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9 Best Diapers For Babies-
Tags: Motherhood, Baby Clothes, Baby Care, Baby Products, Baby Boomers

9 Best Diapers For Babies-

Your baby will go through thousands of diapers before potty training, so you want to make sure you’re shelling out for ones that actually work. The best diaper should be absorbent and built well to prevent leaks, and they should also be lightweight and soft so your little one stays comfy.

How to find the best diaper for your baby:�

�Look for design add-ons: Things like wetness indicators and front-back labeling are surprisingly convenient for diaper changes.

�Avoid absorbency weight claims: Some diapers claim to be super absorbent because they can hold a specific percentage of their weight. The truth is that most diapers can physically hold more than they’ll need to, but what matters more is how quickly and effectively they absorb the fluid. Plus, the ones that can hold an excessive quantity tend to be bulkier, like overnight diapers.

�Be cautious with green marketing: We’ve seen a handful of brands make unqualified green claims that violate FTC regulations. For instance, no diapers are “eco-friendly” (i.e. they all have at least some impact on the environment) and they’re not “natural” because they’ve all been processed in some way. Still, there are sustainable options that also perform well (and are included in this roundup!).

Buy in bulk: They won’t go to waste. You know you’ll be using lots of diapers, so it’ll save you time and money to buy more at once.

Here are the best disposable diapers you can buy for your baby:

� Snug & Dry Diapers

� Swaddlers Diapers

� Hello Bello Diapers

� Honest Diapers

� Small Strides Diapers

� Pure Diapers.

� Cruisers 360˚ Fit Diapers

� Classic Diapers

� Premium Diapers

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The Real Story of the Gerber Baby
By: Sonny Melendrez
Tags: Artist, Art, Inspiration, Motherhood, Baby Products

In the summer of 1928, a children’s illustrator named Dorothy Hope Smith, heard about a contest, held by the Freemont Canning Company, to select a picture of a baby for a new product line.

She sent a charcoal drawing, made from a photograph of a neighbor’s daughter, taken at 4 months of age.

Dorothy never intended it to be her final entry, but rather a sample sketch, with a note asking, “Is this what you’re looking for? If so, I can make a more finished version.”

Weeks went by with no reply.

Finally, when the judges had looked at all the entries, they chose her simple sketch, saying they liked it just the way it was.

She was awarded $300 for the rights to the drawing, a lot of money in the 1920’s.

The sketch first appeared on boxes of Gerber’s Cereal Food and became known as the Gerber Baby.

In the ’30s and ’40s, the baby was so popular, the company offered prints for 10 cents each, selling thousands.

As odd as this may sound, a few people even thought the iconic drawing was their child and sued Gerber for invading their privacy!

Dorothy Hope Smith was called to testify for the company at the various trials and hearings. Since there were no model releases in those days, it was Dorothy’s word against the plaintiffs.

Gerber would win each time and after several suits, the company asked the artist for the baby’s name and address in order to get a signed release. (Up until then, Gerber wanted no publicity, wanting for everyone to identify with the baby as their child, boy or girl.)

The baby, now grown up, was Ann Turner Cook. Ann’s husband had just returned from the war and they had little or no money at the time. The compensation by Gerber for her signature gave the grateful couple a helpful start in their married life.

It is interesting to note that, until Gerber sought to find her, Ann Turner Cook, a school teacher at the time, no one knew about her secret claim to fame.

In the countless interviews she has given since, the 94-year-old, most graciously, points out, “It’s not an achievement of mine. It’s an achievement of the artist. Dorothy Hope Smith deserves the credit because she captured the image of a healthy, happy baby. That’s what all mothers hope that their baby will be.”
Three Ideas For A Dream Girl Nursery
By: Evolur Nursery Collections
Tags: Design, Decor, Nursery, Baby Products

So, you’ve just found out that you are expecting a baby girl and your imagination is working overtime — thinking of all the wonderful things you can do for her — right from dressing her up in the cutest outfits to creating a dream nursery to welcome her. Pinterest is your best friend and your browsing history is filled with research on everything from baby cribs to nursery decor.

Well, it’s not every day that you get a chance to create a magical girl nursery for your little princess. So, go on, dream on. We think that it’s perfectly normal.

To help you get started, we have 3 popular nursery themes that have stood the test of time –

1. A Nursery fit for a Princess (but of course!)

Trends come and go but this is one theme that we don’t see going out of style ever. Glamorous, luxurious and dreamy, we cannot get enough of the gorgeous princess theme nurseries our Evolur moms create.

So, what does it take to create a beautiful princess themed nursery? In our experience, it all starts with the crib — The Evolur Aurora 5-in-1 Convertible Crib, with its feminine form and whimsical details, has been the inspiration for many of our Evolur moms to create the most fantastical nurseries ever. Whether you want to create an opulent gold themed princess nursery, a royal nursery with an unconventional gray and purple palette or you want to dream up a winter wonderland for your baby girl, the Evolur Aurora is THE nursery collection to create that perfect fairyland.

