There are many things to consider when choosing the best product for a child, quality, design, safety, usability and value to name a few. Of course there is also the question of, will they like it? In order to help you with your choice, we have added this page to give you an idea of what some of the top media outlets are saying about some of the products we feature. We take great care in stocking our online storefront, making sure we have the top brands not just in popularity, but in quality. Here is a sampling of the best
toys,
furniture, and
décor, that you will find right here at CSN Baby.
Arm's Reach – Manufacturer of co-sleeper bassinets, Arm’s Reach has not only been recognized by
Fit Pregnancy magazine as having the "Best Product of the Year", it has also been a "Featured Pick" in
Parenting magazine and received an "Annual Reader’s Favorite Award" from
Baby & Children’s Product News. Pediatricians and child specialists have praised the co-sleeper bassinets for the emotional benefits they provide for newborns and the peace of mind they provide for parents. Clinical studies and research have also suggested the bassinets may reduce the incidence of S.I.D.S.
DaVinci - Recently showcased in
People Magazine as "What’s Hot in Celeb Nurseries”, DaVinci’s extensive collection of nursery furniture has the star quality look you’ll find in the homes of such celebs as actresses Brooke Shields and Molly Ringwald, all at a fraction of the price. DaVinci produces a variety of affordable pieces coordinated into collections to help you achieve the totality of design you desire for your nursery, without spending the diva dollars.
Pictured at left: Emily Convertible Crib Bedroom Set
New Arrivals - Specializing in nursery décor and accents, New Arrivals recently earned a spot on
Extreme Makeover Home Edition. The great success of the company has been underscored multiple times in popular periodicals like
Kids’ Rooms,
Child,
Pregnancy and
American Baby. Specific items highlighted include
book ends & holders,
hanging letters,
wastebaskets,
cribs and
crib bedding.
Pictured at right: By the Seashore Crib
Argington – The modern lines and minimalist forms of the environmentally friendly Argington kids’ furniture collection have received accolades from numerous publications. Argington designs are truly “designs”, ultra-functional and beautiful on the eyes.
Furniture Style magazine says, “Argington’s heirloom furniture may be whimsical in shape but it offers serious construction.” The company was co-founded by husband and wife team Jenny Argie (artist/curator) and Andrew Thornton (architect) both of New York. The
New York Sun says the The
Fuji Toy Box “reflects his (Mr. Thornton) architectural background and penchant for ingenious details – the lid closes slowly so it can’t slam down on little fingers.” Other articles on Argington have been written in
The New York Times,
Baby Talk,
Time Magazine, and the
Philadelphia Enquirer.Pictured at left: Ayres Twin Bed in Walnut
Brand New World – The
Dura-Care Preschool Colorful Splash Sofa from Brand New World was honored in 2005 with the "Great Product" award from the Family Review Center. In addition, the colorful and durable sofa was also given the "Directors’ Choice Award" by
Early Childhood News.
Hoohobbers – Through the years, the innovative designers of children’s furniture at Hoohobbers have been awarded over 75 patents by US and International Patent Offices. They have received "Best Design" Awards from
America's Juvenile Products Association as well as a "Parent’s Choice Award". Hoohobbers’ products have been voted into the permanent collection of America's premier modern art museum, MOMA, New York's Museum of Modern Art. Leading women’s and children’s publications like
Good Housekeeping,
Parent’s Magazine,
Working Woman and
Home Magazine have all featured articles on the company’s accomplished designs.
Pictured at left: Primary Rocking Chair
Jennifer Delonge – Just because you have kids doesn’t mean that the stylish atmosphere you’ve taken great care to create has to suddenly turn into a kindergarten play area. Jennifer Delonge, wife of Blink 182 front-man Tom Delonge, has designed a line of children’s furniture that’s easy on the eyes, while retaining all the whimsical qualities your kids want in their furnishings. A full-time mom and accomplished designer, Delonge has struck a balance between the finesse of modern design and the frolic of childhood. The products have been showcased dozens of times in newspapers like the
New York Times, on television news networks like
NBC and
CBS, and in both pop culture magazines like
People, as well as furniture and children’s style periodicals like
Baby & Children’s Product News. “Jennifer Delonge’s modern children’s furniture seamlessly transforms grown-up spaces into sophisticated, yet child-friendly family rooms that are imaginative and playful” -
Furniture & Furnishings.
