Kids Atlanta - March 16, 2009

Ahead of the Pack

2009 Maternity Guide

No matter how prepared you are for the big day, labor always delivers surprises. Minimize the madness by being packed and ready to blow, er, go.

Toss It In
Get a jump-start with The Labor & Delivery Survival Kit (Entebello, 324 East Paces Ferry Road, Buckhead; 404-477-2933). The fully loaded mesh carryall is stocked with must-haves like soft socks, breath mints, and a dispoable camera.

Slip It In
After laboring, looking good for guests can be downright laborious. Our solution: Slip on Belabumbum’s Lotus lace nightie and matching kimono robe. The flowing cut flatters your form and easy-access nursing clips make feeding a snap (Due Maternity, 2140 Peachtree Road, Buckhead; 404-351-6262). Mention DailyCandy in store for 20 percent off your entire purchase through March 23.

Stuff It In
Ensure your essentials have plenty of room with a Dwell Studio weekender. Adorable and ample, this tote morphs into luggage for the little one when your new family hits the road (Jac, 245 North Highland Avenue, space 120, Inman Park; 404-681-4696).

GO
Musical Story Time
What: Explore a story through singing, instrument play, drama, dancing, and more.
Why: Little lambs love the custom bounce house.
When: Fri., 4 p.m.
Where: KangaZoom, 4479 Atlanta Rd., Smyrna. Register in advance at 770-379-0709 or online at noteabledifference.com

SEE
Class of 3000 Live
What: The one-hour play adapted from André Benjamin’s Emmy Award-winning Cartoon Network series.
Why: Don’t be an OutKast.
When: Sat., 1 & 4 p.m.
Where: Alliance Theatre, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St., Midtown (404-733-5000).

FLY
Birds of Prey Show
What: Outdoor, free-flighted show in a lakeside amphitheater educates and entertains.
Why: The spectacular swoops over spectators.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 3:30 p.m.
Where: Callaway Gardens, 5887 GA Hwy. 354, at GA Hwy. 18, Pine Mountain  (800-225-5292).