Baby headbands are adorable hair accessories that fits right in any toddler’s wardrobe. Which is why we are thrilled to learn about Bambino Headbands, a new baby headband eCommerce site that also sells other hair accessories like baby headbands, baby hair clips, baby bow ties and more.
Choosing a name for a baby can be a hair pulling affair. The general rule is this: if it’s not a slam dunk “YES THAT’S THE NAME!”, then you’re better off deliberating the name a little more. I liken it very much to choosing a domain name with several business partners. The “right” one is when everyone around the table, all slightly inebriated, start nodding their heads in agreement.
Luckily for us, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) exists. The annual baby names bulletin compiled by the ONS for England and Scotland has just been published. Over 200,000 babies and their names all tallied on a beautiful frequency table. So, who takes the top spot?
*drum roll*
Amelia and Oliver takes top places but what about the rest? We got you covered. Here are the top baby names for 2013. Unsurprising, “Ned” doesn’t make the cut for the boy’s list.
Top 10 Baby Girl Names
AMELIA 5570
OLIVIA 4598
EMILY 4049
AVA 3575
ISLA 3526
JESSICA 3507
POPPY 3422
ISABELLA 3246
SOPHIE 3013
MIA 2993
Top 10 Baby Boy Names
OLIVER 6949
JACK 6212
HARRY 5888
JACOB 5126
CHARLIE 5039
THOMAS 4591
OSCAR 4511
WILLIAM 4268
JAMES 4236
GEORGE 4202
For those who are interested with the Top 100, read on below.
I really love all the beautiful crafts and pieces that comes out of the talented Etsy community. Feeling slightly curious one day, I decided to see if there were any baby clothes sellers on Etsy from Singapore. Surprise surprise, two quaint little shops showed up.
The first shop is mysweetliprincessbow. They sell baby hair bands, hair clips and other hair accessories.
I really like how cute their bands are. Their price point is also very affordable.
The second shop is pianissimobabyandhome. They make a range of items including blankets and stuffed toys.
The stuffed elephants are really cute and makes an excellent present on it’s own.
What do you think? Should Diaper Cakes sell on Etsy too?
Mingfoster
Mi-na is really rocking that ‘do! deegstyle
Dee looks like a young Ryan Gosling in the making hails_world
Doesn’t Haileigh’s style scream Alicia Keys? monicarosestyle
Daughter to the stylist of the kardashians, Alaia’s fashion direction is in good hands. stylebythoi
Thoi is all ready for the corporate world. She is totally rocking the office chic look Alexandar Yan
Polish born Alexandar won’t look out of place standing next to Pharrell Williams. masonkjsmommy
Mason’s wholesome clean-cut look is a good example of preppy dressing. luisafere
Alonso Mateo is quite possible the most famous of them all. Kids Fashion
As an early 30-something male in Singapore, I am now in the age group where all my friends/family are starting have kids.
As a somewhat awkward techie, being around kids can be a slightly stressful event. My very first “proper exposure” to kids was when I visited my cousin during my spring break. He has 2 boys. One aged around 3, the other was still in the crawling stage.
It was pretty standoffish at first but I slowly warmed to them (and they to me!). Since then, I’ve had quite a few years to figure this little conundrum out: How do you get kids to like you? While it’s not paramount that every kid I meet must like me, it does help to know how to behave around them. And I think I’ve figured it out.
Be silly.
Admittedly, it doesn’t always work.
It takes a while to read their moods and know when silly works. But the more times you do it, and come in contact with said baby/child, the easier it is to get along with them.
And that’s all there is to it! In fact, the sillier you are, the better. The best thing about kids is that they are totally un-bias and non-judgemental. So, there is no need to feel embarrassed or shameful or as we like to say in Singapore, paiseh when interacting with kids.
Here are some things that I do that breaks the ice and establishes rapport:
Fist bump/high-5
Ask to borrow their toys and talk about their toys
Balance stuff on your head
Make funny voices when talking to your friend (the parent of the child) and go back to a serious “normal” voice when talking to them (or vice versa)
Destroy things around you. They love this one!
As someone who is generally very laid back, I wonder if being around kids, brings out my own inner child too.
Baby showers are a time of great joy and celebration. To be invited to a baby shower normally signifies an above average relationship with the parents. Naturally, you must be very happy for her that she is expecting a baby and finding a gift that expresses your happiness and appreciation is of utmost importance.
Getting the best baby shower gift may not be as simple as it seems especially for someone who never had a baby before. Let us show you unique ideas that will make a perfect baby shower gift. These products are not difficult to find and won’t cost you lots of money.
1. Diaper Cake
Having lots diapers is a must for a couple that has a little baby. But it doesn’t mean you need to get it boring big pack of diaper packaging. Diaper cakes offer a better solution. The diapers are arranged in a manner that resembles a cake. It is also normally topped (see with did there?) with other related baby accessories like socks, stuffed toys and bibs. The attractive layout and clever arrangement makes it a hit at most baby shower parties. Visit our site to find out about diaper cake and other baby gifts. Also, our diaper cakes comes in an attractive packaging that makes it easy to carry around.
2. Handmade Nappy Bag
Everywhere the baby goes, The Diaper Supply Depot also goes. That’s why every parent need a proper diaper or nappy bag. Handmade diaper bags will be a nice choice for baby shower gift. You can choose the one made from various materials with the right design that your friend would really love. It is recommended to find the one with personalization option. Here are some interesting options from Etsy
3. Nursing Cushion
Many moms feel uncomfortable position while breastfeeding. With nursing cushion, she can provide gentle and safe support to her baby yet helping her get ergonomic position while breastfeeding. Don’t forget to choose only a cushion made entirely from 100% natural fabrics.
4. Hand-knit Baby Hat
A baby hat helps to keep the baby’s head warm and what would be better than a hand knit hat. It would be perfectly comfortable for the baby and moreover, it can make her look good. You can choose from various models and colours and whichever you choose, just make sure you get the “right” colour to suit the sex of the baby. And that means pink for girls and blue for boys.
5. Stylish Nursing Tank
The previous four are all about the baby and for the last one, we think that it’s only right the mommy gets something too. A stylish nursing tank is a great gift if the mother intends to breast feed. It is basically a tank top with built in bra for ultimate comfort and support with clip at shoulder for easy opening designed to let the baby has easy access to the breast. It makes breastfeeding much easier and more importantly, keeps the mom in style.
Customized with baby Sufiyya’s name, and wrapped in our 46cm tall premium purple and white gift box. Unique, practical and very presentable.
Thank you Elaine once again for your support!
Diaper Cake hampers are excellent baby gifts for newborn babies, or to the happy new parents at baby’s full month parties.
Made of disposable diapers and useful practical baby items like receiving blankets, rompers, bibs, shoes and socks, all our cakes are handmade with love in a non-pet, non-smoking environment.
We do same day deliveries to hospitals and homes as well, and do customized cakes for toddlers aged 1 and 2 years old.
Alexandar Yan
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