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Best Baby Food Processor: Mumum

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When it comes to making your baby’s food, it can be overwhelming to try to create recipes and cook healthy food for your little one, which is why we’re big fans of the best baby food processor – the Mumum baby food processor. The Mumum is the best baby food processor with 4-in-1 capabilities to defrost, steam, cook, and blend for baby. It couldn’t be easier to use and is a huge time saver for all parents. Read on to see why the Mumum is the best baby food processor to add to your registry.

The Mumum Baby Food Processor is the best baby food processor for so many reasons! Not only is it a compact device, so it would fit in a small apartment or home, but it truly takes parents through the whole baby food making process in such a simple way. It’s the best baby food processor for work from home parents as well, because it has a built in timer, so you can prep, set, and come back to the bell – voila! Baby food is done. Mumum is the best baby food processor for parents who want to ensure they know what’s in their baby’s food, even if they don’t have much time to make the food, because it couldn’t be easier to make your own baby food with the Mumum. Simply chop your veggies or fruits up, place diced food into the steaming basket, pour water into the tank, steam veggies, pour the steamed veggies into the blender and baby food is done!

One of the other reasons the Gugu Guru team thinks Mumum is the best baby food processor is that it is designed to have an open reservoir, this allows you to keep out rust, mold and any other bacteria buildups that a closed reservoir will present. It also makes it super easy to clean and put away, which means less time in the kitchen for you. The timer comes with food type examples next to it to help you set the correct time. Also included is a lid strainer to pour out excess water. A spatula to flip the steaming basket into the blender and a measuring cup. We love the compact size of the Mumum, as it can be used and kept on the counter or put away in a cabinet without taking up too much space. Plus, the ease of the whole process can actually be done with one hand, so you can safely babywear or hold baby in one arm and make their food with your other hand!

The Mumum is also the best baby food processor for baby led weaning, too. Simply steam any veggies baby likes in the steaming basket and serve when they’re cool. Baby will be able to grab the veggies with their little fingers, but they will be mushy enough for them to not choke. At a very affordable price (and on Amazon Prime), we think the Mumum is the best baby food processor to add to your registry, as it will be beneficial not only for baby food, but baby led weaning, and even toddlers, too.

Thank you to our friends at Mumum for making this sponsored post possible!

Best Disposable Diapers : Gugu Picks

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Looking for the best disposable diapers for your baby? We’ve got you covered. From the budget parent to the minimalist and more, in this guide we’ve rounded up the best disposable diapers in 2018 for all types of parents according to Gugu Guru’s experts.

Gugu Pick Best All Around: Pampers Swaddlers
There is a good chance that the first diaper to go on your baby’s bottom will be Pampers Swaddlers while they are still in the hospital. Pampers have been the number one choice of parents and hospitals since the 1960s and today many parents choose Swaddlers thanks to their comfort and absorption. Pampers Swaddlers feature soft and stretchy sides, an easy to see wetness indicator, an absorb away liner and an umbilical cord notch for newborns to ensure your baby stays dry and comfortable.

Best Disposable Diapers Minimalist Pick: Abby & Finn
Abby & Finn diapers are available via a subscription, offer an all white diaper option, have no harmful chemicals or substances and with each subscription give diapers to families in need. Unlike other subscription diaper services you can put two sizes in your order so you don’t have to worry about stocking up on the next size as baby is growing. Abby & Finn diapers aren’t just easy to use and good for baby but they are also super comfy and extra absorbent.

Best Disposable Diapers Budget Pick: Luvs Super Absorbent Leakguard
Luvs may not have extra features of more expensive diapers like wetness indicators but at almost half the cost per diaper many moms are happy to forego those features. Experienced moms love that Luvs Super Absorbent Leakguard really do prevent leaks while being thinner than other diapers so they are more comfortable for babies on the go.

