Now, I’m not normally the kind of guy that posts every geeky baby product I find on Etsy…actually, that’s exactly the kind of guy I am. Introducing the new Yoda Baby Pullover Hat by NYrika! It’s a little hot this time of year for a pullover hat, but this would

definitely be the hit of the baby shower if the expecting parents on your gift list happen to be Star Wars nuts. For those on the dark side, I suggest the 100% cotton Storm Trooper Beatles onesie by Sandbox Clothing.

Have fun and stay healthy,
Dr.MOZ

Also See: The Family that Joined the Dark Side,

and  The Complete Vintage Star Wars Set

If you are a new or expecting parent, you’ll soon be in the market for a baby book to save your special memories. Unless you’ve already been window-shopping at baby boutiques and chain greeting card stores, you probably didn’t realize that all you’ll have to

choose from are designs by Walt Disney and a handful of Victorian-inspired themes. Lucky for you, the moose M.D. does house calls.

Chuck the cartoons and the doilies my friend, the doctor’s prescription for a perfect keepsake book is a timeless design by Portland, Oregon’s  Edna Mae Baby. From pregnancy journals and specialty inserts to full-sized baby books and “School Years” collections, Edna Mae Baby offers everything an expecting parent could need. Best of all, your baby book will last for generations thanks to the high-quality materials including well-made covers and acid-free cardstock pages. Typical books from Edna Mae Baby feature:

Baby Pages:
Printed on high-quality natural white cardstock
34 beautifully designed pages (17 front and back),
20 photo pages
10 blank cardstock pages
Acid-free and archival

Pages Included:
* Intro
* Your hands and feet
* Birth Details Page
* Family Tree
* Who Are These People? (Parents Page)
* The World As It Was When You Were Born
* Waiting for You to Arrive
* First Glimpse
* The Birth
* Meeting You
* Birth Announcement
* The Early Weeks
* Milestones
* 0-3 Months (front and back)
* 3-6 Months (front and back)
* 6-9 Months (front and back)
* 9-12 Months (front and back)
* 1st Holiday
* 1st Birthday
* You Did What? (for funny memories)
* What Did You Say? (for quotes)
* Teeth Chart
* Growth Chart
* Doctor’s Visits (front and back)
* Showers and Gifts (front and back)
* Ceremonies and Celebrations
* Our Hopes Dreams and Prayers for you

Most handmade Edna Mae Baby designs will cost around $65.00, but you might still find a few $50.00 books on sale  (Lime, Modern Baby Girl)  if you visit their Etsy store soon!

Have fun and stay healthy,

Dr.MOZ

Somewhere out there in Mozville, a Psychologist is about to become a parent. People are searching high and low for an appropriate baby shower gift, but where would you go to find a specialized gift like this? Well…I’m afraid you’ve come to the wrong place if you’re looking

for something appropriate, but I suggest the Lil’ Freudian Baby Slippers. You’ll find them at the Neatoshop in sizes 0-6 months and 6-12+ months for $13.95! Did I mention that Sigmund’s tongue moves when the baby’s toes wiggle?

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Dr.MOZ

If you have a newborn in the house, there’s a 98.3% chance that you’ve been tugging on baby socks within the past 5 minutes. If that wasn’t bad enough, there’s a 99.6% chance that you’ll be doing it again 10 minutes from now. I know…the statistics are alarming,

but numbers don’t lie my friend. Are you ready to know why you’ve spent so much time pulling on baby socks? They keep falling down because your baby isn’t kicking it old school in a pair of Hank and JoJo Retro Tube Socks. Not only are they made from bamboo with AZO-free dyes, but they come packed in a recyclable paper gable lunchbox. I could go on, but I think the picture speaks for itself. Sweet!

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Dr.MOZ

> tip thanks to the moose M.D.’s peeps at KidCrave!

I’ve been in the baby business for some time now and thought that I’d seen every niche market possible, but then I received an email from A Jewish Beginning. The budding Judaica store specializes in unique onesies, baby bibs, and blankets, each with adorable

sayings like “Challah Back!” and “I’m A Kippah” in a variety of colors and sizes. If you’ve been searching for a unique baby gift for your little pisher, visit www.AJewishBeginning.com and tell them the moose M.D. sent ya!

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Dr.MOZ

> Do you have a fun baby gift or unique baby-related business to share? If so, follow your favorite moose M.D. on Twitter and shoot him a tweet @drmoz.

If the parents-to-be on your baby shower gift list have a soon-to-be sibling in the family and a “wrap style” baby carrier in their registry, you’ll love today’s tip. Moby Wrap, Inc makers of the popular cotton baby wrap now offer a fun version for kids called Mini Moby.

