Have you tried Chewbeads yet? These adorable, hip, bold-and-bright necklaces and bracelets double as accessories for Mom and teethers to entertain your baby, and they’re made with safe, soft silicone that’s easy to clean. Obviously we love ‘em. But it gets even better! Our eagle-eyed baby gear experts are always on the prowl for cool ideas, and Alayna at our Boston store reported to ... Read More »

At any age, from 5 to 55 (and beyond), you’ll continue to be your child’s biggest cheerleader, so it’s no surprise that our staff’s parents are some of the biggest fans of Magic Beans. My mom and my stepfather Joe live pretty close to our store in Fairfield, Connecticut, so they take every opportunity to drop in and do some ... Read More »

What makes you say “wow”? A beautiful sunset? A circus act? A kid who just learned to ride a bike?  Wow is such a flexible word, an exclamation used to convey astonishment, admiration, excitement, pleasure. It’s appropriate for such a range of occasions. “You found a leaf? Wow!” or “You’re pregnant with twins? Wow!” A few years ago, when we ... Read More »

My mother’s jewelry has always mesmerized me. As a baby, even the simplest earrings or rings made my eyes sparkle. A few years back, my mom confessed that while she loves me very much, this girlhood fascination of mine was nothing short of a nuisance. She’d lovingly hold me in her arms and I, in turn, would tug at her ... Read More »