This maternity boutique offers a variety of unique gifts, breastfeeding items, maternity clothes and baby clothes. The boutique also provides breastfeeding support and instruction from lactation educators.
The Nesting House is much more than a shop for baby clothes (although that is part of the store). This business sells both retail and consignment infant and children's clothing and also provides mothers with a number of services from free play dates to a space share for a number of businesses, including birthing classes, natropathy medicine and professional counseling services.
Puddlejumpers Children's Shop is a locally-owned and operated boutique. It sells children’s clothing, accessories and shoes along with items to keep the kids entertained and for gift-giving, including stuffed animals, activity gyms, alarm clocks, pirate ship kits, puzzles, bags, blocks and counting puzzles.
With locations nationwide, Bed Bath and Beyond sells home furnishings. Products include kitchen and bath accessories, kitchen electrics, rugs, lighting, furniture, wall decor, bedding, gifts, cutlery, luggage and hospitality appliances. Items for infants and children are also available. Visit Bed Bath and Beyond's website for more information on this store and the products it sells. Purchases may also be made through the website.
Urban General Store is a Chicago-based retailer specializing in the sale of novelty gifts, Chicago souvenirs, jewelry, books, home decor products, office supplies, party favours, greeting cards and baby items. The business stocks items according to seasonal holidays and maintains a website that includes a comprehensive catalogue of available products and also offers online ordering. Visit the website for a history of the organization, information on selling products through the store, media and more.
The Pump Station and Nurtury is a unique store designed especially for new moms and babies. Registered nurses Wendy Haldeman and Corky Harvey opened the store after having their own children and realizing that many new parents wanted more education and support in caring for their newborn. This store, one of three, features products, clothing, classes and resources for pregnancy, birth and newborn health. For breastfeeding, the store sells pumps, creams, pads, pillows, books, milk storage, nursing covers and nursing bras, tops, dresses and sleepwear. Books and videos are also sold, as are baby clothes, toys and care products. Classes are held on breastfeeding, baby care, pregnancy and childbirth, parenting, fitness, health and baby sign language, and the store partners with other organizations in presenting classes and activities for newborns. The Pump Station is also a valuable resource for information on local hospitals, markets, restaurants, parks and libraries.
Located in the Lumberyard Shopping Center, Magical Child West features a wide variety of natural, safe and eco-friendly products for children and parents. Popular items include toys, games, books, puzzles, gifts, cloth diapers, diaper bags, nursing bras, baby carriers, organic cotton clothing, parenting books, slings, natural teething products, blankets, swaddlers, breastfeeding aides and clothing for infants and children. The store provides complimentary gift wrapping and a gift registry for expecting moms.
Arlington boasts one of the locations for treasured children's store Henry Bear's Park. The store, across from the library, offers a variety of books, toys and gifts for babies, toddlers and children. Feel free to bring the kids while you shop, as there is a train table and a play table in the back to keep them happily occupied. In addition, the stores play host to various events, such as concerts and readings for children. Check the Web site to find out when events are taking place, or for that unique gift or trinket; but be sure to remember that the stores offer a much larger offering than what's on the site, so stop in to any of the three locations to view the full selection. The other two stores are located in Cambridge and Brookline. Also, don't forget to ask about a Henry Bear card, on which points are earned towards future purchases.
Established in 2003 and owned and operated by Jane Townsend, Embroidery Town offers embroidery for business and personal applications. The business also offers screen printing and minor sewing alterations. It is best to call the number provided before visiting the location, as this is a home-based business. Purchases may also be made through the website's online store.
Since 1981, this infants' and childrens' shop has served the Ocean City community. With clothing, accessories and toys for infants through 12-year-old children, this shop also features a delightful assortment of newborn designer booties, Gund and Douglas stuffed animals, Daisy Do infant headbands and hand-crocheted blankets.
Just what Old Town has always needed in a toy store, A Fair Day's Play offers fair-trade and union-made toys, games, books, sports equipment and apparel for children of all ages. From traditional toys to strategy games, hockey sticks, hula hoops and more, A Fair Day's Play has the goods to deliver smiles. The staff is friendly and helpful, and this zany, upbeat store also has a socially-conscious ethos that typifies Takoma Park. There's no lead-coated junk here -- rather, you'll find a selection of quality, socially-responsible products for kids.
This Bed Bath & Beyond is located in the 4S Commons Town Center shopping plaza. Part of a nationwide retail chain, it sells a variety of products to make living spaces more attractive and functional and for gift-giving. The selection includes everything from bedding, towels, sheets and curtains to cookware, small electronics, frames and seasonal decor.
