Cool New Wall Art for Baby's Nursery from Jeeto!

Someone's in the kitchen with Dinah, and Jeeto is gracing the walls of the bedroom! Jeeto's modern silk screened prints are must-haves in baby's nursery, and are "grown up" enough to delight through childhood without seeming "baby-ish!" We have just added new prints to our Jeeto collection, including the Train triptych (left), an elegant Deer, and a cutie Cupcake among other faves that are sure to dress your little one's room up in modern style!

Our Carlton Cow on Babble's Best!

Moooove over, rocking horses- there's a new cow in town! Go to the online world's hippest mag for parents, Babble and check out our Carlton the Cow rocker from Charm Co. which has been proclaimed one of Babble's top five rocking "horses" and makes for a cool baby shower gift or one year old birthday present!

Check out the entire Charm Co collection of plush rockers for your lil one!

Brick and Mortar Buzz!

Whew! This week has been super spring-like, and so the Buzz around our store is all about cool, crazy tees and clothes for kids! Our Psychobaby Angel onesie in baby and dress in kids has all the girls feeling heavenly, and the boys are all rockin' out to Kaos' KISS tee! The hot shoe is definitely Converse' s skull slip-on, and folks are pairing it with Cotton Caboodle separates as well as pretty dresses! In the Toy Department, mini Automoblox and the new Kellogg No-Bake Cooking sets are are all the rage, and Pinkalicious and No No Yes Yes are the most popular page-turners! We do have to admit, though, that the winner this week is, for sure, our Psychobaby give away balloons, which have the kids floating on air with happiness!

Best thank you ever for a balloon by a small child: "I love you!"
The group that has everyone dancin' today: Hall and Oates
Most likely to get a laugh from a group: Safe Baby Pregnancy Tips

Brick and Mortar Buzz--- Birthday Bookreading!

Check out the fun at our store front's book reading, which was the kick off to our birthday celebration! Our goodie bags this year were canvas shoppers, perfect for jaunts to the grocery store or park and of course, visits to Psychobaby!!! The most popular gifts this week were new outdoor toys, Sourpuss Tees and Kaos, the Psychobaby tee of the week was Mom (yay Moms!!!) and the most common phrase around our spinning wheel of fun was, "Come on 50!!!" We'd like to thank Nili for kicking our birthday off with some cool reads, and we'd like to say thanks to all of you for making our first 5 years the absolute in cool and crazy!!!

p45 Gift Card Give Away!

For ladies in Chicago, the name p45 has meant style and elegance since it opened its doors in 1997. Now, thanks to p45.com, the nation can experience the same joys! p45's style has always been based on supporting emerging designers who have not yet been "seen" on the fashion scene, and we are thrilled that we have a $50 p45 online gift card to give away in honor of our birthday celebration! Be sure to check out featured jewelry designer Winifred Grace, view Chicago superstar Lara Miller's pieces and the modern style of Breed! Enter the p45 raffle, and join them in their love of the artistry of wardrobe!








The p45 Gift Card Raffle runs from 5/5-5/31, 2008. To enter, send your email address to us at contest@psychobaby.net with "elegance, please!" as your subject. We're sorry, but at this time, we can only accept entrants from the lower 48 States. Please note that by entering the raffle, you will automatically be signed up for our weekly newsletter, full of cool, crazy kids' stuff.

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Shop Shebang Give Away!

Ladies, to your left is the Forty Nine Square Miles Big Mouth Hobo, which we are sure you could travel with for years. In honor of our birthday, the lovelies at shopshebang.com (trust us, just go ahead and bookmark that puppy right now!) have given us a $50 online gift certificate to raffle off in style!
Shebang's motto is "stay original. stay accessorized," and we could not agree more because a good accessory brightens your whole look instantaneously! Great bags and jewelry always fit, especially Shebang's collection, which merges the newest trends you need on the immediate with classic style that will last for years to come. Owner Jen has a sweet, sweet eye for detail, carrying established brands such as Hayden-Harnett and Alexis Bittar as well as introducing emerging designers such as Foley and Corrina and the fabulous Forty Nine Square Miles (check out the Back Stabber (looove!- it's made every one of our wish lists!!!). If you are feeling blue due to those spring showers, enter the shopshebang online gift card raffle, 'cause a brighter day is only a handbag (or two, or three!!!!) away!

