Belly Dance Maternity 548 Hudson St Ste 115 New York, NY 10014 212. 645.3640 bellydancematernity.com Notes: This is a branch of the hip store which originated in Chicago. Great styles and brands including Earl Jeans, Cadeau, and NOM.
Cadeau Maternity 254 Elizabeth Street New York, NY 10012 212 994.1801 cadeaumaternity.com Notes: Offers simple, stylish designs from stretch denim to silk prints, cashmere blends, and dressier gear such as satin dresses. The Cadeau line is made to last for your entire pregnancy with waistbands and a button-out system that adjusts for all three trimesters. The lingerie collection includes lace slips, camisoles, thongs and hip hugger briefs.
Barney's Maternity Department 660 Madison Avenue at 61st Street New York, NY 10021 212.826.8900 barneysny.com Notes: Offers its own maternity line, Procreation, and other designer lables like Mamaluna, L'attesa, Tocca, and Lisa Curran swimwear.
Destination Maternity 575 Madison Ave New York, NY 10022 212.588.0220 destinationmaternity.com Notes: Fantastic selection -- particularly great jeans!
Mom's Night Out 147 E 72nd St New York, NY 10021 212.744.6667 momsnightout.com Notes: Great niche store for maternity evening wear.
Veronique 1321 Madison Ave New York, NY 10128 212. 831.7800 veroniquematernity.com Notes: Veronique carries it's own line of French-designed high-end maternity wear. Though the prices are on the higher side, women swear they never felt sexier during pregnancy then when they were wearing a Veronique piece.
Old Navy 150 West 34th Street New York, NY 10001 212.594.0049 oldnavy.com Notes: This location is the largest Old Navy in NYC and has the best selection of trendy maternity styles at reasonable prices.
H & M 1328 Broadway New York, NY 10001 646.473.1164 hm.com Notes: H & M has its own maternity line called MAMA. What's especially great about their stylish clothing is the price; you dom't have to feel guilty about only wearing them for nine months!
Maternity Clothes :: Brooklyn
Boing Boing 204 6th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.398.0251 Notes: A local favorite with a playful name and great clothes! Carries really stylish brands like Japanese Weekend and Rebel.
Notes: Check out the always awesome sale rack at this well-stocked boutique!
Bump
464 Bergen Street Brooklyn, New York11217
718. 638.1960
Notes: Bump was another one of those great discoveries we Cradle staffers made while researching our resources. This store not only carries beautiful, hip fashions that Mommies continually claim they plan on wearing post pregnancy but it is also an aesthtically pleasing space complete with a sitting area and "mocktails".
Clothes For Babies :: Manhattan buybuyBABY 270 Seventh Ave. New York, NY 10001 917.344.1555 buybuybaby.com Notes: Bed, Bath and Beyond for babies...literally. Giggle 120 Wooster Street (between Prince & Spring) New York , NY 10012 212.334.5817
1033 Lexington Avenue (at 74th Street) New York , NY 10021 212.249.4249 egiggle.com Notes: If we at the Cradle could live in this store, we would. We love it that much.
Lester's 1534 2nd Ave New York, NY 10021 212.734.9292
Bu and The Duck 106 Franklin St. New York, NY 10013 212.431.9226 buandtheduck.com Notes: A lovely, quaint store with shoes imported from Europe and clothes sewn by the owner.
Karin Alexis 2587 Broadway New York, NY 10025 212.769.9550 karinalexis.com Notes: It's not hard to notice that Karin designs many of the clothes in this shop herself -- they are full of personal touches and vibrant colors.
Space Kiddets 46 E 21st St New York, NY 10010 212. 420.9878 spacekiddets.com Notes: A true Manhattan store -- small but filled with delicious clothing.
Peanut Butter & Jane 617 Hudson St New York, NY 10014 212.620.7952 Notes: You can guarantee that a piece of clothing purchased from this hip little neighborhood boutique will not be seen on many other babies. Unique, funky stuff.
