Coolest Baby Gear

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Gifts For: Him

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Types Of Strollers

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Top Five Playards

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Think Pink!

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Toy Series: 1 Year Olds

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Best Baby Buys

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The Best Double Strollers!

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Toy Series: 4 Year Old Girls

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Toy Series: 4 Year Old Boys

As the holidays approach I cannot help but check out all the awesome toys that are constantly advertised all over the TV and newspaper ads! I realize we haven't even celebrated Halloween or Thanksgiving yet, and trust me those are my two favorite holidays, but I know a lot of people who like to get their shopping out of the way and ahead of time.

Since I'm probably more excited than my son is, I've decided to do a gift guide series to help the impending holiday shoppers! I will try to do this for every age group (up until 10 years old), in no specific order and will post them and other ideas frequently until December 25th.

Hopefully they help some of you who are in need of suggestions for gifts!

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Breastfeeding Must Haves

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Baby Beach Gear

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Top 5 High End Strollers

Top 5 High Chairs

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Budget Friendly Baby Items

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Putting Together A Hospital Bag

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My Top 5 Diaper Bags

Every mother will tell you that you absolutely NEED a good, sturdy, cute diaper bag.

I have been through so many bags within the past couple of years (even while my son was potty training) that I know exactly what I am looking for when it comes to a good diaper bag.

1. My all time favorite diaper bag. The Graco Optimo Diaper Bag in Black. I can't say enough about this bag. It has everything. Not only is the style unisex but it's also has a durable nylon exterior, lots of zippered pockets that will fit your baby powder, crayons, extra socks and more, an insulated bottle holder perfect for keeping babies bottle nice and warm or cold, lots of interior space that will even fit my 13" laptop, an adjustable shoulder strap that sits nicely and doesn't slide all over as well as tote handles for when you don't feel like lugging your bag on your shoulder..and the list goes on!

This bag measures 18" x 12" x 5"

This bag also comes with a changing pad which easily fits in a large pocket on the back of the bag.

2. Any mother or father who's in love with animal print will absolutely adore this Baby Boom Zebra Diaper Bag for their little girl!

This bag comes equipped with a comfy adjustable shoulder strap, a spacious main compartment to hold any extra clothes, wipes, snacks and much more.. lots of smaller pockets, a changing pad, an exterior flap for snacks/wipes/bottle/etc, 100% polyester exterior, convenient zipper closure, and side bottle pockets which will also fit sippy cups.

This bag measures 16" x 11" x 5"

Retails: $16.50 (Walmart)

If you're trying to save all your pretty pennies for when the baby gets here, consider this bag! Don't let the simplicity fool you! This Pretty Baby Microfiber Striped Tote Diaper Bag is made with water-resistant fabric both inside and out, features two large outer pockets with zipper closure and two side pockets without (perfect for bottles), a changing pad, wipes case, and a matching zippered pouch! All this for a great price!

More colors are available in this style.

This bag measures 18" x 7" x 11"

Price ranges depending on which color you choose but this bag typically retails between: $12.50-$13.60 (Walmart)

If you're willing to spend a little bit more money on a diaper bag and want one that is eye catching and trendy, check out Skip Hop's Studio Diaper Tote Bag! This bag will give you a bang for your buck! It boasts 14 pockets (yes, 14!) AND zip top closure! Side pockets will easily accommodate a sippy cup or bottle (or both!) and a changing pad is included. Back pocket is very large and would be perfect for your wallet, pacifiers, you name it! The zip pockets are a great spot to stash your keys or phone. This bag also has nickel feet on the bottom to resist wear when placing on the floor, desk, etc. The convenient snap down front pocket lets you stash a blanket or bib underneath, the bag itself hands beautifully on a stroller or worn over the shoulder and is water resistant inside and out! There is a TON of room inside this stylish bag for extra clothes, magazines, coloring books and whatever else you can think of!

This bag measures 17" x 6" x 12"

This bag comes in different prints and colors.

Price ranges depending on which color/print you choose but this bag typically retails between: $70.98-$76.50

(Amazon)

Ok, so we understand that not every dad or partner will want to carry around a trendy, eye catching tote so this one's for those who don't! Meet Skip Hop's Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag! This convenient bag is solid black, however there are many different prints for this bag and can be used by either gender regardless. This bag has a great shoulder strap length of 51.5", a rugged exterior, lots of pockets to fit all of your accessories, a large exterior pocket and three smaller exterior pockets, two large exterior zipper pockets that will easily fit any smartphone, two interior multi-function pockets and also includes a changing pad and straps to accommodate your stroller!

