Tummy tank

I wasn't one of those glowing pregnant women who walked around saying things like: "I've never felt sexier" or "I've never loved my body more." I didn't hate my shape, but I always just felt pregnant and squishy. And because my belly always popped late, I went around for months looking like I had just put on some weight. This maternity tank is good for women like me, who don't get the perfectly firm basketball belly for many months, but who want to set the record straight. But it's also good for those glowing pregnant ladies who want to show off their perfect bellies in this snug fit tank.

$38 at Tummy Ts

Knitted toddler backpack

Because of his beloved Dora and Diego, my toddler now loves backpacks. And I like that he's starting to carry his own stuff around! These toddler packs are knitted by Peruvian artisans and designed by the creators of the blabla collection. Backpack designs include frog, monkey, pig, ladybug, horsie, and more.

$39 at blablakids

Hot slings summer pouch

This hot sling is great for the summer because it's not that hot. Sounds strange, right? Although babywearing is super convenient and hassle-free, the double body heat does get to be a bit much in the summer. These pool slings are made of a breathable mesh that protects against UV rays, but are still strong and flexible. Can be worn in the pool, shower, or on any hot day.

$56 at the Sling Station

Monkey bib and diaper cover

Few things are cuter than little bums in bloomers or diaper covers. This bib and diaper cover set from Uncommon Goods is embroidered with a purple monkey for your own little animal.

$40 on Uncommon Goods

Guitar beach tunic

Lined with terrycloth, this beach tunic by Bebello dries little wet ones in style.

$40.80 right now on Babydagny

Red infant mocs

I love Minnetonka Moccasins- their softness, stretchiness, and their natural fit. These infant booties are made from a light supple suede, and their flexible fit and velcro strap mean they can be worn for awhile.

$18.95 at the Totem Pole shop

Babylegs!

Babylegs are no longer quite the latest news, but I still can't say enough about them. I almost always include them in a gift for new parents, and both my boys have a few pairs each. It's such a simple idea with so many uses, and the kiddos can actually wear them for a long time. Babylegs are great for crawling babies, useful as a second layer in the winter, and an easier alternative to tights. There are dozens of patterns, including rainbow stripes, argyle, cow, and bumblebee prints.

$12-20 at babylegs

Pea in a Pod necklace

From the most popular of gift sites, red envelope, this pea in the pod necklace is good for mother's day or any day. It can be ordered in sterling silver or 14k yellow gold with one, two, three, or four freshwater pearls.

$75 - $260 from redenvelope

Breastbottle nurser

My older son was resistant to the bottle, so I was pretty impressed with this breastbottle nurser when I saw it on the mom4life site. It's not as unwieldy or ridiculous as the fake breast contraption that Robert DeNiro wears in Meet the Parents, but it does offer the facial contact and softness that breastfed babies like.

Currently on sale for $12.75

Soft Bowling

I'll never forget the time I found my toddler lining up the beer and wine bottles from the recycling can. He had a hard soccer ball ready to go for his future game of bowling. I was getting some sun and daydreaming gardening at the time, so I felt like I deserved the bad parent of the month award. This safe bowling set from Latitude Enfant is made up of six soft "skittles" which squeak, and an equally noisy ball to knock them down with. If you can keep the set together, it's soft, safe, and fun enough to take them from the wee months to the not so small ones.

$34 at hanna anderson