Pictured at right: Ava Cotton Child's Chair in Chocolate Bar
The Rug Market – Labeled “bold in diversity, eclectic in beauty” by
Rug Insider magazine in June 2006, The Rug Market’s more than 1000 styles and colors have received praise from such magazines as
Home Accents Today and
Kids Today. Honored for it’s blending of modern simplicity with ethnically inspired ornament, the company’s recent accolades are no doubt a sign of future traction in the industry.
Pictured at left: Chelsea Plaid Rug
University Loft – A lead furniture provider of college and university furniture, University Loft was named in February of 2006 to the "Top 300 Woodworking Companies in North America". In 2000, the company was honored by
Indianapolis Business Journal with the "Blue Chip Enterprise Award" for its inspirational achievement in business. The founder, James Jannetides, has since created a professorship of business ethics at Southern Illinois University. All of their wood products are made from Hevea Brasiliensis, also known as Environmentally Farmed Timber or Rubberwood. In an independent lab test, furniture made with Hevea Brasiliensis, a hardwood, proved to be stronger than that composed of Northern Red Oak.
Pictured at right: Complete Mixed Medium Extra Long Triple Lindy Loft with Full Size Third Bed Bedroom Set
Young America by Stanley – In the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Young America by Stanley teamed up with Oprah’s “Angel Army” and
Habitat for Humanity to provide furnishings for the needy children of the disaster. In addition, the company has long been recognized for its extraordinary commitment to protect the environment and has thus been named a member of the EPA's prestigious "National Environmental Performance Track program", being the first company in the furniture industry to receive this designation.
Pictured at left: Teen Bungalow Sleigh Bed with Optional Accessories
Baby Jogger - For active moms and dads, the Baby Jogger is a popular extra with such celebs as Angelina Jolie, finding exposure multiple times in 2006 in snapshot magazines like
People and
US Weekly. But, this line has been recognized for much more than its fashion sense and hip, modern function.
Running Times magazine says of the Performance Series, “The new Performance Baby Jogger...is designed for you, with large diameter wheels, ergonomically shaped handle, a comfortable and adjustable seat and canopy, shock absorbers, and a lightweight but rugged frame...”
Pictured at right: Performance Series Red Single Jogging Baby Stroller with 16" Wheels with Optional Accessories
Bumbleride – The success of this stroller line has been well-celebrated by more than 10 of the nations top childcare magazines for its hip and modern styling.
Parenting magazine calls it a “fresh ride for baby and you” saying “finally strollers with all the features you want and the most stylish designs around.”
Fit Pregnancy magazine calls it “the right baby stuff…whether your budget is shoestring or splurge” calling the
Queen B collection in particular, a “royal ride”.
Pictured at left: Queen B Stroller
Diaper Dude - Manufacturer of diaper bags for guys, Diaper Dude recently gained praise from
People Magazine's December 2006 issue which calls the bags "elegantly simple" yet "masculine". The company's strategy is simple - design bags for dads that they won't feel uncomfortable wearing around town. Well, they have succeeded. Recent Diaper Dudes include actor David Arquette and musician Chris Martin.
Pictured at right: Navy Diaper Bag
GoGoBabyz - Designed with your busy lifestyle in mind, Go-Go Babyz manufactures multi-functional products that are truly solutions to everyday inefficiencies. In discussing the trials of a parent rushing to catch a flight,
The Denver Post says of the
GoGoKidz Travelmate (pictured at left), “Thank heavens someone out there is trying to come up with ways to help… You can wheel the kid through the airport on the contraption and either fold it up to its 5 x 16 x 28 inch size and check it with the car seat or take it all the way through security and carry it on if you need the seat on the plane.” In November of 2005, the
WB Television Network’s “Daily Buzz” featured the amenity-happy,
2005 iParenting Media Award-winning,
Urban Advantage Stroller, with commentator John Brown calling it “the coolest stroller I’ve ever seen.” Other publications and television programs have recognized GoGoBabyz products including,
American Baby magazine,
The South Florida Sun-Sentinel, and
KUTV Salt Lake City.
Melissa and Doug – This extensive line of award-winning toys includes Puzzles, Arts & Crafts, Puppets & Plush, Baby Toys and some of the best developmental toys around. They continue to be recognized year after year by consumer magazines like
Parent’s and
Playthings, by newspapers like
The Boston Globe and
The Wall Street Journal, as well as by industry institutions, being the recipients of both “Parent’s Choice Awards” and “Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Awards”. The celebrated toy company has been featured on tv shows like
The Oprah Winfrey Show,
Live with Regis and Kelly and
Extreme Makeover Home Edition. The Educational video line of
Baby Einstein has also recognized the brand.
Pictured at right: Shape Sorting Cube
