Where to Buy Baby Gifts on Long Island

By Ciji Thomas April 23, 2015

Looking to buy baby clothes for a newborn? Shopping for baby toys and accessories? This list shows you where to buy the best baby gifts on Long Island, in Nassau County and Suffolk County.

Go Baby Go

10 Scenicview Crescent, Manorville
631-909-3993

The owners of Go Baby Go Hamptons, Holly and Joe Rosado have been in business since April 2008. They provide a special service of renting baby equipment such as cribs, car seats, strollers, and more. They deliver baby gear to destinations such as hotels, summer homes, or wherever you choose.

Dimples

554 Central Ave., Cedarhurst
516-792-3290

Dayna Klinger and Cindy Merrill founded this business in 2006 and now Dimples is one of Long Island’s top premier shops that offer a wide array of baby clothes, accessories, and gifts. This thriving family-friendly business now has an online site, which allows a feature of private concierge service. This way, their customers who are in longer distance can communicate with them and be assisted with their questions. Their specialties are personalized items, such as trinkets, and uniquely tailored clothing for their customers.

The Colony Shop

31 E. Main St., Patchogue
631-475-0070

The Colony Shop opened in Patchogue in 1946 with the family’s grandmother, Eloise Staudinger. Now about 60 years and three generations later, The Colony Shop still attracts customers that remember the late founder and how she built up this shop. Now the store offers clothing ranging from casual to fancy for ages newborn to 10 years. They specialize in Christening and Communion outfits, and they make suits and tuxedos as well.

Bubble

15 E. Main St. Babylon Village
631-587-0050

Bubble is more than your typical children’s retail store. Owned by two teachers, Bubble is almost like a mini school session for children. Children can take a variety of different classes, ranging from art, cooking, music and even different foreign language classes. Bubble also offers a “store” which allows parents to purchase merchandise such as clothing and handmade accessories.

Little Dragonflies

419 Montauk Highway, Center Moriches
631-878-3627

Little Dragonflies is a retailer store that sells designer baby and children’s clothing. The store also has Christening outfits and Communion dresses. Shop their online portal to browse and purchase clothing online, as well as submit questions, and read the “Little Dragonflies Baby” blog.

Little Dicken’s Store

2667 Middle Country Road, Lake Grove
631-471-3643

Little Dicken’s has the largest Christening and Communion selection in Long Island. They also opened up a fine jewelry department, which promises to make any child’s event personalized and particularly special.

April’s Kids

2886 Merrick Road, Bellmore
516-785-5842

April’s Kids, owned by April Cannon, boasts clothing that varies from heirlooms, to handmade couture, plus Communion and Christening attire. This store also has bar mitzvah attire, and graduation suits and dresses. What’s even more special about April’s Kids is that Cannon does her own tie-dying.

Once Upon A Child

1089 Hicksville Road, Seaford
516-579-4200

Once Upon A Child is a very special store that buys clothes from people, and recycles them for future customers. They also accept toys, and accessories that are in good shape, clean, and have all their parts. The pricing is usually based on the condition of the item, the brand name, and the demand.

Koo Choo Loo Baby

11 Middle Neck Road, Suite 209, Great Neck
888-515-6624

Koo Choo Loo is targeted for the little ones who want to be fancy, yet casual. This store sells clothing that is very sophisticated but wearable for day-to-day activities. Items tend to be mix-and-match separates, such as turtlenecks, yoga pants, and rompers. All hard buttons are made from materials found in nature such as shells and mother of pearl. Koo Choo Loo mills their own Micro Modal spandex for their outfits.

Cottontails

113A Main St., Stony Brook
631-689-9147

Cottontails is one of the few specialty children’s stores on Long Island that carries a selection of toys and children’s books. Located in the Stony Brook Village, this store has been in business for more than 20 years. They pride themselves on immaculate customer service, even providing services such as complimentary gift-wrapping.