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Favorite Summer Outdoor Essentials

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com

Summer is officially in full swing and can I just say how great it feels to have a somewhat “normal” summer this year.  Oh the things we take for granted when we aren’t able to do them.  Connor is officially out of elementary school and Heidi is about to turn two years old.  I say this constantly, but the time sure does fly by in a heartbeat.  We are looking forward to a healthy, happy, and joyful summer this year!

There are certain things in life that just help you get through- you know like coffee?  Well, I’d love to share with you some products I’ve tried recently that are made to help you get through summer with a breeze and ease!

The first product we are loving are the New Skin® Liquid Bandages.  These are a new type of bandage in a liquid form to help protect scrapes, blisters, and cuts.  Adhesive bandages are hard to stick on certain areas, especially those tiny nooks and crannies between fingers and toes.  My kiddos get cuts and scrapes all the time, so we are excited about this easy new alternative.  New Skin Liquid Bandages keep water, dirt, and 99.9% of germs out so your cuts can heal.

The new Skin Sensitive & New Skin Botanicals is the 1st and only hypoallergic liquid bandage.  Great for people who are sensitive to adhesives.   The one thing that kids are super afraid of when it comes to adhesive bandages is the dreaded pulling it off!  With these bandages you don’t have to worry because they are pain free and easy to apply and remove.   

I can see us using this product all summer and it’s definitely easy to carry around.  With no mess or trash to deal with count this Mom in!

The second product that’s getting me through summer is something I’ve used for YEARS!  Pamprin for period relief.  Pamprin is more than just a pain reliever- it’s a period reliever.  Pamprin was MADE for periods and is formulated to relieve the discomfort of cramps, headaches and backaches PLUS added ingredients to ease fatigue and bloating.  I have the WORST period symptoms, so this is definitely a must to get me through summer time.

We just got our pool repaired from the crazy winter storm in February.  We are usually in it every day by now and are excited to start spending these hot summer days in our pool.  As a child my Mom used to take my sister and I to the local community pool and we spent all day in the chlorinated water.  I remember our hair turning a greenish blue color and freaking out a bit!  We just discover Ultra Swim Shampoo– a shampoo that is made specifically for swimmers.  It is a favorite of both competitive and recreational swimmers for many years due to it being the absolute best chlorine removal shampoo on the market. It’s also a favorite for Mamas who don’t want kids with green or blue hair!  Lol!  Chlorine build up occurs quickly, creating dry, brittle and unmanageable hair. This shampoo bonds to the chlorine, and then rinses it away leaving hair tangle free, chlorine free and not susceptible to breakage. As a Mom to kids who are in the pool all summer, this is also a MUST.  Ultra Swim Shampoo is moisturizing and is safe to use after every swim too! 

I do love a refreshing beverage in the summer time!  4C is a Brooklyn based premier manufacturer of Powdered Beverages including Iced Tea, Drink Mixes & Energy Stix.  Energy Rush Stix from 4C are delicious- I had one today and yesterday! These stix are easy to carry on the go to the pool, to work, or wherever you are headed this summer.  Just add to a water bottle and you are good to go!  4C Energy Rush Stix are about half the cost of RedBull with the same ingredients.  It also has no sugar is low in calories.  More energy for less money is always a win/win for our family!  4C comes in several flavors like Berry, Orange, and Citrus.

Thank you for allowing me to share some of our summertime favorites and I hope you check them out and enjoy these too!

xo- Becky

ShopPlayWin at Albertson’s with Monopoly!

This post is sponsored by Sivan Social. All comments and opinions are my own.

Grocery shopping-It’s either something you love or loathe.  If you are a Mom of small children you know how grocery shopping can be better some days that others.  Our local Albertson’s right down the street is one of our favorite places to shop, not to mention it has a Starbucks too!  Making grocery shopping FUN for all the Moms while getting things checked of that list!

Another thing we love about our Albertson’s is the Monopoly game.  We’ve been playing for years and this time it’s a bit different because you no longer need a paper board or all the paper pieces of the puzzle.  I actually end up losing half my pieces because I can’t keep up with them anyway.  So I’m super excited about the new ShopPlayWin App.  The App keeps track of all your game pieces, prizes, and coupons all in one spot!

