As promised,
Part 2 of our First Year Favorites
"The Later Months"
See "Part 1: Newborn" here.
These are things that you wont need when your babe-o's a newborn but will definitely come in handy when they get a little older.
Hyland's Teething Tablets
Part 2 of our First Year Favorites
"The Later Months"
See "Part 1: Newborn" here.
These are things that you wont need when your babe-o's a newborn but will definitely come in handy when they get a little older.
Hyland's Teething Tablets
Teething is fucking miserable. See my post here.
These are homeopathic tablets of magic.
Buy several bottles and stash them around the house. Calvin not only enjoys eating them, he likes to use the little bottles as maracas.
These are homeopathic tablets of magic.
Buy several bottles and stash them around the house. Calvin not only enjoys eating them, he likes to use the little bottles as maracas.
This was Calvin's Christmas present from Santa. He really didn't start using it until he was around 5 months old (they have to be able to touch the ground) but once we got him in there he was a jumping machine! He loved looking at all the different toys, and the lights and music (which thankfully can be switched off) kept him pretty captivated.
We don't use it as much now that he's mobile, he gets frustrated being kept in one spot. But when I need to contain him for a few minutes so I can get something done, the Jumperoo is my go-to gadget.
We don't use it as much now that he's mobile, he gets frustrated being kept in one spot. But when I need to contain him for a few minutes so I can get something done, the Jumperoo is my go-to gadget.
We have the 2G carrier which I got heavily discounted when they were discontinued. But, alas, they don't even sell that model anymore but the 4G is probably even better.
I really wanted a structured carrier for when Calvin had a little more stability in his neck
The Boba is awesome. Wear it in the front, wear it in the back, it was literally designed by mountain climbers!
Those people know harnesses. Seriously.
All I know, is that Calvin is super comfy in it and it stays in the car so I always have it with me. It's super convenient for quick trips into a store and going anywhere that a stroller might be too cumbersome.
I really wanted a structured carrier for when Calvin had a little more stability in his neck
The Boba is awesome. Wear it in the front, wear it in the back, it was literally designed by mountain climbers!
Those people know harnesses. Seriously.
All I know, is that Calvin is super comfy in it and it stays in the car so I always have it with me. It's super convenient for quick trips into a store and going anywhere that a stroller might be too cumbersome.
BOB Revolution CE Stroller
This link will take you to the new version of the one we have. I know this bad boy is bit spendy. My dad works at REI and got a screaming deal at the "ding and dent sale" on a 2010 model that was practically brand new but he thinks "may have fallen off someones roof rack"...Whatever. All I know, is that he fixed whatever was broken and IT'S AMAZING!!!!
We've taken it on jogs, through grass and even on a beach through the sand! It pushes like a dream and turns on a dime. If there's any chance we might have to use a stroller outside, this is the one we bring, and it's sooo easy to pop-open and then fold compact.
If you're the least bit active I highly recommend getting a BOB.
This link will take you to the new version of the one we have. I know this bad boy is bit spendy. My dad works at REI and got a screaming deal at the "ding and dent sale" on a 2010 model that was practically brand new but he thinks "may have fallen off someones roof rack"...Whatever. All I know, is that he fixed whatever was broken and IT'S AMAZING!!!!
We've taken it on jogs, through grass and even on a beach through the sand! It pushes like a dream and turns on a dime. If there's any chance we might have to use a stroller outside, this is the one we bring, and it's sooo easy to pop-open and then fold compact.
If you're the least bit active I highly recommend getting a BOB.
Do you need this cart cover specifically? No. Just get one. Any one.
Look, I'm not a germ-a-phobe in any sense of the word. I think getting dirty is good for kids.
However, kids (and some adults) are little virus-growing, petri dishes, and your kid will get sick enough times growing up that shielding them chewing on the front of the shopping cart or restaurant high-chairs isn't a bad idea.
Look, I'm not a germ-a-phobe in any sense of the word. I think getting dirty is good for kids.
However, kids (and some adults) are little virus-growing, petri dishes, and your kid will get sick enough times growing up that shielding them chewing on the front of the shopping cart or restaurant high-chairs isn't a bad idea.
I can't begin to tell you how many hours I spent researching car seats.
It became a borderline obsession. There are so many options and price points and brands that I didn't even know where to begin.
I finally chose the Diono for several reasons.
1: Safety! It is steel reinforced and heavy as shit. My kid isn't going anywhere if we get in a crash. If you need to be convinced, read the amazon reviews, this thing is S-A-F-E.
2: It's narrow, 3 of these will fit across the backseat of many cars.
3-5: It not only converts to forward facing but also a booster, it's rated to 120lbs AND has a 10, yes 10 year expiration date (8 as a full seat, 10 as a booster)
That means, I can not only use this for Calvin but for the next kid too.
This seat will be in our lives until the year 2023, which in my opinion more than makes up for the hefty price tag.
*Cost per use = negligible*
It became a borderline obsession. There are so many options and price points and brands that I didn't even know where to begin.
I finally chose the Diono for several reasons.
1: Safety! It is steel reinforced and heavy as shit. My kid isn't going anywhere if we get in a crash. If you need to be convinced, read the amazon reviews, this thing is S-A-F-E.
2: It's narrow, 3 of these will fit across the backseat of many cars.
3-5: It not only converts to forward facing but also a booster, it's rated to 120lbs AND has a 10, yes 10 year expiration date (8 as a full seat, 10 as a booster)
That means, I can not only use this for Calvin but for the next kid too.
This seat will be in our lives until the year 2023, which in my opinion more than makes up for the hefty price tag.
*Cost per use = negligible*
And while we're talking about it.
Before you strap that big heavy car seat in, throw one of these over the seat to protect it.
The car seat cover I bought (without doing any research...stupid!) doesn't go up the back of the seat, which wasn't a problem until Calvin's dirty shoe-covered feet started touching the backrest.
So, once we finally take the car seat out to switch it to front facing, I'm going to have to do some serious upholstery cleaning.
Stay tuned for the Part 3: The Whole Year
You are the most amazing woman, mom, wife! I love your blog! The information shared is insightful & valuable, I hope many new moms/grandmas/ aunts etc will learn from this. I wish I'd been more privvy to info like this when I was a new mom.
ReplyDeleteYou are the most amazing woman, mom, wife! I love your blog! The information shared is insightful & valuable, I hope many new moms/grandmas/ aunts etc will learn from this. I wish I'd been more privvy to info like this when I was a new mom.
ReplyDeleteThank you from the very bottom of my heart for your kind words. I merely do what I can. :)
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