CHILDREN'S SHOPS

AMBASSADOR TOYS-Ambassador promotes understanding for cultures around the world with books, dolls and games from six continents for infants, children and young teens. 186 West Portal; M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 10 am-6 pm. 759-8697 Map 2, E8. 2 Embarcadero Center; M-Sa 10-6, Su 12-7. 345-8697 Map 1, E4

DOTTIE DOOLITTLE-For those under 9 who want to dress to the nines, the selection includes dresses, sportswear and fine christening gowns. M-Sa 9:30 am-6 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 3680 Sacramento St. 563-3244 Map 2, G3

PUMPKIN-Packed with ultra-stylish clothes for newborns up to age 14. Tickitty Boo, James Perse, Diesel and Calypso are just some of the labels. M-F 10:30 am-6 pm, Sa 10:30 am-5 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 3366 Sacramento St. 567-6780 Map 2, G3

SMALL FRYS CHILDREN'S STORE-A Noe Valley fave for babywear by such designers as Cach Cach, Baby LuLu and Chicken Noodle. Gift wrapping and shipping available. M-Sa 10 am-6 pm (F until 7 pm), Su 11 am-5:30 pm. 4066 24th St. 648-3954 Map 2, H7