So far I have won several coupons, free bread, and tickets to enter some amazing prizes.  The Monopoly game is going on March 3rd – May 4th, 2021.  You can get your game pieces at ACME, Albertsons, Albertsons Market, Carrs, Jewel Osco, Market Street, Pavilions, Randalls, Safeway, Shaws, Star Market, Tom Thumb and Vons.

You will still be handed your tickets at check out – based on your grocery purchase.

Download the App from your phone’s App store and scan each ticket in.  Easy as that!  You can throw it away because it’s already been scanned and accounted for.

These are some of the things I’ve won so far:

Enter your tokens to win some BIG prizes too!  

There are signs all over the store telling you which items are eligible for a “Monopoly Ticket”.  There are over $230,000,000 in prizes!

Heidi helped me pick out a balloon and some Fortnite V-Bucks for her big brother’s birthday 🙂

If you get a Valpak in your mailbox -open to see if you’re an instant winner of a $100 gift card and to get more details on how to win groceries for life!

You also have the chance to win Savings.com’s #GoShopPlayWin gift card giveaway HERE!!!

—–>RSVP to join the #GoShopPlayWin Twitter party at 10AM PT/1PM ET on Thursday, March 25th, to talk about the game and for even more chances to win a $100 gift card.

With so many chances to win you will never walk away empty handed and I can’t wait to join in on all the fun parties and keep playing the Monopoly game at our favorite Albertson’s.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Game tickets end 5/4/21. Must be resident of an eligible U.S. state listed in rules; 18+. Visit www.shopplaywin.com for full rules, incl. how to enter without purchase. Series MON-14. MONOPOLY™ & © 1935, 2021 Hasbro, Pawtucket, RI 02861-1059 USA. All Rights Reserved. TM & ® denote U.S. Trademarks. Hasbro is not a sponsor of this promotion.

It’s Almost FALL & I’m Here For It Y’ALL!

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx

Fall is finally right around the corner.  I know everyone is trying to rush 2020 outta here.  I really hope we can all enjoy the fall season and the holidays that bring joy and happiness this time of year as well.  Being locked up indoors has everyone struggling to look and feel their best these days.  Oh what I wouldn’t give for an actual pedicure!!!  I don’t think I’ve had one since February, but thank goodness it’s almost boot season, then perhaps I don’t care as much.  It’s more about feeling better about myself.  Even if I am just at home in my jammies.

I recently got the opportunity to try some fun new items with BabbleBoxx that lifted my spirits and helped me look and feel better.  This box was filled with items that were used to pamper and treat myself to a fun makeover.  I’d love to share my experience with you and some awesome discount codes too!

The first item was a Custom Hair Dye from e-Salon.  I’ve actually used e-Salon hair color a few times now and really love it.  E-Salon mixed my very own custom color according to what I’m looking for.  It’s made-to-order, custom hair color individually crafted by a colorist to achieve your ultimate color goal.  The first couple of times I wanted to tweak my hair color a bit, so in the notes on my next shipment I included which direction I wanted to go.  I prefer an ash blonde color instead of a more golden tone.  Eventually we found something that works for me.  If you are a Blondie like me I highly recommend the Blonde Neutralizer Tint Rinse.  It gets rid of unwanted yellow and brassy tones and it makes a world of difference for blonde hair. The kit includes:

Your personal colorist will factor in your color goals and you can even submit photos of your current hair color and what you would like it to look like.  It helps your stylist get a better idea of what you are looking for.  Your personal colorist can formulate a shade down to the exact combination of depth and tone that lets you be you.  Made-to-order, and never mass produced, our custom color creates less waste. Making it sustainable and better for the environment.

Here is my BEFORE + AFTER my hair color makeover:

I used to read like 10 books a month before Heidi was born.  I still read these days, but not near as much as I used to.  I’ve always been an avid reader and when I find a good book it’s hard to tear myself away.  There’s no greater escape than a good book!  A Fool’s Paradise from Robyn Williams lures readers into an intriguing world of lifelike imagery and memorable, colorful characters. A Fool’s Paradise is robust with suspense, romance, tragedy, humor and elements of the supernatural intricately woven into a series of well-conceived plot twists guaranteed to leave readers spellbound.

