Unsure what gift to give a little one? You can never go wrong with books! Many parents of little ones complain about all the toys and “crap” around the house. But you can’t have too many books! Broken out by age group, here are just some of all the incredible books for little ones out […]
Postpartum Care at Home
Bringing a baby into this world is tough work, and not easy on your body! When you first arrive home with your baby, all your attention is on caring for this new love of your life. It’s easy to overlook caring for your postpartum self. Compared to the United States, most countries around the world […]
Baby Registry Tips
Baby Registry Tips From a Second Time Mom Register at one online store and one brick-and-mortar store. If you are finding out the sex, consider waiting until after your shower. Don’t register for too many blankets or towels. Test out some products before adding them to your registry. Don’t register for too many of any […]
Packing Your Hospital Bag
In addition to IDs, important paperwork and anything you want for labor, here are items you should have in your bag for your stay at the hospital or birthing center. Sorry ladies, but I need to get real for a moment: Childbirth is messy. No one prepared me for that. Speaking to a few friends […]
Baby Sleep Spots
Early Crib for Newborn You’ll likely want a safe place for baby to sleep in addition to the crib. You can find so many options for room-sharing bassinets, bed-side sleepers, bed-sharing. Room Sharing ∙∙∙ Many parents end up having their baby sleep in their room for the first few months – especially if you are breastfeeding. Having […]
Bathtime Gift Ideas
Bath toys are a great gift for little ones. When looking for bath toys I always like things that don’t take up too much space, are easy to store and are safe for little ones in the tub. I’m not a fan of squirty bath toys. They can get water trapped inside and get mildewy and […]
Diaper Bag Essentials
In addition to some food for the baby (your boobs or a bottle), babies need a lot more stuff when you leave the house. Here are some diaper bag essentials for those first few months: Must Haves one: extra clothes for baby ∙∙∙ Because diapers leak and blowouts happen! These organic bodysuits have a foldover sleeve, which […]
Baby Sleep Stuff
Blankets, Swaddles & Sleep Sacks Blankets – Your blankets will get poop, pee and spit up on them, so you’ll like having a lot. I’m a huge fan of the lightweight muslin baby blankets. They are breathable, slightly stretchy and have multiple uses: swaddling, tummy time, nursing cover, blankets, etc. You will use these for many years. […]
Unique Baby Gifts
For a baby shower gift, I like to get something off the baby registry. But once the baby arrives, I like to bring food and a more unique or personalized gift for the baby. Here are some of my favorite gifts that people sent us: Personalized Wooden State Rattle Jellycat Bunny with Name Embroidered Puzzle Name Stool […]
Breastfeeding: Lessons Learned
We hear a lot about how wonderful breastfeeding is, the health benefits, and the bonding. We imagine (well, at least I imagined), this easy and smooth experience. I pictured my baby naturally latching onto my breast and continuing to do so for about a year. But most people face some struggles in the early days: […]
Traveling with Baby
Preparing to travel with an infant or toddler for the first time can be intimidating. Hopefully, these tips can help you. In the first 15 months of my daughter’s life, she flew on over twenty separate flights. The first six months are usually the easiest time to fly with your baby. Take advantage! When traveling […]
Baby Must Haves
Obviously you need things like: 1. Infant car seat 2. Place for baby to sleep 3. Diapers and wipes 4. Stroller 5. Clothes — But in addition to those given must-haves, here are a few not so obvious things that I think are essential as well: