Mama & Little
Arleene Taylor of Tustin saw a need for on-trend silicone teething jewelry shortly after her son was born; hence, Mama & Little was born as well. Her jewelry features food-grade silicone in fresh styles and colors at prices that can’t be beat. From $18. mamaandlittle.com
Cover Me Ponchos
Mariah Robinson of Yorba Linda has raised the bar in the world of nursing covers with Cover Me Ponchos. Her pieces are made of lightweight jersey knit, come in an array of fun prints and feature wide necklines (instead of rigid bibs and an open back) that are comfy for Mom and widen easily to keep an eye on baby. From $25. covermeponchos.com
Olive Twig Studio
Kristine Brookshire of San Clemente was born with a passion for creativity, which only grew as she became a mother herself. Her original art is the perfect addition to any hip nursery and is often inspired by her love for the ocean and her children’s imagination. From $20. olivetwigstudio.etsy.com
Rad and Happy
Tara Nearents of Huntington Beach is on a quest to keep your kids rad and your home happy with her collection of quilts and swaddle blankets. She is a true creative with an eye for only the most current aesthetics. Whatever your textile needs, you’d be wise to make Rad and Happy your first stop. Swaddles from $35, quilts from $115. radandhappy.com
Mermade Market
Elise Capener of Dana Point is a mom on a mission: to bring the best of our county’s handmade items to the masses. She launched Mermade Market, a handmade arts and goods boutique at the Dana Point Community House, open twice a year to support local small businesses – many of them run by O.C. moms like herself. Spring show: May 7-9. mermademarket.com
