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I don’t think any of us harbored a doubt that Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s baby girl wouldn’t want for a thing, and they’ve proved that to be true beginning with the nursery. They began with a crib from Q Collection Junior.

Fortunately for Baby Sunday, money isn’t really an issue for her mom and dad — the cribs in this line run around $1200. However, if peace of mind is priceless, that’s probably a good deal — Nicole can feel confident that her baby is sleeping in a crib made from only proven non-toxic materials and that it was made in a sustainable manner to keep the planet healthy and safe. As a matter of fact, Q Collection Junior’s motto is People Safe. Planet Safe.

Nicole and Keith aren’t the only celebrities digging Q Collection Junior — Gwyneth Paltrow is actually on the front page of the company’s website with a quote about how much she loves their products.

I imagine we can expect more green practices to surround Sunday — Nicole ordered organic linens, clothing, and toys earlier this year, and has spoken about how much she loves nature and organic gardening. You know, I can think of a line skincare products they might want to check out …

Earlier this month, radiant mommy-to-be Jessica Alba and her fiance Cash Warren held a baby shower to celebrate their bun in the oven at the Ever After Teahouse in Studio City, California. Close to 30 guests, including Jessica’s pal Kim Kardashian, were in attendance.

Jessica reportedly registered for eco-friendly and organic items from Bel Bambini, receiving gifts like organic baby clothes and blankets and a sustainably made bassinet.

But Jessica and her bundle of joy aren’t the only ones getting spoiled with gifts of organic goodness. Miss Alba gave organic gift bags to each of her guests from Tastybaby, which does not, of course, serve tasty babies, but rather delicious food made by a company based on the fact that organic foods are the safest foods we can serve our children (and ourselves). Tastybaby has numerous celebrity fans, including Joely Fisher, Jennifer Meyer, Lisa Kudrow, Courteney Cox, Kate Beckinsale, Cindy Crawford, and Angie Harmon.

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The hottest trend in Hollywood (other than having a baby, of course) is going green for the baby’s nursery, as evidenced by Halle Berry. Berry spent $60,000 going green in her three nurseries for new daughter Nahla Ariela Aubry. It’s been reported that everything she ordered was to be made with cotton free from all pesticides and that she’s “obsessed with organic.”

It’s not only the Oscar-winning actress getting on board the eco train — remember Punky Brewster? Well, Soleil Moon Frye, who played the pint-sized fashion icon, recently gave birth to her second daughter, Jagger Joseph Blue Goldberg. Big sister, Poet Sienna Rose, has been talking to the belly and getting excited about her little sister, and it’s no wonder she’s excited about babies — Frye opened an organic baby boutique a few months ago.

Her store, The Little Seed, has a little bit of everything from clothing and toys to laundry and feeding items. And it’s not the only resource for celebrity moms looking to go the green route. Lots of parents, like Trista and Ryan Sutter (from The Bachelor) and E!’s Chelsea Handler have sought the help of GreenNest.com, which insists that everyone, regardless of budget, can make simple changes for a healthier home.

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In the past five years the newborn industry has experienced an overwhelming explosion of luxury baby blanket resources for our choosing. I heard it asked on several occasions by sales people in stores “What makes blanket A more superior than blanket B?” My reply was always: “There is never just one choice to be made.” My reasons for this reply were vast. Most importantly, we have learned that babies require a myriad of blankets morning, noon and night. Each of them serves a unique purpose. Receiving, stroller, crib, daycare, christening, tag-a-longs, lovies and so much more.

My personal favorite classification was the “Luxury Baby Blanket” category. This is where we find our lavishly, soft and cozy wraps for baby in delicious pastels lined with sumptuous silks, cashmeres and cottons. While I could name dozens of blanket manufacturers I will take this opportunity to highlight just one. Luxe Baby, which is made in the U.S. This small in size, however grand in elegance is a Southern California based company. Owner, Designer Paty Murillo has cornered the market in vintage femininity. The magic of Luxe baby is the romantic nuance each of these blankets bring to a baby carriage, crib or any room where baby sleeps. The average price point of these exquisitely made blankets is $72.00. Why do I love Luxe baby so much? Well, the first time I picked up one of these supple cuddle wraps I said “how much would I love to wrap myself around one these treasures?” I would love it!

Luxe baby designed beautiful, adult-sized throws for mama to indulge along with baby. These are not inexpensive, however make a timeless gift for any mother-to-be, new mom or your best friend! The price point range is $100.00 to 180.00. Again, with baby blankets being such an emerging and profitable facet of the baby accessory business the adult category is slowly making a home for itself in specialty stores. The next time you find yourself in the mood to treat yourself, imagine tucking yourself in just as you would your precious little darling.