Bake Valentine’s Day-themed after-preschool treats. This can be as simple as adding a little pink icing to a cupcake mix or as indulgent as Martha Stewart’s recipe for heart-shaped brownies and brownie bites, which little hands will love to roll.

Dress up your littlest sweetheart in a red tutu (we have them in store), take photos and send virtual Valentines to far-away family.

Pop some popcorn (you can even make it red), grab the family and curl up on the couch for a movie night. If you’d like something comfy to sit on, it doesn’t get any cozier than these bean bag chairs.

Book a babysitter (if you can get one!) and head out for the night, just mom and dad. If mom’s still nursing, we have breast pumps in store.

And if you’re still looking for a gift for dad – Baby’s World is offering free delivery within Greater Vancouver on nursery furniture ordered before February 14^th.

Baby Delice $159.99
Is there nothing this can’t do? The Baby Delice cooks and steams chopped fruit vegetables, meat and fish. It’ll even blend them too. But that’s not all, it can warm jars, sterilize bottles and even defrost baby food. If only it did the dishes, too…

The Wean Machine $27.99
Simply brilliant, the Wean Machine lets you mash fruit and cooked veggies and serve it straight out of the gadget. It’s compact so it fits perfectly in your diaper bag.

Baby Cubes $6.99
End up making enough baby food to feed the whole family? (Now that would be a memorable meal time!) Store extra meals in these stackable freezer trays by Baby Cubes. Available in three sizes, each cube pops out to defrost one meal-sized portion at a time.

The Food Mill $12.99
Grind and go with the Deluxe Food Mill. Its snap-on lid makes it easy to take with you when you’re hopping from Mommy ‘n Me to baby yoga to sign language class.
Looking for recipe ideas? Here’s a list of five healthy baby food recipes so good, we’re tempted to try them ourselves.

What does a new parent need this holiday? Well, sleep would be nice. But a new parent’s wish list is also filled with plenty of must-haves like carriers and car seats, blankets and Baby Bjorns, plus a host of gadgets and trinkets that will make their lives easier. All of which we carry at Baby’s World.

If you’re not quite sure which baby food freeze tray or which stroller add-on they’re looking for, give them Baby’s World gift cards. They’re the perfect size, the perfect colour and they’re available in any amount. Pick them up in store at Baby’s World.

We love anything that does double duty. Especially when it comes to furniture. Right now, we’re offering a Double Up promotion on our convertible cribs.

When you purchase $1500 or more of furniture, including convertible cribs, you’ll receive free double bed conversion rails. Plus, you’ll get free delivery and complimentary set-up anywhere in the Lower Mainland!

But only for a limited time. So hurry in! Details in store.

Get comfy with these high quality bean bag chairs, brand new at Baby’s World! Great for ages three and up, they’re family-friendly furniture at its finest: they’re shaped like a tear drop so the foam pellets can be formed to offer back support for mom and dad, and their covers are made of washable material that can be zipped off easily in case of a spill.

They come in three sizes, small ($139.99), medium ($199.99) and large ($249.99) so you’ll find one that’s just right (Goldilocks would approve!). And they’re available in three colours too: blue for his room, pink for her room and black for the family room.

Plus, they’d be fun to wrap up and put under the Christmas tree!

She’s made her shopping list and checked it twice. But what does the new or expectant mom want for herself this holiday? We’ve compiled a few of our favourite gifts for the new mom and mom-to-be. Even if the number one thing on her wish list is a good night’s sleep.

Musical Pregnancy Pendant $35.99
Nothing accessorizes mom’s bump quite like a musical pendant. The necklace hangs low on her belly so it chimes gently as she moves, a sound that baby can hear as early as 20 weeks. If she wears it often during her pregnancy, its sound can help soothe baby after birth too. At Baby’s World, we carry these pendants in many colours and styles.

Nursing lingerie $49.99
Once upon a time nursing bras were plain and boring. Those days are gone. You! Lingerie makes beautiful, stylish bras that look nothing like the nursing bras of old. In bright colours with soft lining and pretty lace accents, they make a great gift for a new mom. Available at Baby’s World in many colours and styles.

Teensy Teether Amber Anklets $19.99
Technically, it’s a gift for baby. But a happy teether makes a happy mom so these Baltic amber anklets make our holiday wish list. The theory is this: amber naturally reduces the acidity levels in a baby’s body, which helps soothe the little one during teething. Spoil mom with some matching amber jewelry too.

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Sleep sets $35.99

Shorter days mean longer nights. And longer nights are the perfect excuse to get cozy. Really, really cozy. PJ’ZZZZ sleep sets are made in the most adorable prints and they’re designed by a local mom. This sleepwear doesn’t just look good, it feels good too. Each piece is made of natural materials, which means no itchy polyester.