Shebang raffle runs from 5/4-5/31, 2008. To enter our raffle for a $50 gift card to shopshebang.com, please send your email address to contact@psychobaby.net with "stay accessorized" as the subject. We're sorry, but at this time, we can only accept entrants from the lower 48 States. Please note that when you enter the raffle, you will automatically be signed up for our weekly newsletter, full of fun info on our cool, crazy kids' stuff! Good luck!

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Cool Shoes Giveaway!!!

City Soles has been bringing Chicago Mamas and Papas funky footwear since 1991! Just a mention of City Soles in our storefront brings lots of talk about what new sexy date night heels/cool boots/wedge sandals/new cool Dad shoes/shoes that make you feel pretty because you are super preggers and don't fit into anything were just spotted in City Soles' windows and need to be gotten now! Owner Scott Starbuck found his calling picking the most interesting, arty, funky and provocative shoes on the market, and I can speak for all of Psychobaby when I say we're really glad he did! Our feet (and entire outfits) are thrilled with his selection of Chie Mihara, Yin (two faves around our store!), Costume National, Cydwoq , Camper and a host of others that literally will have you frothing in a "shoes, glorious shoes!!!" type frenzy upon first glance!
We are super excited City Soles is celebrating our birthday with us and you with their $75 gift card, redeemable on their site, www.citysoles.com! To enter the City Soles Giveaway, send an email to contest@psychobaby.net and be sure to write "I need cool shoes!" in the subject and your email address in the body because if you've got the feet, they've got the cool shoes!



City Soles raffle runs through 5/31. We're sorry, but we can only accept entrants from the lower 48 States. Please note that all raffle entrants will automatically receive our weekly newsletter, full of updates on our cool, crazy kids' stuff. Good luck to ya!


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Rockabye Baby Gift Box Giveaway!!!

Do you remember those pre-baby evenings spent at a rock club, beer in hand, listening to the sounds of your new favorite band? Well, if the most rockin' thing now is your Dutalier, the sounds you listen to are howls coming out of your angel, and that bottle you hold is full of milk, you should spend some time with Rockabye Baby's Lullaby Renditions of your favorite bands!
The awesome people at Baby Rock Records are helping us celebrate our 5th birthday in the most rockin' way possible with their cool Gift Box, full of CD's from their line that are sure to have you reminiscing while your babe sleeps soundly. All wrapped up in style (with a safety pin closure, of course) this Gift Box is sure to be "Mother's Little Helper!" Included inside are Lullaby renditions of: Bob Marley, Metallica, the Ramones, the Beatles, U2, Pink Floyd, Green Day, and Led Zeppelin.

To enter the raffle for this Rock n Roll Legend Gift Box, email contest@psychobaby.net
Write "I Need Sleep!" as your subject, and leave your return email address in the body of the email!

The Rockabye Baby Raffle will run from 5/1-5/31. Sorry, but at this time, we can only accept entries from the lower 48 states! Please note, by entering our raffle you will be subscribed to our weekly newsletter full of cool, crazy kids' stuff!

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Psychobaby of the Month Winner!

Psychobaby Brand Birthday Giveaway!!!

To kick off our birthday, we are raffling off 5 Psychobaby Brand t-shirts of your choice! Whether you have a Chick Magnet, a Sir Poopsalot or a Punk, you're little one'll be stylin' in your new cool tees!

Check out your cool baby and kids Psychobaby tee choices!

To enter the raffle, email contest@psychobaby.net and write Psychobaby tees in the subject!

Entries accepted 5/1-5/31. Sorry, but at this time, we can only accept entries from the lower 48 states! Please note, by entering our raffle you will be subscribed to our weekly newsletter

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Backpocket Wisdom

Since it is our 5th birthday this month (5/3), Backpocket Wisdom is here to give you five fun b-day facts to entertain your little ones!
1. "Happy Birthday To You" 's melody was written by American two sisters, Patty and Mildred J. Hill, in 1893 making it one of the longest running popular favorites. (Backpocket Bonus-- the song is copyrighted, too, which is why you usually don't hear the whole thing if someone is being sang to in the movies)
2. Your golden birthday is when the day of your birthday is the age you are turning, such as ours was our third birthday since the store opened on the third of May, 2003! Many birthday boys and girls get an extra present on this special day!
3. According to birthdaycelebrations.net, the largest birthday ever (attended by over 35,000 people!) was for Colonel Sanders in 1970.
4. According to theholidayspot.com, the largest birthday cake weighed in at "128, 238 lbs and 8 oz." and got iced with "16,209 lbs of frosting!"
5. According to yahoo answers, which we found through digg, October 5th is the most common b-day in the US--- and we say, Happy New Year, parents!!!

