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My Favorite Lil Helper

Do you know what I love? When a company I already love continues to strive for innovation and perfection!

Lil Helper cloth diapers have my Fluff Love heart.

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I could write a whole article on why Lil Helper Cloth Diapers but I feel they’ve already make a pretty good case on their website.

But If you want the short version:

Almost 3 years ago MamatheFox did a review on Lil Helper. Two years later I started experimenting with cloth diapers and got all of MamatheFox’s hand-me-downs. I was given one Lil Helper diaper and immediately I wanted more! I loved the fit, bamboo inserts, and system of using the liner multiple times.

Which how awesome is it that I fell in love with a second hand diaper!

It definitely sheds light on the life span of Lil Helper and their quality.

Recently Lil Helper upped their fluff game and not only made their diapers even more dependable, which I didn’t think was possible, but also started making a variety of products for all babies, not just cloth diapered.

 

Charcoal Cloth Diaper

Now sometimes it is scary when a company you love makes changes. There is definitely hesitation and sometimes resistance from us stubborn folks. If it ain’t broken why fit it right?

However, I also highly appreciate companies always trying to be better. Lil Helper engineered a beloved cloth diaper that is working great, yet they stay diligent to keep up with technology and assure customers they are providing the best. Lil Helper recently redesigned their diapers to have a higher back.

It definitely gives my very tall daughter extra coverage and protection, while still fitting close to her body comfortably. She is a very active toddler that is always on the move…or climb. With a higher back I feel her bum stays in and all the nastiness can’t come out.

 

As for the rest of the diaper, it has all the same great features Lil Helper promises.

Each diaper comes with 2 inserts that attach to the diaper cover with snaps. There are two reasons I love this feature so much. First because the chore of “stuffing” cloth diapers is eliminated. Snapping inserts in a diaper is very quick and self explanatory. I have no worries if the insert is wrinkled or if wiggly baby girl is going to displace the insert and have a mega leak. Secondly, laundry is so much easier. I don’t have to fear reaching into the dark pee filled diaper cave to separate diaper from insert.

Oh and my favorite reason (which I guess makes 3 reasons)…

My husband voluntarily does diaper laundry, and I let him! He has a strong distaste for pulling out inserts and I have a mini panic micromanaging attack every time he tries to help stuff diapers. Since Lil Helper is so user friendly he happily unsnaps diapers for washing and perfectly assembles diapers for wearing.

Day made!

Lil Helper has a variety of diaper inserts that meet the needs of your cloth diapering preferences. And of course, all their inserts are interchangeable with Lil Helper’s adorable diaper shells. From bright solid colors, to playful graphic prints, you are sure to find a style to match your little fashionista.

Cloth Wipes

Now I have to admit I am still working on my reusable cloth wipe game. I go back and forth on whether or not I’m sold on the idea. Lil Helpers sells a 4 pack of two layer bamboo cotton/micro-fleece wipes. They are made with same great quality and materials as their diapers. I loved the size and absorbency of the wipes and was especially impressed with how soft they’ve stayed after multiple washes. The super soft wipes are so gentle on baby’s bums and have multiple uses. I’ve used them for wiping noses, bath time, and sticky hand clean up. The affordable pack of 4 would make an excellent gift for any mama whether they cloth wipe or not.

 

Reversible Bandana Bibs

A new addition to Lil Helper’s collection is bandana bibs! If you have a baby then you definitely have drool problems. With three gender neutral prints, these adjustable bibs are perfect for any baby, or dog!

I have also been a big user on baby bandanas because they keep my little one fashionable while still fulfilling their purposes. In the winter bandanas are a great layer of warmth and protection where a coat might not cover.

A waterproof layer is sewed in-between the printed cotton and micro-fleece, keeping kids dry all day. I especially liked the soft micro-fleece option when my kids are sick. As gross as it may sound, I’ve caught a lot of snot with the fleece side. It is soft on their skin and easily assessable. As moms know, there is about a two second gap between a runny nose and kids doing something disgusting with their snot!

 

During that wonderful stage when babies leave their mouth open and the drool pours out by the gallon (how can one child hold that much liquid!?) bandana bibs save laundry and the hassle of changing shirts. They are also great during teething when again it seems like the drool is never ending.

 

Bamboo Change Mat

Another great addition to the Lil Helper collection is their organic Bamboo Change Mats. If you enjoy Lil Helper diapers then you will also love their bamboo change mat. It’s huge area of 86cm X 91cm can be used in a crib or spread out on a toddler’s bed.

Made with only the best fabric, this mat is pesticide, bleach, BPA, leads and heavy metal free. The medical grade waterproof material sandwiched between the layers of bamboo absorbs 10 time its weight in water. The bamboo/cotton on both sides is organic and provides soft cushioning.