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
A Fool’s Paradise reveals the story of Dr. Aaryn Jamison, one of the nation’s most prominent African American physicians. She is brilliant, successful and has a penchant for mountain climbing. Gifted with healing hands, she is more comfortable in the healing realm of the supernatural than she is in a glittering world of lustful, intimacy starved, celebrity-driven fortune seekers.  Enter Jayson Denali, internationally acclaimed  Academy award-winning actor. The handsome, charismatic superstar rose from meager beginnings to become king among Hollywood’s elite.  Passions simmer and fate plunges these two down a startling road of self-discovery fraught with meddling parents, scheming ex-lovers, jealous co-stars and an ever watchful, over-protective entourage.  Savor the richness, enchantment, and emotionally infused chemistry of genuine relationships of the heart.  Robyn Williams’ A Fool’s Paradise melds passion, suspense and the supernatural as Dr. Aaryn Jamison, one of the nation’s most prominent African American physicians, meets Jayson Denali, internationally acclaimed Academy award-winning actor. The characters’ stories of growing up poor, becoming self-aware survivors, trusting in mentors along the way and then strangely falling for them are so relatable, one becomes an unwitting passenger on the tumultuous journey borne between this book’s two covers.
I’ve read the first few chapters so far and I can’t wait to dig into it some more.  It’s looking like a pretty good read so far!   Also, Hollywood insiders take note: There’s a really good film on the horizon here.
You can purchase the e-book for $4.49 HERE.

The next product is GrandeLIPS Hydrating Lip Plumper is a high gloss, volumizing lip plumper infused with a nourishing cocktail of Volulip™ and hyaluronic acid for instant and long-term hydrating benefits. This plumper instantly improves lip volume in 3-5 minutes and hydrates dry areas. GrandeLIPS Plumper’s unique cushion applicator easily wipes clean & combines effortlessly with other lip products.  My lips get so dry,  especially when cooler weather hits.  When I tried this product I could definitely feel it “plumping” and it really moisturized my dry lips.
Use Promo Code: SELFCARE10 for 10% off entire purchase on grandecosmetics.com

I’m loving this Hand Sanitizer from Born Basic.  Born Basic was “born” from the desire to accomplish a very basic goal: making an everyday product readily available for the everyday person. Company spokesperson states, “There are no gimmicks and flashy packaging to distract from what the product is. Our messaging is very straightforward and basic so the customer knows exactly what they are getting.”
This hand sanitizer glides on easily and does not leave a sticky residue or have a strong alcohol smell. (The smell is actually really really nice!)  The updated re-launch of Born Basic made sure to include an alcohol content of 62% as well as moisture preserving agents to give the best feel and consumer experience. There is no strong alcohol smell and the packaging is fun, clean, and basic, as well as the product is easy to use!
Born Basic Hand sanitizer is 62% instead of 70% alcohol or 65% alcohol – which is more moisturizing with less alcohol content but still effectively kills germs per FDA guidelines.

I found a whole bunch at my local Super Target last weekend.  The price point is very affordable – 33 ounce at $5.99, 16.9 ounce at $3.99, 3 ounce at $1.99.  It comes in 3 sizes.
Born Basic is a US company & family owned which I love!  You can find it exclusively at Target stores or on their website HERE.
And last, but not least are a couple of fab products from Kerasal.  Kerasal is a leading brand in footcare for tough to tackle foot problems. Whether you are looking to for an at home pedicure solution for dry, cracked feet or looking to tackle tough toenail problems, Kerasal has you covered.  Did I mention before that my last pedicure was in February???

