Baroque Babies

There was a time not so long ago that I was on a search for the perfect "mommy bag."  Also known as a "diaper bag", or "bag to carry everything you, your husband, and kid(s) might need during your entire outing."I saw these bags in downtown Stuttgart and had to find out...

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If you are looking to update your child's playroom, throw out the typical IKEA stools used for the small kids art table (you know the ones!) and dress up what is typically an ordinary idea, then you will adore Werkhaus's artistic approach to fine sitting. The photo stools are fun,...

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Mother nature dumped a big load of snow on Ludwigsburg yesterday, much to Kim and my exasperation.  It's been an especially snowy and cold winter here and we are more than ready for spring.  In order to at least get the inside of our homes into the spring feeling, if...

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Good morning everyone!The winners of the give-away are: 1. Allison (train spoon, and because we know you're expecting, we'll throw in the bellybutton baby tees!)2. Urslua (water bottle, big)3. Anita (doorstop)4. Joy (water bottle, small)5. Katie (Weleda set)Please contact us at laura{at}baroquebabies{dot}com with your mailing address.Results chosen by Random.org. Thank...

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Hi everyone, just a reminder that the Blühendes Barock & Marchengarten Dauerkarten passes are currently on sale. If you are looking to save a few extra euro on single or family cards be sure to stop by the Schloss or Marstall Center in Ludwigsburg today! The pre-sale will continue through...

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Kim and I saw the latest addition to Rice Denmark's adorable storage baskets at Korbymayer Stuttgart last week.  Is this not so cute?  And it would work for a boy or girl or a parent! (:-) )  I'm in love....As I've mentioned before, these boxes are made of raffia palm leaves and manufactured in third world...

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I think it is about time we do another give-away. We are feeling pretty generous today so we've decided to give-away the following products to our loyal Baroque Babies readers: one cute baby Bellybutton T for baby boy and one cute Bellybutton T for baby girl (sizes 3-6months) that will...

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Coincidentally enough, while roaming around Stuttgart yesterday, we met Taga representative Matthias Gross on the third floor of Korbmayer setting up Taga's original 'multifunctional urban vehicle'. The bicycle/continuity transporter is even cooler in person and a must see if you live in the Stuttgart area, so be sure to stop...

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After attempting a 25 mile bike journey several years back I discovered one thing about myself...I really do not enjoy biking that much. I know, shock, I live in Germany and I DON'T LIKE BIKING (I can see the Germans reading this now with open mouths). I don't mind a...

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Finally they are here! In all of our spare time (ha ha), Kim and I have become crafty and have created these fun hair bows.Our online shop is almost ready, but in the meantime, let us know what you would like by leaving us a comment on this post...

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Although I'm a HUGE fan of U.S. based Tutulegz, I'm equally as pleased to see my second favorite one stop tight shop, BabyLegs, find its way over to Deutschland. My girls are dedicated tutu fans and love pairing them with their favorite leg warmers and tights. Actually, their inspired series...

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It's that time of year again for parties and costumes, merry-making, and special treats.  Carnival (also known as Karnival, Fasching, and Mardi Gras) time!We attended a fabulous party on Saturday night with the kids and other families from big brother's kindergarten.  Everybody dressed up as movie stars or related friends, and...

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Good morning and happy Valentine's Day from Germany!  They easiest way to warm all of my boys' (husband included) hearts is with chocolate, so I picked up some bunnies, nougat hearts and truffles from our local chocolate store. Here's hoping you can spend today with your loved ones!...

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Valentine's Day is western imperialism at its best. The flowers, candy, small little gifts and romanticism of America's favorite Hallmark holiday has become a force to be reckoned with in the land of beer and brats. More and more I notice the heavily hearted chocolates staring up at me from...

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The weather outside is frightful...And this is my Wednesday morning retreat. Big brother in kindergarten, little brother to the free childcare club right on the baroque Ludwigsburg Marktplatz, and Laura to BarON cafe next door to sip my Latte and generally zone out for an hour.  Simple, refreshing, and wonderful. ...

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I love clever ideas and ingenuity, so I was completely delighted when I received a box full of chocolates (on a stick) from my dear friends in Munchen last Thursday. They know my passion for chocolate, and thought, under the current circumstances, it would help cheer me up. Although these...

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This handmade lampshade is (finally) hanging in baby brother's room! I found it on DaWanda, Germany's version of Etsy, offering handmade products made with love. Check out lillyberlin's store, she has adorable fabric-covered lampshades and ships worldwide....

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I have a great tip for all of you breastfeeding mothers out there who feel tired, exhausted and a bit depleted. Aufbaumittel 'Stadelmann', a homeopathic pulver developed by a pharmacist in Kempten Allgäu, Germany, provides a wonderful tasteless mix of vitamins and minerals your body may be deficient of. The...

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It is February and zero degrees Celsius in Germany and it's time to cozy up with my new beloved pair of slippers! These Hausschuhe (house shoes) from Pampuschen (I have the gray flowered style but in light lavender) are comfortable, stylish without being too girl-y (perfect for my style), stay on my...

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Tote bags nowadays are so dull, but I've found some fresh, artsy shoppers that are great for the fashion conscious and those still carrying around extra diapers and wipes for the toddler set. Although several of the designs I tend to favor are a bit pricey, like my favorite...

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After escaping the Midwest and landing in the middle of Europe, I quickly realized that mad dashes to my car during thunderstorms (sans umbrella) would not suffice, and almost immediately, upon arrival, bought an umbrella. Politely turning down the free 'Post Bank' umbrella my husband tried to gift me, I...

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Just a quick note for our local readers. Starting this week, Kim will be teaching a mama (or papa!) and baby fitness class at our local dance school. Bring your baby and the stroller and knowing Kim's enthusiasm and creativity, I'm sure it will prove to be lots of...

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Okay, so I've had one really crappy day. My best girlfriend Liela, whom I've spoken about previously, received some pretty harsh news yesterday. The cancer has now spread to her brain. With two little girls of my own I cannot imagine the anguish she is going through nor the unimaginable...

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When we lived in Michigan, my husband used to sail on our local mini lake near Farmington Hills. Maybe that is why this sweet hooded baby towel from Zara Home Kids new collection caught my eye! Available for 15 Euro from Zara Home Germany and other lands here!...

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Brrrr! Apart from the deceiving sunshine that decided to poke its head around the fog today, it's freeezzziiing. My toes are cold, my body chilled and I decided to give up on the whole man vs. woman temperature gauge argument that seems to plague our family. Needless to say, I've...

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