Now that you have Her Royal Highnesses’ furniture in place, it’s time to accessorize. Well, what is a princess without a crown, right? And what about a chandelier? Hang up an ornate mirror, bring in a plush rocking/nursing chair, lay out a luxurious rug and voila, you have a nursery that is truly fit for a princess. Of course, you could add other royal touches too. A wooden rocking horse, personalized name signs and velvet drapes… will all add to that feeling of luxury.

If you are looking to create a more understated and modern princess nursery, the Evolur Julienne Nursery Collection is the perfect choice for it.

Welcome to this world, little princess!

A dream princess nursery in pink and cream featuring the Aurora Nursery Collection in Ivory Lace

Ideas for a dream girl nursery — A sight in white!

A crown canopy adds a touch of royalty to this gray and pink nursery
Petit Elin, Essenlue and Doodoo Story Buyout Announcement
By: Widus Partners
Tags: Ecommerce, Retail, Baby Products, Investment, Private Equity

As an advisory/investment firm specializing in cross-border investments, Widus Partner’s goal is to bridge opportunities across different markets and today we are excited to announce the closing of our first buyout deal which is closely aligned with our strategy of investing in top local companies with global potential.

This deal is for the 100% acquisition of Petit Elin, Essenlue and Doodoo Story which are ecommerce baby product brand companies with a common ownership structure. Petit Elin and Essenlue are Korea’s leading ecommerce destination for premium baby products that own rapidly growing brands such as Moyuum and Dono & Dono. Doodoo Story is a children’s education content company that has quickly risen to become an innovation leader in its industry and has grown into a household name for young parents in Korea since its founding in 2017.

“We have known the founder and the management team for many years and have been impressed by their ability to continuously develop and launch high quality, safe and reliable products to families, each year. We believe that such a successful track record comes from the team’s commitment to understanding the parents’ needs and introducing such products on a timely basis” said Steve Byun, managing partner at Widus Partners. “We are very excited that the founder and the management team will continue to work closely with us to grow these companies to new heights.”

Widus believes that the 3 companies have tremendous potential to expand their portfolio of premium brands in international markets and they represent the best of what Korea has to offer to the world in the baby products segment. Widus looks forward to working closely with the companies in identifying and engaging with promising overseas markets and partners worldwide.
Tiny Organics
By: Smith
Tags: Branding, Design Process, Startup, Baby Products, Nutrition

Anyway, they approached us with the idea that they really wanted to break into the high end baby market, think Maisonette, Rylee + Cru, Gathre, etc. After all they were hand making hundreds of individual meals that were scientifically perfected to make sure your child is getting the best nutrients and diverse flavors, so why not lean into the fancy schmancy vibe?

Too Schmancy™

We went to town making some marks that felt elegant and whatnot but when we presented them something didn’t sit right with the Tiny team. Maybe going the elegant route was too exclusive? Too snobby? They asked us to take another stab at it and maybe aim for more of a “Target fancy” vibe. Clean, simple, fun, and accessible.

Side note: Something I struggle with constantly when making logos/brands is how do you boil something down to the simplest it can be while still being unique? I had one client accuse me of “just picking a typeface” and it kinda ruined me forever. Can I just use a simple sans serif and call it a day? Can I use circular? No, you can never use circular.
A Toddler Thing: One of the most sought after sustainable Baby Essentials Brands in India!
By: Tamanna Sharma
Tags: A Toddler Thing, Startup, Baby Essentials, Baby Care, Baby Products

A Toddler Thing: One of the most sought after sustainable Baby Essentials Brands in India! Tamanna Sharma Jul 9·3 min read

A Toddler Thing is a well-known homegrown brand run by young parents, striving to create a sustainable lifestyle for the parents and their little ones in India. We began in December 2017 with Cloth Diapers; the aim was to make the eco-friendly alternative to disposable diapers easily accessible to the moms in the south and eventually pan-India.

However, like most small businesses, our sights were set for higher goals. We wanted to help parents opt for sustainable living for their little ones, from the time of their birth.

With much research, experimenting with fabric and materials to create high quality and utility products, trying them out on our own bubs, we became a Sustainable Baby Essentials brand. Today, A Toddler Thing caters to the needs of little ones from the age of 0 (newborns) to the age of 2+. Of course, we couldn’t have got to where we did without the feedback, encouragement and most importantly, trust from the community of mommies we were lucky to build over the last 3 years.

This journey itself has been quite an experience but our toughest learning hit us in March 2020, as it did for most small businesses. The uncertainty about whether our business would take off again, to whether our customers would need us, the fear was real. Add to it, all the staff and tailors who depend on us for their sustenance. It was a nightmare, but we couldn’t let them down.

Team ATT couldn’t sit idle. We began ideating our new products and remembered that we weren’t just selling products, but experiences too. Our offerings also include engaging our community on social media and we amped it up a lot more! Eventually, it was our customers who saved us. Lucky for us, they helped us bounce back once the first wave eased down.