We’ve used this mat for multiple uses such as a play mat, sleeping area, a cushion, and a protective layer in a hard travel crib before we got our and pack n play mattress. We also used it to protect my couch when my son had the flu.

For easy cleaning pop this pre-washed mat in the washer and even finish off in the dryer! This multi-use Bamboo Mat is an essential for bed time, diaper changes, and on the go.

So wether you are a cloth diapering expert or looking for the perfect baby accessories, I highly encourage you to check out Lil Helpers high quality products. Their witty website will have you laughing while also providing you with any answer or resource needed for fluff love mamas!

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Possibilities with Photowall

Do any of you have that blank wall that you can’t stop staring at?

Does it drive you crazy every time you are in the room?

Just screaming at your to “DO SOMETHING!”

Maybe you are like me and the stress to figure out what to do with the giant blank canvas is greater than the actual blankness of the wall.

In my house, my decorating kryptonite was in my daughters room. A giant blank wall behind her crib.

When I found out we were having a girl I was ecstatic for all things girlie! To make matters worse, we wouldn’t be moving into our home until she was 7 months old. So I had 9 months of pregnancy plus 7 months of baby to dream up the perfect girl room. I Pinterested my little heart out until I had a divine plan for a vintage eclectic room.

Once we finally settled in and the common areas were completed, I started working on the kids’ rooms. The first thing to do was to make sure that the base colour was there and so I used a company similar to Lenny Martin painting to come and freshen up all of the walls. After that, I searched garage sales, vintage shops, DIYed, and raided my families’ belongings until I had the perfect amount of trinkets to fill her shelves.

I loved the final look…except for one wall. Of course this was the wall I looked at every single time I nursed my daughter. Multiple times a day I would sit there dreaming up ideas for this blank canvas.

The wall behind her crib was huge and like I said, it was by her crib. I didn’t want anything to be in arms reach that she could potentially rip off and destroy. I played with the idea of painting her name on the wall but never did. I remember one of my friends suggested that I look into getting a Neon Sign with her name on it. That would have looked really nice on the wall, and it could’ve provided some extra light in the room. Whilst we didn’t end up getting one of those signs, I am still thinking of getting one for the living room or another room in the house.

I was cautious about buying anything with her name on, just in case.


What if we have another girl and I have to paint another name?

What if we eventually have bunk bed and I have to repaint the whole wall?

What if…

What if we wallpaper it?

I had finally found my solution when I came across Photowall.

Who is Photowall

Photowall is a Swedish company with an eye for design. They produce high quality murals and canvas prints that are environmentally friendly and fire retardant. Their prints do not fade in sunlights and are selected with care.

The options for decorating are limitless. Photowall has a collection of over 3,000 motifs from more than 70 designers around the world. And if you seriously can’t find what you are looking for, Photowall has the tools to turn your digital image into the perfect wall decor.

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Finding the Perfect Print

3,000 does sounds overwhelming and at first I didn’t know how I would choose. Luckily Photowall has a variety of ways to dwindle down the options. You can search by category that include choices like animals, children, landscapes, and maps. This is actually how I found my daughter’s print. Since her room was vintage theme I clicked “vintage” and my choice was right in front of me.

You can search by which room you are looking to spice up whether it be your office, hallway, bedroom, nursery, or more. I actually spent a lot of time under the kitchen category day dreaming of a sharp graphic print of tea pots on my wall. The colors matched my kitchen perfectly! Maybe next time right?

Speaking of colors, you can also search by colors. I loved this option because if definitely helps you stay focused on your vision while giving you a variety of styles and designs.

Lastly, if you are a sophisticated art lover or admire a particular artist’s work, you can search by designer. Artists from around the globe have contributed to Photowall’s beautifully crafted collection. Each artist’s unique style is showcased in their collection and Photowall lists how many products each artist has on their site. I think this particularly helpful if you are decorating a whole house. By choosing one artist you can keep a unity and smooth flow through the walls of your home.

Ordering

When the hard part is over and you’ve chosen your favorite print, ordering is simple.

First the choice of wallpaper or canvas needs to be made. We chose wallpaper for baby girl’s room since I didn’t want anything loose on the wall.

Next we typed in the dimensions of our wall. If you are getting a canvas, you can choose the size you want, while wallpaper size influenced by the size of the wall. I enjoyed having the options to keep the original proportions to sustain the art’s integrity, however in the end I needed to use the width and height of our wall. I was then able to crop the image according to our walls proportions.

For canvas prints their is an option of ordering just the canvas or adding on a DIY frame. In addition, there are three options for the edging.

