New parents can record each and every milestone in this Peter Rabbit Baby Book, which comes with envelopes for storing keepsakes, and a fold out height-chart for tracking a child's growth. And the soft colors and delicate drawings will pair well with any nursery. $20, Penguin.

We adore this organic corduroy jumper from Starting Green, but the best part is the website where it is sold. Shopflick.com is a great forum for you upstart retailers and crafty types itching to launch your own line. Upon joining, you can upload a video testimonial of your product and story, set up an online store, and instantly increase your exposure. For those of you who resolved to start that business you've been dreaming of in 2009, consider this a sign. Jumper, $25, Starting Green.

A reprint of the 1970 original by experimental Italian designer Bruno Manari, the Plus and Minus game is an exercise in imagination and reinvention. Your kid becomes the artist with this set of 72 cards can be layered and ordered to create different landscapes and unique, frame-worthy images. $60, Modern Child.

We get just as excited about toys and clothes as the next guy, but sometimes the cheesy old adage "It's better to give than to receive" rings true. Clear your consumerist conscience and teach the kids a little something about being generous by donating to your charity of choice. We are fans of Heifer International, which, rather than providing families with food or money, provides them with the means to secure those things for themselves by giving cows, goats, chicks, and other livestock. From $20, Heifer International.

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These Windrider Bicycle Clips fasten on to pant legs to keep fabric out of spokes, and are adorned with silver wings so your little cyclist can channel Hermes himself. The safety will satisfy you and the fantasy, him. $15, MoMA.

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Get kids psyched about spelling with this alphabet pop up book by French graphic designer Marion Bataille. Each letter folds out into a three-dimensional shape-- anything to make reading more fun. $13, Tower Books.

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Your budding rockstar babe can strum to her heart's content on this stuffed ukulele from the French tastemakers at Olivelse, and the silent strings are much easier on the ears than that shrill recorder. $78, Olivelse.

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These classic button-downs will please everyone from the banker to the band member, so, whether he prefers preppy gingham or hipster flannel, get your man a whole stack of them. From $30, J. Crew.

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With this portable photo printer from Polaroid, Dad can cut out the middle man and produce pics himself with the touch of a button. The paper is sticky on the back, so he can easily slap those snaps of you and the kids on his bathroom mirror or office door. $100, Polaroid.

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Your guy can use these mother of pearl shoehorns for their namesake purpose, but we prefer them hung prettily in the bathroom or boudoir. Think of this decor idea as a gift for both of you. From $45, Waterworks.

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If your man dreams of escaping the big city for a Tuscan villa, adopt him an olive tree from Nudo Italia and he can reap the benefits without taking the trip. For a fair price, he will receive three shipments of the tree's products, including extra virgin olive oil, flavored oils, and a personalized adoption certificate and booklet about his little patch of Italy. About $100, Nudo.

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Pamper your man's face with this calming Omorovicza Soothing Shave. Bursting with healthy ingredients like anti-inflammatory Hungarian minerals, cooling camphor, and vitamin E, it will protect his skin from dryness and in-grown hairs. Don't be surprised if you start sneaking some for your legs. $25, Neiman Marcus.

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50-year-old tabletop company Dansk truly epitomizes their 'stylish and functional' motto with this Flamestone Pitcher, reissued from a 1970's collection. The color is warm, the shape is rustic, and the sturdy stoneware is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe. $50, Dansk

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They say to buy people gifts that they wouldn't buy themselves, and this clutch is just that. Stylish, whimsical, a little impractical-- and totally irresistable. $295, Lauren Merkin.

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This limited edition trio of solid fragrances includes the original Happy scent, as well as complementary pens that emphasize either of Happy?s two main notes, floral and citrus. Scribble over your pulse points anytime you need a little refreshment. $30, Clinique counters nationwide.

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This retro notepad of heavy card stock, nested in a hefty lucite tray, is the ultimate in glam desk decor. And hey, it beats jotting your messages on a legal pad. $48, Iomoi.

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These literary birdhouses, constructed from old classics, are the perfect treasure for a mom that is a nature lover, a bookworm, or both. $135, Zippergifts.com

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    Designer Jodie Freid calls these squeezable pals from Bholu Bubalahs, which means sweetheart in Hebrew. The charming critters are made by traditional Indian artisans. We think your own little Bubalah could use one to love. From $40, Bholu.

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The animal lover in your brood doesn't have to travel to the zoo to observe a menagerie of giraffes, elephants, and exotic birds. Romp's Wooden World of Color creatures, made of cut wood and specialty papers in bold, bright prints, will make the perfect playmates. From $55, Romp.

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   Your pre-teen is constantly strapped to his iPod, so why not get him this set of hi-tech headphones and reaffirm your standing as 'cool mom'? The sound quality is stellar, the look is cool, and, bonus for you, with the bright and bulky style, he won't be able to stealthily sneak tunes while at the dinner table. $120, The Conran Shop.

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Sometimes your kid takes less of an interest in the toy you gave him than in the freaking box the thing came in. The people at Cardboard Design have decided to embrace this inevitability rather than curse it, with their lot of kids toys made from just what the little ones apparently desire-- cardboard. $49, Cardboard Design.

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Play dough has timeless appeal, and Clementine Art Kits has given our old favorite a modern day update by making a fruit-scented, organic set. Just be sure your overzealous youngsters don't try to eat the yummy-looking stuff. $38, Clementine Art Kits.