So, when the second wave hit us, the team was better prepared. While several uncertainties remained, we decided to get productive and use the time to concentrate on content development strategies. Which paid off, our engagement on Instagram has been great! After much deliberation, we also figured that our time would be best put to use by doing things we’d put off because we were busy, and ta-da! We started work with our new website and launched it too, quite recently.

Our resilience has been tested time and again and we’ve just learned to pick ourselves up and keep moving forward. Like most other small businesses, we’ve held on and we will continue to do so. Customers are our priority and we will continue to deliver the best of products and experiences, whatever this journey throws at us.

I have linked the website and their social media handle so that you can keep yourself updated on the latest offerings.
9 BIPOC Baby Brands You Need to Know About!
By: Milk Stork
Tags: Smallbusinessbiz, Motherhood, Breastfeeding, Bipoc, Baby Products

Expectful, Meditation & Sleep App

Expectful is “THE” meditation and sleep app for fertility, pregnancy, and motherhood. Founded by Nathalie Walton, Expectful serves up the world’s largest library of guided meditations providing peace of mind to moms and moms-to-be. Behold, SLEEP!

Crunch Boutique

Shop for everything from cloth diapers to clothes, and from books to self-care products for pregnant moms and new moms at this family-run lifestyle boutique. If you happen to drop by their shop in Mansfield, Texas, you will meet one or more of the seven family members who run this amazing business!

HarperIman Dolls

A talented Black mother-daughter team created these keepsake dolls that “reinforce to children of color how important they are, how smart they are, how beautiful they are, how talented they are and how creative they are.” Each doll is handcrafted and beautiful, it’s no wonder they keep selling out quickly! Fear not, the dolls will be back in stock and on a waitlist beginning September 2021.

LouLou LOLLIPOP

We want everything in this shop — baby teethers, bibs, swaddles, onesies because it’s some of the cutest stuff on the market! Founded by Asian-Canadian twin sisters who are committed to making babies and parents happy with high-quality functional products and fair prices.

Black Girl Sunscreen

Designed to start the conversation around sun safety and that Black people can get sunburned too! Feel good knowing your kids are protected with their SPF 50 with natural ingredients like shea butter, jojoba, and chamomile.

Modi Toys

Introduce Indian culture and religion at an early age and in a fun and engaging way with the first-ever mantra-singing plush toys and books. Siblings-turned-founders are behind this super successful family business.

Bubbsi

Indulge in coconut oil skincare — a natural remedy that is a strong part of Indian heritage. Babies and kids will love these adorable refillable bottles and parents will love that this product works and you can shop by skin concern: eczema, cradle cap, and diaper rash.

TPMOCS

When you purchase a pair of these colorful and beautifully handcrafted moccasins, you directly make an impact and take meaningful action to address poverty in Native American communities.

Paper Culture

Made with 100% recycled paper, celebrate those special occasions by feeling good about sending cards again! Plus with every order, they plant a tree where reforestation is most needed.

Our team at Milk Stork is committed to diversity, inclusivity, and infant care. That’s why, in honor of Black Business Month, we are so thrilled to share some of our favorite BIPOC owned and operated businesses. We hope they inspire your future shopping cart needs, as you embark on your new and exciting journey into parenthood.
Overrated Baby Products
Tags: Overrated, Baby Shower, Shopping, Baby Products, Save Money

I have always thought that I was a practical and logical woman. And then i had to do a list for an online baby registry. The amount of cute and very baby-specific products was amazing. And i thought, “well if they exist it must mean that these products make my life easier as a mom and/or make baby more comfortable”.

Well my baby girl is 2 years old now and I have learned that some of the baby-specific product i got from friends and family were not as necessary as I had imagined.

Here’s a short list of things you really don’t need:

Diaper pail: The pail is not the expensive thing, it’s the darn “special” bags. So just get a good covered trash bin and some scented/odor control trash bags and you are set.

Expensive/organic baby lotion: Yes, baby skin is more sensitive, but if you have a sensitive skin/ gentle ingredient lotionjust use that.

Wipe warmer: Unless you live somewhere where you get snow at some point, don’t even think about it.

Bamboo plates/cutlery: If you are looking for environment-friendly options just go for food-grade silicone. Bamboo is hard to wash and breaks easily, remember your child might just throw these plates at some point.

Bottle sterilizer: Really? Just put the nipples in boiling water for a bit the first time, then wash like any other dish, and done.

Changing table: Meh, just get a comfortable height dresser and put a changing pad on top. Your welcome.

Room decorations: I didn’t even get on board with this but I see a lot of parents spending a lot of money and effort to decorate their babies room as if it were an Instagram showroom. Spoiler alert: babies don’t care. In fact, the decorations might just become a distraction for sleep-time. Instead you can buy things that are decorative but also serve a purpose (educational, storage) like storage cubes, letters/numbers artwork, pretty world maps and solar system imagery (remember not to overdo it since you want your baby to sleep and have calm time here).

Clothes and shoes: Babies grow fast. Get them some breathable, comfortable, movable clothes keeping in mind they might just last them a couple of months only. Does your baby walk? No? Then don’t get shoes. When they do walk get their pre-walker shoes first and then some good active shoes, water shoes and some casual ones.

Toys: Stick to educational, sensory-related toys here, no need to have a bunch, since babies will get curious and amused with a box, as long as it’s new to them. Do get books, even if they don’t “understand” you, they will get used to you reading to them and to the idea that books are fun.
How high off the ground should a baby gate be?
By: Jeremiah Kel
Tags: Baby, Baby Clothes, Parenting, Baby Products, Baby Boomers

There is no question that taking care of a young child can be a challenge. You might think that once you get out of the infant stage, things will get better, and in some ways, they will. However, once your baby starts the crawling stage, you have a new set of challenges. You have to keep them away from stairs and other falling hazards. This is why you need to invest in a solid baby gate to protect your little one from falling down the stairs. Of course, this all begs the question, just how high off the ground should a baby gate be? That’s a good question. Consider the following characteristics:

There are two different heights we are concerned with.

When talking about the distance the baby gate is from the ground, we are concerned with more than one particular height. First of all, the top of the baby gate should be at least 22 inches, and the gap between the bottom of the baby gate and the floor should be no more than 3 inches. This is to guard against your baby crawling under the gate or getting their head stuck in it.

Make sure your child falls under the correct age requirements before you get a gate.

Generally, you will have to get some other kind of barrier for your child if they are either under six months of age or over two years of age. At this point, it doesn’t matter how far off the ground your gate might be, simply because by now your child might have learned how to either open the gate or climb over it. When this happens, you cannot rely on this gate as a safety device any longer.

Look for a gate that is certified by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association.

Of course, it could be difficult to shop around for these types of safety gates, simply because it would be very awkward to carry around a tape measure. However, the good news is that there is an organizing body for safety gates. If the gate you are interested in is certified by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA), then this means they will both of the necessary height requirements.

Currently, the main companies that are certified by JpMA are Dorel Juvenile Group (Safety 1st), Evenflo, Lascal/Regal Lager, Cardinal Gates, Retract-A-Gate/ Creative Frontier, KidCo, Regalo International, Summer Infant Products, TOMY International (formerly known as RC2/Learning Curve), GMI, Munchkin, Inc.,

North States Industries, Tee-Zed Products (Dream Baby).

Ways to tell if you have a dangerous baby gate

Of course, all of this information leads to another question: is my baby gate safe? Here are some ways to tell if you have a safe one:

The gate is set back at least six inches.

The gate is NOT accordion-style.

The gate in question has good online reviews.

There you have it. If you keep these tips and information in mind, you are sure to find the best gate to meet all of your needs!
Signs and Symptoms of Ovulation
By: Fertility Solutions
Tags: Baby Products, Health, Women, Baby

What is ovulation?

Ovulation is the release of a mature egg from one of the ovaries and travels down the fallopian tubes ready to be fertilized.

When does ovulation occur?

Ovulation usually occurs on the 14th day of your cycle but this varies from women to women therefore it would be ideal to use a ovulation predictor to determine the exact time of ovulation.

How long does ovulation last?

Ovulation last between 12 and 24 hours but the mail sperm can last up to 72 hours in perfect conditions. It’s always recommended to have intercourse every other day leading up to ovulation as well as on the day of ovulation when trying to conceive.

Signs and Symptoms of Ovulation

Ovulation signs and symptoms vary from person to person with some being very prominent to others not having any. Hormonal changes can cause various changes including breast sensitivity, cervical mucus increase, moodiness, headaches and even an increase in your libido. Knowing what to look for will help you pin point the exact time of ovulation.

During each cycle couples not taking any form of contraceptive have around a 20% chance of conceiving but this could be lower when fertility issues come into play.

There are a few tell tale signs of ovulation, some obvious and others you would need a bit of checking to confirm:

Your basal body temperature rises and stays higher till your next period and for this you would need a Basal thermometer as well as a BBT chart to keep track.

Breast tenderness, some women experience excruciating pain before and during ovulation me being one of them.

Excessive cervical mucus or CM, closer to ovulation your body produces more estrogen causing cervical mucus to become clear and stretchy resembling egg white. To test this you can insert your finger into your vagina and using your index finger and your thumb you can stretch the mucus, if it’s very stretchy and clear you are in your fertile phase.

Your sex drive may increase and could be the perfect time to take advantage of the task at hand.

Lower abdomen pain or bloating are experienced by some women sometimes very light and just on one side that only lasts for a few minutes while others have extreme pain that could last a few hours and even cause nausea.

Brown discharge or spotting is normal and even common during ovulation and occurs when the follicle surrounding the egg matures and ruptures resulting in a tiny amount of bleeding.

Your cervix position changes, during ovulation your cervix is higher and opens up.