Baby’s World has styles she’ll love (kittens galore!), styles he’ll love (cowboys head-to-toe!) and styles you’ll love. It’s true! We carry them in adult sizes so mom and tot can be cozy and coordinated at the same time. Sunday nights curled up by the fireplace just got a lot more stylish!

Captain (jacket $49.99)
It’ll be at least a decade before he’s asking to borrow your boat, but your little water baby can look ocean-ready now. Pair this jacket with a sailor’s hat, khaki pants and boat shoes for Halloween. Then, keep it for special occasions afterward.

Fairy Princess (dress $75.99)
On October 31st she’ll be a fairy princess with sparkly shoes to match her sparkly dress. Then she can wear the same look for birthdays, holiday parties and, if she gets her way, preschool on a Tuesday too.

Bear (coat $68.99)
Grrr… With brown pants and shoes, he’ll be a fierce-looking bear on Halloween. Then, come November, it’ll be nonstop bear hugs in this coat, which is cozy enough to hibernate in.

Vancouver Mom

Basics: The grandmammy of Lower Mainland mommy blogs is actually an online magazine. With thorough listings of local kid-friendly eateries, events, and venues, this is one of the most comprehensive parenting sites imaginable.

Why We Love It: Christine Pilkington has fourteen years experience in the digital field, and it shows. The organization is impeccable, with equal attention being paid to both mothers and their children. Updates are every five days, which can seem infrequent if used to a singular blogger’s constant stream, but the quality is beyond reproach. The podcasts are a standout.

Why You’ll Love It: The directories. Need the name of a formal, but still family-friendly restaurant? A child actor’s workshop? An indoor beach centre? The Lower Mainland has been thoroughly explored for the best possible finds—with listings in Maple Ridge and Port Moody, this is one party that everyone’s invited to.

Notable Entry: Best Family-Friendly Places to Explore the Arts: Other Cool Places
Any Lower Mainland-based parenting site would encourage moms and dads to take their kid to the theatre. But Vancouver Mom’s dedication to finding the coolest places means that they think outside the box– and the bridges of the downtown core. From the Vancouver Police Museum to Coquitlam’s Place des Arts to Deer Lake Park, this post demonstrates Vancouver Mom’s all-encompassing approach.

Fab Brunette

Basics: Adventures of a Fab Brunette (aka Margarita) is a twenty-seven year old mother of one little girl, with another baby just announced to be on the way. Margarita loves her daughter, style, Holland, baking, and bookshelves.

Why We Love It: The writing is clean and friendly, and she’s got a real sense of fun, whether she’s writing about her daughter’s love for her leopard print jacket or her own taste in champagne.

Why You’ll Love It: The stylish photosets make this blog stand out. Plus, it’s thoughtful and open-minded about the choices that parents have to make.

Notable Entry: Needs, Wants, and Time Gone By
It’s tagged under ‘c’est ma vie’ and ‘ramblings’, and perhaps rightfully so, but this post is a standout for its proud gratitude for a life well-loved. It’s a post for anyone who’s taken the road less travelled by, and enjoyed every minute of it.

Mama in the City

Basics: The Mama in the City is thirty-two, happily married, and very much a downtown woman. Her son is three, and she’s pregnant with her second, all while living in an apartment in the heart of Vancouver. Her husband’s a photographer, so pictures of their son are frequent and adorable.

Why We Love It: The MITC’s (as she calls herself) stories are full of useful advice for how to raise a kid in a small, downtown space. How do you plan a toddler’s birthday party? What are you in for if you’re in need of urban daycare services?

Why You’ll Love It: From the mountains of Kauai to the best teething tablets, this blog’s two year history manages to be both broad and deep. Add in the fact that the blogger is a registered nurse who works a delivery room, and this blog becomes a must-read for expecting Vancouverites.

Notable Entry: Family Living in the City: It’s Not All High-Rises and Cement
This little slice of life post of a lovely Sunday, with brunch, friends, and a walk by the sea makes urban family living seem downright idyllic. And with a family this close, it likely is.

Mix Crib and Single Dresser from Young America

The new Mix line from Young America combines vintage style with modern flair. We’ve got the crib and the single dresser in stock already, and if they look this great on our floor, they’ll look stunning on yours.

Vertigo Convertible Crib by AP Furniture

Kids grow faster than ever. Luckily, this convertible crib does too – from a crib to a toddler bed to a twin bed. With three adjustable heights and alternate headboards, the Vertigo changes as fast as autumn leaves, and just as beautifully.

Essentia Junior Jeanius Mattress from Natart

A bed is only as good as its mattress, and this is one of the best. It’s made with the world’s only all-natural memory foam and that happens to be Canadian. With no toxic chemicals or fibres for dust mites, it’s one of the most comfortable mattress around. And with long nights ahead, now’s the time to make sure he sleeps straight through.