The Children's Place Various locations throughout Manhattan childrensplace.com Notes: Very well regarded Gap-ish store with comfortable, reasonable basics.
Makie 109 Thompson St New York, NY 10012 212.625.3930 Notes: Extraordinary handmade clothes with an Asian influence.
Apple Seeds 10 West 25th St. New York, NY 10010 212.792.7590 appleseedsnyc.com Notes: The cute website alone could be reason enough to visit this amazing place. Moms in the area are thanking their lucky stars that this amazing resource came along in early 2007. Similar to Kidville (below), this is one stop shopping with classes, a boutique, and a cafe.
Kidville Locations on Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Tribeca, and Park Slope kidville.com Notes: Because of it's wide breadth of options, you will notice Kidville popping up in many different categories. This is truly a mecca for all things child. Resources include: a toy and clothing boutique, over one hundred classes, a cafe for both kids and grown-ups, a salon offering kids' haircuts and mommy manicures, and...a movie theater!
Bonpoint 811 Madison Ave New York, NY 10021 212.879.0900 bonpoint.com Notes: This Parisian owned store is true haute couture for babies. The prices may be high, but the quality is easily noticable and the styles are gorgeous.
flora and henri 1023 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10021 212.249.1695 floraandhenri.com Notes: Beautiful vintage inspired floral prints. Truly upscale.
Century 21 22 Cortlandt Street New York, NY 10007 212.227.9092 c21stores.com Notes: You would be hard pressed to find a better discount store than Century 21. They offer a large selection of newborn and toddler clothing at discounted prices (around 25% below retail) and carry name brands like Carter's and Absorba, as well as upscale designer labels including Baby Dior and fine European clothing. They also have a good selection of children's shoes on the lower level. Best to shop during off-hours since this store gets quite crowded!
Kendall's Closet 162 W 84th St New York, NY 10024 212.501.8911
Babies R' Us 24-30 Union Square East New York, NY 10003 212.798.9905 babiesrus.com
Tutti Bambini 1480 First Avenue New York, NY 212.472.4238 tuttibambini.com
Notes: Continually voted one of the best stores out there by New York Magazine, Pomme is the perfect combination of cozy, chic, and quaint. It not only carries beautiful clothing but the store itself is so calming, Moms want to hang there..and do! (There is a new moms support group every Friday)
Notes: Once again, we find ourselves envious. Why can't we adults buy our wardrobes here?
Area Kids Mulitple Locations (See Below) areakids.com Notes: Seldom can one find a store that offers both great merchandise and many convenient locations!
196 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.222.0869
233 Smith Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.522.6455
45 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.230.7495
107 Seventh Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.636.7235
145 Montague Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.243.0148
218 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11211 718.218.8647
Babies R' Us 395 Gateway Drive Brooklyn, NY 11239 718.277.3400 babiesrus.com
8973-95 Bay Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11214 718.714.6400 babiesrus.com
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 625 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.622.4057 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Firefly 240 7th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.965.3535 fireflychildrensboutique.com Notes: Very unique toys and clothes
Serimony Invitations and Annoucements 421 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.797.0679 serimony.comNotes: The quintessential Brooklyn shop where everything is funky and handmade, invitations and annoucements included. They also carry a small but precious selection of baby and toddler clothes.
Schneider's Juvenile Furniture 41 W 25th St New York, NY 10010 212.228.3540 schneidersbaby.com Notes: This is a family owned and operated business so there is real authentic, knowlegeable feel to the place. Their prices, expertise, and selection are excellent.
Kendall's Closet 162 W 84th St New York, NY 10024 212.501.8911
buybuyBABY 270 Seventh Ave. New York, NY 10001 917.344.1555 buybuybaby.com Notes: Bed, Bath and Beyond for babies...literally. Giggle 120 Wooster Street (between Prince & Spring) New York , NY 10012 212.334.5817 1033 Lexington Avenue (at 74th Street) New York , NY 10021 212.249.4249 egiggle.com Notes: If we at the Cradle could live in this store, we would. We love it that much.
