Flower Children of All Ages 07/22/2010

Ah, finally summertime is here. It’s a great time to get back outside and the perfect opportunity to introduce your little one to some really neat new sights & sounds.

Go, go garden!
Your garden is filled with colors and textures that will be brand new to your little sprout so bring him along for the adventure (and don’t be afraid to get a little dirty). Introduce him to new textures by sprinkling a handful of dirt on his hands or tickling his little arms & feet with a leaf. Let him smell the crisp scents of fresh herbs. Take some time to show and tell real examples of bright colors with a red tomato, yellow sunflower or anything in your garden. To make garden discovery even more fun for your toddler bring along Baby Einstein Nature Nesting Blocks. Together you can match the photos on the blocks with real examples of what he is seeing. Each relaxing gardening session time out can be filled with new experiences for your new little helper!

On the run.
You are probably itching to get back to old routines like your morning jog. Once your baby is about 6 months old, you can get back to business as usual bringing him along for double duty (provided your doctor gives you the okay to resume physical activity). Who says exercise has to be a solo activity? The stroller is as good a place as any to discover nature. As you run, explain what you see and pick up a few tactile natural toys along the way, like a shiny leaf, smooth stone or craggy piece of bark. From the woof of a puppy to the color of passing cars, use everything you experience as the chance to explain the wonderful world around you (and ask your little one questions about what he sees if he’s old enough to talk). We’re sure that watching him in total wonder is awesome motivation to put on those running sneaks!

Park playtime
A day in the park may require a little more prep, but can be a lovely relaxing day for both you and baby (and a new universe filled with fun stuff to explore together). From the rustling of tree branches to a scampering squirrel, everything outside is the opportunity to see him amazed by the beauty he sees and a great chance to snap his reaction, so have your camera handy.

Get up and out, mamas and papas! Take advantage of this summer to explore the beauty of nature with your baby and enjoy every minute. Happy trails!

Enter The Baby Einstein: All About Baby Sweepstakes Today! 07/21/2010

We’ve just launched the All About Baby Sweepstakes! Moms and dads can enter for an amazing chance to win a $2,000 U.S. savings bond for the little one in their life along with special Baby Einstein product package prizes. You can enter now through August 20th. Winners will be chosen at random.

One grand prize winner will win a $2,000 Series I U.S. savings bond
One first prize winner will receive a $500 Series I U.S. savings bond
Two 2nd prize winners will receive Baby Einstein Product packages valued at $300 each
Five 3rd prize winners will win Baby Einstein Product Packages valued at $100 each

Baby Einstein has even more exciting news! Fans are also invited to visit the new Baby Einstein Facebook Page. This, Baby Einstein Company’s first official Facebook Page, is a place where parents with a passion for sharing the arts with their baby can share real life experiences and tips. Baby Einstein will also regularly post useful advice for encouraging discovery, information on new products and exclusive offers.

Baby Einstein, loves babies and creates DVDs, CDs, books, toys and activity items with every baby in mind every day. Enter the Baby Einstein: All About Baby Sweepstakes today for a chance to nourish your baby’s tomorrow.

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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes open to legal residents of 50 U.S./ D.C., & Canada (excluding Quebec), 18+ (not a minor in state/ province of residence) and be or sign up to become a registered member of the Baby Einstein site. Sweepstakes begins 12:01 p.m. PDT, 7/19/10 & ends 12:01 p.m. PDT, 8/20/10. Subject to the Official Rules. Sponsor: The Baby Einstein Company L.L.C., Burbank, CA.

Calling All Moms & Dads- Join the Parent’s Panel today! 07/07/2010

Hey Parents,

Have you ever held a Baby E toy and thought “if only it could do THIS?” We want to hear your ideas! After all, who knows what your baby likes more than you?

Baby Einstein was formed from the imagination of Julie Clark, a real mom that wanted to nourish her baby’s imagination in a new way and we know that our best new ideas come from real parent like you. We promise to make the best products that evolve with your family and create memorable together time with your little one.

We invite you to be part of our Parents Panel. When you join, you’ll be part of a network of real moms and dads ready to share ideas and tips, test new products, get special Baby Einstein offers and more. Imagination is everything and together, we can help develop creative babies who are inspired for a lifetime!

Play Around the World 11/30/2009

Coming up with new Baby Einstein products never gets old—there’s always an element of excitement when we get to share our creations with you. So what’s the fuss all about? The Around the World Play Gym (an integral part of the World Collection products we just introduced), which is designed to give your baby a glimpse of the beauty and excitement of the continents.

From the perspective of a brightly-colored mat, world discovery abounds with gorgeous images of international scenery and animals, musical elements, plush toys, and so much more. The Around the World Play Gym is also washable and foldable so you can take it to play dates or grandma’s house. American Baby just declared it one of “The Best New Toys for Babies 2009! What do you guys think?

-The Baby Einstein Team

Bath time for Babies 11/18/2009

Depending on your child’s acceptance of or aversion to water, bath time can either be a calming experience or something resembling a trip to the water park. The thing of it is, bath time doesn’t just have to be an exercise in hygiene—it’s an excellent opportunity for playtime! Between bath books, plush towel puppets, and fabulous floating toys, you can bring a world of imagination into the bathtub. So get splashing!

-The Baby Einstein Team

The Gift Guide is Here! 11/16/2009

How is it that the holidays always seem to takes us by surprise? Somehow, it’s so easy to forget the frenzy that happens every year when suddenly they are a week away and you still have a huge list of presents to find. Luckily, Baby Einstein has compiled the Hot Holiday Gifts list for 2009. It’s arranged by price so you can shop within your budget and find a little something engaging and exciting for all the tiny tots in your life!

-The Baby Einstein Team

Sleeping Through the Night 11/11/2009

We know it’s obvious, but sleep is essential for the well-being of both babies and new parents. We also know that at the beginning of parenthood, it’s hard to get consecutive hours of shut-eye. Every family has their own technique to getting rest during these early days, but we designed this Sea Dreams Lullaby Soother to make it a bit easier during this transition. From the comfort of the crib, babies can find relaxation in the soothing light of the scrolling sea scene and calming, quiet melodies by Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. And you can rest knowing that baby is having sweet dreams.

-The Baby Einstein Team

Celebrating New Parents 10/14/2009

One of our team members just became a new mom. And we couldn’t be more excited for her! Of course, since we work for Baby Einstein, the pressure is really on to find her the perfect new parent gift. We have been brainstorming all week about what to give her, and we have settled on the Musical Motion Activity Jumper. In the past, our own children have really responded to its bright colors and many interactive features. We can’t wait to greet this new little person!

What kinds of gifts do you usually get for baby showers? What was the most helpful thing you received as a new parent?

-The Baby Einstein Team