These are only a few signs and symptoms and vary from women to women so try and get to know your body by keeping track, making notes in your diary and even getting a ovulation kit to help you pin point your exact day. For some couples it only takes one round but for some of us it takes a while, whatever the situation just remember to keep on trying and keep it fun.

More at Fertility Solutions
How to do the Baby Bjorn Thing: As a Dad
By: C Hardin Hansen
Tags: Fatherhood, Culture, Parenting, Humor, Baby Products

Tip #1: You do not have boobs. This is key. It might seem an obvious physical fact but it’s actually an essential truism you must embrace before you put your baby in your Bjorn. Because you don’t have boobs, turn that sucker around! And of course, by sucker, I mean your adorable baby. The baby needs a show and you’re the walking stage. The baby gets nothing facing you. I mean except your warmth, your love and your steady beating heart, but you can show all those things to the baby later through self-sacrifice and patience. For now, the baby needs a show and to learn valuable life skills from you like: how to cross a street safely, how to yell at cars for driving too fast while you are crossing the street, and how to properly order a drip coffee, not a latte. Because you want your baby to come by its coffee choices organically. Also remember it has to be iced for safety. You have a baby under you. You’ll start forgetting that, trust me.

Photo by Dane Deaner on Unsplash

Tip#2: They aren’t looking at you. If you’ve followed these instructions, you have your baby facing out to the world. The baby is smiling. The baby is winking probably, maybe pointing at people, I don’t know, I never saw what my son was doing but he was attracting A LOT of attention. Young women who normally would not be aware of any part of your sphere of influence will now start smiling in your direction and seeming to make eye contact. But they aren’t looking at you. Remember this. Don’t make the mistake of smiling yourself or greeting people during these interactions. You will quickly learn you are only the mule this baby rode into town on. No one wants to talk to you and honestly they’re offended when you break the bond they’re having with your child. If you’re not sold on this, I have a story. We live in Los Angeles so seeing famous people isn’t out the question, but my wife is better at recognizing people so for all I know I could be swimming in famous people and I’m usually unaware. But one day I was walking to Starbucks, with the baby strapped on, facing out and meeting and greeting. We passed this stunning young woman.

She tried not to, but then she couldn’t help it and broke into a massive smile, tilted her head a little and kind of blinked. My first thought was “Yeah, I still got it. Check her out, checking me out.” Then I realized “Holy crap that is Anne Hathaway!”

Then I remembered I had a baby on my chest and I averted my eyes like I was trained to do. My baby and she had a good moment there and we were off. He didn’t care that it was Anne Hathaway which I thought was a totally baller move.
Factors to choose when buying baby hair gel online
By: Hot Tot Haircare
Tags: Baby Product, Hair Gel, Baby Hair Gel, Shampoo, Beauty

Is your child’s hair dry? Do you want to see the soft and perfectly styled hair on your baby’s head? Then do not wait to purchase baby hair gel. Whether you are considering smoothing your baby’s natural curls or styling it in a baby hair gel is your friend. The gel itself will bring a light hold. However, it is too good for detangling, cleansing, and conditioning.

Well, if you go for buying baby hair gel online, then you have to consider some aspects. Here, we will discuss those factors you can follow when buying this product for your dearest kid. To learn more, read this article to the end.

Baby hair gel & some important factors

Most hair gels are meant for babies and children are free of toxins. It is important that you avoid using your husband’s hair gel! Here are some natural ingredients you might find in baby hair gels:

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) — Shea Butter made from the Shea tree is used in many types of cosmetics and personal care products including bath products and cleansing product. However, when you buy a baby hair gel online check this ingredient.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) — In cosmetics and personal care products, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil is used in many different products including bath oils, lipstick, skin cleansing products, moisturisers, night skin care products and babies products.

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice — Aloe Vera offers many benefits, and it suited for all skin types. It is a popular medicinal plant; it has lot of antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Therefore, when you go for buying baby’s hair gel online, read the product description carefully.

These three elements are important but there are other components that should have in the child’s product such as AMP-Acrylates Copolymer, Potassium Sorbate, and other ingredient. To learn more, you have to visit an online store. Well, you will find a web address in the following line.

Keep in touch

‘Hot Tot Haircare’ offers various kids product such as kid’s shampoo, cream, conditioner, and hair gel. It is an online store. They provide a toxin-free product. They are specialised for kids. If you are looking for baby hair gel online, choose them. Their all products are affordable, safe, and 100% chemical free. Visit this link — hottot.com to learn more about their products and services.
Things To Buy For Baby
By: Deana Elwood, Head Bee
Tags: Baby, Toddlers, Toys, Parenting, Baby Products