This bag measures 13" x 4.2" x 13.8"

Price ranges depending on which color/print you choose but this bag typically retails between: $45.90-$64.00

(Amazon)

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4Moms Mamaroo

Review: 4Moms Mamaroo Baby Swing

I am not even sure where to begin with this swing. First off, where was this when my son was a baby!?

Secondly, if it wasn't for baby swings I probably would not have made it through the first year with all the hair on my head still intact. My son was extremely colicky, loved attention and would scream till your ears bled. Surprisingly, I did not put a baby swing on my registry nor did I get one as a gift. Looking back, I'm not sure why I didn't put one on my "Must Need" list because it certainly allowed me to take a decent 10 minute shower without having to use my towel to get the last bit of conditioner out.

DESIGN

The 4Moms Mamaroo grabbed my attention as soon as I saw the long lineup of swings at our local baby store. The sleek design is eye catching and unique and the swing itself comes in six different colors.

The toy bar and balls are completely removable and can easily be moved to the side to pick baby directly up out of the swing. The balls can also be removed from the bar and can actually be used with the swing or later on when baby has outgrown the swing. The balls are reversible and have two sides:

Black and white - for contrasting color and strengthening baby's eyesight

and

Color - to help develop eyesight and provides fun color recognition.

There are two options for fabric when it comes to the seat covers on the 4Moms Mamaroo.

If you decide to buy the nylon seat cover, the fabric can be slightly rough for some newborn babies but my 3 month old niece (my tester baby) seemed to have no problem with it. She decided she was going to work overtime and slept about an hour in the Mamaroo.

But, if your heart is set on buying this swing, I suggest splurging a little bit more and purchasing the plush seat cover. If you're strapped for cash (or prefer to save) and opt for the nylon cover, you could simply wrap a nice warm blanket around baby after putting him or her in the swing. If you already have the nylon cover but decide you'd like the plush instead, 4Moms allows you to buy a replacement! Both seat cover options are easily removable and machine washable.

SEAT
Another great feature on the Mamaroo is the reclining seat. The comfortable cradle-style seat is fully adjustable and slides to any position. The lock is located on the back of the swing and is easy to use as well as an important feature when keeping baby safe.

To keep baby safer than he/she already is, there is an adjustable 3 point padded buckle harness that allows your little one to safely swing.

For smaller babies, 4Moms.com also offers consumers an option to purchase a reversible newborn plush insert for an even more secure feeling. 

FEATURES

So what makes this swing different from other baby swings?

The Mamaroo has FIVE soothing motions that softly bounce up and down or sway side to side:

If your baby falls asleep in the car like my son did, this is perfect for you. Choose your favorite motion by using the blue LCD screen and the up and down buttons.

MUSIC

The Mamaroo also provides built in nature sounds through the attached speaker system on the base of the swing which also allows you to control the volume.

If you're not a fan of the sounds provided you can plug in your iPhone or mp3 player and listen to whatever music you desire. 

POWER

My favorite part about the Mamaroo? No more batteries! With my sons swing, I went through a ton of batteries and the cost of a cheap swing quickly became very expensive the more he used it. The Mamaroo includes an AC adapter that reaches up to about 5 feet long!

After testing the 4Moms Mamaroo with my 3 month old niece and asking other parents how much they love their Mamaroo, I believe this swing is definitely worth the money. 

I have no affiliation with 4Mom's.

I purchased this product with my own money

and this is my 100% honest opinion.

Pizza Bagels

My son has been craving pizza lately and while I don't really favor ordering delivery, this does the job! We decided those plain bagels that had been sitting in our fridge for a week would work well for his lunch (don't worry, they were still safe to eat!). I went ahead and peeled some organic cucumbers while the bagels were lightly toasting and used my star vegetable cutter to make the shapes. I also tossed in some organic cherry tomatoes, whole grain fig newtons, a Mini Babybel cheese and some fresh organic blueberries. Once the bagels were done toasting (about two minutes), I lightly spread some organic pizza sauce and threw on some half skim mozzarella cheese on top to complete our mini pizzas.