Mel Blume

Seriously Cool Pajamas: Try Soma® on for Size

As a new mom, a solid night’s sleep is deemed impossible. And, of course, it kind of is. So, how are we supposed to care for our babes, work and manage the other duties our lives require? We need to make the most out of those precious, silent moments that are rare as gems. When that magical sleep window comes, make it wonderful. We’ve been in search of premium sleepwear without the luxury price point, and fell in love with Soma’s® Cool Nights® pajamas.

Cool to the touch, this ultra-soft, cozy sleepwear delivers quality snoozes and refreshing mornings. You know that feeling when you flip the pillow, and that crisp coolness hugs you into a faraway sleep? Picture that blissful, cloud-like sensation all over your body. There’s nothing like it.

The rayon and spandex blend features thin fibers that create a lightweight and breathable fabric. When you’re warm, it won’t stick to your body—it keeps you comfortable and ready for a deep sleep (even if it’s just for two hours).

Just when you think it can’t get any better, its easy-open front makes it ideal for breastfeeding, especially at 2am. You can stay cozy while you feed babe mid-sleep. Its button-front notch collar is stylish and practical. These pajamas are functional, feel-good pieces of around-the-house fashion…that were designed to care for the needs of new moms.

Plus, whether it’s a warm, summery evening or a chilly winter’s night, Soma has options to fit weather changes—and ever-changing moods and preferences: Check out their pants, shorts, tanks, sleep shirts, robes and more. Plus enter code ‘81532′ for 20% off your entire purchase (one time use only)!

Mama, you deserve to feel amazing, day and night, especially during this time in your life. Your body has done the miraculous and continues to do so day after day. Live the dream in Soma’s Cool Nights pajamas. It does a mama good.

Thank you to Soma for making this sponsored post possible!

Need a Hand? Ask the mamaRoo®4

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If you haven’t heard of the miraculous mamaRoo4, we are beyond excited to introduce you two. This cutting-edge infant seat offers five unique calming motions to create an experience that turns wahs into wins. At the touch of a button.

The ultimate baby soother comforts babe by mimicking moves that are part of their everyday. It bounces up and down and sways from side to side, just like parents and caretakers. Smiles and giggles often turn into independent playtime, and suddenly, your hands are free! And, you can do things like shower (woo-hoo!), work, cook dinner, fold laundry—the list goes on.

The innovative and thoughtful design captures the needs of parents with the comfort of little ones at its core. If babe wants to sit up and play, or relax, its easily adjustable seat makes it simple for you to match every mood. Some littles ones even enjoy sipping on bottles while admiring the interactive balls above them. Soft with adorable, eye-catching patterns, the reversible toy balls provide endless entertainment at every stage.

The mamaRoo4 features four built-in soothing sounds while also offering a plug-in for you to play songs for babe from your phone. It’s also Bluetooth enabled, so you can control the motions and sounds via the 4moms app from your smart device. Since little ones often spend a great deal of time in this epic coddling machine, the removable seat fabric is super helpful. With a quick zip, you can easily clean the machine-washable fabric.

The mamaRoo4’s popularity spans from homes to hospitals, as its calming effects are ground-breaking. While some swings are good, the 25 different combinations of motions and speeds give parents and babes an experience unlike anything else on the market. It’s truly revolutionary and we—and many of our mamas—love this infant seat. If you’re looking for something life-changing, while keeping baby safe and happy, check this out. We’re pretty certain you and babe are going to become instant fans. Wishing you the most productive days!

Thank you to 4moms for making this sponsored post possible!

The Key to Pumping Privately at Work: Meet Motif’s Luna Breast Pump

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Give yourself a huge hug today. You deserve that extra moment of self-love more than ever. You’re mom’ing, creating food for your babe with your body, AND instilling your child(ren) with everlasting values about working hard and making a living. Brava!

Returning to work with a little one is difficult beyond words, so we’d like to take one thing off your plate: which breast pump to choose. Whether you have an office, or pump in the break room or in the bathroom, a reliable machine is necessary—and a quiet one is a lovely luxury.

A favorite of mamas, experienced and new, the Motif Luna Breast Pump delivers across a spectrum of needs and desires. When you’re on the clock at work, every minute of pumping time counts. Working mamas who use Motif’s Luna Breast Pump appreciate the amount of milk that flows out in the short window of time. More milk in less time is a dream for a mom in between meetings.

Speaking of meetings, we know many moms who need to participate on conference calls while they pump, and Luna’s quiet motor takes care of any sound concerns. It features a soft, low purr that doesn’t disturb co-workers, phone calls or sleeping babes. It’s also one of the lightest pumps on the market. At just 2 lbs., its sleek shape can easily fit into almost any type of bag—making it easy for daily commutes.

