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Major League Baseball has begun!  There is nothing more adorable (& distracting) than seeing a cute little baby in their team gear while at a baseball game.  Here are some cute MLB infant team clothes:

                                       Angels 2-Piece Newborn Creeper & Bootie Set: $18.99

                                             San Diego Padres 2-Pack Bootie Set: $7.97

                                          New York Yankees Pink My First Cap: $12.95

                                  Tampa Bay Devil Rays Infant Onsie, Bib & Booties 3pc Set: $9.97

                                Reebok MLB Clubhouse Lining Yankees Infant Shoes: $29.99

                                           Chicago White Socks Infant Windsuit: $26.99

                                         Boston Red Socks My First Tee: $9.95

                        New York Yankees White Pinstripe Infant Button Down Jersey: $37.95

                        Majestic New York Yankees Infant Girls Two Piece Outfit Set: $19.95

Babyccino features an adorable hedgehog pencil holder from Amsterdam.

Bambino Goodies reviews Jackson Reece Herbal Baby Wipes. 

Bloesem features art by Ana Ventura  suitable for all ages.

This week on the Smarter Babies & Kids Blog we covered:

MSNBC’s “12 Toys for Your Transitioning Tot.

If you’re child loves Play-Doh here are some great toys to encourage more creativity.

My picks for the Top 6 Designer Diaper Bags on Sale & found on Smarter.com.

Many toy & product recalls:

        Toy Penguins & Water Bottles Recalled

        Ring Toss Games Recalled

        Plush Rockers Recalled

        More Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled

Have a great weekend!        

Boys’ Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings have been recalled by High Energy - Children can strangle on drawstrings.

“Immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact High Energy for a full refund.”

Click here to reaed the full press release & to see more pictures.

If you want a designer diaper bag, but don’t want to pay designer prices here are 6 of my favorite designer diaper bags on Smarter.com:                                    

                                     Skip Hop Duo Double Diaper Bag: $80 Now: $72

                                  Skip Hop Duo Diaper Bag in Olive Canvas: $54 Now $39

                                    Fleurville Sling Tote - Ballistic: $149.95 Now: $119.96

                                        OiOi Woolen Check Messenger: $150 Now: $79.95

                                              Skip Hop Saddle Bag Black: $34 Now: $28

                                 Pink Floral Bouquet Messenger Diaper Bag by OiOi: $180 Now: $119

For more diaper bags click here.

Plush Rocker Toys have been recalled by Tek Nek Toys due to “fall hazard.”

“Immediately take the rocker toys away from young children and contact Tek Nek Toys for a free replacement base.”

Click here to read the full press release & to see more pictures.

When I was a kid I LOVED Play-Doh!  They have some cool play mats & craft playsets now for the kiddies for more creative Play-Doh playtime.  I found some cool ones for low prices using Smarter.com: 

                                                        Play-Doh Octopus Playset: $11.24

This octopus has a little group of sea pals that help your child create more sea creatures.

                                              Play-Doh Super Craft Caddy: $15.99

This looks like so much fun & serious creativity for hours for your kids.  They can enjoy 4 Play-Doh crafts: “stained glass” art, “sand art”, “bead”-making, & “cake” decorating.  I love the play mat that gives great ideas for items to create. 

                                                           Play-Doh Creativity Center: $18.99

This set somes with 45 accessories so your children can’t possibly run out of ideas!

                                           Play-Doh EZ 2 Do Silly Friends Jumbo Set: $17.99

Your kids can make fun “normal” or odd looking friends.  Wherever their imagination takes them.

For more Play-Soh playsets & other items click here.

Educational Insights has recalled Ring Toss Games due to “violation of lead paint standard.”

“All purchasers have been contacted and requested to return the games for a store credit or refund.”

Click here to read the full press release.

What would you say?  Post your caption in our comments section. 

Downeast Concepts Inc. recalls Water Bottles due to “violation of lead paint standard.”

“Immediately take the recalled water bottles away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.”

Click here to read the full press release.

Plan Toys Inc has recalled Toy Penguins due to “laceration hazard.”

“Immediately take the penguin toys away from children and return them to the store where purchased to receive a refund. Consumers also can contact Plan Toys to receive instructions on returning the penguin toys via mail for a refund.”

Click here to read the full press release.

eBay’s gadget and toy director, Cat Schwartz, has come up with a list of the best gadgets for toddlers:

                                         Kaboost Lightweight Portable Chair Booster Seat: $34.99

Lifts toddlers up to the dinner table so they can eat with the family - Comes in Chocolate, Lime & Natural.

                                      Elmo Live: Pre-sale on August – In retail stores on Oct. 14, 2008

The is the “Most Animated Elmo Doll Ever“ that I discussed not too long ago. 

                                         Oregon Scientific Multi-Room Climate Monitor: $89.99

Gives a temperature & humidity reading for up to 3 rooms so you can make sure your child is comfortable. Also, give weather reports for your area.

                                                                             Okidog Fropper: $69.99

Easy to travel with & store.  Also, lots of fun!

                                                                Safety 1st Jack Potty: $36.56

This potty uses positive reinforcement to train your child with spinning shapes & music.

                                        Summer Infant Flat Screen Monitoring System: $299.99

Baby survaillance so you can monitor your children from another room.

                                                             Discovery Moon In My Room: $29.95

Mount this cool moon shaped lamp in your children’s room & they will have a little light while sleeping.

                                                                   CARES Kids Fly Safe: $74.79

Use this with the plan seat belt to make sure your child is safe, secure & comfortable.

                                                           Made For Me MP3 Player:  $69.99

Your toddler can use their own MP3 Player vs. your cherished iPod.

                                                                  Boon Flo:  $13.99

Protect your child’s head, easily rinse out their hair & create a bubble bath with this device.

                                                                     The Safe Sippy:  $14.95

This cool looking sippy cup is made of an environmentally friendly stainless-steel material & is nonleaching.

                                                         Step2 Fire Engine Toddler Bed: $169.99

This bed is so cute & will help your child use their imagination.

Click here to read the full article from MSNBC.com.