Freaky Friday: Sale now up to 70% off!

Come shop our online sidewalk sale this Freaky Friday, where you'll get an additional 10% off sale, bringing your discounts up to 70% off! All the fun of a sidewalk sale, without the sun tan lotion and the bag-carrying, and the worry about whether or not it is going to rain! Get on over to Freaky Friday now->

Freaky Friday: 50% off select Januzzi!

Get on over to Freaky Friday for an array of ruffle butts and cuteness for your gals and summer style for your boys! Select summer Januzzi is 50% off - shop now!

Sidewalk Sale and Rockin' Kids' Tent at Wicker Park Fest!

This weekend: Psychobaby's Sidewalk Sale and the Rockin' Kids' Tent at
Wicker Park Fest!

Join us on Saturday, July 25th and Sunday July 26th for the Bucktown Sidewalk Sale and Wicker Park Fest!

Get that summer sizzle at Sidewalk Sale!

We'll be outside catching a tan and bringing our cool, crazy kids' stuff to Sidewalk Sale! We'll be open Saturday from 10 am - 6 pm and on Sunday from 11 am - 5 pm, so be sure to come hang out and catch some deals on the sun! Over 75 other retailers are going to participate (we open an hour earlier than most, fyi) including the stylemakers at Helen Yi, P45, Stitch, Riley, Robin Richman, Beta Boutique, Urban Outfitters, Scoop and Shebang along with other stores that sizzle!

Get down at Psychobaby's Rockin' Kids Tent at the WPF!

After you grab your sidewalk sale goodies, bring the family down to Evergreen and Milwaukee for the Psychobaby Rockin' Kids' Tent along with all of the other fun at Wicker Park Fest Kids! We're going to be rockin' out with DIY band tees, rock 'n roll fauxhawks and streaks, and complimentary photos of all of the fun! Be sure to stop by, say hello and get your craft on - we'll be hanging in the sun from 12-6 both Saturday and Sunday and would love for you to stop by, hang with us and give a video shout out for our blog! Other fun on the block are the talented artists on the kids stage (see below for show times), the city officials in a dunk tank for all who love those new meters!, temporary tattoos and face painting from Shorty's and Metamorph, bounce house, petting zoo (12-4), and Kids' City Toddler Zone.

Saturday Sunday

noon Mary Macaroni Mary Macaroni

1:00 pm Lindsay Weinberg Kids' Yoga w/ Soulistic

2:00 pm Beazley Phillips Chang's Martial Arts

3:00 pm Jeremy Babcock (Dream Tree Shakers) Mad Science of Chicago

4:00 pm Bucktown School of Music Laura Doherty

5:00 pm Little Miss Ann Karen 4 Kids

Hope to see you there! - the Psychobaby crew

New Fall Rowdy Sprout Has Arrived!

This week: Freaky Friday Yummy Treats 50% off!

Above are just a sampling of the yummy treats available at 50% off on this week's Freaky Friday! Give your little sweet thang a surprise summer gift now!

Giveaway! Win a custom tattoo print!

We're so excited about or new custom tattoo prints (two of the four are above) that we are throwing a contest and giving one away! Wystar Designs for Psychobaby brings you 4 cool tattoo prints that can be customized up to eight letters and are ready to hang in that rock 'n roll room upon 'delivery!' The winner of our "What's your baby's band name?" contest will receive their choice of 1 of the 4 custom tattoo prints (to view them all, click here), and it is as easy as drumming on a pot with a spoon to enter. Here's all you have to do:

+ Post a Comment with your baby's band name. To get the band name, just follow the 'formula:'

(Their favorite mood) + (Their favorite food) = their rock band's name
ie: Grumpy + Mashed Bananas = The Grumpy Mashed Bananas!

+ Tweet to enter twice! Post your comment, and then follow @shop_psychobaby on twitter. Tweet "psychobaby contest" and your comment will be counted twice in the draw.

+All entries ust be receieved by 7/31/09, and the winner will be chosen at random and annnounced on 8/1/09.

Cool Mom Picks for Psychobaby!

Cool Mom Picks is the go-to source for many, many Moms on the web who want some fab stuff and don't want to have to look for hours for it! The two taste-making Mamas at Cool Mom Picks have made it their mission to find stuff Moms can flaunt, because, as they say, "Cool stuff doesn't make the mom, but it sure does make life a little better!" We are pleased to announce that on view now are Cool Mom Picks for Psychobaby! Check out the cool, crazy kids' stuff that Cool Moms Picks are raving about!

Meet our new Ugly Doll friends, Mr. and Mrs. Kasoogi!

