Sorry, folks! I know I have been away for TOO LONG, but I am back now and hopefully will get back on track with my blog and business. I honestly don’t know how so many of you keep it up on a daily or even weekly basis. Life always seems to get in the way of my blogging. It really shouldn’t though, right? I am impressed and proud of you all, hopefully you will be an inspiration for me to find the time as well.  Enough said, let’s move on!

I have EXCITING news! I have finally added a TOY to the website: Splashimals. They are terrific! What are they you ask? Well, I will tell you. It is a new bath toy and it is making a real splash into the baby products market. It is wonderful! I discovered it at the Javitz Center’s recent Toy Show (NYIGF). I literally “fell in love” with this toy.  Having an education background and being an early childhood teacher for many years, purchasing toys that have an educational component is almost second nature to me, especially when it comes to my own kids. Therefore, I bought a sample to try out with my youngest child who recently turned 3. I don’t know about you guys, but often, my daughter does not want to take a bath, for a while it was exciting for her, but now with the beautiful weather and daylight savings time, I think she would much prefer to be play outside than to worry about getting clean. That being said, it has become MUCH easier now, with this great tub toy.  It is so much fun, I enjoy “playing” it with her, sometimes I am not sure who has more fun, my kids or I?

Here is a picture of what it looks like: It is made by a company called Miliwik.

Above, is an example of a child combining the front of a CAMEL with the end of a FISH to combine and create a “new” animal called “cash”.  It is a very creative game and fun for not only your child but even the bigger kids in the family too.

Here is information on the SPLASHIMALS:

Product Features:

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 2 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Recommended for ages:2-11 years old

There are 4 stages of learning that goes on with Splashimals:

Stage 1: Baby Zoologist:

This is for toddlers 2 and under. Animal recognition.

Stage 2:Beginner Zoologist:

This is for toddlers ages 2-3. Mixing cards up to create animals.

Stage 3:Intermediate Zoologist:

This is for toddlers ages 3-4. The game of Memory.

Stage 4:Experienced Zoologist:

This is for children ages 5+. Mix the cards up to create new animals while also practicing reading skills when creating the new animal names.

Your baby/toddlers will have hours of great fun with over 225 different animal combinations they can create! Parents will be thrilled because we all know, “if our kids are happy campers” we are happy campers, right?”  They are free from BPA, PVC, Formamide, and meet all CPSC regulations.What are you waiting for? Come and get this toy for your child/ren, friends, etc. They make great gifts at just $14.99. We ship usually next day.

For a tad over $35, you can get 3 adorable onesies for your baby or a friend. They are Unisex and so so soft and organic too! They look so sweet on any baby. Come take a look at our great selection. JUST $12, at this price, they won’t last long, so hurry and check them out asap! 

For an additional $5, you can have them gift wrapped in a recycled box with rafia ribbon. A nice eco friendly touch for any baby gift.

If anyone already owns a wimzik organic onesie and would like to send us a photo of your adorable baby in it, feel free to do it here on our blog or email us at: info@startingoutsmall.com We would LOVE to see your cutie pie in this adorable onesie.

Also, on sale this week only: Our Tadbits Croak Coat and adorable matching pants by Bunnies by the Bay are on a GREAT sale, only $39.99 from $50. Hurry, this too will not last….here is a picture of it.