Best Disposable Diapers Multiples Pick: Seventh Generation Free & Clear
With twice as many diapers to change, Seventh Generation will give you the peace of mind that they are safe for your babies and offer good absorption without breaking the bank. Seventh Generation Free & Clear diapers include zero fragrances or chlorine bleaching to ensure your babies’ sensitive skin is protected. Thanks to a wicking layer and an extra soft, quilted liner you can be sure that you babies will stay dry and comfy.

Best Disposable Diapers Eco-friendly Pick: Bambo Nature
Bambo Nature diapers are loved by parents looking for diapers that are healthy for baby and safe for the environment. These diapers come from eco-friendly, sustainably sourced materials that are free of any harmful toxins, chemicals or allergens. Bambo Nature diapers include a three-layer design and absorbent core that keeps baby dry and the wetness indicator lets you know when baby needs to be changed.

Spotted: Fun Baby Collabs

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Hey Everyone! Monica here from Gugu Guru reporting on some really fun baby collabs that we spotted at this year’s NY Baby Show last month when walking the floor. The baby industry has definitely seen its fair share of super fun collaborations and this year – from the unexpected themes (like cereal!) to the classics reinvented – some brands seemed to really up the ante, so we wanted to share some that stood out to us on the blog.

Ju-Ju-Be x Cheerios

It may seem like an obvious connection of babies and cheerios, but we were still surprised and delighted to see this fun pattern of a baby breakfast staple on one of Ju-Ju-Be’s stylish diaper backpacks. There were other items from this collaboration as well, such as this awesome reversible bib.

Kangacare x Care Bears

If you’re an 80’s memorabilia lover like the team here is, you’ll love the Care Bears collaboration with one of our favorite cloth diaper brands – Kangacare. From wet bags to changing pad covers to diapers and more, this limited edition print is sure to put a smile on your face.

Oh Joy! for Baby Tula

This collaboration actually stopped us in our tracks from across the exhibit hall. Who doesn’t love the whimsical designs of Joy Cho? Here the founder and creative director of Oh Joy!’s “Paint Palette” pattern graces Tula carriers “as a bright abstract pattern inspired by all the colorful things you’ll create with your babe as they grow.”

Petunia Pickle Bottom x Disney

Pooh fans can rejoice about this awesome collaboration between Petunia Pickle Bottom and Disney. We just love more sophisticated takes on Disney characters and the Petunia Pickle Bottom line like this Axis Backpack, Winnie the Pooh and Friends – definitely delivers on fun and elevated design with this collab.

Baby Swings Top Pick: mamaRoo®4 from 4moms

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When it comes to baby gear essentials for your registry, the 4moms mamaRoo®4 is a baby swings top pick and a Gugu Guru favorite for new parents for so many reasons. When choosing between baby swings, it can be hard to decide which to get, but you’re ultimately going to want to pick the swing that offers you the most variations for your baby, as well as the most high-tech! Don’t take our word for it, check out what our Chief Baby Planner, Julie McCaffrey has to say:

The 4moms mamaRoo®4 is going to become your very best friend when baby is born. It’s not a surprise that babies love to be rocked and swayed, as it reminds them of being in utero and the 4moms mamaRoo®4 does more than simply rock your baby.

In the 4moms mamaRoo®4 baby bounces gently up and down and sways from side to side, mimicking the movement of a caregiver or parent. As far as baby swings go, the 4moms mamaRoo®4 is your best bet for options for baby, as it has five unique motions and five speed options for a total of 25 different combinations. This is wonderful because if baby gets bored or fussy in one motion or speed, you have a wide variety of options to change it up for them. Did you know baby swings aren’t just for newborn tiny babies? The 4moms mamaRoo®4 offers full recline to allow baby to lie back and relax or sit up and play.

You don’t often consider how important baby swings are for postpartum recovery, but many times it can be hard for a mom who has just had a c-section or tough delivery to get up and down when baby needs to be rocked back to sleep. This is another reason why the 4moms mamaRoo®4 is our pick when it comes to baby swings. The 4moms mamaRoo®4 is Bluetooth enabled, this means you can control the motion and sound on the 4moms mamaRoo®4 directly from the 4moms Android or iOS App! Super high-tech and very necessary for postpartum recovery and beyond.