For wallpaper, you must choose the material; standard or premium. Photowall immediately calculates the price per square meter so you can compare prices.

Then for an additional $20 you can add on a wallpaper kit! I was seriously so excited to have this luxury. I know myself, and if I would have had to go to Home Depot to buy whatever I “thought” was wallpapering supplies I would have been in trouble. I probably would have procrastinated for a few months and then eventually bought the wrong tools. This way it was all delivered together and I could get started right away.

As an added bonus shipping was free and through DHL. I received text alerts when my package was coming and it arrived in great condition.

Installment

So I have to be honest here and say I did not do the installing! My kids and I were out of town visiting my grandmother while my husband was left at home to work. I really weighed the options and knew that if the kids were home it would be a disastrous task.

Kids + Glue + Paper…..um no thank you. It did make me think about going back and looking at some of the 3D Wall Panels that could look good on some of the other walls that are seemingly a little blank now compared to the big rose flower wall! This way her room has a little more personality to it, and I can also join in on the decoration installation!

Originally I had planned for my husband and brother-in-law to tackle the task together. My husband is not handy in the least bit nor does he have an eye for perfection. However, my brother-in-law completely redid his home so I figured he could be a big help.

Still not sure of all the details, but I called my husband while on vacation and he was ALONE in my daughter’s room hanging the wallpaper.

I panicked.

I begged him to stop but he told me he had it handled, and besides the glue was already made. He also told me he was learning from his mistakes.

Yikes!

So first thing I did when I got home was run to my daughter’s room. To my surprise he did really well! There is one good wrinkle on the first panel; obviously this was his ‘learning from his mistakes.” Luckily the wrinkle is towards the floor and covered by the crib.

So although I did not experience the hanging of our wall mural, I would have to say it is pretty easy! If my non handy hubby can do it alone, I think just about anyone can do it perfectly with two people.


Overall I have to say we had a delightful experience with Photowall! I loved the unlimited options while still having the tools to narrow down my search. In the end our Photowall mural completed my daughter’s room and cured my blank wall stress. My designer brain has already started to pinpoint new walls in our home that could use a little sophistication with the help of Photowall.

What are you excited to decorate?

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Messmatz Giveaway

 

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Ice Ice Baby Giveaway Hop

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Topknot Twirl

There is something beautiful about minimalist design that catches your eye and draws you near. Simplicity lets your mind wonder and create like it was designed to do. I truly believe the same rings true for children’s toys. Young minds that are making daily discoveries and forming new ideas are drawn to opportunities to create. Almost every parent experiences this when their child plays with the box longer than the toy. Open ended toys that reflect a child’s environment allows creative exploration, and the child can create a purpose for the toy and use it as they wish.

For my daughter, I was searching for a timeless simple rag doll that could be loved for many years. My hope was to find a doll that inspired play while doubling as decor in her vintage eclectic room. I was soon delighted to find an old friend from China opening her very own doll shop Topknot Twirl.

Lauren, the creator of Topknot Twirl, is a kindred spirit that brings out the beauty in the simple. She began making dolls as a traditional birthday gift for her daughters and soon expanded into making dolls for their play group. Lauren delighted in designing each doll with a different look and set out to reach a bigger market. In the winter of 2017, after moving to back to America, Topknot Twirl was launched.

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Each doll is made to order with 5 customizable features. Custom ordering is made easy through her Etsy page and detailed instructions. I loved there was a variety of choices to make a unique custom doll, yet I wasn’t overwhelmed. Picking a doll to match my daughter’s look was simple. However, I will say the fabric choices were all adorably eye catching and I had to get a few opinions to make a final choice.

dress print

skin color

hair color

bang style

hair placement

Our new little friend was delivered in style with attention to every detail. I loved seeing my daughter’s name on the package and felt as if her creator was thinking about her with every stitch. Before her doll was even opened our excitement was pouring over the delivery cuteness.

Whether it was intended or not, I even used the tag ribbons as extra bows for the doll’s hair.

Every detail of our Topknot Twirl custom doll was perfect and just they way I had ordered.

The details were simple yet had an elegant high fashion flare. I appreciated the strong craftsmanship while still being able to tell it was handmade with integrity.

I instantly loved how large our doll looked in my daughter’s arms. I thought it would have been a great milestone doll during her first 12 month pictures.

My daughter snuggled into the soft flexible fabric. She was able to easily carry her lightweight doll around with its slim graspable limbs.

Her doll was clothed in a miniature twirl dress with a fashionable criss cross back. We loved the skirt was removable for dressing and undressing.

I ordered her doll with double high buns and side sleek bangs, but was excited to find out her hair could be styled.

I enjoyed giving her similar pigtail braids I use to rock as a child. The joy about felt doll hair is low maintenance. No tangled rat nests or balding, just simple easy to manage felt strips.