A) Kerasal Intensive Foot Repair: This is an exfoliating moisturizer that is clinically proven to hydrate/moisturize dry feet while exfoliating away dead skin. Visible results in 1 Day (or overnight). High customer satisfaction appealing to consumer need for “at home pedicure”. Most people often see visible results after just one application.
B) Kerasal Multi-Purpose Nail Repair: This is solution to improve the appearance of nails damaged by a variety of conditions. Kerasal’s patented formula helps improve nail appearance by reducing discoloration, smoothing thesurface, normalizing thickness and hydrating the nail. Its effective, clear formula penetrates the nail to restore a healthy appearance. Whether it is Nail Fungus, Nail Psoriasis, Aging Nails, or Gel Manicure Damaged Nails – look to Kerasal Multi-Purpose Nail Repair for a visible difference.

I have the weakest nails and I can’t wait to dig into these and help my feet and nails look and feel better.  Kerasal products can be found on Amazon or Target.

It’s almost fall and I’m HERE for it ya’ll!  I hope you enjoyed my review of all these fun items to get you ready to cozy up for fall and check them out yourselves.  BabbleBoxx always sends the best things to try and I’m so incredibly thankful for such an awesome company that allows me to share with you!  In the mean time go get yourself a pumpkin spice latte, read a novel, dye your hair, give yourself a pedicure and all that good stuff!  Most of all HAVE FUN!!!

xo Becky

Rolling Right Along with the Sesame Street™ I Spot Elmo!™ Walker by Bright Starts™

This post is sponsored by Bright Starts™ but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

This post is sponsored by Kids2 but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Gosh you guys.  This year has been so slow because of everything going on, but at the same time time has flown by.  Heidi will turn a year old in less than two months.  I can’t believe it’s already been almost a YEAR with our sweet girl.  Heidi is crawling everywhere and pulling up on anything she can get her hands on.  I have a feeling she’s going to be our wild child because she’s a lot more curious and into things than her brother was.  Separation anxiety is in full force and she wants to be wherever we are or she has a complete melt down!  Ha! Being a Mom is the best and also one of the hardest, most self sacrificing jobs on the planet.  I would do anything for my kids and I hope they always know that.

We recently had the opportunity to try out the new Bright Starts™ Sesame Street™ I Spot Elmo!™ Walker.  Heidi loves to sit up and follow us around, so I knew she would love this walker.   She’s standing up and hanging onto things right now.  Bouncing from one thing to the next as long as she’s hanging onto something. I know it’s just a matter of time before she starts walking.  This is a great product that gives her independence until she’s ready to take off!

Bright Starts is a great brand and we really enjoy all the fun and interactive toys they have.   We love watching Sesame Street.  I grew up watching Sesame Street…even my nursery as a baby was Sesame Street!  It’s something that brings back nostalgia for me and also has the classic characters everyone loves.  The Sesame Street™ I Spot Elmo! ™ Walker was super easy to put together.  It took me less than 10 minutes, and I am not handy at all!  Now we can take a “neighborhood stroll inside the house” since we aren’t really going many places these days.

The new Bright Starts + Sesame Street products include baby and toddler toys, gyms, bouncers, a door jumper and this walker! 

Features of the I Spot Elmo! Walker include:

●      More than 30 songs, sounds, & sayings by Elmo & his Sesame Street friends!

●      Removable toy station lights up and plays music for on the go fun – just tap the Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird buttons

●      Includes Elmo bat-at toy, mirror and multi color bead chaser

●      3 height positions grow with infants

●      Safety features include rubber brakes and sturdy frame

●      Easy fold frame for storage

●      Recommended for 6-12 months

Heidi can’t stop rolling around.  She’s been rolling in this walker since we got it and the light up Sesame Street characters and voices make her giggle.  The Elmo & friends: Favorite Sesame Street characters help baby discover letters, numbers and colors / Classic songs from Elmo, Cookie Monster & Big Bird.  (This is detachable from the walker for floor play or travel)

This walker also grows WITH your baby and has 3 height positions.  A removable toy station with lights and music.  It’s also designed with a sturdy frame and rubber brakes.

Heidi says “Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street?”

We’ve had so much fun playing with this walker and if you are in the market for one I highly recommend this I Spot Elmo! Walker found at Walmart.  Click HERE to add to your cart now!

Why You Should Always Eat After 7PM!

This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own.