Designed for children ages 3 and up, the Mini Moby is the perfect toy and doll carrier for the older sibling often left out during the baby shower. Find the standard Mini Moby wraps in 14 colors at MobyWrap.com, or choose from one of their 3 organic cotton wraps!

Have fun and stay healthy,

Dr.MOZ

> Thanks to baby blog reader Christina for the tip!

I’m still not sure how I ran across the handmade giraffe high chair, but it looked like something Blanket Jackson might be gifted so I thought I should give it a post. Don’t get me wrong…it would obviously take unbelievable artistic talent and lifetime of woodworking

experience to build something like this. That being said, if you wanted to give a kid giraffe-themed nightmares and an eating disorder…you would put him one of these before every meal.

So, what’s your vote baby fans? Is the handmade giraffe high chair cool or creepy? Leave your vote in the comment box below. I must admit, I really have no idea how you guys will vote this time.

Have fun and stay healthy,

Dr.MOZ

> thanks to Kids Furniture Blog!

It’s time for an indie designer feature baby fans, and today’s Etsy find is…drumroll please…Giraffes and Stuff! Not only will you find a colorful collection of canvas growth charts and wall prints, but their matching wall decals will make designing a modern

nursery a snap. Are you in the market for a baby shower gift? If so, I recommend shooting over to the gift box section because the canvas growth chart boxes are nearly sold out. To learn more, visit the Giraffes and Stuff Etsy store or click over to their official website at GiraffesAndStuff.com.

Have fun and stay healthy,

Dr.MOZ

Doctor’s Note: Growth charts are shipped rolled and will uncurl naturally when hung, so whatever you do…don’t iron that print!

Breastfeeding in public is a touchy issue in some communities (especially in the US), but nursing covers can be an uncomfortable way to get privacy  during summer months. Not only are covers often too warm and bulky for moms to use outside, but they can also make

breathing difficult for babies.

Looking for a modern twist on the breastfeeding shawl? Diane Sam of Vancouver suggests that you try one of her MoBoleez breastfeeding bonnets! The “stay on head sideways” design ensures that it will stay on your baby (unlike the dreaded blanket), and the large bonnet provides shade from the sun so your baby will stay covered from the sun’s harmful rays. Each breastfeeding bonnet comes packed in an attractive hat bag, and did I mention that they are available in a variety of cute colors and illustrations?

If you are looking for a fun and unique baby shower gift for an expecting mom, a MoBoleez breastfeeding bonnet would be a great choice! Visit Moboleez online at www.MoBoleez.com, or contact Diane directly on Twitter to learn more.

Have fun and stay healthy,

Dr.MOZ

> Thanks for the tip Joe!

Looking for a baby shower gift idea that your new parents will grow to love for years to come? The bamboo MeasureMe Stick by Studio 1am might be the perfect gift that keeps on giving. It comes in three different color combos, includes great looking stainless steel

mounting pegs, and unlike the wall…the family can actually take this with them if they move. The catch, good design will cost ya my friend. The MeasureMe Stick is a hefty $120 at the Yanko Design store which is quite a bit more than most of us can afford to spend on a baby shower gift.

My prescription for the baby budget blues, make your own! All you’ll need is a piece of wood (preferably over 6 feet long), a ruler (to mark each inch), sand paper, and a few cans of paint. Your creation may not turnout quite a “mod” as the MeasureMe Stick, but your growth chart will be from the heart…not to mention $90 cheaper.

Have fun and stay healthy,

Dr.MOZ

Did you catch Editor-in-Chief Liz Gumbinner of Cool Mom Picks on Parenting with Annie Pleshette Murphy yesterday? Liz shared her list of the coolest gifts to bring to a baby shower and like all cool moms, she included the expecting dad in her gift list. I’m thrilled to

announce her favorite cool gift for dads was The GoodFather gift CD-ROM by yours truly!

You’ll find many more cool picks for mom, baby, and dad, for your next baby shower at CoolMomPicks.com. Thanks for helping spread the word about Dr.MOZ’s daddy gifts and gear Liz!

Have fun and stay healthy,

Dr.MOZ

Those searching for a unique baby shower gift might want to look into a super-cute Noonie by Lala’s Pequenos. Created with the softest cotton available, these cuddly sacks are created by indie designer and mother of two Alessandra (aka “Lala”). Regular Noonies start

at $45.00 and go up to $62.00 for organic material (while supplies last), so shoot over to www.LalasPequenos.com and tell Lala that the moose M.D. says hello!

Have fun and stay healthy,
Dr.MOZ