The Best Baby Shower: Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Digital Video Sensor Pad Monitor Review and a Give Away

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What on earth would we do without the video montor?  It's a question I've considered many times throughout these past three years. Sure, you could live without one.  People certainly have.  But why would you want to? There have been countless times where our video monitor saved the day - or rather, our collective night's rest.  When Emma was young and very dependent upon her pacifier and then it suddenly went missing during the night. We would eventually have heard her crying and woken … [Read more...]

The Best Baby Shower: Puj Tub Review & Reader Discount

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It took a while to get into the baby bathing groove with Emma.  Even when we found our best method -- a sling set into the kitchen sink, there needed to be two people involved in the process.  It was slippery and difficult to keep her in place. This is Emma getting washed up inside our kitchen sink at about 3 months of age. It worked, but being that she was a winter baby we always had to get through it quickly because she was obviously chilly. The other day when we were browsing … [Read more...]

The Best Baby Shower: Kolcraft Cuddle ‘n Care Bassinet

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That first night at home with your new baby can be quite intimidating.  I remember the feeling, and it's completely normal I'm sure. There are no doctors or nurses to check in on you to make sure you're doing everything correctly, and I'm pretty sure we got no sleep at all that night. We took solace in having our precious newborn laying right beside the bed so we could check on her as often as we'd like.  The one we used for Emma was borrowed and later returned.  As a Kolcraft Mom Blogger, I … [Read more...]

The Best Baby Shower: Boba Baby Carrier Give Away ARV $125

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It's funny how your views on certain products can change with baby number two.  While at my shower I received a baby carrier, I only used it maybe twice at the most.  Once only to make room in my small shopping cart at Home Goods. It was easier before, in my opinion, to just plop Emma into her travel system and go.  But now that I'm going to have a little one and a very active three-year-old, I know I won't want to be wheeling around the stroller after child numero uno. A baby carrier … [Read more...]

The Best Baby Shower: MamaRoo Review

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As a baby, Emma did spend a good amount of time in her swing, but she never liked any device that vibrated her body.  I  remember thinking, this is so unnatural.  4moms thought the same way when they came up with the MamaRoo.  Designed to mimic the motions of mom and dad, the MamaRoo bounces and sways for the ultimate soothing experience. The MamaRoo is available in eight different color patterns.  I was sent the Green/Chocolate, a bold yet gender-neutral color. There are five … [Read more...]

The Best Baby Shower: Sage Spoonfuls Homemade Lifestyle Package Giveaway!

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I remember spending a ridiculous amount of money on jarred baby food for Emma.  The only part about that stage that I miss is she actually ate quite a few vegetables back then.  Not so much anymore! Once I realized how easy it was to make your own baby food, we were out of that stage.  Now I have a second chance to do it the right away, and I'm so fortunate to have such a comprehensive kit to make the process that much easier. The Homemade Lifestyle Package includes all of the following … [Read more...]

The Best Baby Shower: Maxi Cosi Travel System Giveaway!

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This past fall, I had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at one of the two new collections from Maxi Cosi - the Leila Collection, which has a tan and powder blue theme.  The Piazzo is the other, in tan and red. The timing couldn't be more perfect, and I'm excited to be able to use this brand new mommy gear in just a few short months. The collection features the three essentials for new moms: The travel system, the play yard, and the high chair. But let's talk about the travel system … [Read more...]

Newest Baby Gear Collections by Maxi-Cosi

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The moment I stepped into the baby store, it became real. I was there to register for the first time, and there was a product for everything. Overwhelming to put it simply. But it was also exciting too. There is something about baby products, and even better, the gear. Even in these past three years, I've seen some great improvements in baby gear. Even if you're not pregnant, I dare you to look at Maxi-Cosi's newest collections - Piazzo and Leila, and not come down with a case of baby … [Read more...]

Boogie Baby Crib Blankets (Review & Giveaway)

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Winner: Kimberly Boogie Baby blankets are my new obsession. O.M.G. I seriously want to steal this one right away from Jack.  Everyone drools over it when they see it!  Can I just tell you, when I put Jack down for naps or bed in his crib and I gather this blanket up to cover him, he smiles the biggest smile, grabs it and squishes his face in it?  I love that.  So worth it. Boogie Baby makes customizable blankets for kids of every age, complete with personalization.  I was torn … [Read more...]

Juppy Baby Walker (Review & Giveaway)

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The winner is ColleenMarie82! The Juppy Baby Walker just earned a spot in my baby bag. Being the proud mom of a 98 percentile-r, I am constantly straining my back. Picking him up, putting him down, helping him climb and cruise. He's a big boy, but more than that, I feel like I spend half my days bent at the knees or the waist. It takes a toll. My back is often sore and frequently cracks. I can appreciate any product that helps me with that pervasive parenting issue. Lucky me, the … [Read more...]