If you’re looking for baby swings which are innovative and high-tech, the 4moms mamaRoo®4 is the best option for your family. Baby will feel secure and safe with the gentle rocking and bouncing, which means longer periods of rest and sleep, and an easier time for recovery, or more sleep for you! Baby swings are a must-have essential for life with a baby, and the 4moms mamaRoo®4 has everything a baby swing should to help you during the fourth trimester and beyond.

Don’t miss some of our other favorite baby gear essentials from 4moms, including the 4moms high chair, and 4moms BREEZE playard!

You can find 4moms on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Shout Outs to the Originals

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Today we want to give recognition to some of the originals out there. Baby brand originals we mean. Like any other major industry, the baby industry has its fair share of knock-offs. Knock-offs can come from all different sources – sometimes they come from overseas, sometimes they come from industry giants who swipe and tweak a concept from a smaller brand or shop, and many times – believe it or not – small brands steal ideas from other small brands. While it seems almost impossible to squash this kind of idea theft in most instances, Gugu Guru did want to do our part to give a shout-out to some of our favorite innovators and originals today with the hopes that maybe you’ll consider supporting some of these brands when you shop in the future.

Ezpz is the the original all-in-one placemat + plate founded by Lindsey Laurain, a mom to three “wild and wonderful” boys who served as her inspiration. Lindsey created the ezpz Happy Mat because she was fed up with the messiness and clean-up time dedicated to each meal and needed a solution to make mealtime easier and less messy.

Founder Jamie Yetter breastfed all of her children and spent years searching for the perfect nursing cover-up. In 2012 (after the birth of her third daughter), she set out to come up with a solution. Covered Goods is the industry’s first four-in-one nursing cover—it can also be used as a car seat cover, shopping cart cover, or scarf.

The idea for Chewbeads began in 2009 shortly after the birth of founder Lisa Greenwald’s son. Like most babies, he loved to put everything in his mouth and necklaces were a favorite. Like most moms, Lisa didn’t feel comfortable letting him chew on them, with concern that they might break or have unwanted chemicals. As a veteran of the fashion industry, Lisa set out to create soft, non-toxic baby teether jewelry, which was colorful, chic and, above all else safe. Hence, Chewbeads!

Founder Jessica Rakos came up with the design of Bellifly during her pregnancy with her middle baby. Like so many moms-to-be, she found sleeping on her side to be uncomfortable once her belly started getting big enough to pull on her spine. Belly wedges just weren’t cutting it and traditional maternity pillows didn’t give her the belly support she was looking for… plus, she didn’t want to spend a fortune! Using her limited sewing skills, she constructed a version of a “perfect” pillow and Bellifly was born.

Amy Maurer Creel founded Smart Mom after her sister-in-law died suddenly of an undiagnosed congenital heart defect. Smart Mom LLC is a truly unique company staffed entirely by Moms. A safe alternative for fashion-loving moms available exclusively at buybuy BABY, Teething Bling by Smart Mom combines the functionality of a superior teether with accessory-fun style. The chic, 2″ x 2″ doughnut-shaped pendant is made of food-safe silicone.

Anyone who knows Gugu Guru, knows that we just LOVE the Fridababy Snot Snucker. Fridababy was founded by mompreneur extraordinaire, Chelsea Hirschhorn. When it comes to the innovation, design and development behind the brand’s line, Chelsea says she can tie each of Fridababy’s products to a very specific pain point that she has personally experienced navigating parenthood over the past years.

On a family vacation, founder Carla Schneider was desperate to soothe her newborn son, who would fuss whenever his pacifier went missing. In an aha moment, she took a hotel sewing kit and a plush toy and created what is now, 18 years later, an extremely successful invention called The WubbaNub.