Psychobaby shares a birthday with the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, who was born on 5/3/1933.
Tell us a story about who your kids share a birthday with, and whether it is eerie, inspirational, right on or baloney in your opinion!

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Cool, crazy Person of the Month

We are so happy to be celebrating Mother's Day (okay, we're late, but shouldn't it really be a month anyway???) with Portrait Mama Ellen Greene! Ellen graduated with a BFA in painting from the Kansas City Art Institute in 1998, and was inspired to do portraits after the birth of her second daughter. We're so glad she decided to whip a portrait up for a friend, because Ellen's style is picture-perfect, and inspired by high fashion, art and tattoos! She always paints acrylic on wood, can do custom backgrounds so your new piece will fit in any room, and can work off of your favorite image. We are thrilled to have Ellen's answers to our 6 Psycho Questions!

1. What is the coolest thing that has ever happened to you?

"Oh- it doesn't sound very cool but its the truth- having my family, two daughters- Donovan, 6, and Ruby, 3, and my very cool husband Dave. "

2. What is the craziest fashion statement you have ever made?

"There have been many. Pink hair- no hair-leather pants-crazy old lady dresses...But I will start where it all began-First day of first grade. I picked out my very own outfit- a brown checkered blouse ( the 80's kind with the poofy sleeves) tucked into a pleated white polyester skirt (bought at Venture!) and red knee socks. "

3. What is your favorite book?

"I read all the time so I would have to say that my favorites change. I just finished an amazing memoir called Jesus Land - I cried like a baby at the end! Then there are the books I love reading to my daughters like Harry Potter and the Frog and Toad books. I love reading outloud and doing different accents and voices. "

4. What toy can you not live without?

"I could live without toys- sorry toy lovers of the world. What I love is a good stick, some mud and water to play in- I'm a hippie kid at heart."

5. If you could have a "Superpower", what would it be?

"To save the planet. "

6. Who is the coolest parent you know (ties between your own Mom and Dad are totally understandable!)

"Now I feel like I have to say my mom and dad! Ha Ha! But seriously my mom is really cool- she let me be very expressive as a child and was supportive of all my crazy ways. Now she is a very cool."

To view more of Ellen's cool portraits, go to her myspace page
To contact Ellen, email her at portraitsbyellengreene@yahoo.com

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Mama Lavona's Astrology!

We'd like to welcome Mama Lavona back to describe your little bull, the Taurus born from 4/20-5/20, and would also like to acknowledge the name change from "Horoscopes" to "Astrology"... we just thought it a lil more accurate!
Taurus is endowed with a charming, sweet placid nature. Little earthy Taurus is here to explore the senses. She will have a fine appreciation for beauty and harmony and will enjoy art and music. When dressing your little one, dazzle the senses with velvet, sparkles, fun fur and corduroy!
Home and family is very important to security loving Taurus and will remain so even as an adult. Create a sacred space for Taurus, customize her bedroom or playroom with a mural! Unpleasantness makes Taurus grumpy, whether it be taste, smell, or surroundings. Invest in things that will help keep her toys, books and closet organized! Taurus is quite the nature lover too, so don'’t be surprised if you find Taurus making mud pie because your little bull will enjoy helping mommy in the garden.
Taurus loves nothing better than a party! Friends, family, food, music, getting all dressed
up....whew, that'’s what it'’s all about! One last thing...about Taurus being stubborn as a bull. A few words of advice: The carrot works better than the stick! Keep in mind that determination is a good quality, and if nurtured properly will serve them well as an adult!

