How to choose a bib?

Why it is necessary to use bibs? One it will reduce the amount of time you need to change your newborn's outfit each time you feed from spits and spills as a new mother.

When should I use bibs? From birth onwards each time you feed the baby. So you get the hang of using a bib. Your newborn will calm or sooth him/herself me knowing that you are gathering the bib/putting the bib on him/her with meal time. 

Did the size matter? Yes, start with newborn bibs which is smaller but has a super absorbency strength. Depending your newborn. IF your newborn is spitting a lot better to have a high absorbency material. As the baby gets older you need to have a bigger bib to cover the upper torso. 

Can a bibs help to understand your toddlers eating habits? Yes, if your toddler is done he/she may take the  bib off to indicate he/she does not want to eat more. Take this cue seriously. 

How can I help my toddler playing with the bib? This is perhaps your first learning curve in other words understanding your demanding toddler. Listen and make sure when he/she says that he/she is not interested in food it is gone until next meal time. making communication clear and setting grind limits early on. 

What to look for a bib? Super absorbency, easy to put on and take off may be with some control for parents who like to have that control, super coverage/protection for undergarments, and finally for toddlers may be a conversational subject. 

Lastly enjoy your meal time with your newborn and toddler. 

Thank you,

Topponcino n More

Yes we are in Business...

As a small shop owner I have struggle to make business cards at home. I really wanted the professional look but I could not afford the big price tag. I have tried many ways. I print them at home did not like the finish product.

I even tried at STAPLES paid a huge price tag comparing other expenses I do but not totally happy. I finally found this beautiful company that prints beautiful business cards. I was able to upload up one hundred images. Yes, that was a lot but totally worth. 

Because I received my first order yesterday I am totally in love with it. I might do my second order for my personal blog because it is that cool.  One hundred images gives me so many options. I might have a hard time handing them out first. They are fun to work with and the service was super fast. 

So I am sharing Moo with you as well. If you decided to print your own business cards take a look at them. I am sharing you the code so if you place your first order you get 15% off from your first total order. 

Get fifteen percent off your first order by entering this code at the checkout. Here is the code 2RB2CK

Have fun they are truly amazing and very budget friendly. 

Thank You.

100 Up!

This all started when my lovely daughter Nicolette was born. I was happy to stay home to take care of her. I did everything possible with Montessori. When I was talking to the community mothers I understood that many people did not know about Montessori or the products. 

When they saw my daughter was playing with the beads some ask where did you get these. I simply told them I made these by myself and not only that one afternoon I showed them how to make it as well. 

Few suggested that I should sell them. I was pondering on this idea but did not know how to do it. Very close friend suggested to why do’t you look into ETSY. 

Well with that word grew a whole new PROSPECT! I took pictures of the topponcino my daughter used and the covers I used for my daughter. 

If you look closely you can see the wrinkles. I did not have the heart to change my original pictures yet. Even though I have added many for my shop. 

Well, I have completed 100 SALES at this point and I am truly thankful to my CUSTOMERS you made it possible for me to do this. It is a huge accomplishment for me. 

Thank you!

Topponcino n More.

Sharmila Dabare

How To Drop That Post-Baby Weight

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Having a baby is one of the most wonderful experiences in a mother's life. Unfortunately, it's not unusual for new mothers to have extra weight that needs losing after having a baby. Simply returning to a normal diet and lifestyle should normalize your weight again eventually, but many people don't want to wait so long. Rest assured with the right knowledge and the motivation, it won't be hard or take very long to become fit as a whistle once again.

Speak to Your Doctor

Just as you asked your doctor plenty of questions regarding delivery preparations while you were pregnant, like pain management and umbilical cord blood banking, consult your doctor regarding exercise preparations. You don’t want to further delay your recovery or your weight loss goals by injuring yourself or delaying returning to “normal”.

Start Walking

Walking is one of the most beneficial, yet often overlooked, forms of exercise available to us. It works almost every part of the body, benefits posture, and is gentle on the joints, unlike jogging or running. It's also great for the digestion, whose optimal functioning promotes a healthier metabolism. Another reason to get your exercise in by walking is that it's completely free--you could do it on an expensive treadmill, but if you are able, covering distance on the ground has actually been found to give more benefits. 

