Here it is!
Our
Top Ten Baby Essentials
that every mama should have!
All products are ones we have personally had… and loved
{with the six children we have had between the two of us}!
These products are not only stylish…
but completely practical, affordable & great quality!
ONE // Ju-Ju-Be ‘Be Right Back’ Diaper Backpack
Ergonomic, Teflon-coated diaper bag with plenty of pockets
and a well-organized interior features adjustable straps
and a breathable mesh panel in back for comfort.
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This diaper bag was Nicole’s personal favorite… and she had many!
This one was super functional & easy to carry around!
TWO // Fisher-Price My Little Snugabunny Cradle ‘n Swing
This swing offers a comfortable, relaxing environment that will soothe your little one.
Featuring a soft head rest and airy canopy,
the swing stimulates the senses with a mirror globe,
a bird mobile that plays gentle tunes, and six speeds.
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Having a swing or bouncy seat is especially important if you plan to take a shower!
The perfect safe place to keep your baby in eye-sight
while getting a few things accomplished around the house!
THREE // Cloud B ‘Sleep Sheep’ Stuffed Animal
Cuddly stuffed sheep helps lull little ones to sleep by providing four soothing sounds:
a calming heartbeat, ocean waves, spring showers and tranquil whale songs.
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Finn actually still has the giraffe version of this stuffed animal in his crib.
He loves the sounds it makes as he drifts off to sleep!
The heartbeat is a favorite of newborns.
FOUR // Aden + Anais Bamboo Muslin Collection
For countless generations, mothers have swaddled and cared for their children with natural muslin.
aden + anais® has gone one step further to bring you soft,
silky rayon from bamboo fiber muslin.
Luxuriously soft, it is the ideal fabric to use on delicate baby skin.
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Both Nicole & I have swaddled our last babies using these wonderfully soft & versatile blankets.
Perfect to drape over a stroller to shade from the sun,
to use to cover-up when nursing,
or as a personal favorite cuddly blanket
{Finn’s favorite — to this day… he can’t go to sleep without one}!
FIVE // Ergobaby Carrier
An exclusive Petunia Pickle Bottom pattern updates a convenient,
ergonomically designed baby carrier that can be worn in front, back or hip position.
Strategic padding ensures comfort for both you and baby,
and a stowaway sleeping hood protects your slumbering little one from sun and light rain.
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We have both had many different baby carriers, from slings, to wraps, to this!
The Ergobaby Carrier is our favorite!
By far… the most comforable on your shoulders and neck.
It comes in many different colors and patterns
{Finn — who is nearly two, still fits comfortably}!
SIX // Boon Flair Pedestal Highchair
No cracks. No crevices.
This one-piece seat is the sleekest, smoothest thing going and it makes cleanup unbelievably easy.
Its dishwasher-safe tray cover actually fits in a dishwasher.
The continuous height positioning with pneumatic lift
is just a fancy way of saying you can pick the exact height you want to fit any table.
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Holy Moly!
I personally, have been through quite a few highchairs with our four children!
Most have fabric and many spaces for food and liquid to seep in.
This highchair from BOON is amazing!
It is so easy to clean, and I LOVE how modern it looks,
especially in comparison to others on the market!
SEVEN // BOB Revolution SE Stroller
BOB Revolution SE is a great stroller for active parents!
It has great stability and is lightweight, making it easy to push.
The stroller has an ultra padded, adjustable reclining seat and a five-point safety harness
to provide maximum comfort and safety for kids.
A swiveling front wheel provides great performance on the road.
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You can also purchase an infant car-seat adaptor
making this our all-around favorite stroller lasting from infancy through toddlerhood!
You can honestly buy this one stroller and be DONE!
{they make a great double, as well}!
It’s a fantastic investment!
EIGHT // bumGenius 4.0 All-in-one Cloth Diapers
bumGenius One-Size Cloth Diapers fit most babies from 7 to 35+ pounds.
No more sorting by size or having to carry multiple diapers when going out.
Three snap-downs on the front of the diaper allow you to
easily adjust the size of the diaper as your baby grows.
The soft, waterproof outer fabric keeps the diaper trim on your newborn and toddler.
Soft, sueded inner fabric gently wicks moisture away from your baby’s skin.
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I know that most of you have probably never thought to cloth diaper,
I assure you…
that I didn’t either with my oldest two boys.
I decided to cloth diaper Sophia for economical reasons,
for the benefits to her, and to our lovely planet.
I did so for about a year and was also able to re-use them on Finn for several months!
{Click Here to Learn More About the Amazing Benefits of Cloth Diapering}
It’s worth considering and doing a little research!
Please let me know if you have any questions about my experience!
NINE // Sophie the Giraffe Teething Toy
Sight: The dark and contrasting spots all over Sophie the Giraffe’s body
provide visual stimulation and make her easily recognizable to baby.
She soon becomes a familiar and reassuring object.
Hearing: Her squeaker keeps baby amused and stimulates his hearings.
Taste: Sophie the Giraffe is very flexible and has lots of parts for baby to chew like ears, horns, legs.
She is perfect for soothing baby’s sore gum when teething and is completely safe.
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Every baby needs a good quality teething toy, since everything ends up in their mouths!
This is one of Nicole’s favorites!
TEN // Lansinoh HPA Lanolin
For breastfeeding mamas,
this is the leading product in its category.
It soothes, heals and protects sore cracked nipples.
It is the only topical nipple cream endorsed in the US by La Leche League International,
which is considered the foremost experts on breastfeeding.
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This is the only product that truly worked when starting to nurse!
A must-have product… for sure!
Note: it also works on chapped lips, cracked heels & dry skin!
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Nicole & I hope that this list helps!
It was super difficult to narrow our favorites to 10,
because we honestly have so many!
We would LOVE for you to share with our readers some of your
“must haves”
in our comment section!
We can’t wait to hear about your all time favorite baby products!