Blue Bench 159 Duane Street New York, NY 10013 212.267.1500 bluebenchnyc.com Notes: Offers unique nursery furniture with a beautiful distressed look. A full interior design service is also available that Moms rave about.
Babies R' Us 24-30 Union Square East New York, NY 10003 212.798.9905 babiesrus.com
Planet Kids 2688 Broadway New York, NY 10025 212.864.8705
247 East 86th St New York, NY 10028 212.426.2040 planetkidsny.com
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 707 6th Ave New York, NY 10010 212. 229-1300 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Kids Supply Co 1343 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10128 212.426.1200 kidssupply.com Notes: A beautiful store that manufactures and designs all of it's own furniture and bedding. Though on the pricier side, a lot of the furniture is multi-use. For instance, a changing table that doubles as a dresser and bunk beds that can be made into twin beds.
CUSTOM NURSERY DESIGN
Charm and Whimsy Esther Sadowsky 114 East 32nd Street New York, NY 10016 212.683.7609 Notes: The name says it all! Esther often designs around a theme and will select fabrics and wallcoverings, and design custom furniture, bedding and window treatments.
Kids Digs Carol Maryan Architects 212 West 79th St New York, NY 10024 212.787.7800 Notes: Carol Maryan is a gufted architect who specializes in children's spaces.
Laura Beth's Baby Collection 321 E 75th St New York, NY 10021 212.717.2559 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Notes: Imagine the most distinctly beautiful items for a baby's room all in one place. Laura is a former buyer for Barney's who works one on one with each client and is rumored to have impeccable taste.
Robin Weiss 917.751.4112 paint-your-world.com Notes: Robin Weiss is the person to go to for beautiful murals painted in your child's room.
Kids Supply Co 1343 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10128 212.426.1200 kidssupply.com Notes: A beautiful store that manufactures and designs all of it's own furniture and bedding. Though on the pricier side, a lot of the furniture is multi-use. For instance, a changing table that doubles as a dresser and bunk beds that can be made into twin beds.
Baby Furniture & Nursery Accessories :: Brooklyn
Modern Tots 53 Pearl Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.488.8293 moderntots.com Notes: if it wouldn't look so funny, we adults would decorate our own rooms with the incredible modern furniture found at this great store. Also, a unique place to register!
Half Pint 55 Washington Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.875.4007 halfpintstore.com Notes: Just take a look at the kids on the website to see how hip the furniture, gear, and clothes are at Half Pint.
Ola Baby 315 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.422.1978 olababy.com
MB Furniture Discount Store 2311 Avenue U Brooklyn, NY 11229 718.332.1500 Notes: We would be remiss not to mention this superstore that specializes in furniture but also carries a great selection of gear at incredible prices!
Notes: Continually voted one of the best stores out there by New York Magazine, Pomme is the perfect combination of cozy, chic, and quaint. It not only carries beautiful furniture (such as the much coveted Ouef line) but the store itself is so calming, Moms want to hang there..and do! (There is a new moms support group every Friday)
Area Kids Mulitple Locations (See Below) areakids.com Notes: Seldom can one find a store that offers both great merchandise and many convenient locations!
196 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.222.0869
233 Smith Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.522.6455
45 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.230.7495
107 Seventh Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.636.7235
145 Montague Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.243.0148
218 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11211 718.218.8647
Babies R' Us 395 Gateway DriveBrooklyn, NY 11239 718.277.3400 babiesrus.com
8973-95 Bay Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11214 718.714.6400 babiesrus.com
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 625 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.622.4057 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Little King & Queen
4415 13th Avenue Brooklyn, NY11219
718.438.2007
Notes: For that perfect Mom and Pop shop experience, try this competitively priced gem.
Baby Gear :: Manhattan Schneider's Juvenile Furniture 41 W 25th St New York, NY 10010 212.228.3540 schneidersbaby.com Notes: This is a family owned and operated business so there is real authentic, knowlegeable feel to the place. Their prices, expertise, and selection are excellent.