Lastly, and very importantly, it is safe for your precious babe. We know you’re juggling a lot, so when we found the Luna, a closed-system pump, we knew it was a winner. There’s no need for you to worry about your pump’s motor being exposed to milk, which can open up your babe to mold and viruses. The closed system acts as a hygienic barrier and prevents this from occurring.

To make this experience even better, you might want to try the Motif Breastmilk Storage bags. These 8 oz. bags master the art of breastmilk storage, making it ultra-simple for moms on the go. They feature an easy-pour spout, leak-proof double zippers, and the self-stand design makes it easy for refrigerator storage. Plus, they can also lay flat in your freezer to maximize space.

It’s not easy carrying the world on your shoulders 24/7 (sometimes that seems literal). Let this tried-and-true system lighten your load—and bring some extra joy to your everyday.

Hooked on a Spa Feeling: Revel In It with Belli Skincare

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Cooling pads on our eyes, a mask hugging our face, the refreshing scent of lemon grass, soft meditation music, a light breeze…there’s nothing like that spa feeling. However, even when we finally get a moment to make that appointment, we typically end up canceling it due to…#momlife.

Even though our spa days can become a figment of our imagination, it doesn’t mean we can’t continue to pamper ourselves and love the way our skin looks and feels. We did some research and found a skincare company that truly delivers everything a busy mama wants: Introducing Belli Skincare.

With concerns for mothers (prenatal, postnatal and beyond) at their core, Belli is dedicated to safe ingredients. They are focused on healthy, wholesome and luxurious skincare products that bring spa-like feelings and results. Belli’s Anti-Blemish Facial Wash received a Women’s Choice Award: The pure face wash features natural ingredients including lemon peel oil, a natural anti-bacterial and skin brightener, and green tea extract and cucumbers—both rich in antioxidants.

Unlike most acne-fighting products, this is free of harmful chemicals like the very common salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. To provide even more love to your blemished areas, you might also want to check out Belli’s Acne Control Spot Treatment. Its fast-acting results and non-greasy formula make it a must for mamas with acne challenges.

Since sunscreen is essential for every outing, it’s important to have a chemical-free go-to. Belli’s Pure Radiance Sunscreen’s lightweight vegan formula makes it ultra-simple to wear under makeup, plus it’s even safe for kids.

And when you just want to glow (who doesn’t?), try the popular Healthy Glow Facial Hydrator. The vitamin-C-infused moisturizer delivers anti-aging skin firming results and is perfect for all skin types.

Mama, you’re busy, but you still matter—and always will. It’s okay for you to treat yourself to a safe, soothing, good-for-the-soul skin experience. Check out Belli Skincare—we don’t think you’ll ever look back.

Kindness Counts: Amazing Mama Brands with Huge Hearts

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A mama’s to-do list scrolls. And scrolls. And scrolls. Sometimes, it’s seemingly impossible to take on one more thing.

We’ve been there, but we know just how amazing it feels when we open up our hearts and give back. To make it as easy as possible for you, we scoped out the mama-brand-scene and found our favorite companies with huge hearts. We’re excited to share philanthropic brands that contribute to our local communities, mamas and more.

If you haven’t heard of KIDBOX yet, its heart and generous hand can be felt across the globe. A subscription-with-styling-service clothing box (think Stitch Fix, but for kids), KIDBOX donates new clothing to the charity of your choice when you keep your box. This cutting-edge company donated over $12.5 million in new clothing to date, and seems to want to do more. Their passionate community is ever-growing, and their pioneering, change-making strategy is one that deserves the spotlight.

Plus, just when you think it can’t get any better, you shop the site! KIDBOX partners with major global brands you’d want to shop anyway: Adidas, Splendid, 7 for all Mankind, Disney, Sketchers and many more. Doing good is rarely this much fun.

While you’re clicking and tapping away, you might want to check out these other brands too: Abby & Finn is an affordable, eco-friendly diaper-and-wipe subscription service. As seen in PopSugar and Red Tricycle, Abby & Finn donates 30 diapers to families in need for each monthly box purchased.

For an ultra-stylish and versatile diaper bag that donates to an amazing cause, visit Momkindness. For each bag purchased, Momkindness donates a portion of the proceeds to Every Mother Counts, an organization that helps “bring safe and respectful maternity care to mothers everywhere.”

Another company to note: Mommy Matters. Their innovative, portable pillow features a hot/cold insert to heal aches and pains. Named one of the top 10 pregnancy pillows in 2019 by Verywell Family, Mommy Matters donates proceeds to Saving Mothers, “a global non-profit working to reduce maternal mortality and help mothers thrive around the world.”

Lastly, if you’re in search of a chic, office-friendly breast pump bag, check out JL Childress. For every Jay Elle Pump Bag sold, $1 is donated to a non-profit organization to support breastfeeding.

As you can see, there are plenty of ways to give back during this beautiful time (when you also have no time). Wishing you fun and fulfilling shopping moments, Mama.

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