Since having a baby this past year it’s been rough getting back into pre-baby shape (not just physically, but mentally as well!) Especially because I’m much older this time around. Mama’s metabolism just isn’t what it used to be. I’m excited to read an advance copy of “Always Eat After 7 PM” by Joel Marion and see what tips I can learn to help myself feel better & have more energy. Over the next month, I’ll be sharing my experience of the book and diet. Basically, the Always Eat After 7 PM plan consists of: The 14-day Acceleration Phase to kick-start the program and see rapid results, The Main Phase where you’ll learn exactly which foods to eat when in order to achieve your weight-loss goals, The Lifestyle Phase to keep the weight off for good.  The most challenging times to curb hunger are just before bed and in the morning. By following the Always Eat After 7PM program, you have the most willpower to stay on the diet because you are eating during the hours when you are most hungry. This also puts you into both intermittent fasting increasing testosterone and your metabolism, while putting you into ketosis.

Check out these helpful videos below for some more information on the book and lifestyle tips.
INTRO TO THE BOOK:


TIPS FROM THE BOOK:

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE DIET:

What are your reasons to get healthy this year?

  • Health reasons
  • More energy (keep up with kids)
  • Lose weight
  • Re-balance Fat Burning Hormones
  • Boost Metabolism
  • Balance Blood Sugar
  • Induce Deep Sleep

Whatever your reason check out “Always Eat After 7 PM” and purchase it HERE.


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Must Have Items for the New Mom in Your Life

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com

Hey Mamas!  So, we just talked about must haves for baby, but what about YOU?  It’s so easy to be in the midst of caring for your new baby that you forget to take care of yourself.  This happens to me all the time and I legit wish someone would say “Girl you look rough you need to take some time for yourself”.  Also I’m taking volunteers between the hours of 1 am-4 am lol….just kidding!  But really Heidi had a high fever last night and today has been hard….some days are just that.  Hard.

Let’s talk about some things that are great for a new Mom and will also make your life a little bit easier and not so hard….because the struggle is real.

First off is Nursing Comfort Balm from Mustela.  I strictly pumped with Connor when he was a baby for 14 months, and so far I’m 7 months in exclusively pumping with Heidi.  It’s a lot of work, but completely worth it!  In the beginning though it’s so hard to try to keep up your supply and your poor nipples feel like they’ve been rubbed over and over with sandpaper.  It’s SO important to keep them moisturized and lubricated.  If not you are in for a lot of pain and it’s so important to remember to apply balm before and after feedings or pump sessions.  It will save your boobies and make for a much more pleasant experience.

Mustela’s Nursing Comfort Balm is a soothing and restorative nipple cream that keeps skin comfortable while nursing. The lanolin-free balm moisturizes and protects nipples, eases discomfort, and helps to replenish and restore skin during and after breastfeeding.  I highly recommend a lanolin free product!  It worked much better for me.  It’s made with 100% naturally-derived ingredients like olive oil and is fragrance and dye free.

Get 20% off on Mustela’s entire website at MustelaUSA.com with CODE: JAVAMAMA20
(This offer cannot be combined with any other offers. Offer valid at www.mustelausa.com only. Limit 1 per person. Offer expires February 28, 2020 11:59 PM EST.)

Second thing for a new Mama is a good nursing bra.  You are basically on breast arrest for the first six months and ease and comfort is key when looking for a nursing bra.  These bras from Playtex are awesome and super comfy!  Not to mention they aren’t that bad looking and are actually pretty cute!  When you think nursing bra sometimes you think of a granny bra…but this my friends is so cute and you’d never even know it’s a nursing bra.

This Shaping Foam Underwire bra has some awesome features like:

  • QuickStrap® clips are designed to make nursing easy anytime, anywhere!
  • Dual cup sizing flexes to fit as your size changes
  • TruSupport® 4-way Support system, including comfortable straps, deeper cups, higher sides, and a wider back.
  • Shaping Foam Underwire

Also, these Cross Over Sleep Bras come in a pack of two.  Yes, you’ll want to wear a bra while sleeping because your boobies have a mind of their own and unless you want to wake up covered in milk get a sleeping bra.  These bras flex to fit as your size changes and have Cool Comfort® fabric helps to keep you cool.