Kendall's Closet 162 W 84th St New York, NY 10024 212.501.8911
buybuyBABY 270 Seventh Ave. New York, NY 10001 917.344.1555 buybuybaby.com Notes: Bed, Bath and Beyond for babies...literally. Giggle 120 Wooster Street (between Prince & Spring) New York , NY 10012 212.334.5817 1033 Lexington Avenue (at 74th Street) New York , NY 10021 212.249.4249 egiggle.com Notes: If we at the Cradle could live in this store, we would. We love it that much.
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 707 6th Ave New York, NY 10010 212. 229-1300 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Babies R' Us 24-30 Union Square East New York, NY 10003 212.798.9905 babiesrus.com
Baby Gear :: Brooklyn
Heights Kids 85 Pineapple Walk Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.222.4271 heightskids.com Notes: A real fixture in the Brooklyn community for all things baby.
Modern Tots 53 Pearl Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.488.8293 moderntots.com Notes: if it wouldn't look so funny, we adults would decorate our own rooms with the incredible modern furniture found at this great store. Also, a unique place to register!
Half Pint 55 Washington Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.875.4007 halfpintstore.com Notes: Just take a look at the kids on the website to see how hip the furniture, gear, and clothes are at Half Pint.
Ola Baby 315 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.422.1978 olababy.com
MB Furniture Discount Store 2311 Avenue U Brooklyn, NY 11229 718.332.1500 Notes: We would be remiss not to mention this superstore that specializes in furniture but also carries a great selection of gear at incredible prices!
Notes: Continually voted one of the best stores out there by New York Magazine, Pomme is the perfect combination of cozy, chic, and quaint. It not only carries beautiful furniture (such as the much coveted Ouef line) but the store itself is so calming, Moms want to hang there..and do! (There is a new moms support group every Friday)
Area Kids Mulitple Locations (See Below) areakids.com Notes: Seldom can one find a store that offers both great merchandise and many convenient locations!
196 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.222.0869
233 Smith Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.522.6455
45 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.230.7495
107 Seventh Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.636.7235
145 Montague Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.243.0148
218 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11211 718.218.8647
Babies R' Us 395 Gateway Drive Brooklyn, NY 11239 718.277.3400 babiesrus.com
8973-95 Bay Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11214 718.714.6400 babiesrus.com
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 625 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.622.4057 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Little King & Queen
4415 13th Avenue Brooklyn, NY11219
718.438.2007
Notes: For that perfect Mom and Pop shop experience, try this competitively priced gem.
Places To Register :: Manhattan buybuyBABY 270 Seventh Ave. New York, NY 10001 917.344.1555 buybuybaby.com Notes: Bed, Bath and Beyond for babies...literally. Giggle 120 Wooster Street (between Prince & Spring) New York , NY 10012 212.334.5817 1033 Lexington Avenue (at 74th Street) New York , NY 10021 212.249.4249 egiggle.com Notes: If we at the Cradle could live in this store, we would. We love it that much.
Blue Bench 159 Duane Street New York, NY 10013 212.267.1500 bluebenchnyc.com Notes: Offers unique nursery furniture with a beautiful distressed look. A full interior design service is also available that Moms rave about.
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 707 6th Ave New York, NY 10010 212. 229-1300 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Babies R' Us 24-30 Union Square East New York, NY 10003212.798.9905 babiesrus.com
Places To Register :: Brooklyn
Modern Tots 53 Pearl Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.488.8293 moderntots.com Notes: if it wouldn't look so funny, we adults would decorate our own rooms with the incredible modern furniture found at this great store. Also, a unique place to register!
Half Pint 55 Washington Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.875.4007 babybazaar.com Notes: Just take a look at the kids on the website to see how hip the furniture, gear, and clothes are at Half Pint. There is a storefront as well as an extensive website to register on.
