Favourites for Kids and New Parents
A curated selection of clothing, toys, nursery essentials, gifts, and wellness products celebrating new life, first smiles, and endless possibilities.
Carry Maternity
A complete selection of maternity dresses, nursing clothes and essentials for before, during and after pregnancy, designed and produced in Toronto.
Pat and her daughter, Kat Gillespie, want women to feel good about themselves, so that they can fully enjoy this very special time in their lives. They carry clothes to fit any body type made from sustainable materials like Rayon from Bamboo and Organic Cotton. Book a virtual shopping appointment for a free personal styling session. Shop Evening Dresses, Jumpsuits, Maternity Tops, Nursing Tops, Bottoms and Baby Bags.
Cate and Levi
Unforgettable fluffy friends for your child and crafts made from second-hand wool sweaters.
Handcrafted, eco-friendly products, including craft sets, puppets, stuffed animals, and adorable kids’ decor at their studio in Toronto. No two wool products will ever be the same. Each one is made from reclaimed wool whose colours and textures are individually selected, industrially cleaned with an eco-friendly detergent and super-hot water.
As Josh and his wife awaited the birth of their first child, he noticed that there was a lack of one-of-a-kind, responsibly made, and beautifully designed products for children. Josh started by designing a handful of stuffed animals made from upcycled sweaters.
mini mioche
Premium Organic Clothing for newborn to age 12.
Timeless, quality, gender-neutral styles that can be worn longer and passed along - Newborn essentials in the softest organics, Rompers & Onesies, Dresses and Sleepwear. Fabrics are dyed locally using non-toxic dyes from natural sources.
As a parent on a mission to create a better future for our kids, founder Alyssa Kerbel makes everything locally from start to finish in Toronto and ships in recyclable packaging.
Ella Minnow Children’s Bookstore
A charming oasis filled with books and clever gifts for kids of every age in Upper Beach, Toronto.
You can browse over 6651 titles, an extraordinary collection of games, puzzles, activity kits, craft supplies, and fun stuff in the store online.
Ella Minnow partners with local schools to facilitate online ordering, book fairs, author visits, tailored booklists and resources on important topics, including Black Culture, Gender Equity, LGBTQ+, Environment, Social Justice, Mindfulness and Indigenous Authors.
Pika Layers
Kids and Mom Soft Clothing for Sleep and Play, indoors and outdoors, day or night.
This small, women-led company designs with purpose so you can feel confident that there are no harsh chemicals against your child’s skin.
Inspired by their love of the outdoors, Co-founders Marie, Atlee and Sophie create comfortable base layers for active, outdoor lifestyles; sourcing responsibly and selecting partners with shared values.
Soft Baby Sleepers, Kids & Toddler Pyjamas, Women’s Lounge Sets and Mom & Me Sets are made from antimicrobial, moisture-wicking bamboo fabric. Find non-gendered, fun prints and summer products with UPF sun protection.
Lillio Childcare Software
All-in-one childcare management solution connecting families and educators, enabling contactless operation of daycare centres, from documentation to payments.
Teachers can track attendance, schedule & record activities; keep parents in the loop, spend less time on paperwork and more time with students.
The App is based on extensive research on early childhood education in the 0 to 5 age group to improve learning outcomes. Founders Alana Frome, Ron Spreeuwenberg and the team provide an easy-to-use solution to communicate with parents via the app, text or email for comprehensive classroom management by teachers.
Mabel’s Fables
Independent children's bookstore in Toronto’s Mount Pleasant Village providing hand-selected children’s literature from baby board books, young adult fiction, educational toys and literary gifts.
This beloved shop was the brainchild of sisters Eleanor LeFave and Susan McCulloch, who set out to build a classic, community-centred bookstore system structured entirely by age. The store stocks over 100,000 books at any time, with over 13 thousand products available online. Educators receive a 20% discount for school purchases.
Camp Kirk
Enriched Summer Experiences for Neurodivergent Kids and Youth.
Catering to children who could benefit from a small, nurturing environment, non-competitive programming, and extra attention and care. The majority of children have one of the following diagnoses: Learning Disabilities (LD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD-ADHD), High Functioning Autism and Anxiety disorders.
Camp Kirk staff work as a team to ensure the physical and emotional safety of the campers. The staff sets the tone of the camp and signals to the children that they are in a supportive environment where they are free to be themselves and take risks.