Strength Training

This is a more strenuous form of exercise, so a doctor's clearance should be given before beginning a strength-training regimen. You don't necessarily need weights or a gym to do strength training--you can build muscle and burn fat at home by doing pushups, pull-ups, and body weight squats and lunges. If you get bored with those exercises, you can find lots of other varieties that train different sets of muscles. The key when strength training, whether with weights or with your own body, is to take rest periods of a few days between workouts. Otherwise you could end up suffering from symptoms of overtraining such as fatigue, lower hormones and reduced immunity to illness. 

Eat A Healthy and Sustainable Diet

Instead of going on a crash diet that will cause you to lose muscle, fat and also leave your hormones in the gutter, plan a diet you can sustain. This diet shouldn't leave you dissatisfied, but should contain little or no sugar and should include plenty of fruits and vegetables. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day also helps keep your metabolism at its peak so you're burning fat all the time. Consuming spicy foods will raise your body temperature, causing a significant increase in metabolism. Spicy foods also promote digestive regularity, which some women have problems with after pregnancy. 

Give Those Calories to Baby

Breastfeeding is great for your baby as long as you follow a nutritious, adequate diet. It's also great for you, since breastfeeding passes along as much as 500 calories each day to baby. Some also say that staying on a breastfeeding regimen for a few months can keep you slim for good!

By getting into a good routine it won't be too hard to drop the weight you put on during pregnancy. After awhile, you may even look better than ever before. The main thing is to be sure your lifestyle changes are sustainable.

Thank you,

Topponcino n More

Gobbi - Sunny Side Up...

I am so excited to add color. This mobile reminds me of the summer, sunny side up, black eyed susan all the yellow objects that is associated with summer. 

I love the shades of the yellow. It was one of my favorite colors when growing up than white. 

If you would like to see more colors please add them on the comments below I would love to hear from you. 

Thank you for shopping with 

Topponcinonmore

International Orders...

I am very thankful to all my International Clients... however I would love to add this little bit of information to you reference. When it comes to International shipping I do not have much control with the pricing I am quoting on my advertisements because I like to keep the cost low to you. 

I know all of you are so anxious to get your products and do not like to play the waiting game. If I were you I would do the same. 

But what you can do is plan your gift giving in a timely manner. Shop early that will allow the shipping to go through the cycle. Some time I do add extra days because I hate to have disappointments for my self and give disappointments to my dear customers. 

 Another cool thing is add my page to your favorites or bookmark it so it is easier to comeback or in other words find my store for future shopping. Probably you know all these facts and think this is boring.  I work really hard to get your orders to you as fast as I can and I worry so much when you mention  am going to have the baby in 10 days! Because I really want you to have the topponcino before you have the baby!

I take so much pride in my products and give so much detail to each and every topponcino I make for lovely babies all around the WORLD!

Thank you so much for shopping with 

Topponcino n More

Introducing Mobiles

I am excited to introduce my first mobile to the ETSY Shop. I wanted to create mobiles from my Montessori training. The must have characteristics of mobiles are they need to have a simple form, objective, realistic, and factual. (The Montessori philosophy believe offering the child correct information of the world)


This is one of the mobiles in the training I had joy in making. Mainly I like it the child gets to revisit this concept in (3-6) environment through the color tablets. The main goal of this mobile is to offer the shades of color to your newborn.

This mobile is named GOBBI and it is made by hand using embroidery floss. It’s subtle sheen adds a warmth to your newborns movement area and the gradation of the colors are very pleasing to adults and as well as to newborns eye. This can be custom made to your nursery color scheme. Below are few common questions that rises up when offering a mobile to an infant.

When should I offer a mobile to my newborn?
Ideally when your newborn is around 2-3 months.

Where can hang it?
If you have create a movement area for your newborn it is the correct place to hang the mobiles. You can insert a hook to the ceiling and have a fishing line hang off of it with another small hook so you can interchange the mobiles with convenience. When not in use move it out of the way. This can be achieved by hanging another smaller hook on the wall if you wish.

How far from the newborn I should hang the mobile?
Since this is a visual mobile, should be hung not very far from the newborn. Not farther than 12-13 cm.

Do I need to change them?
The more stimulation you offer to your newborn the better but in small quantities. Keep it simple to grasp the theory to your newborn.

When should I wean a mobile from the nursery?
Let your newborn guide through this, Your newborn will let you know as they acquire new skills. Observation is a key factor at this point.