Psychobaby fans, we'd like to introduce you to Mr. and Mrs. Kasoogi, two new additions to the Ugly Dolls family! Now, excepting for their brightly different colors, it is easy to think that the Kasoogis have started to act and look alike through their marriage, but we are here to say that once you get to know them, they couldn't be more different! Mrs. Kasoogi won't mind us telling you that she is the boss lady of the house - especially when the Mr. has his hand in the cookie jar! These two are quite the perfect pair, as Mr. Kasoogi loves to travel and look for treasure, while Mrs. Kasoogi loves to pay attention to details and keeps everything running smoothly - except when the Mister goes off in the hunt for cookies! Mr. and Mrs. Kasoogi would love to go on adventures for cookies and other yummy treats and then plan a giant nap for your little one! To invite them over to your house, shop for the happy couple or the other new Ugly Doll Turny Burny now at psychobabyonline.com!

Chicago Fun in the Sun: Top Events for July!

1. Tonight see Booker T and the DBT's and Buddy Guy at the Petrillo Music Shell during Taste of Chicago and enjoy these musical legends in between yummy bites of cheesecake and pizza! Cost: free. 7 pm.

2. Fly your magic car down to the Museum of Science and Industry, where Muggles and wizards alike can share in the magical joy of the Harry Potter exhibit (and you can catch the Half-Blood Prince in Omnimax for an encore!)! Cost: varies. Through September 27th.

3. Have a twirly-whirly good time at Navy Pier, when you see Cirque de Soliel's Shanghai perform their piece "Bright Spirit" at Navy Pier with beautiful feats of strength and agility. Cost: varies. Through Sept 7th.

4. Introduce your kids to a "Whole New World" at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater's opening of a musical version of Aladdin. Cost: $18/kids, $23/adults. 11am (Wed-Sat), 2pm (Thurs - Sun) through August 30th.

5. Attention, fairy godmothers: take your carraige over to Emerald City Theater before it turns back into a pumpkinand delight in their classic Cinderella, which is running for one day only, and comes complete with an ice cream buffet with cast members afterwards. Cinderella's Ice Cream Ball. Cost: $15- all proceeds go to the Head Start foundation. July 25th only.

TGIFF: Yellow Label Kids Toys 50% off!

Get yummy treats for your babe when you shop Yellow Label Kids at 50% off today only, because it's Freaky Friday!

Hope = Life: Help Jasper Fight Batten Disease!

Children at public and private schools across Chicago have come together to create a city-wide initiative to help their friend, Jasper Duinstra, and other children like him receive treatments for Batten Disease, a violently degenerative illness. These inspirational Chicago children (be sure to check them out - they really say it all, and in the best way possible!) have made collection cans that live throughout our entire city, in the hopes that their artistic contribution will help raise contributions large enough so Jasper and others with Batten can get the help they need.

4 year old Jasper was diagnosed with Batten disease in February of this year, and as his parents, Pip and Bou, state on their website, jasperagainstbatten.org, "Within a year, we went from a healthy son with some speech delay, to a son with epilepsy, to a son with epilepsy and autism to this devastating disease and prognosis." Jasper, and many other children like him, are in desperate need of treatment, and Jasper's family has chosen to be emboldened by the challenges that face them, and keep working and hoping for treatment, as "Hope = Life."

Psychobaby's brick and mortar store is joining with their youngest friends in the city-wide initiative to raise funds for Jasper Against Batten. Stop on by and help us help Jasper and others like him as they continue their battle against Batten. If you would like to donate online, or send the Duinstra family a message, please visit jasperagainstbatten.org

TGIFF: Select Inky Dink Tees 50% off!

Get on over to Freaky Friday for select Inky Dink pop art tees honoring your favorite iconic people at 50% off!

@shop_psychobaby twitter contest!

What's up, tweeps? We're throwing a twitter contest, and you are invited! First, get inspired by humming Ricky Nelson's "I Will Follow You!" Then, fly on over to twitter and start following @shop_psychobaby. Post as many tweets as you want including #shop_psychobaby from 6/24 - 6/28. Five lucky winners will receive $30 gift cards to put towards some hot summer style!

And the Winner of our Rockin' Father's Day Giveaway Is...

Carolyn, whose rockin' and loving tribute to her husband, Ryan! Thank you so much to everyone who entered our Rockin' Father's Day Giveaway - we loved hearing all of your tales about your cool, crazy dads, and it was hard to randomly pick just one! Carolyn will receive the cool cuff from City Soles seen above, and we would like to leave you with her tribute to the most rockin' Dad she knows!

"My husband is a rock star of a father, husband, and an inspiration. He always manages to balance love with discipline, create fun with learning, and inspire. Not only is Ryan a great father, but I see him evolving into a friend for our son. With each step of parenting, Ryan has been fully involved and my equal partner in this rocking rollercoaster ride." -Carolyn

If you are reading this, Carolyn,congratulations!! Email us at contest@psychobaby.net to collect your prize!

TGIFF: Deglingos 50 % Off Today Only!

This week's Freaky Friday brings you the unique gang of Deglingos plush toys at 50% off! Choose a new favorite pal from our wide selection of rattles, plush animals and baby toys, but do it quick- supplies are limited! Shop Freaky Friday now-->

OMG- Text Message Baby Tees!

