You’ll want to build the whole nursery decor around this beautiful Enchanted Forest Cradle, custom made by Posh Tots. The end panels are hand-painted with soft colors. The Enchanted Forest collection includes a matching mirror, toy chest, crib, highchair and more. Add one or two of these extra pieces to your nursery or add the Enchanted Cradle to your family heirlooms. Either way, this beautiful piece will add charm and warmth to baby’s room

The mattress plus the necessary hardware for stabilizing the rocking motion are both included. You can see a closer view of the product at poshtots.com, where the Enchanted Forest Cradle is priced at $828.00.

This is the first baby swing I’ve seen that has a canopy attached to it. It almost looks like a glider. Having an indoor swing like this Airy Fairy Baby Swing from Haba will help entertain your children on rainy days or on days when your child may be getting over a cold and needs to stay indoors. If you’re purchasing a swing you want to be sure it’s of good dependable quality with a secure system for attaching the swing to the ceiling.

The Airy Fairy Baby Swing features extra security features to ensure your child fits safely into the swing. It has safety straps in the front and back, a high seat and netting on the back of the seat to help keep your child cool and allows air to circulate.

The polyester fabric is washable. The maximum weight load is 45 lbs. Designed in Germany but you can order yours at oompa.com for $119.99.

Now this is a very comfy and sturdy looking Strawberry Booster Chair. I really dislike using those booster chairs in the restaurants because they feel so flimsy. Another plus about this booster chair by Barefoot Bella is that when it’s not being used as a booster chair, it can serve as seating in your child’s bedroom or in the family room.

There are several styles to choose from at BarefootBella.net. The Strawberry Booster Chair is priced at $68.

This is a very sweet take on the old children’s prayer, “Now I lay me down to sleep…” The Prayer Stool by Levels of Discovery would make a special gift to put  under the holiday tree this year. I notice from the picture that the pillow is removable, making this stool handy for getting things down from the top shelf or for standing over the sink as well. But it’s so attractively designed, your little girl may want to keep it close to her bed.

You can visit BarefootBella.net where this Prayer Stool is priced at $64.95 and is available in boys’ and girls’ color themes. Enjoy the Holidays!

I really like the idea of a Time Out Rocker but I’ve yet to put it to the test. Does it make a difference having a designated seat to go with the designated time-out spot? I think it might, in a positive way. It would be a constant reminder to your child that there are consequences, and that’s a very valuable lesson to learn for any of us. The natural rocking motion may also help to soothe nerves. You might like to place a basket or small shelf near the chair with books that teach lessons or books of children’s poetry, or even a journal. Encourage your child to express himself in all situations.

Made by Levels of Discovery, the Time Out Rocker is also available in Pink for little girls who need an occasional time-out. Visit BarefootBella.net,  where they are priced at $119.95.

We love our Mutsy Grow Up booster seat, so I was intrigued to see that the company has come out with a full-sized high chair.  We don’t need another high chair, but it is always fun to look.  Mutsy’s Easy Grow High Chair is uniquely designed to grow with your child.  Your baby can use it from the time she can sit on her own, and keep using it until approximately twelve years of age, which is unheard of, even for other adaptable seats.

The chair has a fun modern design and comes in a number of colors, so you should be able to find one to match just about any decor.  It looks like it would be easy to clean, too.  You can buy one for $199 at goores.com, where shipping is free for this item.

I like the natural look of these Perf Boxes (Set of 4) from Offi. These storage cubes remind me a little of fruit crates.They’re made from smooth birch ply with brey steel legs and are designed by Erick Pfeiffer in Corning, New York for Offi. What’s appealing to me about this set is that you can stack them in the corner and use them for shelving, line them up along the wall as a low bookcase, or as room dividers, toy boxes, shoe cubbies, night stands, the list goes on and on.

The dimensions of each box is 12.5d x 12w x 14h, and 13d x 13w x 65h if you stack them. Visit the Web site at oompa.com to view this set, which costs $498.99 but is temporarily out of stock until early 2009. The built in quality of these Perf Boxes will pay for itself over the years of use and versatility.

I have learned from experience that having storage for children works best when it’s easily accessible to a child. If a child has to open a drawer, open a closet door, hang up anything or fold anything, she usually won’t do it. The item will end up on the floor.