Amy and Julie are the two ‘mumtrepreneurs’ who started Cheeky Chompers while on maternity leave with their first children. The Neckerchew was born after countless dropped, dirty and lost teethers. Not to mention a gaggle of dribbling babies! Sometimes the simplest ideas really are the best: if the teether won’t stay put, why not attach it to the baby?

Why do we encourage you to consider supporting the originals when possible?
Well, for one, in our industry many of the innovators are moms – a group that we generally like to support and lift up, seeing that Gugu Guru is also mom-founded.

Another big and arguably more important reason is safety – especially when it comes to poorly manufactured knock-offs. Our resident safety expert, Alison Jacobson AKA Safety Mom strongly suggests you don’t opt for a knock off just because of the price. “We all know how expensive it can be “gearing up” for a baby and, while it’s not necessary to purchase high-end items, it’s critical that you purchase items that meet the safety standards developed by the Consumer Products Safety Commission. Now more than ever moms are shopping online and it’s tempting to shop the deals – but make sure you’re buying from a company that adheres to all U.S. testing requirements. The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association is a great site to determine if a company is meeting all safety standards. Saving a few dollars is not worth the risk of your baby’s safety.”

Best Baby Bottles Glass & Alternative : Gugu Picks

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Want to see options other than plastic bottles and looking for the best baby bottles glass or in alternative materials for your baby? We’ve got you covered. From the budget parent to the minimalist and more, in this guide we’ve rounded up the best baby bottles glass or using alternative materials in 2018 for all types of parents according to Gugu Guru’s experts. (Be sure to check out our last post on plastic bottles!)

Gugu Pick Best Baby Bottles Glass or Alternative: Life Factory Glass Baby Bottle
Life Factory glass baby bottles are made with the highest quality glass that allows them to go from the freezer to boiling water without breaking. Each Life Factory Glass Baby Bottle comes with a stylish medical grade silicone sleeve making it easier for baby to grasp. Every component of these bottles is dishwasher safe and you don’t need to remove the sleeves to wash them. Life Factory baby bottles are made to be compatible with most breast pumps. These glass bottles are the perfect combo of style, durability and safe functionality for baby. Available in both 4oz and 9 oz sizes.

Minimalist Pick: OlaBaby Gentle Bottle
For parents who don’t want to use plastic but are worried about the weight of glass, medical grade silicone is a great alternative material. With the OlaBaby Gentle Bottle parents and baby will appreciate the muted colors and soft textures. The GentleBottle features an off centered nipple design to mimic breast feeding, an integrated dual vent system and a wide neck for easy filling and easy cleaning without the need for a bottle brush. These bottles are gentle on your eyes, gentle to touch and will look beautiful in your home. Available in both 4oz and 8 oz sizes.

Budget Pick: Evenflo Feeding Classic Glass Twist Bottles
Evenflo glass bottles are affordable for every budget and durable enough that they will last. Evenflo Classic Glass bottles featured tempered glass and soft silicone nipple with air vents to prevent them from collapsing. The twist design of these bottles makes it easier for baby to hold without the need for a sleeve. These bottles have a simple, classic design that is good for baby and mother nature. Available in both 4oz and 8oz sizes.

Multiples Pick: Dr. Brown’s Options Wide Neck Glass Bottle
Dr. Brown’s Options Wide Neck Glass bottles offer the same great features many parents love in other Dr. Brown’s bottles but in a glass option. The Dr. Browns Options bottles feature an internal vent system that really works to prevent spit-up and gas which means less discomfort for babies. Dr. Brown’s bottle can also help maintain vitamins and preserve good fat because air does not mix with the formula or breast milk creating oxidation. With the Options glass bottles by Dr. Brown’s parents can choose to remove the internal vent system when they decide their little one is old enough which is great for parents because it means fewer parts to clean. Available in both 5 oz and 9 oz sizes and silicone sleeves can be purchased separately.

