Thred Up - I LOVE

So while reading my normal morning internet news I ran into this site called Thred UP which pretty much consists of a place where you can send the clothes and stuff your bambina / bambino no longer uses or outgrew and they pay you for it.  Plus you can buy used items as well.  Us parents all know how quick our kids outgrow thier clothes,shoes etc.  I am going to try Thrd Up see how I like it, thought I would share the finding:)

http://www.thredup.com/

Thanksgivng at The Miletic's - Gaztambide's

For the first time I hosted a Thanksgiving Dinner at my apt and it was a blast.  Menu included:  Turkey (22lbs), Green Beans Caserole, Sweet Potato Caserole, Onion Rice, Pasta Salad, Asparagus in Wine Sauce & Mlinci (this is a traditional dish from Croatia that my hubby prepared).  Everything was yummy thanks to Google & You Tube for the help.  Here some pics of the great day:)

New Press from Roselyn's Baby Shower

Hi just wanted to share some new press from Roselyn's Baby Shower in this months issue of Magacin Lifestyle.  Not only was it a pleasure to prepare this event for her the feedback has been amazing.  I love the press so here I share :)

Nia's 2nd Halloween

Today short and to the point, just want to show off my pretty Flamenco Girl, Ole Nia.

Halloween Safety Tips

Today is one of my favorite Holidays during the year, you get to use your imagination and become a character, can it be any more fun.  Just make your to keep your little ones safe here a few tips to have a great Halloween experience:

1.  Make sure your kids costume fits properly and is not to long or to hot, to avoid tripping or cranky hot child.

2.  Make sure that your child can see thru the mask or use kid friendly make up instead.

3.  An adult should always go with the kids.

4.  Try doing the trick or treat during day time and bring a flash light incase you get delayed.

5.  Visit only familiar houses.

6.  Verify all candies and only give them the ones with wrappers.

7.  Make sure that the costumes don't have any props that could harm a child if so change for a plastic or foam version.

Have fun and make it a family adventure.  Happy Halloween :)

Halloween Mission

Halloween is one of my favorite Holidays followed by Thanksgiving I love all the preparations so much fun at least for me.  Last year was Nia's 1st Halloween celebration but little did I know it was also my hubby's,Momo is from Croatia so they don't really celebrate that in his country.  Having to rookies made the date a challenge, costumes came out so great I am having a really hard time this year to top our Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts and Little Alice costumes from last year.  So we have decided to go with Popeye, Olive Oyl & Sweet Pea for this year.   Any ideas on how to make the sweet pea costume for a toddler that runs? ha ha are welcome.  I will post pictures next week of the out come but her some from last year.

Roselyn's Baby Shower

I must say being pregnant is a pretty different and new experience for a woman, some go by it with not even a glinch and others like myself throw up all your guts ha ha but it was way worth it everytime I see my bambina smile.  A Baby Shower is one of those great things you get when pregnant free baby stuff and a party to mingle, can't get better than that.  Here are a few elements of Roselyn's Baby Shower that took place at Hosteria del Mar at Ocean Park.  Hope you like.  To get a baby shower like Roselyn's write us at bebeurbano@gmail.com

Pom Pom & Pin Wheel Baby Shower Invite

A month ago my dear friend Brenda asked me to help out with one of her best friends Baby Shower she is so shabby & fabulous that this best friend turned out to be Roselyn Sanchez, of course I was thrilled.  After a few ideas Roselyn choose the Pom Pom & Pin Wheel theme with a color scheme of pink & yellow. Below the invites which were hand made and we must say we loved and so did she.  Stay tuned for more pics of the event to come.

Carry Potty must get one!

So my dear Nia is 18 months already I am soon try and experiment on Potty Training her for a few reasons:  1) She is my little giant already using size 6 on diapers fearing soon wont be a size for her and will have to buy depends ha ha, 2) Saving money we spend at least $100 on diapers monthly and 3) she has to learn she is becoming a big girl now.  So we went to buy her a nice mini toilet a few weeks back and my dear hubby picked this fun Soccer ball shaped mini toilet that screams GOLLLLL when something falls in it, yes we have a little princess that loves sports, Nia uses the mini toilet as a real ball so don't think that will work.  Searching for a new option ran into this one which I think is great becuase I can take it to go.  Ordering one will let you guys know once I get it :)

http://www.mycarrypotty.com/

Shopping for Charity with H&M

OK I don't think I know any woman not enjoy Shopping, when you add to the equation giving to charity with what you buy gives me a warm feeling in my heart.  H&M has a new line for Kids that 25% of the earnings from this line will be donated to UNICEF.  I love H&M, we don't have one in PR but love exploring in it when I go to the states or Europe, so you lucky ones that have one near go get these adorable outfits :)  http://www.hm.com/us/all-for-children#1

Lingerie for Little Girls

So here I am drinking my morning coffee and my dear friend Michele from Dulce Boudoir sends me this link, which we both found disturbing, considering we are both moms of two little girls who we already agreed will be locked up in a dungeon until they are 30 ha ha.
I find the whole campaign and concept way out of line that's just me, what do you think about this new French Lingerie for girls from Jours Après Lunes.  My vote is a big NO NO let girls be girls they can be a woman at the right time.  I had to voice my opinion on this one!

Custom Invites

When planning an event (birthday, baby shower, etc) the invitation will set the tone for what to expect.  Who wants to have the same common invites you can buy at a shop in 2011 it's all about making products your own and getting the chance to customize things.  Big brands like Nike and Apple allow you to customize before buying.  Here a few of our designs, and let me tell you we love the BRAINSTORIMG process and making them UNIQUE, we work with our suppliers to create an invite that you will LOVE!!!

Constructive Eating

I have a little girl at home but I will soon start looking for bambino #2 and I really hope it's a little boy that looks just like my hubby, just wishful thinking I don't think my bank account can tolerate another girl ;).  So I ran in to these adorable eating plate and utensils and I must say I love they look fun and cool for a little man.  For all you boy mommas try them out and let me know how it goes :)

http://www.shop.constructiveeating.com/

Missoni for Kids at Target

OK I am happy with this news even though I am one of the unlucky ones without a Target store nearby :( yes I live in PR and our Target is actually a Car Rental.  Anyways Missoni has created an affordable line exclusively for Target make sure to stop by and get some before it sells out:)

Straw Hats in Style

Summer hot weather is makingi us melt and it is very important to keep our little ones hydrated and protected from the SUN. This new trends of Straw Hats makes it fun and trendy to achieve our goal, here a few kids of known celebs rocking the style. Also my favorite Rockstar my bambina also enjoying her straw hat from Baby Gap:)

Nia's 1st & 3 months Birthday (Part 2)

Here a few details we worked for the guests and some of the menu:
Menu:
- Fruit Kebabs (for the kids)
- Mac & Cheese (for the kids)
- Oreo Dippies
- Yummy Popcorn
- Power Sandwishes
- Wings
- Lo Mein
- Grown up Sangria
- Tutti Fruity juice for the kids (sugar free)

Gifts:
- Crazy Straw cups for the kids
- Sport Cups for the Teens
- Marshmallow Pops
- Card to retreat portraits from Photo Booth
- Crayola Roll ups (for kids)
- Personalized Growing Charts (for babies)

Here a few Pics:)