Maternity and Baby Product Review
Welcome to the Maternity and Baby Product Review Page. This is a place where you will learn about my experiences with the newest maternity and baby products out there. I know with everything out there on the web and in the stores, it can be frustrating about what products are useful and what products are gimmicks. That's why we've invited you to review this valuable resource we are offering. If you want a product reviewed or would like to add your opinion about a product you cannot live without, contact me.
Cuddoozle Nursing Pillow
Move over, Boppy -- there's a new pillow in town!
I recieved this product to review right before the birth of my third child. I'm only sorry I didn't find this pillow sooner.
This nifty product is the Cuddoozle, and it combines two things I love: it was made by a fellow mommy and it supports breastfeeding.
As many nursing moms know, the first few months of a newborn's life are spent being attached to Mommy while nursing or bottlefeeding, or just being close to his or her favorite person (as it should be!). This handy pillow makes this feeding-and-bonding period much more comfortable and convienent. A new mom will find many other nursing pillows in the crowded baby-goods marketplace -- and I have tried several! -- but let me tell you why the Cuddoozle is my favorite:
1) The Cuddoozle is made from a "memory foam" material, which means it won't sink or wear down. The Cuddoozle is both firm enough to keep its shape and also soft enough to cradle your precious baby.
2) If leaks or accidents happen, you'll be "covered" by Cuddoozle! Tucked safely under the cute outer fabric, a waterproof cover protects the main pillow -- a cool feature that sets the Cuddoozle apart from other nursing pillows.
3) The Cuddoozle sports a little pocket on its side, perfect for stowing a pacifier or other small objects.
For me, the best part of this pillow is its considerable length, another difference-making feature setting it appart from other nursing pillows. I find that after nursing my son with the comfort of the Cuddoozle, he can roll gently onto his back and fall asleep, thus making an easy transition into his crib. I find that I also use the cuddoozle even when I'm not nursing. For example, it provides excellent arm support while cuddling him.
The Cuddoozle was created by Margaret Norcott, a crafty mom who knew there was a better pillow to be had! Embracing both form and function, this former interior designer's fabric choices for the Cuddoozle make her product doubly useful and beautiful. In addition, no mom will fail to appreciate the waterproof-protectant qualities of the expertly engineered Cuddoozle.
I wish to say a personal "thank you!" to Ms. Norcott for making my life a little easier and MUCH more stylish!
Greenbaby Gifts Nursery Necessities Kit
I was intrigued with Greenbaby Gifts from the start. Finally, here’s an affordable, safe and luxurious gift idea for the new mom or baby.
I am familiar with organic and toxin-free products for the family, but up to now I have been unable to find them all in the same place!
I chose the Newborn Essential Kit to try. From the moment the gift set arrived, I was hooked! Great things DO come in beautiful packages.
My set came enclosed in a beautiful keepsake box already earmarked for my new arrival's mementos. Included in my gift set was the softest organic one-piece romper I've ever felt. I am now a convert to organic clothing for this new baby. This is something that you must feel to appreciate.
The second item I found in my kit was the organic baby shampoo. I must confess that I've tried this product on my pre-schooler and have now switched to it from my previous body wash and shampoo. Not only does this shampoo smell amazing, but you also have the peace of mind in knowing it’s safe.
I wasn't done exploring just yet! Next, I found the cutest baby toy/rattle, which is another organic item. What a unique idea! Also included in this package were two burp cloths that any mom would feel good about trusting to soothe her precious newborn's head as baby leans over mom’s shoulder. These burpie cloths are as soft as the romper, and I even found myself rubbing these gentle cloths against my own cheek a few moments longer than normal!Finally, I found myself delighted with the jute-wrapped crib sheet made from bamboo. I have several bamboo garments but have never seen this crib sheet. As with the shampoo, I am now a firm convert! Whether or not you choose bamboo for its safety and naturalness, you should choose it for its undeniable softness. I really do plan on spoiling my baby in softness thanks to Green Baby Gifts!
