Category Archives: Before Baby Arrives

Wooden Toy to Encourage Thinking Skills

I rarely purchase light up toys for my children. While I find plenty that are fun and would keep their interest for some time, I am still old school. I prefer toys which cause a spark of imagination which causes the lights to off in their minds and not dependent on “AA” batteries. Wooden toys allow your child to create and imagine rather than having the toy do all the work. There is no ban on light up toys but I want to be certain I pick quality toys that enhance play time and creativity. HABA Toys have a variety … Continue reading →

Must Have Item: Snugli

To continue my min series of “Must Have Items”, I am excited to tell you about Snugli. I have purchased a Snugli with each of my four children. While Snugli is high quality enough to go through more than one child, I always found myself allowing another mom to borrow it once I was finished. I love Snugli! I love the comfort the brand offers, the versatility, and how I can go where no stroller can go while not having to carry a baby. As a mom of four children, I need to have my hands free even while carrying … Continue reading →

The Hankie Dress from Modest Goddess

Have you heard of Modest Goddess? Modest Goddess is an Etsy shop run by a very creative woman named Melissa. The clothing runs from baby sizes to toddler sizes and above. When I shop for clothing for my little ones I am looking for something which portrays their femininity, innocence, and sweetness. Where else would I think to look but a store called Modest Goddess? Sweet handmade creations which have a vintage yet bright and sunny feel are what you will find. I love handmade dresses and clothing for the unique style and promise of high quality. I was not … Continue reading →

A Favorite Item: The Little Looster

Currently I am potty training child #4. Trust me, potty training never gets easier just more tolerable. For each of my children I purchased a potty chair and for the last two I purchased two potty chairs. Yes, two potty chairs. One potty for the upstairs and one potty for the downstairs so all areas are covered in case of emergency. I thought I was set and ready to go. Then it happened. My current toilet decided to retire. My husband decided to upgrade with a throne upon which no mortal can sit under 48 inches tall. This could not … Continue reading →

A Favorite Item: Piggyback Rider

As a parent of four children I have learned a lot over the years and used plenty of items to make parenting easier or more efficient. Each time I use an item that truly measures up I vow to tell other parents in hopes of helping them. I have a list of items that I always recommend to new moms who humor me by listening to all the products I have to tell them about. One product that inspires me to share is Piggyback Rider. As a mom to four kids I have had plenty of experience traveling with kids … Continue reading →

Jump and Learn Exersaucer Made Me a Hero!

The woman who blogs before you has become an official baby gift hero! I never saw myself as such yet I am honored to take the title. I do have a list of items that I use from personal experience to shower new moms with. Normally, they are quite pleased with the gifts as I approach gift giving for baby showers or baby events as practical or to the extreme on whimsy and fun. This time I decided to go against my better judgment and gift a church daycare the Evenflo Jump and Learn Exersaucer. Why was this against my … Continue reading →

No More Baby Gear

Part of me is happy that if I have a third baby, I won’t need to buy much baby gear. And, most likely, my third will be my last. For almost 5 years now I’ve been storing boxes and boxes of clothes from both kids as they outgrow them. My garage has boxes in it full of infant toys, beds, and walkers “just in case” we have another one. Sometimes I feel like half my life is taken up by baby gear, clothes, and other accessories. Getting rid of that baby gear will be a fun occasion although it will … Continue reading →

Carousel Designs Crib Sets

Carousel Designs has the cutest bestest (Yes, I know that is not a word.)crib bedding in the land! I am a fanatic when it comes to designing a baby’s room. I have had four children. Yet I only had the opportunity to design two baby nurseries since my first two were born in a place my husband and I rented. Since I missed out on my first two nurseries I set out to make up for it on my next two. Sadly, at that time I was not aware of Carousel Designs. I am sure my husband is thankful for … Continue reading →

New Car Seat Guidelines

I was watching the Today show this morning when I heard that the American Academy of Pediatrics had changed their regulations for child car seat safety. With two children still in car seats, I was listening with all ears. The most surprising is their recommendation to keep your child rear-facing in their car seat until the age of two. Additional changes were that kids should remain in a booster until reaching at least 4 ft. 9 inches in height. This could happen anywhere between the ages of 8 and 12 years of age. Also, do not put your child in … Continue reading →

Boogie Wipes to the Rescue

There are essentials for every diaper bag, nursery, day care center, church nursery or anywhere kids convene. Among those essentials are diapers, wipes, snacks, ear plugs (sorry, just kidding) and Boogie Wipes. Boogie Wipes are handy, easy to store, easy to fit in the diaper bag necessity for your little ones. This gentle wipe with saline can turn an unhappy stuffy nosed kid into a smiling breathing kid again. No medicine to be concerned with, this wipe simply helps to gently remove boogies and all the crusty yuck around the nose. That is enough to make you and your child … Continue reading →