Best Children's Stores in Amsterdam

I'm currently back in the United States to visit friends and family for the holidays. I always come toting fun gifts from Amsterdam; this year they include adorable baby clothes from my favorite children's stores in Amsterdam. Pop into these shops and you'll see the Dutch favor bright colors in their kids' wardrobes and you'll find the toys are simpler and more special than the run-of-the-mill plastic junk so common in enormous chain stores.

^{Pictured: De Beestenwinkel in Amsterdam sells all sorts of animal-themed products for children
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