 

Lauren continues to work hard in making innovations to her dolls and and meeting the needs of her customers. Since the time she has opened she has already added three new additions to her Etsy shop.

Each girl doll now has a felt floral headband accessory. It’s the perfect little accent piece that adds pizzazz and play during dress up.

Dolls can now be personalized with an embroidered name added.

And my favorite, custom boy dolls! Let those little boys join in on the role playing and have their own boy doll. After seeing my son nurture my daughter’s baby dolls, I think he would love having a doll that he can relate to.

All of the Topknot Twirl dolls are handmade by Lauren, so top quality is always delivered. We had such a great experience working with Topknot Twirl and especially loved supporting another small shop, in particular, a Stay at home mom business that is following their dreams.

If you are looking for a quality custom doll that makes play open ended, while also bringing elegance and style to your home, check out TopKnotTwirl!

Fuel Your Holiday Giveaway

It’s Holiday time which means we are all probably not making the best dietary choices. That’s why I’m here to tell you about B.O.S.S Food Co. This amazing company was started by Andrea Spirov. Her story is similar to most of ours, she found herself in a personal wellness rut. Like so many of us, she’d been living a life where taking care of herself wasn’t a priority. Instead, she was living as an expat overseas and exploring the globe fast and furiously. She realized she was always tired, stressed, and struggling with infertility. That’s when she embarked on a quest to fix her health. In less than 18 months, she underwent a complete transformation. There was no magic pill or surgery. Rather, she relied on exploration, research, and good old determination. Most of her changes were made with the basics in mind: “I changed my diet, my lifestyle, and my circumstances.” After exploring various food combinations, she came up with a super bar that not only tastes delicious but the combinations are actually designed to bring out the functional benefits of the ingredients.

In 2015, The B.O.S.S. Food Company® was born in a tiny kitchen. However, in Houston, people know food – people love food! They also have a passion for bringing ideas to life and to help others persist in the face of adversity. Drawing on the energy of the city, she expanded to farmers’ markets and local retailers, and now makes them out of a dedicated facility.

B.O.S.S. bars® fit seamlessly into busy lifestyles, as easily as iPhones and Uber. They filled up their customers and fueled their days. And the bars tasted good! Their secret is simple. Literally, that’s the answer “simple.” Simple ingredients for extraordinary taste.

B.O.S.S. Bars® are a trusted alternative to other bars and snacks. If you need to MOVE®, THINK®, SMILE®, RESTORE®, and/or DAZZLE™, they are here to help your hunger. They are here to help you soar.

Each bar has a different nutritional focus, which you might notice in their names. Want a great post-workout recovery snack? Time to MOVE®! Afternoon slump or down in the dumps? Pack in some protein and the tryptophan-rich ingredients in our SMILE® bar so you can do just that.

Each B.O.S.S. Bars is :

  • Functional SUPERFOOD bars with individualized benefits
  • Only 8 ingredients per bar
  • Filling, rich, nutrient dense
  • Raw, Low Glycemic + Vegan Options
  • Unique flavors and ingredients NOT FOUND IN ANY OTHER BAR

These bars are ready to fuel your life, to help you get to where you need to get this holiday season while doing it in a healthy manner!

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Now for the best part! B.O.S.S. bars® wants to reward you this Holiday season by checking them out online! Best of all one lucky reader will win a $100 Amazon Gift card to fuel their wallet! To enter head below for your chance to win. Giveaway is open to US & CAN and ends on 12/17 at 11:59pm EST.Must be 18+ to enter. By Entering this Giveaway, You are giving Permission to join B.O.S.S. bars® Email List. Good luck!

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Get Organized with Baby Tooshy

With two kids, one in diapers and one potty training, I have a lot of random supplies I need throughout the day. From diapers, to nail clippers, extra clothes, to wipes, I wanted to keep supplies at hand to limit time unattended kids. For a while I was just storing supplies under my coffee table. It was messy, the kids got into it, and I was alway straightening up piles. Without a specific place for supplies in our family room, a lot of things got lost or “lost” to my husband at least.

Then the Baby Tooshy Diaper Caddy entered my house, and just like that we got organized.

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The Baby Tooshy Caddy is a practical addition to any baby home. It neatly organizes every thing you need for daily life with littles. The strong, sturdy built was actually way more durable than I expected. The walls are thick and strong like cardboard covered by easy to clean canvas. The 9 pockets are flexible and secure and keep things in place, even on the move.

With two strong handles the Baby Tooshy Caddy can follow you around the house, or on the go. It is perfect for taking from room to room especially when  trying to avoid leaving that sneaky toddler unattended. It can even make traveling more organized by holding activities and snacks, the diaper stash, or even emergency medical supplies.

