Kids

oompa.com

"No batteries. No blinking lights. No cartoon-themed toys. Period," says the site's founder, a mom who'd had it with branded toys. What you will find? European wooden toys and other creative stuff.

At left: Under The Nile stuffed vegetables, $26; at

oompa.com.

fawnandforest.com

Even if the goods weren't environmentally legit, we'd still flip for this adorable collection of kid stuff.

At left: Super Natural Baby blanket and poncho, $56; at

fawnandforest.com.

kidonyc.com

You can shop by age, environment (is this a playroom or a bedroom toy?), or educational philosophy. Haven't settled on an educational philosophy? Find all the info you need here.

At left: Nuts and Bolts, $20; at

kidonyc.com.

spunkysprout.com

Smartly designed furniture, clothing and toys. Check daily for Spunky Picks-less expensive items that are shipped in 24 hours.

At left: Zid Zid Kids

Moroccan pouf, $150 and square mini pouf, $78.

giggle.com

A very cool edit of everything a parent needs, from strollers to sippy cups. Case in point: the bright blue dachshund nursery lamp ($60). Awww.

bel-bambini.com

Featuring tasteful, sweet looking goods for tots, this West Hollywood boutique (the name means "beautiful babies" in Italian) is a fave of celebrity moms (Jessica Alba, Halle Berry, Salma Hayek).

At left: Antigua tunic and legging set, $68; at

bel-bambini.com.

babygeared.com

This ultra-sophisticated site pulls together design classics relevant to the world of babies and kids, from an Eames elephant to the Villa Sibi dollhouse.

At left: Eames Elephant, $290; at

babygeared.com.

milkshop.com

Only the latest for your mini trendster? Whatever's hot-faux furs, metallic shoes-they've got it.

At left: Blabla dog doll, $36;

milkshop.com.

rompstore.com

Filled with goods meant to nurture the imagination, this site is almost impossible to surf without smiling at all the cuteness.

At left: Cupcakes, $36; at

rompstore.com.

theminisocial.com

This "private members only" site (OK, you just need to sign up to get in) offers up to 60 percent off designer clothing.

monkeyhousetoys.com

Check out the art supplies and educational kits section for activities to tweak the budding Damien Hirst or Einstein in your house.

At left: Solar system floor puzzle, $25;

monkeyhousetoys.com.

kangarooboo.com

A specialty store offering handmade eco-friendly toys from around the world. Users can rate and comment, so everything really is mommy approved.

At left: Kathe Kruse puzzle, $36; at

kangarooboo.com.