Eco-Friendly Pick: Pura Kiki Stainless Steele Infant Bottle
Pura Kiki infant bottles are made from high grade stainless steele and feature a medical grade silicone nipple. The bottles come with a soft silicone travel cover and offer a life time warranty as they easily transition from bottle to sippy cup, straw cup, sport bottle or snack container. The Natural Vent nipple on the Pura Kiki bottle features a one-piece venting tube that stabilizes pressure for continuous feeding. Pura Kiki are 100% plastic free and are the only non-toxic certified bottles certified by Made Safe making them among the safest and most eco-friendly bottles you could find. Available in 5oz, 9oz and 11 oz sizes.

Prince Themed Registry Round-Up

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Recently, we were excited to work with the expecting couple, Santini & Donovan, on the upcoming arrival of their son, Rocco. Since Santini’s last name that translates to “royal”, the couple was inspired to by a princely theme for Baby Rocco’s nursery and registry. Of course, we love to help families personalize as much as possible, so the team from Gugu Guru went on a hunt for some prince-themed items. What we found is that there is a lot of princess stuff out there but we had to look a little harder for prince products. Here, we share some of the crown jewels that we found and they all happen to be gender neutral:

Baby Pillow from Petite Vigogne

We have always loved the beautiful, super luxe bedding and baby gifts from Petite Vigogne and these pillows are no exception. Their simply stated royalty pillow is a gorgeous touch to any prince-themed nursery and is 100% super-soft Pima cotton.

Little Royal Insert from 4moms

Get it while it’s hot! This regal newborn insert that complements the entire 4moms infant seat line is a limited edition design. This reversible design offers a plush, modern grey fabric with a singular embroidered crown on the front of the insert, and a yellow, grey and white mosaic of crowns on the back.

Crown Teether from loulou LOLLIPOP

We are wild about loulou LOLLIPOP and the brand’s amazing, whimsical designs. This crown teether also comes in black but, more importantly, is soft for teething babies and completely free of toxic chemicals.

4 Season Basic Baby Sleeping Bag, Merino Wool, Crowns from Woolino

The exceptionally breathable Merino wool of this sleep sack naturally regulates baby’s body temperature to ensure your little royal sleeps safely and comfortably through the night.

And for the “King”…

Love Dad Set from Finn+Emma

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we just had to share something for the “king” of the household: the Love Dad Set from Finn+Emma. This is the perfect gift set that includes a GOTS certified 100% organic bodysuit and non-toxic, ethically produced wooden rattle / teether.

Like the whole royal theme? Check out our recent post on Royal Baby Gift Ideas and A Very Royal Baby Registry.

Best Baby Bottles for Newborns – Plastic: Gugu Picks

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Looking for the best baby bottles for newborns? All the baby bottle choices confusing you? You’re not alone. From the budget parent to the minimalist and more, in this guide we’ve rounded up the best plastic baby bottles in 2018 for all types of parents according to Gugu Guru’s experts. (Stay tuned for our upcoming post on alternative bottle options like glass and stainless steel!)

Gugu Pick Best Baby Bottles for Newborns: Dr. Browns Options
Dr. Brown’s bottles are our pick for best baby bottles for newborns. Dr. Brown’s have been the #1 choice for many parents because their internal vent system really works to prevent spit-up and gas which means less discomfort for baby. One thing many parents may not realize is that Dr. Brown’s bottle can also help maintain vitamins and preserve good fat because air does not mix with the formula or breast milk creating oxidation. With the Options bottles by Dr. Brown’s parents can choose to remove the internal vent system when they decide their little one is old enough which is great for parents because it means fewer parts to clean. Available in standard or wide neck in both 4 oz and 9 oz sizes.

Minimalist Pick: Baby Brezza
Baby Brezza Natural Bottles are not only easy to fill but they are easy to feed with and easy to clean. Baby Brezza bottles are truly only two parts, the bottle body and the integrated collar and nipple, so there are fewer parts to keep track of, to store and to clean. The extra wide mouth makes filling the bottle easier and you are able to clean the bottle without the need for a bottle brush. The nipple on the Baby Brezza Natural Bottles is a wide, breast shape and features a built-in vent. Available in 4 colors in both 5 oz and 9 oz sizes.

