Shopping with baby can be more of a chore than a pleasure. While you might be able to use a sling for a quick trip to the mall, an extended shopping trip probably requires a stroller. The next time you are frustrated at the inconvenience of maneouvering baby’s stroller through closely-spaced racks of clothes and the difficulty of finding a working elevator take a deep breath and try […]
How to Keep Baby’s Binky Within Reach
When your baby decides he’s hungry while you’re bagging your groceries in the supermarket checkout lane, he might need to wait a few minutes before you can feed him. But even five minutes can seem like hours- especially if you can’t find baby’s paci pronto! Baby Mwah recently received a Paci Pocket from Cry Babyz Boutique. This mom-invented product attaches […]
Contest Winners and A Special Coupon from Fill in the Blankie
Congrats to Sara from Utah who won a copy of The Rookie Moms Handbook, Christi from Virginia who won a copy of Unplugged Play and Jennifer from South Carolina who won a blanket from www.fillintheblankie.com. Our giveaway for an ultra personalized blanket from www.fillintheblankie.com generated so much interest that the company has agreed to offer a […]
A Modern Parents’ Guide to Maternity…and Paternity
While I was expecting Baby Mwah, I poured through dozens of pregnancy books. Worried that my husband wouldn’t feel included in the pregnancy, I highlighted interesting sections in the baby books for him to read. One of his complaints was that the books were all written entirely from a woman’s perspective. He wanted a short and sweet pregnancy book with good […]
You’ll Be the Belle of the Ball in this Hip Baby Carrier
Babywearing enables you to calm and comfort your baby without sacrificing freedom of movement or your sense of style. But the sheer number of babywearing options (wraps, pouch slings, ring slings, padded slings, backpack carriers, hip carriers, back carriers, front carriers, mei tais…and more) can be overwhelming. Babywearing-pro Mama Luxe adores her unpadded ring sling since it’s […]
This Toothbrush Has Three Lives
Sometimes it is the little things that matter. Parents are becoming more concerned about the chemicals that come in contact with their children and also with promoting eco-friendly values. One little toothbrush allows you to protect your children and help preserve the environment. Most importantly for something that your child will put in his mouth […]
Feel-Good Fashions Designed Especially For Hip Moms and Babies
Pre-baby, my wardrobe consisted of lots of stylish suits and other trendy, not-so-practical designer duds. Since my existing wardrobe was more business than casual, I found myself wearing the same old t-shirts over and over again after Baby Mwah’s birth. In search of some casual clothing that would make me feel fabulous rather than frumpy, […]
How to Teach Your Child Tolerance: Create a Global Bookshelf
Even though Baby Mwah is only a few months old, I’ve been pondering the best way to teach him tolerance and respect for other cultures as he grows. I know that one of the best ways is by modeling love and respect for others, but I also did some research about more ways to teach your […]
A Boon for Pottying
The Boon Potty Bench is a top potty pick for good reason. First, it is secure and stable. The last thing you want is for your toddler to take a tumble and swear off potties. Second, it is accessible and comfy. Because the potty is low to the ground with a gently curving wide seat, […]
Schedule A Free Eye Exam For Your Baby Today
You probably take your baby to the pediatrician for his shots and regular checkups, but did you think about scheduling an eye exam for your baby? Even though I am incredibly nearsighted, it hadn’t occurred to me to schedule an eye exam for Baby Mwah. But I received a press release today that caught my […]
