Online - July 16, 2009

A Sleep of Faith

Sleep Must-Haves

Ask 100 parents their theories on sleep and you’ll get 101 different answers. (Ferber! Weissbluth! Family bed! Own bed!) But we’ve found a few things everyone can agree on.

REST
The modern design team at Oeuf clearly worked overtime to craft a crib (and dresser) that’s responsible (free trade labor), good for your kids (sustainable woods and nontoxic finishes), and moderately priced ($565 for crib). The result? Meet Robin.

GLOW
LED-lit creatures (ducky, frog, dino, pig, rabbit, to name a few) made of soft PVC change color to keep nighttime monsters at bay. Plus, they’re portable, making them perfect for midnight bathroom trips.

WRAP
Making their debut stateside are New Zealand’s Merino Kids swaddlers and sleep sacks. Soft wool regulates baby’s temp, while vents allow for seamless transition from buggy or car seat.

SNUGGLE
Quit tossing and turning and cuddle up with a handmade quilt from the boys at Got Me in Stitches. Perfect for strollers and car seats, they also come in sizes for toddler beds and sofas.

Just in case someone ends up on the couch.

For more ideas that will put you to sleep (in a good way), check out our local editions.

25% off MD Moms
The skin care line, Baby Silk, started by two pediatrician moms is lanolin-, petroleum-, and mineral oil-free. SPF30+ sunscreen towelettes are pure, convenient genius. Enter DCKDEALS at checkout; valid thru July 23. Free sunscreen towelette with each $25 purchase.

Kideos Launches
An online portal of videos appropriate for little eyes. You can personalize the site by age and content (Dr. Seuss, Mickey Mouse) to ensure Junior watches only your picks. Kid-friendly navigation leaves you hands free — for at least a few minutes.

Sonny Boutique
Unique gifts, togs, and toys for kids, moms, and babes with a nod to the nostalgic. Finds include mobiles from Frazier & Wing, onesies from Areaware, and wooden toys from Little Alouette. Bonus: Enter sonny30 at checkout to get 30 percent off the entire site July 17-19.