hygiene

Bath time

We graduated from the baby tub to the big tub around 10months. She wouldn’t sit still. Make sure you have a sticky/ suction cup mat or nonslip inside the tub! Use a big cup to dump on their heads DO NOT use bath toys with a hole that fills with water. I didn’t take it …

hygiene

Dry skin?

no more dry skin or eczema! Earth Mama Face and all over balm Dr Bronners lip balm regular old coconut oil is a great option too Disclaimer: I do use affiliate links on this site meaning that if you purchase anything through my affiliate links I receive commission at no additional cost to you! 

hygiene

Potty Training

I thought it would be a fast process and it has been months! we stated at age 2. I wish we would have started a little before 2. Stickers (sticker chart) have worked great as a reward for my daughter. Sticker Books $10 for 6 pack High quality reusable Sticker book $16 I like this …

Travel

Stroller/ Travel System

Uppababy is the winner by far for me Worth every penny! Put it on the registry! I have the Uppa baby Vista 2, they have come out with the Vista 3 recently. Vista 3 $999 – It’s the same as the V2 basically I use it in the expanded mode for 2 kids one that …

Travel

Baby Carriers

You will want one for the first 6 months for sure after that it can vary. My girls liked to be on the ground and able to move. It was great for baby #2 for hands free care and easy to care for toddler. We did a lot of walks and trips to the park. …

Food and Drink

Cup Transition

Trying to ditch the botttles? I think 1st birthday is a great time for that! It gets harder as they get older! Plus most people switch to cows milk at 1. There is some degree of trial and error. I bought a few different cups with my first. We used a few transition nipple to …

Toys

Teething

It’s constant the first 1-2 years both my kids had 8 teeth by 1. My favorite teething toys! Nuby Turtle teether $8 Otter teether toy/ rattle banana teether Haakaa feeder/teether great for introducing foods safely, great for frozen milk! I used for allergens as well including shrimp. Disclaimers: I do use affiliate links on this …

Travel

Preparing for winter

Car Seat Cover $40 no need to battle the winter jacket. This car seat cover keeps them warm! Disclaimers: I do use affiliate links on this site meaning that if you purchase anything through my affiliate links I receive commission at no additional cost to you! Please follow manufacturer recommendations. I am not liable for …

Clothing

Staying Warm

Mittens great price and good quality, we know how quickly they get lost The best Winter sleep sack Kyte 2.5 tog $62 for house temp 61-68* Disclaimer: I do use affiliate links on this site meaning that if you purchase anything through my affiliate links I receive commission at no additional cost to you! Please …