Dec 18

New iPhone Application for Babies!

Posted on: December 18, 2009 @ 8:00 am     3 Comments »

How many of you have iPhones? And how many of you use applications for children? I’m really curious, so don’t be shy, leave us a comment. If you do use iPhone applications geared towards babies and children then this post will definitely interest you. We didn’t even know that there were applications for children, but neither of Sarah nor I have an iPhone either. I think if I had one and was out and about alot that this might be something to keep a little one busy while waiting for appointments or even driving in the car as a family. But I will let all of you iPhone users decide as you look at this new iPhone application for babies…

Especially for iPhone Users

Orange Design recently released a new brand for iphones. We are privileged to introduce you to the new brand, Learnl, and its first application for the iPhone—Learnl Baby: Animals. Designed for babies 6 to 18 months, it features hand-crafted animations, charming music and beautiful color photographs. featureimage_babyanimals

Last month, Orange Design announced the launch of Learnl Baby: Animals, the first in a series of colorful iPhone applications designed to make learning fun. Designed for children aged 6 to 18 months, Learnl Baby: Animals introduces kids to animals using engaging illustrations, photos, and sounds.

Designed with little hands in mind, Learnl Baby: Animals uses a simple, one-touch interface on iPhone and iPod touch. There are no buttons or gestures to memorize. Like turning pages in a magical picture book, each touch of the screen offers something new. First, the child sees an animated illustration of an animal while its name is said aloud. The child touches the screen, and the animal’s name is shown in animated characters. A third touch reveals a photo of the real-world animal along with the sound it makes. Touch by touch, children will learn 20 animals in all.

Unlike most other iPhone applications for kids, Learnl Baby: Animals is specifically designed to be easy enough for even a 6-month old child to use, but sophisticated enough to continue to entertain as babies grow. But it’s not just the simple interface that sets Learnl Baby: Animals apart from other iPhone baby apps. In every detail, Learnl Baby: Animals is designed to delight young children, whether it’s the hand-crafted animations, the charming music, or the beautiful color photographs of each animal. Whether at the zoo or on the small screen, babies find animals captivating.

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Orange Design President Fred Sharples says,

Once my son was born, I downloaded several iPhone applications for him, but found them all too complex for his age. Babies see us using our iPhones, and they want to use them too. It turns out the iPhone is perfect as a learning tool: if it’s a simple enough game, even very young children can quickly learn how to interact with it. Plus, its constant availability gives parents a needed break during long car rides or delays at the airport.

Learnl Baby: Animals is now available in the iTunes App Store for 99 cents. Learn more at http://www.learnl.net/baby/animals

About Learnl

Learnl games reflect the belief that we all learn best when we’re having fun. Combining playfulness with education, each Learnl title is designed to be intuitive, approachable, and age-appropriate. Learnl encourages users to touch, identify, reason, create, and smile. For more information, visit  http://www.learnl.net

About Orange Design

Founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, California, Orange Design offers broad expertise in interactive technology, from educational games to web and interface design. Orange’s work expresses clarity and engagement, whether the context is a game for the Leapster handheld learning system, an interactive election map for CNN.com, or original iPhone games. For more information, visit http://www.orangedesign.com



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May 21

Birth Announcements That Make A Statement

Posted on: May 21, 2009 @ 12:00 pm     No Comments »

My name is Kim, and I am a stationery snob. I’ve tried and tried to get over it, I have, but its a sickness that no 12-step program can cure.

When my first two children were born, I focused more on their birth announcements than on my birth plan–and this time around has been no different. Within days of discovering that I was pregnant again, I was scouring the ‘net for beautiful, sophisticated, different announcements…and at last, I found them!

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Over at Dingbat Press, the Snookums Collection is an array of jaw-droppingly gorgeous letterpress announcements. From upscale photo cards to classic motifs such as rocking horses or flowers, each Snookums design offers new parents a distinctive and unforgettable way to introduce their own little snookums to the world. I can’t wait to place my order this fall!


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Feb 03

Just when you thought it was going to end, you get another snowstorm. Geez, does it ever end?

slippersSometimes, winter just seems to drag on and on, especially for us in the Northeast. We have 4 season – winter, mostly winter, partly winter, and almost winter again. If you don’t love snow and frostbitten toes, chances are you really hate this god-forsaken time of the year.

Fortunately, I found something that makes it a little less miserable. You can warm your heart and your aches and pains away with adorable Warm Whiskers!

On a cold night, just pop one of these Warm Whiskers in the microwave for a quick and toasty solution to work wonders on stiff necks, back spasms, poor circulation or arthritic pain. Only 90 seconds in the microwave will provide an hour of fragrant herbs and gentle warmth to bring you back to life. Melt away tension and pain while cuddling with their adorable critters.

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The adorable Eye Pillows and Slippers are great for chilly nights when you are sitting on the couch watching your favorite shows or sitting at the computer reading this blog!

eyewarmer2Whether heated up in the microwave or cooled off in the freezer, the soothing aroma of lavender combined with the comfort of buckwheat relieves tension instantly.

Warm Whiskers know that our pets calm and decrease stress. They brilliantly combine their aromatic and healing properties with the snuggly comfort of our favorite animals. Perfect for anyone that needs a little relaxation in time in their day. Warm Whiskers are portable enough to use when you travel, comfortable enough to nap with and cute enough to make the perfect gift!

kidsThey are also great for kids. You can get one of the large body pillows and heat it up for your child to take with them while they nap. The soothing warmth will make them think you are right there in bed with them, while the soothing and natural fragrances will help them sleep soundly.

Since these little guys can also go in the fridge, they are perfect for when your little one gets a bump or bruise. The cute Pocket Critters are the perfect size. Just take a Warm Whiskers out of the fridge and applying it to a little ones boo-boo. It not only helps to heal but decreases inflammation as well. Kids can’t help but smile when draped with one of our furry companions!

I have the Polar Bear Buddy body pillow and I love it. I heat it up and put it with my daughter when she takes her afternoon nap. He’s soft and super cuddly! I definitely recommend Warm Whiskers!!

Check them out at www.warmwhiskers.com


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Sep 05

Cold Season is coming. Are you prepared?

Posted on: September 05, 2008 @ 8:10 am     No Comments »

Nasal Aspirator

What: Nosefrida Baby Nasal Aspirator

With cold season coming along pretty quick, you better take the time to read this. First off, we’ll admit, this might freak a few moms out at first. But if you’ve ever had to stay up all night long with a stuffy baby you’re probably willing to give anything a try at least once, right?

This little contraption that moms from Sweden swear by, is the answer to all your stuffy baby problems. Just place one end of the aspirator against your baby’s nostril and then suck the other end to remove the mucous from your baby’s nose. I know it sounds yucky, but don’t worry, there’s a little filter in it so you’ll never have to come in contact with the boogers.

For us, it was a godsend. I can’t believe I got through the first year of my daughter’s life without this thing. Admittedly, I wished there was some way to suck the boogers out of her nose when she was stuffy. Ordinary nasal aspirations (booger bulbs) just don’t work at ALL. This little Nosefrida, on the other hand, works every single time without fail. You have to try it!

Price: $15.00 (worth SO MUCH MORE!)

Where: NoseFrida.com





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