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Maternity Clothes
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Maternity Clothes :: Manhattan

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.

Maternity Profile
7311 3rd Avenue
Brooklyn NY 11209
718.680.8399
Notes: Check out the always awesome sale rack at this well-stocked boutique!
 
Bump
464 Bergen Street
Brooklyn New York 11217
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
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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


Clothes For Babies :: Brooklyn

 
Pomme
81 Washington Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.855.0623
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)
 
 
Old Navy
625 Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718.638.2897
Notes: Old Navy is always an old standby.
 
Half Pint
55 Washington Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.875.4007
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

Orange Blossom
180 Lincoln Place
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718.789.8953
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.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.

 

 

Baby Furniture & Nursery Accessories
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Baby Furniture & Nursery Accessories :: 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.

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!

 

Pomme
81 Washington Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.855.0623
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 NY 11219
718.438.2007
Notes: For that perfect Mom and Pop shop experience, try this competitively priced gem.

 

Baby Gear
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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!

Pomme
81 Washington Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.855.0623
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 NY 11219
718.438.2007
Notes: For that perfect Mom and Pop shop experience, try this competitively priced gem.

 

Places To Register
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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 10003
212.798.9905
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

Toys
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Toys :: Manhattan

 

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

Bookstores
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Bookstores :: Manhattan

Bank Street Bookstore
2879 Broadway (at West 112th St)
New York, NY 10025
212.678.1654
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.
 
The Strand
828 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
212.473.1452
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.
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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.

 

Stores offering Low V.O.C. Paints
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Stores offering Low V.O.C. Paints :: Manhattan

Beacon Paint & Hardware Company Inc
371 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10024
212.787.1090

Janovic
Multiple locations
janovic.com

Merit-Kaplan Paint
237 East 44th Street
New York, NY 10017
212.682.3585

meritkaplanpaints.com
 


Stores offering Low V.O.C. Paints :: Brooklyn

 
 
Doody Home Center
2461 E 17th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11235
718.648.6000
 
 
Klenosky Paint
543 Metropolitan Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11211
718.782.7141

Car Seat Installation
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Car Seat Installation :: Manhattan

Manhattan Childproofers Inc.
511 Ave of the Americas # 313
New York, NY 10011
212.367.3733
ebabysafe.com

Emily Levine
The Car Seat Lady

thecarseatlady.com

 


Car Seat Installation :: Brooklyn

Emily Levine
The Car Seat Lady

thecarseatlady.com
 
Manhattan Childproofers Inc.
511 Ave of the Americas # 313
New York, NY 10011
212.367.3733
ebabysafe.com

Baby Proofing
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Baby Proofing :: Manhattan

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
212.367.3733
ebabysafe.com

Peek-a-Boo Babyproofing866-322-8488
peekaboobabyproofing.com
Notes: Founded by safety expert, Alison Rhodes, and her husband Kenny Rhodes.

 

Baby Proofing :: Brooklyn

 

 

 

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Baby Gifts
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Baby Gifts :: Manhattan

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.
 


Baby Gifts :: Brooklyn

Pomme
81 Washington Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.855.0623
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)
 
Half Pint
55 Washington Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.875.4007
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

Orange Blossom
180 Lincoln Place
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718.789.8953
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.