The Jax Organic Storage Tower from Nest is a great option. It’s a fun design and color for your child’s room and can fit in almost any corner. The dimensions are W 14.5 x H 40 x D 16in. Of course, this Storage Tower can be used for just about any storage need in your home, from the cradle to the college dorm room. As I look at the picture I’m thinking, socks, tees, shorts. But it can just as easily be used for diaper supplies or toys (legos, soft toys, action figures).

Visit the Web site at oompa.com where you can view the many colors available and purchase this item for $159.99.

What a terrific play area in which your children will spend hours every day. I wouldn’t be surprised if they decided to camp out on the deck of this Pirate Ship Loft by Guidecraft for the night. If you’re fortunate enough to have a really big family room this Loft would fit right in.

There are multi-level decks, stairs, a slide and bright crisp graphics. This item conforms to ASTM and CSPC Indoor Play Equipment Guidelines, and is meant for indoor use only. It’s constructed of hardwood, has a deck height of 22.76″, and weighs 425 lbs. It sells for $1827.00 at circuitcity.com.

This is an interesting looking bench that is designed for a child’s height at 31″ long, 12″ wide, and 12.5″ high. The Friend Bench from Offi, designed by Jennifer Carpenter of TRUCK Product Architecture in New York, is actually created to seat two children. You can buy the bench by itself to add seating space indoors or outdoors, or you can add the Offi Snap Table to create a work, craft, or eating area. It looks sturdy and durable enough for children and simple to put together (let your children help).

Visit the Web site at oompa.com and purchase this bench for $139.

The best feature of this Fast Table Chair by Inglesina is that it enables your child to sit at the table for family- style eating as opposed to the traditional high chair that keeps baby at a distance. It is also a good take-along chair to restaurants where you may have sanitary concerns. You may not be comfortable placing your child in a “public” seat such as the portable high chairs that are provided in restaurants. This would also come in handy at the park picnic table or even while visiting at family and friends.

The Fast Table Chair can be adapted to almost all types of tables. It will hold a maximum weight of 33 lbs., has a storage pouch at the back, and has a safety harness with crotch strap. It is made from 100% polyester and is hand-washable.

Visit www.babyearth.com where this chair is priced at $39.99.

This would be the ultimate Christmas gift for your little train enthusiast. The Honey Train Table by Kidkraft features curved edges for safety, special t-molded edges to prevent chipping, a silk-screened landscape playboard with a reversible flip side, and a raised border to keep trains and toys on the table. It’s made of strong wood and measures 35″ x 49.25″ x 17.5″ h.

This train table does require adult assembly. It comes with two trundle drawers (sold separately for $94). You can buy the train table  on sale for $145.95 (regularly $169.95) with free shipping at SensoryEdge.com.

This Music Table by Little Colorado is perfect if you have an incessant little drummer in your house (as I do). If you want to keep him or her from ruining tables and other furniture, you might want to consider purchasing this percussion table as a Christmas gift.

It features a drum, two xylophones, a cymbal, and four maracas. The table is made from sturdy birch plywood, metal, and plastic. Replacement parts are also available should your little drummer wear them out. The table measures 21″L x 25″W x 15″H and must be ordered by December 4 to guarantee Christmas delivery. You can view and purchase this unique combination of furniture/musical instrument/toy at SensationalBeginnings.com, where it sells for $159.95.

This is a classic toy and a great idea for a Christmas gift. Made by Galt, this Cow Rocker is made of hardwood with a silkscreen finish. It features a wooden safety seat with a center strap and handlebar. Designed for the nursery rhyme “Hey Diddle Diddle” (the cow jumps over the moon), this rocker is recommended for ages 12 months to 36 months and weights up to 45 lbs.

It measures 32″L x 13″W x 20″H and requires adult assembly. You can purchase this at SensationalBeginnings.com for $79.95. A matching, personalized “Cow Over the Moon” wooden stool is also available for $49.95.

Children love having their own secret hideaways, whether it’s a corner in their closet, under a table, or under a makeshift tent that you create from a sheet hanging over a couple of chairs. It’s just a natural inborn trait. The Knight’s Tent from Haba Toys should really wow them. Imagine having this beautiful tent in your child’s room or play area. Sometimes we forget that children can have plenty of worries themselves and need a quiet place to settle down.

The Knight’s Tent was designed in Germany but you can purchase one at oompa.com for $195.99. It would also make a great Christmas gift.