Hey ppl! Check out the new text message baby tees from the Psycho Baby brand and LOL while you get the msg across that you are one great gifter with this funny baby gift!

Enter To Win Our Rockin' Father's Day Giveaway!

We have partnered with City Soles to bring you our Rockin' Father's Day Giveaway! The winner will receive this cool adjustable cuff (retail value: $115) from designer Mauricio Forero, whose modern and wearable art is crafted from classic, vintage materials (such as recycled leather baseball mitts). All you need to do to enter to win this rockin' piece of man jewelry for your rockstar is to tell us about the most rockin' Dad you know in the Comments section. Entries will be accepted until midnight on Father's Day (June 21) and the winner will be chosen at random, announced on Tuesday, June 23rd, and their tribute will be featured on our blog.

Father's Day Gift Guide: Cool Dad Gifts!

Classic Dad

Simple, elegant and perchance dressed like he's about to go sailing even if he doesn't live near water, Classic Dad has a taste for enduring works and products that will stand the test of time. Advising the kids with "Go Ask Your Mother" or the ever-popular "No, we are not there yet!" Classic Dad always makes time to grill those dogs, play a game of catch, or remind the kids that "Hey is for horses!"

Whisky Stones
Classic Dad is like a fine bottle of scotch (or an aged whiskey!) which is why we knew Whisky Stones were for him! This set of stones crafted by Teroforma of Vermont will keep that "whiskey in your jar oh" undiluted and cold during Dad's Happy Hour. terforma, $20.

Cast and Paint Signature Pitch

Whether he favored Jim Palmer, Rollie Fingers or Goose Gossage, Classic Dad can cast and paint that signature pitch he uses in the backyard with the kids. psychobabyonline, $31.

Golf BBQ Set
When he's not on the links, he likes to grill 'em, so sink a hole-in-one on your Father's Day gifts with this set of three golf-inspired BBQ tools! uncommon goods, $25.

Weber Performer Grill

This mintage charcoal grill has the flare that Dad needs to keep grillin' and chillin'. With its classic green kettle, gas ignition and bonus extras, all he'll be missing is his "Kiss the Cook" apron! crate and barrel, $329.95.

My Dad Rocks

If he has the kids drumming along on a pot and spoon to Neil Peart, Daddy's a rocker. From his vintage concert tees to the Chuck Taylor's on his feet, Rocker Dad will be tossing up the devil horns at the Kidzapolooza stage and lovin' every minute of his rock 'n roll lifestyle that gives him the VIP status of "Daddy!"

Flash Tattoo Diaper Bag
New Rocker Dads who don't want to give up the 'tude will love this tattoo rocker diaper bag from Sourpuss! Its cool design will keep him rockin' and rollin' while he changes diapers in a flash! psychobabyonline, $34.



Del Mar Birth Rectangle
Daddy will give you a standing ovation when you give him this set of personalized dog tags commemorating the name, weight, length, birth date and time of your lil rockstar! julian and co, $79.




Artists' String Bracelets
Dad can wear his music with a cool guitar string bracelet from his favorite axe player! With tons of artists (everyone Pete Townshend to Kirk Hammett) and price points, Dad'll feel good about his 'man jewelry' because it's stylin' and all proceeds go to the artist's charity of choice. wear your music, various moohla.


Handcrafted Guitar Mug
Nothing rocks in the early a.m. like a tall cup of joe! Jewel Pottery's handcrafted guitar mug is the perfect accompaniment for scanning the morning paper for shows and listening to Led Zeppelin 4. etsy, $18.

Dad-gon, take me away!

Is your house full of the happy chaos? If so, Daddy might need a lil bit of alone time! Think of the following gifts as "Daddy's Little Spa Day," and treat him to a chillaxing blend of gifts!

Crosley Pay Phone
If Dad can't get a word in edge-wise because those darn kids are always on the phone, go retro with this pay phone. No coins necessary (don't tell the teens!) but they are optional, as the built in bank would be pretty handy for funding a family night out! urban outfitters, $90.




Handcrafted Hiking Stick
Tell Dad to take a hike (in a good way!) with these one-of-a-kind hiking sticks from Bear Paw Rustics. etsy, $19.95 - $45.




Double Agent Headphones
Dad can chillax with his tunes modern style with these SD card compatible wireless headphones in assorted colors, which as Van Halen would say, give him the "Best of Both Worlds!" skullcandy, $89.95.




Recycled Embossed Journal
Let Dad record those funny and sentimental fatherly moments with one of Ciak's embossed recycled journals. jenni bick, $15- $25.

Join our June Diaper Drive!

Our Diaper Drive for the Association House is off to a cool, crazy start but there is still plenty of time to give! Check out the different ways to contribute to the Diaper Drive now, and together we can help make the world a cooler place!

TGIFF: 70% off Haba Soothing Sheep

Perfect whether your little one needs to be soothed, the Haba Sleepsy Sheep is now 70% off on Freaky Friday!