So, the third fun find are these Milkflow Lactation Coffee Pods from UpSpring.  They are AMAZING you guys!!!  And I’m not just saying that because I’m a crazy coffee junkie, but they actually taste amazing and anything that can help increase my milk supply is awesome!  I’m going to have my coffee anyway so why not have an additional benefit right?  Whatever genius thought of this idea….well, it’s genius!

UpSpring’s Milkflow is the first lactation coffee that contains the herbs Fenugreek and Blessed Thistle to help naturally promote breast milk supply. The herbal ingredients in Milkflow are plant-based and so is the single serve coffee pod itself. Milkflow Lactation Coffee Pods are 100% compostable, with zero plastic and zero BPAs. Better for the environment, mom, and baby!
The product is gluten-free, non-GMO, and Lactation Consultant recommended.

* You can find UpSpring Milkflow Lactation Coffee Pods are available at Target in the baby aisle.*

Aging…it happens to us all.  For some reason after I have babies I feel like I’ve aged 20 years…or maybe I’m just so worn out that it just feels like that?  Either way it’s been 10 years since I had my first baby and this time around I’m definitely feeling that 10 year age gap.  Taking care of my skin is key, especially as I’m veering towards the big 4-0.  This LiftActiv Peptide-C Ampoule Serum from Vichy is incredible.  I’ve been using it for the past week and I can definitely tell my skin feels smoother and brighter.

Formulated with only 10 ingredients including: 10% Pure Vitamin C (an antioxidant known to help brighten skin), Natural Origin Hyaluronic Acid (to hydrate and plump the skin) and Plant-based Phyto Peptides (to fight signs of collagen loss).  Derm-grade formula targets visible signs of collagen loss, wrinkles, lack of radiance and firmness.
Clinically proven efficacy:
– From the 1st use: Skin is firmer & feels hydrated
– In 10 days: Skin looks smoother & radiant
– In 1 month: Visibly reduces wrinkles & resurfaces skin texture
Get 15% off from 1/23-2/14  with code: VICHYBABBLE2020

For more information & how to use this product visit HERE

This is an awesome cause and I’m excited to share with you “Love Without Boundaries“.  It’s a Non-Profit Organization and international charity that provides hope and healing to orphaned and vulnerable children, and their undeserved communities. Their mission is to provide healing, education and refuge to vulnerable children worldwide, and their core belief is that ‘Every Child Counts.’  From the beginning, their model has been to partner with local citizens on the ground to change the lives of vulnerable children. By working together, we empower each other to create a lasting impact.
Love Without Boundaries provides hope and healing to vulnerable children through ongoing programs in Cambodia, India, Uganda and China, and more through special projects around the world.  To learn more about this amazing program download this free copy of The Heart of an Orphan, by Amy Eldridge, and learn more about LWB’s story of love, hope and healing.

So blessed to be this baby’s Mama.  I can’t believe how fast time flies when you are having fun…or sleep deprived…or whatever!  Ha!  But I wouldn’t trade a darn thing! xoxo Becky

New Year + New Favorites for Baby!

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.comWell, I’m 6 months into this new mom thing (again)…and it’s going pretty well!  I mean she’s still alive and thriving and we seem to be getting a bit more sleep, so that’s a WIN in my book!  Heidi sure does keep us on our toes and she’s growing like a weed.  She really is the happiest and most smiley baby I’ve ever seen.  She’s starting to figure things out and get bored easily and even has a bit of separation anxiety when I leave the room.  The one thing I keep saying to myself when I see new baby items is “Wow!  They didn’t have this almost 10 years ago when I had Connor?”  So many things have changed in a decade and I love trying and sharing my favorite baby products with YOU!  So, it’s a new year & I’d love to share some NEW fun baby products we’ve been trying lately and you can check them out too!  I also love connecting with new Moms on Instagram and the blog…it’s so fun!