The large size comfortably holds a variety of supplies. If you are completely filling with diapers, the Caddy can hold at least 60 size 5 disposable diapers, full size wipes, and other small essentials. That is an estimated of  1 week of supplies.

With two kids in different stages of life, my needs are vast. I loved the ability to fit a variety of cloth diapers, pull ups, reusable diapers, and underwear. Everything for my new house, which I was able to finance after reading this article: How Much House Can I Afford?

For those hundreds of diaper changes I do a day, I added the other diaper changing necessities; a large box of wipes and a changing mat.

With 8 full length pockets, baby sized supplies stay organized and easy to find.

Our tube of diaper cream and hand wipes fit snugly without a problem. I also added nail supplies and a thermometer since they always seem MIA when needed most.

Truly the list could go on of supplies you could store. The Baby Tooshy Caddy is versatile and timeless in organizing supplies for your family.

Stay organized by checking out the durable and strong Baby Tooshy Caddy. It is sure to find a perfect fit in your home as you fit your home inside its easy to clean and secure frame.

OXO Air Stroller Giveaway

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OXO: OXO makes 1,000+ products covering numerous areas of the home. There big philosophy is Universal Design; basically, creating products that almost anyone can use. OXO tot brand was inspired after a baby boom in the office. When their employees faced parent pet peeves firsthand, they decided to start problem solving. OXO tot line covers a number of products such as feeding, seating, and on-the go for your littles one.

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Gifts for Babies – The Best Holiday Gifts for Babies

Hape Toys

Spark your little ones’ imaginations with high quality toys from Hape! This award winning toy company believes play is in the DNA of every child and just needs to be awaken. Hape toys are strategically designed to bring fun into learning and help develop and refine your child’s skills during each milestone. They are the world’s largest producer of wooden toys designing first and foremost for children; no matter their culture or language. With responsible business practices, Hape strives to leave this world in better condition than when they received it. With hundreds of toys, and new toys being designed each year, Hape has something for newborns to the kid at heart. While Hape is essential for babies to trigger their development, these toys may be a good idea to purchase after the birth of your baby. While you’re still in your pregnancy days, you need to think about buying the necessities. If a loved one is insistent on getting a gift for your newborn, perhaps refer them to Harcourt Health’s website on baby essentials, where they can learn more about what you need for your baby. Once you’re prepared for birth, it’s time to explore the magical world of Hape toys! After all, without toys, your children will not gain the basic cognitive and physical skills they need for the future. These skills can be impacted by many factors…in fact, many new parents have concerns with making sure that their child is getting enough sleep to ensure normal growth and learning processes. Sometimes the environment they sleep in can have a detrimental effect, such as a busy road outside. Fortunately, soundproofpanda.com offer a solution to this. The quality of sleep is so important and will give them the energy to play and enjoy the world that is so new to them. Furthermore, buying gifts and toys for children can often seem tricky. There is so much choice it can be difficult to know where to begin. However, one of my friends recently recommended www.babycro.com to me. On the Babycro website, you can find a huge choice of baby product reviews. Above all, reading reviews online can help you to find out what other people are saying about popular products so that you can decide whether or not a product is worth the hype. Now, let us discover my pick of gifts for babies.

Learning to walk has never been so fun than with the Classical Bus T1 Walker. This Classical Volkswagen has a bright stylish look and sleek design. For new walkers the handrail in a vertical position acts as a support, while the no skid wheels keep thing slow and controlled. When the handrail is adjusted to the lower position toddlers can use the Classical Bus walker as a toy carrier. The wide wood basket is roomy for toy storage or for any imaginative game. The sturdy wood design and construction will keep this toy lasting for years to come as it grows with your kids and their imagination. Hape toys are made to exceed North American toy standards with non-toxic, quality, and child-friendly materials.

Three aquatic animal rattles make the perfect playful set for that busy baby in your life. With bright stimulating colors and a mix of plastic and wood, these rattles are eye catching and stimulating. Each creature includes a rattle or plays music for a multi sensory experience. For mom’s sanity, suction cups on the bottom keep toys securely in place. They are great on high chairs in the kitchen, stroller tray tables, or even on the car window for travel. Made from durable wood and BPA free plastic, and finished with non-toxic paint, all Hape toys are 100% kid friendly and safe.

Hape’s Tito Wood Pull Along Toy is a walking toy that is versatile and durable. As a pull toy, walkers will love their turtle friend trailing behind their little steps as they pull his long green string. Tito’s shell rotates as he leisurely moves on his rubber lined wheels. What makes Tito so unique from other pull along toys is his transparent water filled shell. Watch as water swirls and waves with each movement of Tito’s detachable shell. Pull toys encourage growth in developing fine motor and strength skills, while learning about cause and effect. As always, Hape meets or exceeds all applicable safety standards in North America and follows eco-friendly business practices.