Babies R' Us 395 Gateway Drive Brooklyn, NY 11239 718.277.3400 babiesrus.com
8973-95 Bay Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11214 718.714.6400 babiesrus.com
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 625 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.622.4057 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Ola Baby 315 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.422.1978 olababy.com
FAO Schwarz 767 Fifth Avenue (at 58th Street) New York, NY 10153 212.644.9400 fao.com Notes: FAO Schwartz is a landmark institution. Between the amazing selection and unique features such as the "Barbie Boutique" and stuffed animal jungle, you can spend hours upon hours in this wonderland.
Dinosaur Hill 306 East 9th St New York, NY 10003 212.473.5850 dinosaurhill.com Notes: This is exactly the kind of store you would expect to find in the East Village. Small and quaint with artsy handmade toys and clothes.
Hom Boms 1500 1st Ave New York, NY 10021 212. 717.5300 Notes: Small, friendly neighborhood shop. The downside--the aisles are a bit small for strollers. The upside? They deliver!
Geppetto’s Toy Box 10 Christopher St. New York, NY 10014 212.620.7511 nyctoys.com Notes: The toys here range from whimsical and offbeat to extremely classic.
Kidding Around 60 West 15th Street New York, NY 10011 212.645.6337 kiddingaround.com Notes: A nice selection of creative and educational toys including puppet theaters, dolls, musical instruments, Brio trains, dress-up clothes, and books. Free gift-wrap.
Little Extras 674 Amsterdam Ave New York, NY 10025 212.721.6161 Notes: Locals love how spacious and inviting this space is plus they stock wonderful stuff.
Mary Arnold Toys 1010 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10021 212.744.8510 Notes: An oldie but goodie--Upper East Siders have relied on this store for decades for great gifts and party favors.
Giggle 120 Wooster Street (between Prince & Spring) New York , NY 10012 212.334.5817
1033 Lexington Avenue (at 74th Street) New York , NY 10021 212.249.4249 egiggle.com Notes: If we at the Cradle could live in this store, we would. We love it that much.
Apple Seeds 10 West 25th St. New York, NY 10010 212.792.7590 appleseedsnyc.com Notes: The cute website alone is reason to visit this amazing place. Moms in the area are thanking their lucky stars that this amazing resource came along in early 2007. Similar to Kidville, this is one stop shopping with classes, a boutique, and a cafe.
Kidville Locations on Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Tribeca, and Park Slope kidville.com Notes: Because of it's wide breath of options, you will notice Kidville popping up in many different categories. This is truly a mecca for all things child. Resources include: over one hundred classes, a cafe for both kids and grown-ups, a salon offering kids' haircuts and mommy manicures, a toy and clothing boutique, and even a movie theatre.
Babies R' Us 24-30 Union Square East New York, NY 10003 212.798.9905 babiesrus.com
Toys :: Brooklyn
Heights Kids 85 Pineapple Walk Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.222.4271 heightskids.com Notes: A real fixture in the Brooklyn community for all things baby.
Acorn Toy Shop 323 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.522.3760 acorntoyshop.com Notes: You will never be disappointed at this incredibly unique toystore where most items are one of a kind. The owners happen to have some of the best taste we have ever seen.
Half Pint 55 Washington Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.875.4007 babybazaar.com Notes: Just take a look at the kids on the website to see how hip the furniture, gear, and clothes are at Half Pint. There is a store as well as an extensive website.
Firefly 240 7th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.965.3535 fireflychildrensboutique.com Notes: Very unique toys and clothes
Notes: This bookstore is aphiliated with the famous teaching college of the same name. Bank Street Books is inarguably the best children's bookstore in the city.
Corner Bookstore 1313 Madison Avenue (at 93rd Street)
New York, NY 10128 212. 831.3554 Notes: Charming neighborhood bookstore that has a wonderful selection of children and parenting books, and a very knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Bookberries 983 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10028 212.794.9400
Notes: Another great neighborhood charmer.
Books of Wonder 18 West 18th St New York, NY 10011 212.989.3270
Notes: An incredibly unique store where there is an entire section dedicated to "The Wizard of Oz". This is also the place to find rare and vintage books.