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While gift hunting, we find ourselves wondering whether to go for a 'want' or a 'need'. This year, give him the gift of convenience and luxury with Cole Haan's sophisticated down travel jacket.  It is artfully crafted in rip-stop nylon with top stitching design, exposed welted pockets and a stand collar-- but best of all, it packs neatly into a travel neck pillow.

This kaleidoscope kit comes equipped with mirrors, beads, and lenses, so crafty kids can customize their new favorite toy. Want to up the creativity ante? Try adding items of your own, by including buttons, baubles, flower petals, paper clips, or fabric scraps.

While working as a photographer, Elephant founder Leslie Hassler designed her kids' clothes on the side. After fielding questions from everyone from her friends to her celebrity subjects (like Julia Roberts!) on where she bought the stylish duds, Hassler decided it was time to start her own line. Check out her funky, playful pieces, and our favorites, the stuffed animals in funny shapes and bright colors.

One of the exciting things about the upcoming new year, aside from the drinking of champagne and the making and breaking of resolutions, is getting a new planner to slip in your tote or calendar to adorn your desk. We particularly like these sweet ones from Night Owl Paper Goods, so start off 2009 with a clean (and cute) slate.

You want your kids to learn the fine art of making chocolate chip cookies and grilled cheese sandwiches, but you can't pull them out of the playroom long enough to administer cooking lessons. Why not bring the toys into the kitchen with these utensils from Head Chef? Their fun colors and bendable bodies make a spatula seem even more exciting to a junior baking enthusiast.

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Squeeze some childhood memories in to your beauty routine with Paul & Joe's Disney Collection. The adorable limited edition line comes in Disney inspired packaging and features two luminous face shimmers, a super hydrating lip treatment, and a peachy hand cream with jojoba oil to keep out the drying winter cold. These treats aren't just for your inner child? keep the kids' hands and lips nourished, too, with these moisture-rich cuties.

Launched this week, online jewelry boutique charmandchain.com is so well-stocked with lust-worthy baubles and gems, it has our mouths watering. The site's pedigreed curator is a certified gemologist and personal engagement ring consultant, but most important is her excellent taste. Go here to find gifts suitable for any price range or level of style-saavy. That is, if we don't buy her out first...

These map-adorned postcards from Sweet Bella come with a needle and thread, so you can stitch in places you've visited or routes you've followed, and then pop them in the mail to share with friends. Or, frame and hang on the wall, and reminisce over your travels once vacation is over.

We know you love your #1 Mom version, but these  mugs from Rosenthal are about to usurp your preferred morning coffee cup. Their funny, stylized little faces will add whimsy to your morning mood, and though they're porcelain, they're sure to become favorites for sturdier-handed kids when sipping juice or eating ice cream. They may even forgive you for retiring that Mother's Day mug they made to the back of the kitchen cabinet. Call Rosenthal at 800.804.8070 to purchase these styles (named Gogo, June, Otto and Pop).

With bleak winter months looming, the time feels ripe to brighten up your doorstop with this rustic and pretty welcome mat from Anthropologie. It makes the perfect housewarming gift and, in this case, we are all for putting form before function--It's almost too cute to wipe your muddy boots on.

And now, a recommendation for our favorite way to be socially conscious--by shopping! These Fair Winds Trading Rwanda Market Totes, available at Macy's, are made of 100% African cotton. The exotic patterns are designed to echo the exuberant dress of Rwandan women. So add a dash of boho-chic to your wardrobe, while contributing to Rwanda's first ever textile exporting business.

These teddy bears, with their bright graphic patterns and old-fashioned shape, will satisfy both parents who are design-saavy and kids who need a cuddle buddy. The quirky guys are part of Areaware's Fauna line, which also offers silk-screened onesies, tees and pillows, so you can outfit your kid and your crib in style.

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To get in an appropriately spooky mood, we suggest you dig into Bone Soup, which tells the story of a friendly skeleton named Finnigin who goes hungry on Halloween. Kids will love the sweet story and you will love the clean illustrations, though expect some exclamations of "Ew, gross!" in regards to Finnigin's stew of eyeballs and toe nail clippings. But let's be honest, that concoction might be downright healthy compared to the mounds of sugar they'll be putting in their bellies come Friday.

Submit a photo of your most creative jack-o-lantern carving, and you could win this and all of our other favorite Halloween goodies!

One of our favorite Breast Cancer Awareness Month finds yet, this delicate necklace from Helen Ficalora is made of 14k pink gold and bears a simple ribbon design, so you can subtly show your solidarity year round. This is the perfect gift for a survivor, so she can hold her hope for a cure close to her heart. For each purchased, the designer makes a 20% donation towards breast cancer initiatives, so fight in style.

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This cotton throw is soft, stylish, and so big you could easily slip it under your comforter in the coming colder months. As if you need more incentive, it's produced by in2green, an eco-friendly company that prides itself on using recycled yarns and green production methods, and a portion of all proceeds are given to support student environmental activists and like-minded organizations like Leave No Trace. We'll take two -- hey, it's for a good cause!

As if you need another reason to buy this adorable Tory Burch tote, 10% of the proceeds from the limited edition item will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The lightweight canvas and generous size make it per