The Ollie World

Every baby loves to be swaddled, right? The Ollie World neuro-developmental swaddle was first created to help a foster baby who was on the verge of being labeled as ‘failure to thrive’. After being used on the baby dramatic changes were observed – better sleep, better eating, and weight gain. Created with the guidance of a pediatric neuro-developmental psychologist, the swaddle moves with baby, keeps baby cool, and comforted. The Ollie swaddle is set apart from the other swaddles on the market because of the many therapeutic and developmental benefits that it creates. Moisture wicking threads that are interwoven into the fabric help reduce overheating. There is no need to un-swaddle baby for diaper changes because the opening at the bottom of the swaddle. A one size fits all philosophy is perfect for growing babies and your wallet!

Binxy Baby

Shopping with a baby is no easy task, but with the Binxy Baby hammock it’s totally doable and easy! The baby hammock clips to either side of the shopping cart and hangs elevated leaving the cart basket open for groceries. Easily lay your baby in the hammock while shopping or strap the infant carrier into the hammock for an even easier car to cart transfer. To get your baby even more relaxed then they already are, you could look into finding something like the best baby bottles on the market, as they have recently transitioned from breastfeeding to bottles. Your may want to reward your baby with something to reward this change. Binxy Baby shopping hammock comes in multiple print options that are so adorable! The hammock holds up to 50 pounds and can be used for newborns until baby can sit up independently. It folds up small and can fit into your diaper bag easily, or you can keep it in the car! This hammock is the perfect gift for Christmas or even a baby shower!

Simplay3 Elly Coupe

The classic coupe car just got more stylish with Simplay3. Simplay3 is an innovative toy company in the plastics industry. Their mission is to inspire children to play using their imagination with the freedom from batteries and cartoon characters. The Elly Coupe is nothing less than adorable with a creative elephant theme that is cozy and safe. The spacious arching roof gives more room while providing extra protection. Toddlers can travel with the classic foot-to-floor gap and easy turn wheels. A rear storage area allows your little ones to bring along any needed supplies for their exciting adventures. Elly Coupe is an award winner for the Toy Insider Top Holiday Toy and they are selling out fast on Amazon. Be sure to check out the rest of Simaply3’s innovative toys and home goods.

What da Fluff

Cloth diapering can be stressful and sometimes fill you with doubt. What da Fluff is just the right monthly encouragement for all those fluff moms. What da Fluff is a family owned and operated company. They are dedicated to bringing cloth diaper families quality and affordable products. What da Fluff fully believes in cloth diapering and passionate about helping fluff families. Each month What da Fluff provides a fun quality box with new and exciting products. Brand, styles, prints, and materials may differ month to month but a box will always include at least one diaper. The rest of the box is an exciting surprise. This allows trying out new products without the risk of breaking the bank while trying out new potential favorites. What da Fluff has a number of monthly subscriptions for as low as $10 a month. Nothing is cuter than a baby in just fluff and a shirt, so spread the love with a cloth diaper subscription.

ergoPouch

Oh you have a baby, know a baby, seen a baby? Then you’ve probably discussed their sleeping habits! A full nights rest free of worry seems like only a dream to most moms. ergoPouch is an award winning manufacturer of organic sleep products that are specifically designed for better night’s sleep. They’ve engineered a wide range of bags including swaddles, sleeping bags, sleep suits, and ergoArms; covering ages newborn to 36months. The ergoPouch Sleep Suit Bag is one of their most innovative pouches as it converts from a sleep bag to a sleep suit with legs using zippers. Their products are ergonomically designed for optional hip development, and have been recognized as a hip-healthy product. Natural breathable fibres such as organic cotton, bamboo and merino are used in the making of their pouches. An added bonus is the fashion forward adorable prints! ergoPouch loves sleep and is backing you up with moms just like you.

MAM Baby

Looking for some practical gifts for a baby you know? Check out MAM. Their wide range of products include: pacifiers, baby bottles, cups, teethers, oral care, and coordinating accessories. Since 1976, MAM has been committed to creating products that support the individual development of each child. Their products are innovative, medically functional, and hold a contemporary design. All MAM products are free of BPA, BPS, lead, and phthalates. This gives parents some peace and comfort; knowing their kids are using safe products. So whether you’re shopping for a newborn or a three year old, MAM has something for each!