Integral Yoga Bookstore 227 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011 212.929.0586
iyiny.org Notes: This bookstore is for the earth mama in all of us. There is a comprehensive list of titles which include such subjects as raising a vegan baby,home birthing, and of course, yoga for mom and babe.
Shakespeare and Company 939 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10021
212.570.5148
716 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
212.529.1330
137 East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
212.220.5199 Notes: The Cradle has always loved the cozy vibe and lovely staff at this bookstore.
Notes: This is not the most famous bookstore in Manhattan for nothing and the children's section is nothing to scoff at--an entire basement with cozy nooks and crannies everywhere.
Bookstores :: Brooklyn P.S. Bookshop 145 A Front Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.222.3340 psbookshop.com Notes: There is storytime every Sunday at 4 pm led by the owner of the shop who is great with kids.
The BookMark Shoppe 8415 3rd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11209 718.833.5115 bookmarkshoppe.com Notes: This local favorite has many events for kids as well as bookclubs for Moms!
Book Court 163 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.875.3677 bookcourt.org Notes: A quaint storefront and a wonderful children's section with a storytelling area.
Spoonhill and Sugartown 218 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11211 718.387.7322 spoonbillbooks.com Notes: If for no other reason, visit this great bookshop in Willamsburg for its phenomenal name!
7th Avenue Kids Books 202 Seventh Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.840.0020 Notes: For the more budget conscious, this is a great option. Most of the books are used but in brand new condition.
Baby Announcements, Invitations, etc. :: Manhattan
Laura Beth's Baby Collection 321 E 75th St New York, NY 10021 212.717.2559 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Notes: Imagine the most distinctly beautiful items for a baby's room all in one place. Laura is a former buyer for Barney's who works one on one with each client and is rumored to have impeccable taste.
Kate's Paperie Multiple locations katespaperie.com Notes: Another store that Cradle staffers could live in if we were allowed! Offers an excellent selection of birth announcements including the traditional William Arthur and Crane's lines, as well as the more contemporary Blue Mug Design, Sweet Pea Design, Stacy Claire Boyd, and Indelible Ink. They also carry various fill-in-the-blank styles that may be handwritten or laser printed. Very knowlegeable staff.
Blacker & Kooby Stationers 1204 Madison Avenue (at 88th Street) New York, NY 10128 212.369.8308 Notes: Offers a large selection of birth announcements including Crane's, William Arthur, Chase, Regency, Special Delivery, Embossed Graphics, Arlene Segal, and many more. They also carry their own line of fine stationery and can have their in-house calligrapher scribe your announcements.
Double Happiness Creations 333 Hudson Street 6th Floor New York, NY 10013 212.627.2061 doublehappinesscreations.com BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Notes: Work one on one with Yvonne, the designer behind Double Happiness, to create your perfect, customized announcement and/or invitation. Samples of her Asian influenced work can be seen on her website.
Mrs. John L. Strong 699 Madison Avenue, 5th floor New York, New York 10021 212.838.3775
mrsstrong.com Notes: The creme de la creme of stationers, Mrs. John L. Strong is the only company in New York which still does hand engraving. There is nothing finer as Martha Stewart herself will attest to as she is a regular customer. There is also a boutique at Barney's.
Jamie Ostrow 8th St. (near Broadway) New York, NY 10010 212.675.4650 CALL AHEAD TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AND GET DIRECTIONS TO THE STORE Notes: If you are looking for the polar opposite of classic and want to get a little more funky with color and font, hit this downtown spot.
Lincoln Stationers 43 West 33rd Street 3rd Floor New York, NY 10001 212.459.3500 lincolnstationers.com
Soho Letter Press 69 Greene Street New York, NY 10012 212.334.4356 soholetterpress.com
Baby Announcements, Invitations, etc. :: Brooklyn
Lion in the Sun 232 7th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.369.4006 Notes: God, we love fine paper and wish a shop like this existed on every corner! Wonderful selection and they will work with you to make sure you get exactly what you want.
