The Lascal KiddyGuard Retractable Gate

Are you a parent or a grandparent that doesn’t want their baby gate to be there all the time? Then the Lascal KiddyGuard Gate is for you. When not in use the gate rolls up so it is out of the way, it virtually disappears. It can be used in a multitude of locations; at the top or bottom of the stairs, in between rooms, in the doorway of a balcony or terrace, even outdoors. The gate can extend to 51” so it’s great for those larger doorways, like in between the kitchen and playroom. Don’t be fooled by the mesh material it can actually hold up to 225 lbs. The KiddyGuard is really easy to use. Unlike the other gates I only need one hand, so I can hold the baby and still open the gate without having to put him down. It also makes me feel safe when he is playing around the gate, because if he did miraculously figure out how to open the gate by himself it would let me know by it’s clicking sound, warning signal. Another great safety feature is that the gate locks when open and closed so he can’t play with it. Like I said before it is a great gate, especially when you’re having a dinner party and you don’t have to constantly open and close the gate for your guests. My mother in law also loves the gate because she can have it closed when the grandkids come over and as soon as they leave she can open the gate so she has her stairway back. There are no metal doors that she needs to prop open and no bar that she can trip over. All around it has been a success. Click here to read more about our KiddyGuard Retractable Gate.

Safety Issue on the Phil & Ted's Dash Stroller

We are all so excited to welcome the new dash stroller. There is an issue with a very small percentage of dash strollers that the stroller can collapse when in use. That being the case, we as well as all other authorized Phil & Ted's dealers have been instructed to send our entire stock of Dash strollers back to the manufacturer and will await the next shipment of strollers early to mid November. Until that time no Dash strollers will be shipped. We hoped to get this resolved as soon as possible. If you are in need of a stroller immediately we will be offering our customer an exclusive "Double Your Buggy" promotion were we will send you a free 2nd seat for either the Phil & Ted's Vibe or Sport Buggy stroller. If you would like to take advantage of this offer, complete the "need assistance form" on the left, and we will send you a promotional coupon. We hoped to get this issue resolved as soon as possible and will definately keep you updated!

Just added - the newest diaper bag collection from OiOi

Just wanted to update our readers about the addition of our newest diaper bag collection from OiOi. They have an incredible assortment of patterns and styles to fit almost any mood or occasion.

OiOi has continued to evolve, expanding from an Australian owned and designed brand to an internationally recognized label. OiOi Baby bags are stylish, innovative and practical bags known for their superb quality and reliability. The bags are loved for their spectacular designs, vibrant fabrics, and functional styles. This is a perfect diaper bag for any stylish mommy on the go.

Why are there so many strollers in the juvenile market?

Well another online baby store, how exciting. What may you asks, makes Babies1st.com different than the plethora of other baby store online? Well lets answer that question with another question.

Did you ever wonder why there are so many baby strollers in the juvenile market? I will tell you, it's because every mother has different needs and therefore is looking for something different to make the perfect all around stroller. The problem is when you have more than one goal in mind of what you want from a stroller. Are you looking for a good jogging stroller or perhaps a good stroller to throw in and out of the car during one of your many shopping expeditions. Do you have twins or more than one child close in age? Whatever your needs may be you are sure to find what your looking for at Babies1st.com. They sell just about every baby stroller in the market and with an educated sales staff to help you narrow down choices of what will best suite your needs. And they don't stop there, since they also operate a 6,500 sf baby store in Columbia Maryland, they educate their sales staff with hands on product training to better understand the product and field customer inquiries. Thus they are able to blend the personalized flavor of a in-store shopping experience, by taking it online.

Babies1st.com featured on DC Hot 99.5 Radio Show

First there was American Idol, now, our very own Hot 99.5 hosted their very own Baby Idol competition. Over several week period, entrants submitted pictures of their little cuties to the Hot 99.5 website and users voted everyday for that day’s “hottest baby”. Congratulations to our newest "Baby Idol" winner Malaina from Annapolis Maryland. She won our awesome babies1st.com prize pack which includes the newest and hottest products such as the

Peg Perego Skate Stroller w/ Bassinet

Perego Prima Pappa Best Leatherette High Chair

Britax Boulevard CS Convertible Car Seat

This September marks the 25th anniversary of Baby Safety Month, sponsored annually by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA). This year, JPMA is helping educate parents and caregivers on the safe selection and use of child restraint seats by providing valuable information for keeping baby safe in the car. An important responsibility begins with selecting a child car seat and using it properly from the moment you bring the baby home to every car ride after that. All 50 states have laws that require the use of a car seat. All car seats manufactured today must be designed to meet stringent safety standards set by the Federal government. In fact, child restraints sold in the United States are required to satisfy the rigorous performance standards established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and are certified by their manufacturers as compliant before they can be offered for sale. From rear-facing infant seats to forward-facing car seats to booster seats, there are more options available than ever before. There is quite a bit to consider when choosing the product best suited for you, your baby and your vehicle. A few of the more popular brand and JPMA approved car seats we like to recommend to customers is the Sunshine Kids Radian car seats and Britax line of car seats. There is an abundance of material available today for parents and caregivers looking for safety information regarding child restraint seats. This year's Baby Safety Month campaign and the information contained on this Web site provide insight into selecting and using the right car seat to make every car ride with your little one enjoyable. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to read through the safety tips, and a special section just for retailers provides ideas and helpful hints for promoting Baby Safety Month in-store. We invite you to celebrate Baby Safety Month 2008 This article was adapted from the JPMA website.

Uppa Baby Easy-Fit Car and SUV Sunshade

The product of this week is the “Uppa Baby Easy-Fit Car and SUV Sunshade”. It's the first sunshade that I have purchased that has not fallen off my window as soon as I start to drive. As a car seat technician I know how important car safety is. One of our biggest concerns is that someone may get into an accident and all the toys and things in the car will come flying forward. Just because something seems to be light, just imagine how much of a punch it packs when it comes flying at your head at 40-60 miles an hour. I don't think you would like that. But this sunshade has 10 suction cups holding it onto the window. It's not going to detach and come flying at you during a crash. Some of the features include: SPF 5 protection- blocks 80% of sun's harmful rays

A Stretchy mesh material that allows flexible window coverage up to 17 x 28"

10 Easy attach suction cups. 4 Patented, corner super-grip suction cups that screw onto the window, 6 side suction cups for extra strength.

If you have become really frustrated with those other sunshades or if you are looking to purchase one for the first time, this is my #1 suggestion.