03.11.08

Do you find it difficult to start thinking about your child's future, especially when he/she hasn't even started kindergarten yet? Well, unless you're a rock star and your baby has a multimillion-dollar trust fund, you need a good game plan that will keep your baby financially safe.

Even if you started saving only a few dollars each week now, this money can grow into a great college fund {or starter fund} by the time your child graduates from high school. Now is the perfect time to make an investment for your child's future. To get you headed in the right direction, we found two items that are just perfect {one for saving money + one for saving memories}. Save, save, save!

Chocolate Polka Dot Piggy Bank

"A penny saved is a penny earned" is a lesson never too soon learned! This Hand-Painted Polka Dot Ceramic Piggy Bank is a perfect gift to show little ones the importance of this golden rule, and since it's handpainted little inconsistencies add to their unique charm. No two are alike. Packaged in a clear PVC box. Measures 6.5"x 5.75"x 7.75".
$28 at Elegant Baby Gifts


Expecting Tales

From the positive pregnancy test to the first signs of labor, expecting a baby is a whirlwind nine months of discovery and emotion. Nothing compares to the first kick, hearing the heartbeat, and everyone is just so nice to you! And then there's the unsolicited advice, the heartburn and the maternity pants you have to endure for just one more month.

Capture the ups and not-so-ups of the amazing months leading up to Baby with our fun and flexible Expecting Tales kit. Once Baby arrives those priceless memories will seem like the distant past and the real adventure of parenthood begins.

Kit Includes:
- A 4x6 notepad to document an amazing 40 weeks
- Four themed dividers to organize your tales
- Acrylic box with easy flip-up lid safeguards your cherished memories
$32 at Tiny Tales