Remember Sophie, the teether giraffe? I wonder if these fungal characters will turn out to be like her: a whole lot cheaper on the continent than in the States (read the post I just linked to to see comments explaining how much less that toy costs in France).

As with Sophie, you might just find that you like them well enough that you just don't care. Who knew you could make a mushroom cute? A quick search for 'Chan, Pie and Gnon' - a working on the French for mushroom, champignon - will find you many retailers, but I saw them first at Ecobaby Gear, where each costs USD $14.00.

Back in March I posted about a new contender to the swinging cribs arena: the Kanoe. Now, via British baby blog Bambino Goodies, I discover the Swedish Mawok, basically another design option for the same basic swinging concept - although the Mawok also allows for a gentle up-down motion.

As yet, the Mawok comes with one bedding design (and that's what you'll want, because it fits) in a couple of colourways - you have the choice of orange or brown when you purchase, and you can buy a spare in red.

For me, the best feature is that you can install it either on a permanent wall-plate of temporarily over a door - your pack comes with both options, meaning you can have your baby asleep, say, both upstairs and downstairs, or take the whole caboodle on holiday with you.

We have consistently featured sushi items for kids. This crocheted platter is a delight as it's perfect for the littlest ones. Each piece of nigiri and maki has a rattle inside and all are set atop a fabric bento box. A sweet alternative to ho-hum toys of the same kind and perfect for keeping babes interested while traveling or out and about on a stroller.

Surely everyone would appreciate the simple yet sophisticated design of this owl wall clock? Sadly, at 49.99, it doesn't come cheap. OK, stop me now before I riff on the 'and it doesn't GO cheep' jokes.

It's so rare to find breastfeeding gear that you'd actually voluntarily wear even if you weren't nursing, that I thought I'd share this with you. The Diva dress has a lot of features I like, from its colourways to long cuffs, and a great cut for those who might still be feeling a little more curvaceous than they are used to.

I guess I'd like to know a little more about the 'discreet panel' that can be 'lifted for easy access' - why don't retailers show more nursing-wear actually in action? For me, it's an important consideration just how much bosom one would be flashing, or otherwise. But beyond that, love it.