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Nursery Tour: Linus, Miles and Oliver's "Make Room for Three" Room!

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Location: New Orleans, LA

Children's Names: Linus, Miles and Oliver, 5 1/2 months

Many parents find putting together a nursery to be a daunting task. So imagine doing it for triplets! Not knowing the triplets' gender beforehand made for an even more interesting challenge. Clearly, parents Pam and George are made of sturdy stuff though and pulled off this colorful, fun room (with lots of handmade, personal touches) that is also functional for three brothers.

Thursday Giveaway: The Peaceful Nursery

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Feng Shui may seem new-agey to you, but we believe many parents will be interested in the principles found in The Peaceful Nursery: Preparing a Home for Your Baby with Feng Shui by Laura Forbes Carlin and Alison Forbes. In addition to Feng Shui, the authors incorporate ideas from interior design with an eye toward a healthy, green space for a child to live.

Enter the giveaway below the jump...

Happy Birthday, Gwen!

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We hope your first birthday is as beautiful and happy as you! Lots of love from your family and best wishes for a special day and joyous year from your friends at Ohdeedoh!

Deerly Beloved by WallCandy Arts

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Organic Patemm Pads

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We showcased the round changing pads called Patemm Pads a while back here on Ohdeedoh. We're happy to see they've introduced an organic cotton line that is also machine washable.

Look! Otis' Homemade Art Table

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AT: Nursery friend Shiso Mama created an art table for adorable son Otis from IKEA parts. We showed you how beautifully she integrated Otis' play areas throughout her home in a previous post.

We love the final product and all the small details that make this homemade art table special. Check out pics below...

Happy Birthday, Hazel!

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It's no ordinary Thursday for Hazel Lucia - it's her first birthday! She's come a long way in a year - she's walking, talking and even learning sign language. Her family sends her lots of loving wishes on her birthday!

Changing Table by Worthington Direct

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We're intrigued with the idea behind this changing table -- a table that gives mobile children independence to climb up and down the table, and we think it's almost rather cute. Almost....

Good Questions: Bedding for Co-sleeper?

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Ann has a question for all of you who have used the Arm's Reach Co-sleeper.

Hi, I'm planning on using a co-sleeper for the first 6 months- probably the mini co-sleeper from Arm's Reach. Even though the baby will be sharing our room, I really want to decorate the space a little bit. I really wanted a special sheet for the co-sleeper- something pretty.

Culla Belly Co-Sleeper

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This beauty is making its way through the blogosphere. The Culla Belly Co-sleeper, designed by Manuela Busetti and Andrea Garuti of Studio di Progettazione, won first place at the Playing Design's International Design Competition for children's design.

Look! Alphabet Embroidered Lampshade by Doe C Doe

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Lately we've developed a preoccupation with embroidery because it's beautiful, portable (i.e. easily done in front of the telly) and satisfying for beginners. So we've been keeping our eyes out for things to embroider beyond tea towels and baby onesies. This charming lampshade by Doe C Doe fits the bill.


Using Drawer Liners as Rug Mats

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Unless you like slipping and sliding around, most thin rugs require rug mats to keep you and your kids steady on your feet. One price-comparing mom had a simple idea to use cheaper drawer liners in place of rug mats.

Parenting Blog Roundup: 05.14.08

parentingblog-51408-1.jpgDooce discusses her appearance on the Today show regarding "Mommy Bloggers."

Keep reading to see what else is happening in the Parenting Blogosphere...

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Nature Babycare Diapers

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Now there's an alternative to Seventh Generation. Nature Babycare Diapers are also chlorine-free, and made of 100% biodegradable material. The company even plants a tree with every pack that you purchase.

Follow-Up: Kristen's Homemade Nursery Bedding

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Remember Kristen's Good Question about coordinating fabrics for her Apples & Pears pattern? Well, she recently wrote to us with an update on her project (and to let us know that Annabelle has arrived!). Check out the pics...

Good Questions: Tot Loks

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Ann writes in with a timely question for Safety Month:

I just had some new cabinets installed (Shaker style) and was hoping to use the magnetic Tot Loks. My contractor says my cabinets are too thick. Anyone have experience with this or recommend any other cabinet locks? Thanks!

Tikoli Tea Towels
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tikoliteatowels-51408.jpgWe love the fresh colors and patterns of these lovely Tikoli Tea Towels so much, we're just dying to get them out of the kitchen. These 100% cotton mix and match tea towels would be lovely framed or as doll bed bedding. They're too pretty to hide in a drawer.

Wish Come True Toys

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These fun little characters are from the designers known as "Friends with You." The design aesthetic will appeal to grown-ups and kids will love their Weeble-like wobble and built-in bell chime.

Ohdeedoh Scavenger: Best of 05.14.08

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The Scavenger's lathered up in sunscreen for visits to these hot locales: Los Angeles, Miami and Phoenix. We've got some modern furniture finds as well as a lineup of chairs for you.

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Family Tree Roundup at Cookie
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Looking for a unique way to display a family tree in your home? Cookie's Nesting Blog has rounded up some great ideas to honor your ancestors and help teach children about their family.

Via: Nesting Blog.

Personalized Alphabet Print and Flat Cards by Shim and Sons

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Readers of Sally Shim's blog, Shim and Sons, know that her taste runs to clean lines and subdued hues while still managing to be cheerful. We covet many a thing in her shoppe and were excited to see the addition of personalized alphabet prints and flat cards.

Good Question: Clorox Green Works

goodquestion-greenworks.jpgLucy wrote us an e-mail: "I keep hearing about those new green products from Clorox and really want to try them but I'm a bit hesitant because if they're total duds well then that's money (not) well spent.

What have you heard about them? Thanks for your help!"

Good question, Lucy!

Baby Seed Packets
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A perfect baby shower party favor or birth announcement for Spring. A free downloadable template helps you make your own.

Via: Craftzine.

Look! Saran Wrap Art Project

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Cool huh? All you need are some watercolor paints and Saran Wrap, and voila, you've got something that looks quite impressive.

Bopita Furniture Collection

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Dutch dominance. From nursery furniture to strollers to bikes, and even to airport lounge design, the Dutch impress with child-friendly design. The Bopita Kids' Furniture Collection is another shining example.

Bopita was originally known for its wooden playpens. The Letters playpen is one of our favorites - an elevated crib-like piece that your child can play in safely. Many Dutch families have a playpen in their living room.

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