Found dog: the Angel Dear dalmatian blankie

After nearly a year long hiatus, the Angel Dear dalmatian blankie is finally back!

The new run of this spotted sweetie was fairly small, and there was a cap on how many we could get our hands on.

So if you’ve been patiently waiting for the pups’ arrival, better snatch them up quickly!

Grab one for just $12, or save $3 when you buy a couple back-ups. And since all Angel Dear blankies can be monogrammed for $8, they are the perfectly priced baby shower gift.

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Great gifts for the big bro or big sis.

We’re chock full of suggestions for newborn gifts – that is our specialty after all – and we tell you about our favorites often. Today we’re feeling the love for all the big sisters and brothers out there who deserve a little something special too.

Isn’t that darn baby getting enough already anyway? The old nursery, visits from friends and family, and of course Mom and Dad’s undivided attention.

We would love to hear your suggestions for older sibling gifts, so by all means, send them in to us at info[at]twobluepeas.com.

Here are a few recommendations that we hear have been a big hit with all the big brothers and sisters out there:

Monogrammed Angel Dear Pillows – these are the perfect cuddling partner for naptime, movie night (no babies allowed!), and especially road trips.

Lilly Bean Play Food – obviously fun for girls, but also for tiny chefs in-the-making

Uglydolls – ideal for little guys in need of a pal

Sundrop Felt Hair Clips – because newborns have yet to grow their lovely locks, this is one gift only big sis can enjoy

Sassy Baby Bath Toys – while baby gets his scrub down in the sink, big brother or sister can brush up on their new counting skills in the big kid bath

NEW monogram option on Angel Dear blankies and pillows!

Thanks to a conversation last week with a sweet customer asking for custom monogram placement on a slew of Angel Dear blankies, we've added a new option to give you and your little peas more choices!

You can now specify whether you would like your Angel Dear blankies monogrammed along the edge (this is probably still our favorite) or across the center. And for the Angel Dear pillows, you can choose to have the name stitched near the footsies or right across the center of the critter's back.

We love getting this kind of feedback from our loyal customers. That's an understatement actually. We THRIVE on it!

We're not in this game to give you what we want, but rather to give you what you want. So keep the feedback coming. We can't make any promises, but we'll certainly take it to heart and will try our very best to implement the changes.

Buy 3 WubbaNubs or Angel Dear blankies, save $3!

If only I had a buck for every call I’ve taken from a frantic mother whose kiddo just flushed his WubbaNub down the toilet or left his beloved Angel Dear blankie at the store.

I’ve pretty much heard it all. But my all-time favorite was a desperate mama who cut the ears off of her older daughter’s bunny blankie to fool her youngest into thinking it was his duckie. Oh the horror! And oh the things we’ll do to quell disaster when it strikes at 3:00 in the morning.

Having a backup is smart, but maybe not smart enough. Backing up your backup is genius! And we want to make it easier (and cheaper) for you to do so.

Buy any three of the same style WubbaNub pacifier or Angel Dear blankie, and save $3.00 at checkout!

This is not a limited-time promotion, and no coupon is required. It’s just another way for us to try and make your life easier and to reward you for being such a smarty pants.

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Out with the cold, in with the new!

The new spring styles have definitely sprung at Two Blue Peas, and we’re cleaning house to make room for rompers, tees, and dresses galore!

Winter Baby Clothes Sale
Everything from snuggly BabyLegs to fuzzy fleece hoodies have been marked down to save you a few bucks and to save us some space for the new spring goodies.

The best deal of the bunch is $10 off all fleece baby jackets by Mullins Square and hoodies from Angel Dear!


New Spring Baby Clothes
A rainbow of vivid colors sets the tone for the new spring line from Zutano. Cheerful critters and bold patterns bring basic tees and bubble suits to life.

My absolute favorite of them all is the Green Bubble Romper by Zutano. Adorable!

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Baby Valentine’s Day gifts

Like Cupid with that sneaky arrow of his, Valentine’s Day has sneaked up on us once again. Hopefully you’ve already picked out something special for the big baby in your life. I mean, you know he’s been planning his thoughtful, romantic gift to you for weeks now, right?

But as if you need a reason to shower your other baby with more precious presents, I couldn’t think of a better occasion. Just because she’s not yet approved for chocolate and he can quite appreciate a shiny new money clip doesn’t mean this special day is for adults only.

Here are a few top picks from Two Blue Peas that we absolutely heart for your little this Valentine’s Day:

• 3 Sprouts pink elephant hooded baby towel (monogrammable!)
• Jack & Lily love flower soft soled baby shoes
• Mullins Square red lace diaper cover (monogrammable!)
• Best of Chums pink winged heart onesie
• Angel Dear brown bear blankie (monogrammable!)

• Babysoy chocolate ringer organic onesie
• Jack & Lily red monkey soft soled baby shoes
• Mullins Square cream puppy hooded baby towel (monogrammable!)
• Uglydolls

"Tummy Time" tips

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the recommended sleeping position for your baby is on his back. Since the early nineties, the incidence of SIDS has been cut nearly in half thanks to mommies tucking in their tots safely on their backs.

But with so much of baby’s time spent snoozing on his back, “tummy time” during waking hours has become more important than ever.

The benefits of tummy time:

• gives baby’s tender little skull a break from so much time spent on his back
• builds upper body strength, which helps him to push up, roll over, sit up, crawl, and eventually stand and walk
• encourages fine motor development by enticing him to reach for toys, the blanket, or you!

When and how often to have tummy time:

• you can start as early as two months old if your baby is able to lift his head
• the general consensus is up to 30 minutes per day (all at once or broken into smaller segments if needed)

How to engage in tummy time:

• hold your baby on your chest while you’re lying flat on your back
• hold your baby on your forearms instead of the traditional cradle hold
• place baby on a firm, but soft surface such as a blanket or mat (TIP: Babylicious Yummy Blankets are a great size and weight for tummy time, available at www.twobluepeas.com)

Tips to help tummy time (if your baby bucks it, what do you do?):

• timing is everything; make sure your baby is not tired, hungry, or just in a general fussy mood
• start with shorter time periods and slowly build your way up as he becomes more comfortable with the concept
• interact with your baby and provide entertainment with toys, singing, or anything other silly antic you use to put a smile on that little face
• prop him up with a rolled towel or pillow (TIP: Angel Dear plush pillows are just the right size and softness for baby’s tiny tummy, available at www.twobluepeas.com)

> Babylicious Yummy Blankets (on sale now for just $18!)
> Angel Dear plush pillows (monogrammable for just $8!)