Color: Pink or Light Green Gem: Emerald or Turquoise
Essential Oil: Sandalwood

Great Gifts for your bull: Musical Instruments, Art Supplies,
Kitchen Stuff, Gardening Kits, Dress-Up
Famous Taurus include: Jessica Lange (4/20), Queen Elizabeth II (4/21), Barbara Streisand (4/24), Al Pacino (4/25), Carol Burnett (4/26), Isiah Thomas (4/30), Tim McGraw (5/1), George Clooney (5/6), Tchaikovsky (5/7), Bono (5/10), Stevie Wonder (5/13), Cate Blanchett (5/14), Mia Hamm (5/17), Reggie Jackson (5/18), Jimmy Stewart (5/20)

Check out Psychobaby brand astrology tees!
Talk to Lady Lavona!

Dress for Success Bucktown Event Next Thursday!

On Thursday, May 8th, come to the Dress For Success Spring Shop Around at our store front as well as our fabulous neighbors'! Check in starts at 4:30 pm at p45 (1643 N. Damen) and then shop till you drop from 5-8 at all participating stores. or until you make the after party at Bluebird (cocktails and noshes!!!)! Discounts and refreshments are to be had at each participating store, and the entrance fee ($50 for non-Y.E.S. members and $40 for Y.E.S. members) benefits this awesome organization's cause! To RSVP, call 773.528.8856 or email susan.welter@rcn.com To learn more about Y.E.S. and Dress For Success, go to dressforsuccess.org

Brick and Mortar Buzz!

The Brick and Mortar Buzz'll give you a behind-the-scenes look at our storefront's Saturday!

Gifts were definitely in the air today! Everyone was totally ga-ga over the new baby and kids tees from Junk Food, the most popular being Vanity Smurf (we're pretty sure he wouldn't be surprised about that!) Baby Stella was making everyone happy with her easy to work pacifier and soft super-cuteness, and folks were pairing her with Mimi and Maggie dresses for the little baby girls! Toddlers were checking out the the new remote controlled cars, the Charm It! the cool rock n roll tees, and it was a huge Saturday for ride-on toys for the active kids! We've had a great day so far, and a lot of the buzz is dedicated to our 5th birthday next week! If you are in-town, we'd love it if you could stop by!

What we've been dancin' to: Matthew Wilder's "Break My Stride"

Client's t-shirt of the day: Psychobaby Brand's Martini and Me Onesie

Great Gift of the Day: Pedal to the Metal

Conversation topics: A new potential diaper bag for our web store (we'll keep ya posted!)

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It's our birthday!!!!

We're going to be five this year, and you are all invited to our brick and mortar birthday party 5/1-5-4, where we will have games, fun and sur-prizes!!!! We'd love to see you there!

1630 N. Damen
Chicago, IL 60647
866.545.2815

Cool Clothes

We'd like to introduce Mimi and Maggie's new spring/summer trends for girls by offering you 20% off! Let your baby or big girl get bohemian with Mimi and Maggie's cool twirly dresses and sets, that take embroidered details to a whole new level of hip-ness!

Just enter MIMI20 as your Coupon Code from 4/24-4/31 and celebrate spring with us!

View the hip kid style of Mimi and Maggie at psychobabyonline.com

Cool Clothes: New Rolling Stones Stuff for Baby and Kids!

Okay, we'll admit it... some of us (who shall remain nameless!), are total fans of the Rolling Stones who raced out to buy the GQ with Keith Richards this month (be sure to check it out!) and have also already seen the Martin Scorsese doc, Shine a Light! If you are like us, then you will love the new selection from Sourpuss and Kaos on our site that has 40 Licks of style and is sure to impress your "Mother's Little Helper!"
Browse Rock Tees and Baby and Girl Dresses for cool clothes, or check out Baby Rock Records Lullaby Renditions of the Stones!

And be sure to let us know which Stones' members style is your fave in our Comments section!

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Ugly Doll Raffle extended through June!!!

Due to popular demand, our Ugly Doll Raffle is being extended until June 30, 2008!!!! We wish everyone who enters the best of luck!

Happy Spring: Free Shipping!

Enter FS-ALL as your Coupon Code on psychobabyonline.com through 4/15/08 to receive Free Shipping on your entire (standard UPS ground) order, whether you are snagging some cool clothes for your own kids (like Psychobaby brand's new Peace dress, left!) or a super hip baby gift for your next april shower!