B. Box

B. Box has a passion for creating fun and functional baby essentials. They want to make the lives of parents a little bit easier with their products. Can I get an amen! The practicality of their products is what sets them apart, but they also love adding fun to all the functional items they create. This Australian based company started with the diaper wallet and has continued to grow to 15 products sold in 750 stores Australia-wide and in 22 countries. Their new smock bibs are perfect for messy eating kiddos (so every kid..). It can even be used as an art smock once baby is a cleaner eater. The bib conveniently folds into its own pouch and is perfect for travel! Check out B. Box and their FUNctional, innovative products that are perfect for any kid.

Nested Bean

The Nested Bean brand was created by a mom who spent many nights holding her baby so he could sleep. Chest pressure was the only thing that would allow that little kiddo to fall asleep and stay sleep. After using a beanie baby one night out of desperation, the idea was formed. The products were created to imitate the pressure of a parents hand on baby’s chest – no more sleepless nights for baby or parents! Nested Bean products Adjustable shoulder tabs create the perfect fit while giving baby room to grow and the two-way zipper allows quick, easy diaper changes. Nested Bean offers sleep sacks and sleep swaddles – depending on the age/size of your child. Offering products made with cotton or bamboo allows you to choose the weight of the sleeper. You choose what is best for the kiddo. Winter sleeper, moisture wicking material (made from bamboo), or year round comfort. These products are made to last and will last much longer than your traditional sleep sack. Nested Bean is the most bang for your buck when it comes to sleep sacks and swaddles. Be sure to check out their brand new all white sleeper that was just released October 31!

Baby Comfy

We all need the essential baby gear, whether we’re first time parents or fourth time parents. Some things you just can’t live without once a baby is in the house. That is what inspired the creators of Baby Comfy. Two parents looking to meet their families needs that other companies just hadn’t done yet. They took matters into their own hands. Baby Comfy offers products from nasal aspirators, teething necklaces, nursing covers, nail clippers, and more! Winter is the prime time for sickness so why not give kiddos (or their parents) the gift of relief this winter with some Baby Comfy products. They make it really easy to purchase by offering a kit with four essential items: clippers, nasal aspirator, hydrator, and teether!

Tumzee

Tummy time is a very important activities for kiddos and their development; a recommended 30 minutes a day to be exact. This develops fine and gross motor skills and helps develop the muscles that are used for reaching, sitting up, and crawling. The Tumzee allows for easy toy engagement because of the unique incline. Safety features include a “T” support that keeps babies from sliding backwards, raised sides to keep babies from rolling off, and a safety strap. The Tumzee’s soft, firm design keeps baby comfy but also fully supported. It is made of polypropylene and is BPA and phthalate free. This is such a unique gift to give any baby and is the only product on the market that offers the stability and support your child needs to stay safe.

Baby Shusher

Sound machines are lifesavers in a home with babies. But for the creators of the Baby Shusher, an average sound machine wasn’t working for their child. Shushing DID work though. Why? This sound is familiar and calming to babies because it’s what they listened to for nine months while in the womb-blood and fluid moving around. The shusher is a small, portable sound machine that can be taken anywhere. Use it in the car seat, stroller, at the grocery store or at grandmas house; the options are endless because of the compact size. Features of volume control and timer options allow you to be in complete control. Give the gift of sleep for baby and peace and quite for parents with the Baby Shusher. Also available are swaddle blankets and shushies (pacifiers).

Pure Spoon

We all love to eat, am I right?! Go ahead and give the gift of food this Christmas; baby and their parents will thank you! Pure Spoon creates 100% fresh, certified organic, cold pressed, hand made baby puree that is delivered to your door cold! Wow, what a dream! Using the process of high pressure pasteurization, the nutrients, vitamins, and real taste is kept in the baby food. The purees are packaged in 100% transparent, recyclable cups so you know and can see the food. Buying the purees is easy. Go to the Pure Spoon website and choose from packages they offer or buy them individually. That’s all! Then the [cold] package will be shipped right to your door! You can even subscribe and save 10% off the retail price! The purees are not only good for babies, but kids, teens, parents, and grandparents too!

Malarkey Kids

Teething babies are no fun, no fun at all. That’s why the Munch Mitt is the perfect teether. The mitt easily fits on baby’s hand and has an adjustable strap to secure it. It’s the perfect solution to preventing the constant dropping of teething toys. The textured, flexible silicone surface provides soothing teething relief. BPA and phthalate-free silicone and soft, breathable, water resistant fabric meets all federal safety requirements. Made with black and white fabric and bright colors, the mitt will keep baby entertained. The munch mitt is designed for babies 3 months – 12 months and its suggested wear is from 3 months – 8 months. Be sure to check out their Buddy Bib’s too!

aden + anais

Muslin, simplicity, safety, and expression through style, that is what aden + anais believes in. Their products are breathable, soft, and durable, keeping baby comfy at all times. Rigorous testing is done on all their products ensuring complete safety for baby, which is what all parents want. aden + anais is known for their modern aesthetic and iconic prints; it’s who they are and it makes them unique to the baby industry. The products that aden + anais offer are necessities for any home with babies. Swaddles, blankets, bibs, crib sheets, clothing, bath towels, and even skin care; you will find something for each baby on your list this year. Be sure to check out their sleeping bags – perfect for the coming winter months.

