The second piece from the soon-to-be-launched “Bloom Baby” line of products is the “Coco”.

Who would have ever thought to incorporate wood, plexi glass and micro leather when designing a baby seat? Bloom Baby did.

The materials used in both models are unusual. However, they really seem to work with this application.

Not only does this chair look incredibly cool, but it is also surprisingly comfortable.

Watch for this rocker to be the next ‘must have’ item for parents who enjoy European design.

Coco bloom belongs in contemporary living spaces with its iconic form and safe comfortable nest for baby. Formed in patented stylewoodTM and plexistyleTM, the coco bloom has a smooth rocking motion, soft-feel comfort seat and 5-point safety harness. no assembly required.

This item is will be available for purchase in North America at the beginning of May. The cost will be $200 for the stylewood model and $350 for the plexistyle.

www.bloombaby.com for more information

Almost every child goes through a phase where they don’t want to eat what’s offered to them. Unfortunately it is usually the food that they need to eat the most that ends up on the floor.

Here are a few tips on how to deal with your picky eater:

• Even though they are not eating well rounded meals, as long as they are growing, they should be okay.
• You can consider giving your child a daily vitamin if you think he/she is not eating well, although they probably don’t need it.
• While you should provide three well-balanced meals each day, it is important to keep in mind that most younger children will only eat one or two full meals each day. If you toddler has had a good breakfast and lunch, then it is okay that he doesn’t want to eat much at dinner.
• If your child chooses to skip a meal or a snack, he or she can wait until the next scheduled time in a couple of hours. If your child refuses to eat, have him or her sit at the table until the majority of the family is finished eating, within reason.
• You should also not prepare more than one meal for your child. If he doesn’t want to eat what was prepared for the rest of the family, then he should not be forced to, but you should also not give him something else to eat. He will not starve after missing a single meal, and providing alternatives to the prepared meal will just cause more problems later.
• Make sure that your child isn’t eating a big snack after school or filling up on juice, soda, or even milk before dinner.
• Always offer vegetables to your child. They may not eat them. Children can be offered a food up to 15 times before they will try it. If all else fails, children will usually eat bread or pasta.
• Be a positive role model. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Get your child involved:

* Let your child choose a fruit or vegetable that looks appealing at the grocery store.
* Involve your child in preparing meals so that he or she can become familiar with the foods.
* Have a raw and cooked vegetable option so that your child can choose the one he likes best. Some children like the crunch in raw vegetables, while others like vegetables to be soft and mushy.

SOURCE, SOURCE

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: “Elite Operations” Toy Sets

Units: About 128,700

Importer/Retailer: Toys “R” Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.

Manufacturer: Toy Century Industrial Company Ltd., of Hong Kong

Hazard: These toys contain high levels of lead in the paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Also, the toys have sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves three styles of “Elite Operations” brand toy sets. The military-style play sets contain light and sound vehicles, action figures and accessories. Models included in this recall are: Super Rigs Transport Vehicle (Item # 087286), Command Patrol Center (Item # 920625) and Troop Carrier (Item # 773967). The item numbers are located on the back of the packaging above the barcode. Toy sets sold prior to January 2006 are not included in this recall. No other “Elite Operations” brand toys are affected by this recall.

Sold at: Toys “R” Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from January 2006 through early February 2007 for between $15 and $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest Toys “R” Us store for full credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Toys “R” Us at (800) TOYSRUS (869-7787) between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.toysrus.com

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: Children’s Stationery Sets

Units: About 360

Importer: Tri-Star International Inc., of Newark, Calif.

Hazard: The children’s stationery set contains a razor blade cutter with a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recall involves Cooky Stationery Sets, which include a pencil, various color markers, plastic scissors, erasers and the razor blade cutter. The cardboard backing of the set reads, “Cooky Staitonery (sic) Set.” “Cooky Stationery” is written on the erasers and markers.

Sold at: Dollar stores in northern California from January 2005 through March 2007 for about $1.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the razor blade cutter away from children and dispose of it. Consumers can return the set to the store for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact CPSC’s Hotline at (800) 638-2772 anytime.

This week, I will be profiling each piece with a full description.

As soon as I saw the first piece I fell in love with the modern design and European look.

The ‘Nano’ High Chair is Bloom Baby’s entry level highchair.

Their philosophy is that you shouldn’t have to sacrifice personal style when you have a baby and it shows by the sleek look of their furniture.

I love the sharp stainless steel look of this chair as well as the Micro leather seat. Once you are done with it, the chair folds flat to be put in a closet - out of the way. This makes the Nano perfect for parents who are living a loft or a downtown space where square footage is at a premium.

Another great feature is the 2 position adjustable footrest, which will allow the highchair to adapt to your child as they grow.

This chair is offered in three colours (blue, pink, and white, shown) and will be available for purchase early summer. $150 U.S.

Please visit the website for more information www.bloombaby.com

bloom’s global team integrates the best in aesthetic and functional design from Europe with precision engineering and production; uniquely combining superior style and comfort, innovation and quality. the bloom vision is to enable families to begin parenthood in style with products that enhance lifestyle and sense of contemporary living.