Serimony Invitations and Annoucements 421 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.797.0679 serimony.com Notes: The quintessential Brooklyn shop where everything is funky and handmade, invitations and annoucements included. They also carry a small but precious selection of baby and toddler clothes.
Overtures 216 Hicks Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.643.9345 Notes: A very nice selection of announcements that range in price and style.
Howard Applebaum Baby Proofers Plus 212.628.8052 Notes: When it comes to babyproofing in Manhattan, Howard Applebaum seems to be the big man on campus. He offers a free consultation with a recommendation and estimate of what you need. And, if you decide to use him, he installs everything himself.
All Star Baby Safety 444 East 86th Street New York, NY 10028 212. 396.1995 allstarbabysafety.com Notes: This service will also travel to Westchester, Long Island, and Nassau.
Manhattan Childproofers Inc. 511 Ave of the Americas # 313 New York, NY 10011 212.367.3733ebabysafe.com
Go To Baby 315 East 57th St. New York, NY 212.223.8090 gotobaby.com Notes: Amazing gift baskets at good prices. The selection is vast and they even have a little retail shop to check out some of the goods in person. Karin Alexis 2587 Broadway New York, NY 10025 212.769.9550 karinalexis.com Notes: It's not hard to notice that Karin designs many of the clothes and accessories in this shop herself--they are full of personal touches and vibrant color.
City Cricket 215 W 10th St New York, NY 10014 212.242.2258 citycricket.com Notes: The gift items at this West Village gem are unique and distinctive right down to the wrapping paper.
Cocoa Crayon 212.439.9346 cocoacrayon.com Notes: Owner Lisa Moss is friendly and knowlegeable about all things pertaining to children (and some adult) gifts.
Giggle 120 Wooster Street (between Prince & Spring) New York , NY 10012 212.334.5817 1033 Lexington Avenue (at 74th Street) New York , NY 10021 212.249.4249 egiggle.com Notes: If we at the Cradle could live in this store, we would. We love it that much.
Notes: Continually voted one of the best stores out there by New York Magazine, Pomme is the perfect combination of cozy, chic, and quaint. It not only carries beautiful clothing but the store itself is so calming, Moms want to hang there..and do! (There is a new moms support group every Friday)
Notes: Once again, we find ourselves envious. Why can't we adults buy our wardrobes here?
Area Kids Mulitple Locations (See Below) areakids.com Notes: Seldom can one find a store that offers both great merchandise and many convenient locations!
196 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.222.0869
233 Smith Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.522.6455
45 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.230.7495
107 Seventh Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.636.7235
145 Montague Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.243.0148
218 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11211 718.218.8647
Babies R' Us 395 Gateway Drive Brooklyn, NY 11239 718.277.3400 babiesrus.com
8973-95 Bay Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11214 718.714.6400 babiesrus.com
Baby Depot At Burlington Coat Factory 625 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 718.622.4057 babydepot.com Notes: Though this may not be the "boutique" vibe where you get great one on one service, Baby Depot is worth knowing about because of it's extensive selection and extremely competitive prices. Also, a great place to register.
Firefly 240 7th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.965.3535 fireflychildrensboutique.com Notes: Very unique toys and clothes
Serimony 421 Court Street Brooklyn, NY 11231 718.797.0679 serimony.com
Notes: The quintessential Brooklyn shop where everything is funky and handmade, invitations and annoucements included. They also carry a small but precious selection of baby and toddler clothes.
Heights Kids 85 Pineapple Walk Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.222.4271 heightskids.com Notes: A real fixture in the Brooklyn community for all things baby.
Modern Tots 53 Pearl Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.488.8293 moderntots.com Notes: if it wouldn't look so funny, we adults would decorate our own rooms with the incredible modern furniture found at this great store. Also, a unique place to register!
Acorn Toy Shop 323 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.522.3760 acorntoyshop.com Notes: You will never be disappointed at this incredibly unique toystore where most items are one of a kind. The owners happen to have some of the best taste we have ever seen.
