval, this woolly companion helps lull your baby to sleep using calming sounds such as a mother's heartbeat or the soothing sound of the ocean. and we all know- if baby sleeps, mama sleeps. ewe (yes, we're having fun with this one) can find sleep sheep at several on-line sites such as www.sleepsheep.com or belbambini.com. we think this is one baaaaaaad sheep, but in a good way.
sheepishly yours,
2 chix.

juicy before juice boxes

your hips are expanding, your ankles are swelling, your back aches...you're pregnant. so maybe you don't always feel so hot on the inside, but there is no reason you can't look SO HOT on the outside. we know real beauty is only skin deep, but mama, if looking sexy during pregnancy is a crime...we're your partners in crime! check out this great pair of maternity jeans by juicy couture. made of distressed stretch denim and featuring a three inch elastic front waistband, these jeans will keep you as comfortable as you are fashionable. pair them with the 2 chix chalk v-neck peek-a-boo tee or the black we're hungry tee, slip on your favorite flats and you're good to go...to the little league game, to your prenatal yoga class, or to starbucks for that non-fat, decaf, one pump latte you've been jonesin' for all day.

kid tested, 2 chix approved

do you find you're always wiping...something...off your child's sweet face? yeah...us too. that's why we love momspit. this alcohol free foam seems to magically dissolve even the stickiest mess from the cruddiest kid fingers, face...or whichever body part needs a little spiffying up. and, in the interest of being earth friendly, momspit containers are refillable and recyclable. the name...does not conjure up the most appealing memories. but, take it from 2 chix...and our sticky little offspring..this stuff rocks.