New York is a right destination for shopping, we can not deny. In addition to wedding dresses, electronics and even luxury items, items for baby are also on the top of the list of many people coming to the Big Apple. I’m not a mother, but I have already checked the prices of things in Brazil and I know that the values can be good snacks. So many moms like to travel abroad to complete her trousseau and here in New York there is a range of options. If you are not familiar with the stores, check out this post a few suggestions of legal targets to purchase items for babies.
Babies R’Us – this is part of th Toy R Us group, famous for toys. As the name suggests, Baby R’Us specializes in items for babies. The product mix includes everything from strollers and car seats, going through clothes, diapers, toys and baby bottles (huge variety!).
Address: 24-30 Union Square East.
Buy Buy Baby – I believe it is one of the most famous shops in this segment in New York. I have visited the place with some friends and I imagine that moms go crazy there, such is the variety of products, ranging from clothes to cars. To give you idea of the size of the store there are two floors! Highlights also include the clothes and special accessories for the pregnant woman and mother.
Address: 270 7th Ave.
Albee Baby – this is a little off the traditional shopping route. It was there that my friends found the best value for a stroller with car seat. Sales team is super friendly and willing to help. The mix is the same as the previous stores, super full, including items ranging from clothing to carts.
Address: 715 Amsterdam Ave.
H&M – not everybody knows, but in addition to women’s and men’s clothing, H&M also has a kids department! There are super cute clothes for boys and girls, and the cool thing is that the age group is 0-14 years! Price super affordable – which is great, because children lose clothes very fast . Herald Square store is the one that has a bigger kids department.
Address: 47 W 34th St.
Target – Target does not disappoint with its baby department. Super cute clothes of various sizes, strollers, diapers and all type of invention that helps moms and entertain babies.
Address: Harlem – 517 E 117th St / Brooklyn – 139 Flatbush Ave – Queens – 8801 Queens Blvd.
The Children’s Place – this is a group of stores specializing in children’s fashion. There are clothes for babies, boys and girls and, in addition to clothes, the mix includes shoes and accessories. On sale, the prices are insane!
Address: 36 Union Square E.
My Little Sunshine – for those looking for different brands and styles, the My Little Sunshine stands out by the curators of the products. There are clothing from brands around the world, such as Blu Pony Vintage, Morley, Dagmar Daley, Tane Organics and Munster Kids. In addition, there toys and books. The age range is 0-8 years.
Address: 177 9th Ave.
Gap – there’s no way to talk about baby shopping in New York without mentioning Gap. Favorite also of the older ones, their mix includes super cute and stylish clothes, and accessories. Everything in a very casual styke, which is the brand’s face. In addition to the collections for babies, there are clothes for boys and girls. Gap has two factory outlets in New York as well.
Address: Gap Factory – 400 Fulton St / 264 W. 125th St – Gap (some locations) – 1212 Avenue of the Americas – 680 5th Ave – 657 3rd Ave.
Burlington -If you are looking for renowned brands such as Carter’s and even Calvin Klein, Burlington is the right place! The mix is super wide and you can not believe the prices! As Burlington is a kind of outlet store, mix products can be different every week. In addition, there are also products such as baby bottles and other accessories, without counting on the children’s clothes, with a wide selection of items.
Address: 40 E 14th St – 707 Ave of the Americas.
Laura Peruchi is a Brazilian blogger, author, and entrepreneur. She has lived in Manhattan with her husband since 2014. Since then, she has shared on her blog varied content about the Big Apple. From travel tips, including unusual things to do, shopping tips, etiquette, restaurants, and a lot more, her blog has become a reference in Portuguese (also available in English) for anyone planning a trip to New York City.