Yes I spoke about this in my must haves last week, but it MUST be mentioned for my favs, since I admit it was my #1 favorite purchase for my little man. First and foremost, SUPPORT mom and pops! My little man loved and still does love to be cuddled to sleep. He eventually wanted out of swaddling, but wanted that close encounter feeling. Naps no problem, but he would wake himself up if he didn’t feel warmth or me next to him… until I found the one. Snuggle Me Organic + the toddler version are still used with my 16 month old. It resembles a warm embrace when the baby is placed into the snuggle me on a flat surface and the sides cuddle baby. I even enjoy laying on the side watching him nap. The fabric covers are super soft and like I said last week, IT IS MACHINE WASHABLE!! Yup, and no bunching of material or misshapen when taking out of my front loader.

mybaby Sound Machine

My mother was super clutch when it came to obvious things I forgot to register for. The sound machine was one of them. She got me the travel one for car trips and the one that we still use every night to help him to sleep. Perks of this sound machine is also the projector. My son soon transitioned from bassinet to his crib and I feared he would be scared to be in a different room, however I think because he was so use to seeing the projector on the ceiling every night, he assumed he was still in the same room, plus beach waves to bed, uh yes please! Plug it in and off to sleep. {I need a fan to fall asleep, so you bet I loved this.} But if you don’t like beach waves, there are other sound options to enjoy.

Einstein Underwater Jumper

You question this or a walker and I returned the walker after reading the down the stairs and tipping over horror stories. Hmm, I had a walker, did I tip? Anyway, this was his favorite toy. He was strengthening his legs, listening to music and eventually knocking himself out. I remember the first time I saw him dozing off after his little workout. Poor little booger, worked out so hard. He was doing so well with the jumping and soon standing that I knew this was for sure a great favorite that we registered for.

Activity May + Activity Toys
Build a Better World While Bringing Up Baby: Part 2
By: Polina Peg
Tags: Eco Friendly, Baby Products, B Corp, Sustainable, Climate Change

Welcome to part two of our guide to sustainable baby-rearing. In Part 1, we discussed sustainable options for baby products you have to buy new: diapers, food, and bathing and cleaning supplies. Now we’ll jump into options for things you might be able to score used, like baby gear, clothes and toys. As before, we readily admit that each section could be a post (or book) on its own. Consider this the ABC-primer of green baby care. Use it as a starting point and then explore the ideas that resonate with you.

1. Baby Gear

There are lots of products “for babies.” But are they really for babies or are they for parents who have no chill? As a conscious consumer, always consider whether an item is necessary. Ask yourself how often it will be used, for how long it will be useful, and why you think you need it before you spring for a seemingly superfluous piece of baby gear.

Of course there are some things you really do need to get your baby around and keep her safe. You can buy many of these essentials used, but be careful — safety recalls are common for baby gear, and often only newer models are approved by authorities. Hand-me-down cribs are generally a no-go, but strollers might be OK if they’re more recent models. There are different guidelines for other products. Check out this helpful post on buying used baby gear from Parents.com and confirm that whatever you’re about to purchase secondhand is still safe by checking the product name or model number on recalls.gov.

When you’re ready to start shopping, try thrift stores and yard sales or check out one of the many sites that connects buyers and sellers of baby gear. Once you’re finished with your great finds, re-list them so the next parent can use the goods (and keep them out of the dump!).

ReCrib is a website that lets you buy and sell gently used, high-end baby goods. Also check the mainstays like eBay, craigslist, freecycle and your neighborhood listservs.
Breastfeeding mom creates a lactation decaf coffee to help mothers struggling with supply
By: Beethy Chang
Tags: Baby Product, Breastfeeding, Milksta Mommy Brew

Breastfeeding mother, fan and advocate combines her passion for coffee and struggles experienced while breastfeeding her son to create “Milksta Mommy Brew”

Milksta Mommy Brew

Milksta Mommy Brew is a new product that is specifically created to address the needs of breastfeeding moms, particularly the ones who would like to push with breastfeeding and struggling with supply. The organic, decaf, and vegan nursing coffee was created by a breastfeeding mother and advocate after she struggled to feed her newborn due to delay in lactation and pains when her milk eventually came.

Babies are gifts to their parents and the world at large and parents spend all the resources at their disposal to ensure that they get the best possible care. Mothers are particularly at the forefront of providing the care, giving the baby the best meal at the time — breastmilk. Unfortunately, millions of women across the globe often struggle to feed their babies in the first few weeks. This was the case of an English-speaking mother that gave birth in a small city in Brazil.

The first few weeks after birth was terrifying for the new mother to say the least, battling with breastfeeding her baby and trying multiple galactagogues. She experienced several issues including mastitis, nipple thrush, baby’s lip & tongue ties plus recurring clogged ducts. However, she overcame the several the challenges, including having to fly across the globe with her boy that continues to enjoy the immense benefits of breastfeeding, one of which is a steel immune system.

Milksta Breastfeeding Coffee is especially formulated with 100% PURE & NATURAL organic herbal extracts to help boost breast milk supply and production. Using a combination of superfoods and vitamin rich ingredients such as Spinach, Carrots, Brewer’s yeast, Dates, Oat & Coconut oil creamer, and Moringa leaves, the formula can also help to combat the baby blues and fight off fatigue while increasing and regulating milk production.