Budget Pick: Philips Avent
Philips Avent bottles are a great choice for many new parents because they take the guess work out of bottle feeding by combining lots of the great features of other bottles into theirs. Philips Avent bottles feature a wide breast-shaped, ultra soft nipple with a flexible spiral design to make latching on easier for baby. With the air-free vent milk will always stay in the nipple instead of air so baby has less spit-up and gas. The wide mouth makes Philips Avent bottles easier to clean. Philips Avent has put together several options for gift sets to ensure you get just what you need for bottle feeding without breaking the bank. Available in both 4oz and 9oz sizes.

Multiples Pick: Munchkin Latch
Munchkin Latch are great for newborn bottles and especially twins that might have been born a little early and start out a little smaller because they feature a nipple that promotes a better and easier latch. The Munchkin Latch bottles will actually release more milk as the accordion style nipple reaches the back of baby’s palette, similar to breastfeeding, making it easier for them to stay latched onto the bottle. The flexible nipple will also allow babies to move their heads around without losing the latch meaning they take in less air and have less gas discomfort. Available in both 4oz and 8oz sizes.

Eco-Friendly Pick: Thinkbaby
Thinkbaby Bottles are not only BPA free plastic bottles but they are also free of phthalates, nitrosamines, lead, pvc, tritan, melamine and other harmful chemicals. These eco-friendly bottles are made from materials that can easily be recycled after use. The nipple on these bottles is a food grade silicone and features a cross cut design so they won’t leak. When your baby is ready to transition from bottle to sippy cup you can use the same bottle base with the sippy handles and sippy spouts from Thinkbaby. Available in both 5oz and 8oz sizes.

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Baby Monitor Best Pick: The Evoz Vision

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The baby monitor best pick for your nursery is one that can work with your lifestyle and grow with your family. The Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor is the Gugu Pick for baby monitor best in class for all families, whether living in a house or apartment, minimalist or not, the Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor helps your stay connected to your baby, and bring peace of mind to your life.

Here’s what our chief Baby Planner, Julie, has to say about the Evoz Smart Baby Monitor:

The Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor is the baby monitor best equipped to help parents stay connected to their baby from virtually anywhere! The Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor is very compact in size, which means it is super easy to install and set up. Plus, it is the baby monitor best for travel, as you simply have to carry the one device, as it syncs up to your phone app to act as your personal monitor screen.

The Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor is also the baby monitor pick best for high-tech parents, as the monitor helps you stay connected to you baby from virtually anywhere with unlimited range, crystal clear video and audio directly on your iOS and Android devices. The Evoz Baby app features sleep help with The Sleep Lady® including sample sleep schedules, videos, sleep articles, and sleep tracking log. And, it has all-in-one baby data tracking within in the Evoz Baby app including crying, sleeping, nursing, bottles, solids, diapers, height/weight, and body temperature with the option to easily export and share with your sleep coach or pediatrician. Help from the Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor goes way beyond being the baby monitor best in clarity and connection; the Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor and its associated app help parents stay organized, remember special moments, and connect with sleep coaches and pediatricians. It also features patented cry alert technology notifies you when your baby cries based on personalized settings, the Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor is the baby monitor best to adapt to your lifestyle and work well for your family.

The Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor is also the baby monitor best for working parents, as you can connect to the monitor from your Android or iOS device. Plus, you can share baby monitor access safely and securely with caregivers and family members, so you can have your eye on your baby all of the time, which brings a peace of mind to your world.

Check out what our Gugu Concierge expert, Amber Michels of Your Milk Shoppe, had to say about the Evoz monitor here.

When it comes to the baby monitor best for your family, the Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor seems to exceed the needs any new parent may have, all while remaining high-tech, easy to travel with, and providing parents the peace of mind, whether at home, work, or on the go. The Evoz Vision WiFi Baby Monitor is the baby monitor best for both new and seasoned parents, from babyhood and beyond.

You can find Evoz on their website, Facebook, and Instagram.

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