Green Baby Gifts was started by a fellow mom who embraced the challenge of finding high-quality, SAFE and organic products for her son. Yes, there are many similar products available in the market place but nowhere else have I found this handpicked selection that offers the best of the best. Greenbaby Gifts also offers gifts for moms-to-be and toddlers. Not sure what to get the new baby in your life? Do not hesitate to order from Green Baby Gifts. I know that I will time and time again!
Visit Greenbaby Gifts.com
Baby Tales
Hello! My name is Heather and I am NOT an organized mom.Thankfully, Baby Tales has come to my rescue!
If you are not the kind of Mom who has hours of time to spare to "fill in the blanks" of a traditional "baby book," here’s a beautiful solution that allows you to celebrate your little one’s triumphs but still keep your sanity!
It’s apparent from its expert design that Baby Tales was inspired by the longings of parents who were tired of watching their children’s milestones pass by without adequate celebration and recording. As any mom call tell you, we’ve all been there: As life goes on and hours and days fly by, we have good intentions but aren’t always as diligent as keeping track of baby's "firsts" as we should! On a personal note, I know this to be true because I am pregnant with baby No. 3 right now – and I'm so glad to have this product! After chasing after a pre-schooler (and keeping an eye on a toddler, too!), I am certain that Baby Tales will enable me to keep track of my newest baby’s firsts with absolute ease.
This unique product is very "use-able." Baby Tales comes in an ultra-cute, boutique-type packaging. Inside, you get a very handy (and durable!) clear plastic "mini file cabinet" complete with tabs to file each of the included notecards. This handy system eases your organizing so that you can keep track of your child’s milestones and simply "file" them by month. Elegant yet simplified, Baby Tales is an ingenious and heaven-sent gift for Moms like me.With Baby Tales, you’ll purge any guilt you harbor for NOT keeping the baby book and daily journal that the "Super Mommy" in your mothers’ group always brags about. The keep-it-simple philosophy of this product allows you to note a milestone and then – when the time is right for you – enables you to transfer your information effortlessly to the scrapbook or baby book in a breeze!
The creator of Tiny-Tales, Lara Frankovitch, must have felt the same way I did about acknowledging the significant milestones of childhood – but she did something about it! In her quest for the "perfect" baby book, she has created a perfect tool to organize and arrange all your memories worth preserving. Celebrate those first moments of your own pregnancy, and cherish your baby’s turning-point experiences, through this inventive product. Here’s an item that is definitely in demand! Thanks, Lara! Visit Tiny Tales today!
BELLY UPS
This product was sent to me directly from the creator. Laura Kronen is a "mompreneur" who created this product to keep maternity pants from sliding down our bellies. I know the frustration of this. My favorite maternity jeans always slid down on me. I would find myself walking around with my hands in the front pockets just to keep the from falling down. I was out of luck if I was carrying my toddler! OOPS! These is a suspender of sorts you hook to your bra and then to your bottoms. I have to say these worked great for me. They were very comfortable, and you couldn't even see them under my clothes. This product gets a four star rating in my book! Belly Ups are definitely worth including in your maternity wardrobe!
Belly Ups
Maternity Belly Band by BabyBeMine
Another "have to have" product for the pregnant mommy. There are only a few things I cannot live without, and this is one of them. Just ask my husband. He always hears me yelling from my closet "Honey! Do you know where my Belly Band is?" This is, I think, one of the best inventions for pregnant and nursing Moms of the 21st century. This works for all stages of pregnancy and for nursing and beyond too. Use it in the beginning to cover up and hold up your un-buttoned favorite pants. Use it during late pregnancy to keep your maternity pants up! Also during late pregnancy to make up for those tops that are getting to short. Use it after pregnancy for nursing. What a great use! When you pull up your top to nurse, your post baby "extras" aren't being advertised for the world to see. Then, why not use this product as a double layered top?
