Need to go out with baby for lunch with the girls? You don’t need to bring a full-sized diaper bag. These Damask Diaper Clutches by Danielle Elizabeth Designs will carry all of your child’s diapering essentials. Each clutch includes an oilcloth changing pad, an elastic pocket inside for diapers, and a zipper pocket for items such as wipes and ointments. So while you’re seated at the restaurant or cafe with your little one, you won’t have to fuss with a diaper bag because you’ll have your smart-looking, rhinestone-trimmed, fashionable, yet practical, diaper clutch.

Visit babylaundryboutique.com , where the clutch is priced at $67, and you can choose from Black/White, Pink/Brown or Green/Brown designs. This also makes a great baby shower gift for the new mom.

I love simple ideas that make a lot of sense. These Baby Silk Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes by md moms are a no-fuss way to make sure your baby is safe from the sun. Even when it’s cloudy, the sun’s rays can still have an affect on baby’s sensitive skin. These soft wipes are saturated with a gentle sweat-proof, broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen that’s enriched with Vitamins E and B5, marine silk, aloe and oat to protect, soothe and moisturize baby’s skin. These dermatologist-approved wipes contain enough sunscreen to cover baby from head to toe with no fuss and no mess.

This is a good item to keep in stock at home. Visit babylaundryboutique.com where you can purchase these Baby Silk Babysafe Sunscreen Towelettes for $26.00.

When your child becomes too old for a tricycle but not old enough for a “big kid” bike, this Sprint Push Bike by Kettler might be the way to go. Made of carbon steel, plastic, and rubber, it is designed to be safe and easy for children ages 2 to 6 to ride. The bike has no pedals - it moves from the push of the child’s feet. This helps children develop balance that will be needed to ride a real bicycle later. Plus, using one’s feet to make the bike move is added exercise for your child.

The tires are 12″ and are tubeless, the seat is height-adjustable, and the bike even features a safety handbrake and kickstand, just like a “big kid” bike. Made in Germany, the bike measures 31″ x 24″ x 19″, and will accommodate a child up to 100 lbs.

In addition to this cute frog design, the Kettler Sprint Push Bike comes in a variety of other themes, including Princess and Flame. You can view them all at Maukilo.com, where this bike sells for $124.99.

Kinda pretty and kinda funky, the Super Natural Baby Changing Mat can be just the fun accessory you’re looking for. If you’re out and about quite a bit, you’ll get good use out of your changing pad, especially if you don’t want to lie baby down on any old change table without something to protect and keep her warm.

Suitable for a boy or a girl, I like that there are choices for moms who aren’t into themes involving cartoon bears or other familiar characters. There are three color choices, should my favorite not be quite your cup of tea. However, the price is steep, at $32.00 from babybazaar.com.

The Travel Toys Aquarium from Latitude Enfant looks like a fun and entertaining play set for your little ones. It includes a fuzzy fish and a wiggly octopus puppet on the outside. Inside, there’s a fishing pole along with four fish to catch, a container of fish food, a memory game, and a number recognition game. That’s a lot of things to keep track of, but wait - everything fits into a zippered carrying case. That’s the part I like best. It’s self-contained and even the carrying case is fun to play with. Also, it’s all machine washable (cold water) and just hang to dry.

The Travel Toys Aquarium was designed in Paris, France. You can purchase this item at oompa.com for $29.99. It would also make a terrific Christmas gift.

This is a great alternative to those flimsy puzzle boxes that get stepped on and torn so badly that they’re rendered useless in no time.  This Barnyard Floor Puzzle by Crocodile Creek comes with its own Carrying Case, perfect for storing and for taking along on trips and visits.

he reusable travel and storage case measures 20×30 inches and holds 34 jumbo-sized puzzle pieces. You can purchase one (or more) for $20.50 at HannaAndersson.com. You might be tempted to use this fun carrying case for other uses: a sleepover case, your favorite photos, or even a treasure box for your child’s favorite items.