The first item we are loving is the new Snuggle Knit Collection from aden + anais™

The NEW aden + anais™ snuggle knit collection is made of the softest fabric designed for the ultimate snuggle. This would be the perfect gift if you know someone about to have a baby.  It has everything needed for a hospital stay and afterwards.  The set comes with a beautiful knotted gown, hat, swaddle blanket, & bandana bib (The bib is exclusive to the newborn gift set).  This super soft set is available in three prints – heather grey, rosettes, and navy stripe.  The newborn gift set retails for $59.95.  The knotted gown, hat and swaddle blanket can also be bought separately. The snugly little lovey retails for $19.95 – Perfect for babies and toddlers, the snuggle knit lovey will be much-loved by little ones & provide calm and comfort at any time of the day. I love the super stretchy and SOFT fabric which makes it easy to swaddle and use as your baby grows.
The snuggle knit newborn set is available for purchase at adenandanais.com, Amazon, at retailers including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, and at select specialty boutiques across the country.

The second thing we are obsessed with is the Lil’ Squish Jellyfish Sensory Rattle + Teething Toy from Baby BananaThis little lady is a drooly teething mess lately.  Anything she can stick in her mouth she will!  The Lil’ Squish Jellyfish Sensory Rattle + Teething Toy will keep your curious little one busy and happy through the teething phase and beyond. It’s made of 100% silicone, Lil’ Squish has a soft, squishy head with lots of fun textures for little mouths to explore. A variety of colorful tentacle loops make it easy to hold and maneuver and provide more teething textures, as well as promote hand-eye coordination in children.

The third item on my new Mama baby list is Butt Paste Maximum Strength Tube from Boudreaux’s

This is a product we already use and this might be an over-share…but Heidi has been sick with an ear infection and has been taking antibiotics this week.  Nothing gives your baby diaper rash like getting the runs from medicine…ugggghhh….

She actually hasn’t had that big of a problem with diaper rash until now.  Just wait until your baby gets sick or starts eating solids then queue a diaper rash!  Boudreaux’s Butt Paste Maximum Strength formula contains 40% Zinc Oxide for when stubborn diaper rash needs a little more attention. A must-have addition to any diaper bag and nursery changing station, Boudreaux’s Butt Paste quickly and effectively treats rash without harsh ingredients like dyes, preservatives, parabens and talc. The product works by forming a protective layer on soft baby skin to soothe rash discomfort – leaving both baby and parents happy!  You can see a difference in as little as 3 hours!

The fourth item on our list is the Tinkle Crinkle Activity Ball and Tinkle Crinkle Caterpillar from GUND

This gal loves anything with a crunchy sound or thingies sticking out of it! Lol!

The Tinkle Crinkle Activity Ball features lovable characters from the Tinkle Crinkle Collection in soft, 3-D cut-outs on top of sections of different-textured fabric and multicolored ribbons for a mix of sensory-stimulating play. This soft plush ball has safe embroidered details and is easy to grip and throw by little hands and is machine washable for easy cleaning!The classic Tinkle Crinkle Caterpillar has been updated with fun, new patterns and a more modern look for modern babies. Each part of 16.5-inch Tinkle Crinkle Caterpillar includes a fun surprise for baby, including squeaker, crinkle, rattle, and more in bright, primary colors and fabric with textures to promote tactile and sensory stimulating play. Tinkle’s embroidered details make it safe for play by all ages 0+ and is machine washable for easy cleaning!  We love the GUND brand.  They have the cutest dolls, teddy bears, & stuffed animals make perfect gifts for birthdays, baby showers, baptisms, Easter, Valentine’s Day & more!

The fifth items on our baby bests is the iBaby Balm and Baby Lotion from Pipette

We’ve been using this after bath time lately and the baby balm is super nourishing and hydrating with plant-derived ingredients to comfort even the most sensitive skin.  The baby lotion is very lightweight and non greasy.  Babies have super delicate skin so I’m always cautious of what I use on Heidi.  Pipette Baby provides deep, gentle moisture for baby’s sensitive spots and replenishes and restores natural balance of baby’s skin.  Pipette is also featured in Good Housekeeping Magazine on page 49.

I hope you loved hearing about what we are LOVING with our new baby and I’d love to hear what you recommend as well.  Nobody helps a new Mom better than another new Mom right?  It takes a village and lots of coffee!!!