You can see why I love this so much and get nervous when it's lost in my laundry basket. I've tried other brands and what I love about this one, is the material, it's just right, it never feels to tight on my pregnant belly, yet strong enough to hold up my pants. I can even fold it down for a more layered look. BabyBeMine has a great selection of different swatches that are too cute!I carry this in my Boutique. Or you can order it from BabyBeMineMaternity.com
Bebe au Lait Nursing Cover
The Bebe au Lait Nursing cover is a great product a must-have accessory for the nursing mom. This product was definitely well thought out. Not only was the paisley green fabric absolutely gorgeous, but from the first time I tried it out I knew that it was very user-friendly. This was apparent by the buckle that needs fastened to go around your neck because the ends of the fabric were made to be easily threaded. Then, when I put it on, I didn't realize there was a rigid neckline so that you could see your baby while you're nursing! What an ingenious idea! This even comes with a cotton panel to clean up any drips that may happen during nursing. The Bebe au Lait nursing cover is compact and can travel easily.
What a great gift for the new nursing Mom. This product gives more modest Moms a more comfortable nursing experience. Promoting nursing is the best gift you can give a new mom and, of course, your new baby. This product makes it easier for everyone.
And another 4 out of 4 star rating!
This product and many other great products for Mom and baby can be purchased atMypreciouskid.com
Bebe Belay
The Bebe Belay is one of those unique baby accessories that you didn't know you need. Take my advice and put this neat little
gadget in your purse and never take it out! Better yet, keep one for home and one for your diaper bag or purse.
The Bebe Belay arrived in adorable packaging that would fit nicely in any top of the line boutique. Presentation was superb!
There are several uses for this accessory, I used mine three times in that one trip. I used it to hold on to my son's pacifier in the car seat.
Several of the paci holders I've used were either too heavy and pulled his paci out, or they didn't attach easily and he pulled it out. This is
neither of the two, it's perfect weight is great for this use. I met my aunt for lunch and wanted to use it as a bib holder. I pulled out my Bebe Belay and attached the cloth napkin to it and then to my son and it worked out perfect. This actually works better for a bib because it's very largeand caught all the food and teething biscuit crumbs. And the best part was, I didn't have to take it home and wash it. A bib on the GO! What a great idea!
And then I traveled to Target and used the Bebe Belay to attach my son's teething toy to his cart cover. This was very convenient because I didn't spend the shopping trip playing "pick up my toy" over and over.
Like I said, this is the neat little gadget that you never realized how much you need it. This is also unique because it is safe. If two or more pounds of pressure is applied.
Lots of thought and testing has gone into this Bebe Belay. The outcome is a one of a kind unique and useful product that I highly recommend.
www.bebebelay.com
Mustella baby wipes are a staple of my nursery! I was first given these products by my mother in law when I was pregnant with my first baby. I had never heard of Mustella. I did know that I didn't want to use the drugstore brands of baby lotions and baths because I despised the smell of baby powder scents. Never having used any baby wipes before I never had anything to compare them to, so I was pretty indifferent about them. I did think they smelled really good though. It wasn't until I bought some popular name brand wipes that I saw a difference. I coldn't believe how hard and scratch the "cheap"wipes were! This is what made me a devoted Mustella user. These wipes are the softest wipes you will ever use. They also have softenting agents that make wiping away messy bottoms so much easier than with other wipes. Try a pack and belive me, you won't be back. I also use them my my little ones need to "freshen" up. Wiping these across the cheeks and arms and legs makes your baby smell freshly bathed.
These can be found and Babies-R-Us now, the average price is usually around 9-10 dollars for a pack of 70.
I have to admit, I am addicted to swaddling! It works! Swaddling your baby is so beneficial. It reminds them of being in the womb, it's very soothing and a godsend for parents! I asked for this blanket exclusively for my second baby. I started swaddling my first baby and tried to fold and wrap with those small cotton receiving blankets we all get. This doesn't work very well let me tell ya. The best thing about this blanket is the shape, the weight and the 'oh so important' directions right on the blanket tab. Having the directions right in front of you when you wrap is a great idea! It's lightweight enough to not be too hot for baby yet easy enough to get a good wrap. I have to say I swaddled my baby boy in the blanket until he was almost eight months old. My only complaint is that I wish I had more than one.