The easy-to-brew decaf coffee allows mothers to indulge in the rich, full taste of a hot cup of “latte” without all the negative effects of regular coffee while enjoying its high anti-oxidant feature and using a Calorie-FREE sweetener that would not spike blood sugar.

Each box of Milksta Mommy Brew includes 16 sachets of instant nursing coffee with 1 sachet equaling 18 grams.

More information about Milksta Mommy Brew can be found on the website. You can also find Milksta Mommy Brew on social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram.

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Name of the business: Organiksta LLC dba Milksta Mommy Brew (Prefer to use Milksta Mommy Brew)

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Contact Person: Lian Delos Reyes, Founder/CEO

Website: milksta.com

Email: heymom@milksta.com
Swaddling — Is It Good or Bad For YourBaby?
By: Koala Moms
Tags: Attachment, Swaddles, Health, Parenting, Baby Products

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Modern swaddling is increasingly popular as a means of settling and soothing infants and helping babies sleep longer with fewer awakenings. Yet there are controversy concerning the healthy short and long term outcome of swaddling.

All different techniques of swaddling have in common that they restrict the movement of the body and limbs. Swaddling keeps your baby’s arms and legs from flailing and prevents startling and self-waking. It is not hard to do, but you do need to learn the proper technique to make sure swaddling will be safe effective for the baby. The idea is to wrap babies snugly so they won’t try to wiggle out of the swaddle, but leave enough room at the top to breathe and at the bottom for bending the legs up and out from their body. Experts say that swaddling soothes babies by providing the secure feeling they enjoyed before birth.

Since the early 1990’s the medical community has recommended placing babies on their back to sleep to reduce the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Studies showed swaddled babies sleep better in the back sleeping position, as they prevent newborns waking themselves from Ballistic Movements (throwing of the hands and feet without control, due to central nervous system development).

Yet the medical and psychological effects of swaddling are still in dispute. One recent study indicated that swaddling increased the risk of SIDS because baby’s sleep is deeper which makes baby less alert.

Babies shouldn’t be swaddled long-term. Experts vary in their opinions about how long a baby should be swaddled. Some say one month of age while others say until three months. Long-term routine swaddling might impair a baby’s gross motor development, so it’s important to end the practice after a few months.

In the past, some studies have shown a higher risk of slow gross motor skills in babies who are swaddled most of the day and night and hip dysplasia with tight swaddling. However, some say that when swaddling is for sleep only, and not for times when babies are really practicing motor skills, no harm will be done.

According to studies hip dysplasia is associated with a tribal, antiquated way of swaddling where the legs are bound together and hips are often rigidly straightened. This way the hips cannot flex or open up a little. Also, several studies have shown that even young babies (like in Mongolia) with mild motor delay from snug wrapping almost 24 hours a day quickly develop normal development once the swaddling is stopped.

The important question is then how even a mild motor developmental delay in western babies, where competition and comparison are part of our everyday lives, will affect how parents deal with such a delay, making baby sit or walk before their body is ready for it, for example. But this is a topic for a whole new post.

Wishing you enjoyable and motoric days,

Maya
My Surprise Baby and I
By: Gary King
Tags: Baby, Newborn Baby Photography, Newborn, Baby Clothes, Baby Products

Hi Friends,

I was always the type of guy who enjoyed life to the max. I spend no more then a couple of months to a few years in one place. However, when life threw me a curveball and I hit my 30’s, I gained a fresh perspective to life and decided to finally take the plunge and get Married. Soon after I got married, I got the news about my Wife being Pregnant. I was shocked, just after starting my career and work, I had another gift of responsibility to move forward in my life with. I also realized Baby stuff is not cheap and life just got a whole lot interesting for me. I spend lots of money preparing for the arrival of my boy until I realized that I don’t have to pay the Full Retail Prices of Goods at the local stores. I went back to my family and discussed the ton of responsibility coming my way and to my surprise, they just said “Goodluck”.

Now after spending hours on research and networking with suppliers and professionals, I created an online E-commerce store, which is a site that offers the latest Apparels for Men & Women, Home & Garden, Automotive and so much more, but most Importantly items for Newborns and kids! Oh, I have saved a lot of money with this network of suppliers and professionals that I work with and now I wanted to extend my knowledge and share with you this site so that you can also SAVE lots of money in everyday items. This site is constantly updated, so you can be sure that you always pay the best prices and get the best of products and services delivered to you in no time. Entrepreneur.

I hope to all the new fathers and mothers who just found out that they are pregnant to definitely spend the time ordering and going through this site so you can plan ahead and get these items quickly because before you know it the baby will be out. I want the best of everything for my Son and I like to deliver you the Same.

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Children Cute Hair Accessories Set Baby Fabric Bow Flower Hairpins Barrettes Hair clips Girls Headdress Gift
By: Things A Baneeds
Tags: Baby Products, Fashion

product description

Cartoon and Cute — Cartoon pattern hair accessories, small and lightweight, beautiful and cute, durable and unfading for long times wearing.

