Best of Philly

Best Shop for Babies and Kids

2026 Best Kids Thrift Store

Lilypad Thrift

A group of moms, including Lilypad president Maria Hughes, opened this thrift shop a decade ago after lamenting the lack of kids consignment stores in a South Philly parents forum. Since moving to Passyunk Avenue in 2025, the nonprofit has become a destination for affordable, cute clothing for newborns through 12-year-olds — with labels like Carter’s, Hanna Andersson, and Ralph Lauren — plus toys, books, and gear. There’s even a playspace with tea and coffee. “They are hands down our favorite playspace in the city,” notes one relieved parent. Read More »

1841 Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, PA Website

2016 Best Secret Resource for Kids' Gear

CHOP Safety Center

Baby gates. Cabinet locks. Outlet covers. And all the other gear you need to baby-proof, well, your entire life. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia sells everything at cost, which means you can pick up a car seat for $50 or a bike helmet for $10. Here's to totally Bubble Boy-ing your tiny cherub. Read More »

3401 Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA | 267-426-5000 | Website

2016 Best Baby Store

Minnow Lane

With a focus on organic, sustainable, nontoxic, ethically made goods, this eco-friendly Fishtown gem has high standards for its products. But that doesn't limit the overflowing selection of toys and clothes for baby and pampering treats (think: aromatherapy sprays) for mom, all of which will earn you a gold star at the next baby shower. Read More »

2029 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA | 215-291-1875 | Website

2010 Best Shop for Babies and Kids

Oranges and Lemons

If you can't find something for your tot or someone else's in this darling selection of clothing and accessories for girls and boys (up to 10 years old or so), which includes squeal-inducing tutus and mini-me Hunter rain boots, toys and books, strollers and bibs, then, you, good reader, cannot be pleased. Read More »

Powder Mill Square, 3828 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE | 302-427-0323 | Website