Thirsties

Cloth diapers are nothing like they use to be. Thirsties is passionate about helping support cloth families while making cloth diapering easy and affordable. They pretty much sell every product you would ever need to do cloth diapering. You can choose between one size or fitted diapers. They also make a variety of styles; all in one, pocket, duo wrap, swim diapers, diaper covers and prefolds. And of course they have all the accessories from inserts, to wet bags, diaper cream, reusable wipes, and pail liners. Their mission is to provide the healthiest diapering option while focusing on keeping the environment healthy too. All their diapers are manufactured in the USA with the highest of quality. Their website has endless resources! If you are looking to start cloth they can help you calculate your savings and compare products to find the perfect diaper to start with. Thirsties is the one stop shop for cloth diapering in your home!

Bamboo Mat from Lil Helper

Lil Helpers makes quality, affordable, easy to use cloth diapers and a variety of accessories. In addition to their great customer service, Lil Helper started Baby Do Good; for every 3 diapers sold they give a new cloth diaper to a family in need. If you enjoy Lil Helper diapers then you will also love their bamboo change mat. It’s huge area of 86cm X 91cm can be folded and used in a crib or spread out on a toddler’s bed. Made with only the best fabric, this mat is pesticide, bleach, BPA, leads and heavy metal free. The medical grade waterproof material sandwiched between the layers of bamboo absorbs 10 time its weight in water. The bamboo/cotton on both sides is organic and provides soft cushioning. You can use this mat for multiple uses such as a play mat, sleeping area, or crib pad. For easy cleaning pop this pre-washed mat in the washer and even finish off in the dryer! This multi-use Bamboo Mat is an essential for bed time, diaper changes, and on the go.

BATZkids

Weekly, monthly, and yearly photo shoots with kiddos have become very popular over the years. Chelsie, the owner and creator of BATZkids, wanted a quick, easy way to make these photo shoots happen. After designing and creating a blanket for herself she got to work creating blankets for her family and friends. Now BATZkids is a growing and thriving company that is constantly creating new designs and styles. The BATZkids milestone blankets make the perfect background for your kid’s updates. Their adorable designs are just simple enough to dress up (if you want) or dress down. Not only do they make milestone blankets but they make pillow cases, crib sheets, swaddle blankets, and even pregnancy week tracker blankets! These products are seriously so adorable and perfect for moms, expecting moms, babies, and kids. The “My First” milestone blankets are great to give as Christmas gifts!! Use code: mamafox20 for 20%off!!

The Wishing Elephant

The Wishing Elephant is an adorable shop that creates unique and fun goods. Since 2010, they have been supplying little ones with attire, accessories, and dress up clothes. Some of their biggest features have been on BuzzFeed, Martha Steward Show, Rachel Ray Magazine, and CNN. The Wishing Elephant has a stylish but unique look that perfectly blends minimalism and fashion forward minutia. You can find onesies and crew necks with witty phrases ranging in sizes newborn to size 6. Little princesses can be accessorized in unique crowns, necklaces, and even beautiful durable fairy wings. And for the boys, The Wishing Elephant has playfully designed onesies and costumes to even get those macho men adoring the baby in the room. They currently have an adorable line of Christmas crewnecks and onesies. These cozy outfits are perfect for holiday gatherings because lets be honest, the itchy tulle dress and tight button down and tie only last the five minutes to take a picture. This way they can still be looking adorable when the dress up clothes are shed. So whether you are looking to have endless fun dressing your little squirt or stock the closet of your imaginative, ostentatious kids check out The Wishing Elephant.

SmitCo LLC – Bamboo Baby Bath Towel Set

We all need bath towels, even the baby. Included in the set is two 12×12 washcloths, one 35×35 bath towel, and an mesh bag for washing. The towel set is made strong with the double stitching that prevents pulling and allows them to last longer. Each of the washcloths feature a loop on a corner which is great to hang them up with after each use. This high quality, 100% bamboo set is hypoallergenic, anti-bacterial, all natural, AND organic! It is very safe for your little one and ultra delicate on their skin. The all white towel and washcloths make the set perfect for any newborn – girl or boy. This bamboo bath towel set is the perfect gift for a new baby, and the parents will thank you too!