No Hurt to Hair — High elastic, moderate length, extremely soft, not easy to fall off, suitable for baby’s hair amount.

SIZE of — Approx 8 inch; Package include: 36 pcs Hair Clips+Hair Ties; Color: Bright Yellow(Show as the picture); One bow weight: Approx 36 g/pcs

Occasion — This is the perfect gift bows for any occasion! Birthdays, Baby Shower, Baby Gifts, Christmas and more.It is easy to clip onto hair, clothing, headbands, hats, handbags, shoes, etc. The “alligator teeth” of the clip keep it from slipping off

It’s for you — The mini hair clips for babies can be clipped in your hair with the featured alligator clip on the back whatever your hair is thick or thin.Great for any DIY project as the grosgrain bows are easily maneuverable to your preference

Features:

Make you dress up quickly.

To add charm to your overall image, make you are more confident and elegant.

An excellent headband for girl to wear in party, festivals or in daily life.

Note:

Due to the difference between different monitors, the picture may not reflect the actual color of the item.

Type 2: Headwear

Type 3:Hairpins: Type 4:Hair Clips
Ethical Guide for Baby Formula Brands
By: Shaundrea Bowen
Tags: Baby Products, Formula, Breastfeeding

Waiting for the arrival of your new baby can be the happiest and most anticipating time of any parents’ life. From decorating the nursery, buying clothes and loading up on diapers, you have to make sure every item is checked of the to-do list before the little one’s arrival. However, there comes a point where you as the parent must also have to decide whether to breastfeed or formula feed? And if you do decide to formula feed, which formula is the best one? Just as if you were to research the best diaper brand or best pediatrician, the research can also be extensive on which formula brand to choose but it is worth it.

Parents trust these formula brands to provide the best nutrients and vitamins to their babies. Most brands promote how organic their formula is or how easily it is to digest. However, there was a recent recall on a Walmart brand formula because of possible contamination. To make sure this does not effect other brands I have compiled a list of code of ethics intended to provide their customers a sense of confidence and trust in their product:

Be transparent about ingredients in formula: Enfamil promotes what nutrients and vitamins are present in their formula and how it compares to other brands.

2. Educate consumers on the pros and cons of formula vs breastmilk: Most parents may not know the benefits of each form of feeding. They may base their decisions on others opinions of whether to use breastmilk or formula but if formula companies did a better job of taking the responsibility of educating parents then this would be one less worry.

3. Focus on the health of the baby and not a profit: Many corporate brands begin to lose sight of why their product is imporant and become focused on the money being made. Companies like Gerber and Enfamil whose consumers are babies and cannot speak for themselves, should understand just how important their products are and that they should be made safe and nutrious for the growth and development of the babies.

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ohbaby is on its way
By: Aidan Dean
Tags: Delivery Software, CEO, Business, Baby Products, Food

ohbaby has started using Picup’s software to manage its deliveries around Cape Town and Gauteng.

Customers can now track their deliveries in real time, which is just one of the many great features available from Picup.

ohbaby is a nutritionist approved, science led baby food brand that believes in convenience without compromise. As a startup, it needed to pay huge attention to service excellence. Its biggest challenge was the time and resources required to manage its own independent drivers and finding a solution to combat the high cost of failed deliveries.

Founder and MD of ohbaby, Amy Putman, says as the business grew, they faced many delivery challenges which resulted in a high cost from both a monetary and customer retention perspective.

“As a young entrepreneur, I keep close contact with a network of other entrepreneurs in the e-commerce space. Developing these relationships is vital because we experience many of the same teething problems and, by sharing knowledge, we’re able to work together to solve problems,” she explained.

Putman says one of these contacts recommended Picup because of the professional, reliable service it offers. “But more importantly, because the team at Picup offer the support and flexibility that start-ups require.”

ohbaby deliveries are time sensitive because there are strict guidelines when it comes to frozen foods. It previously worked with independent drivers and managed the delivery process manually.

She says managing drivers and the delivery processes was not sustainable as they grew. “It moved our focus away from key areas like growth and onto logistics. “Working with Picup has allowed us to bring that focus back to where it needs to be for the best interest of growing the business.”

“We recognise the fact that the Picup drivers who deliver our baby food are viewed as representatives of the ohbaby brand. With 95% of its customers being busy moms with babies at home, trust is key. Our experience of Picup Legends has been that they are professional, friendly and on time,” Putman adds.

Picup also accommodates ohbaby’s special requirements for deliveries. It uses a swap out system of cooler bags instead of traditional cardboard boxes which could be wasteful. This means Picup drivers need to log, store and return the cooler bags that are swapped out by repeat purchasers.

“Without Picup managing this process accurately, our GP would dramatically decline. Picup has streamlined our delivery process and allowed us to focus on our core business,” she concludes.