Bath & Diapering

Feeding/Bathing/Changing Finalist List: JPMA 2020

We’ve got the Feeding/Bathing/Changing finalist list for JPMA Innovation Awards. You need to check these out. We love the innovative products in this category, especially the 2020 winner for potty-training!

WINNER! The First Years Super Pooper Plus Potty: The First Years Super Pooper Plus Potty helps your potty training toddler sit in the correct position with a foot lift for the perfect squat. The adjustable foot lift raises the legs above the hips for a natural, more relaxed squatting position that can help with pushing. To help encourage your child, this toddler potty system includes “flush” buttons that make realistic flushing and cheering sounds. When your child is ready, the trainer seat removes to help your child smoothly transition from the potty to adult toilet. The realistic design also helps for an easier transition to the regular toilet. There’s a high splash guard for less mess and a lift-out pot for easy cleaning after successful attempts. Find it here >>

Feeding/Bathing/Changing Finalist: MOOV The MOOV bag combines fashion and function to make it more than just another diaper bag. Regardless of a parent’s particular style, MOOV can convert from a handbag, to a backpack, to a shoulder bag, and everything in between, to meet their needs. The innovative indicator “Xcheck” system is fully patented and unique to MOOV which transform its Smart Pockets to an organization checklist. The system is to remind you what to pack, what’s missing, and helps parents delegate the packing task to another family member easily. When it’s time to change diapers, MOOV’s unique construction also helps parents perform diaper switches on-the-go in a convenient, sanitary way. Find it here >>

Feeding/Bathing/Changing Finalist: TOWNEW Diaper Pail TOWNEW Diaper Pail is an automatic diaper disposal system that seals and changes bags itself. With its patented technology, this helpful diaper pail works to works to lock in smells, seal bags and replace a clean refill all at the touch of a button. Key features: Self-sealing bag, Self-changing refill, Oder-control, Motion Enabled Lid, Rechargeable Battery. TOWNEW Diaper Pail is a modern solution, thoughtfully designed to make diaper duty a whole of easier. Find it here >>

Feeding/Bathing/Changing Finalist: Stokke Clikk High Chair The Stokke Clikk can be assembled and break apart in less than one minute. It can be used from 6 months all the way up to 3 years. It is ergonomic with an adjustable footrest for comfort at each age. It features an easy to wipe clean, dishwasher safe tray and is travel friendly: light, easy to put together & take apart. Find it here >>

Feeding/Bathing/Changing Finalist: Unilove FeedMe High Chair The FeedMe high chair is a new product category that hasn’t existed in the market before. FeedMe high chair is the first chair combining with dining booster, portable booster and chair. The product comes with two parts. The FeedMe booster and an adult seat. If you are traveling around, you can carry the FeedMe booster. However, if you are dining at your own place, you can install the FeedMe booster into the FeedMe high chair. From 6 month to adult, the product can be used for a long time. Find it here >>

Dékor Diaper Pail: The Sleek, Convertible Solution

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If you’re new to the diaper pail world, here’s a little history: Diaper pails were typically tucked away in the far corner of babe’s room, because the stench was…what you’d expect it to be. Plus, they were big, bulky and involved a complicated removal process. Luckily, the Dékor Diaper Pail entered the market and changed all of that.

Designed as a hands-free diaper pail, you simply step on the foot pedal and drop your dirty diaper in. There’s no twisting or turning to secure the smell; the rubber seal and trap door seals the odors. Plus, the Dékor refills are one continuous liner, so you can empty as often as you’d like…without much effort. Just open the door, pull the liner down, cut it with the built-in babyproof cutter, tie and throw away.

On top of the amazing odor-containing features, simple design and convenient liners, we absolutely love the Dékor Diaper Pail’s sleek look. It can easily be added to any room in the house without disrupting the vibe—which is a total bonus—as we all know that impromptu changes occur everywhere.

Just when you didn’t think you could love a diaper pail anymore (when did we ever think we could actually love a diaper pail? #momlife), there’s a convertible factor that takes this one into the must-have category. When babe and you say goodbye to diapers—it does magically happen—the Dékor Diaper Pail converts into a trash can. This two-in-one, budget-friendly feature adds so much value to the already-awesome baby essential.

Speaking of value, the Dékor Diaper Pail is one of the most cost-effective diaper pails available. Its convertible design lets you keep it in your home for years. And, there’s one last notable fun fact to mention: It’s great for disposable or cloth diapers. So, whichever you choose, this mommy must-have can accommodate both.

Innovative, inclusive, simple and sleek—and priced really well—the Dékor Diaper Pail is our top pick for many reasons. Do you have one? Let us know what you think about it in the comments below!

Jazmyn Simon Hill’s Baby Top Picks: Part I

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We’re so excited about Jazmyn Simon Hill’s baby top picks and must-haves! Gugu Guru has recently had the pleasure of working with the lovely and beautiful actress and new mama Jazmyn Simon Hill. You may know Jazmyn from the TV-Series Ballers and the movies Acrimony and Ed. We are excited to have her on the blog today sharing some wise words on her baby must-haves. Jazmyn has rounded up her top picks for bath, health, diapering, baby gear, and sleep that have helped her as a new mom. You can follow Jazmyn and her pregnancy journey on Instagram.

Jazmyn Simon Hill’s Baby Top Picks – Bath, Health, and Diapering:

Boon Naked Tub: “I just love the design and simplicity of the boon tub. I love baby items that are simplistic. You may hear that from me a few times but it’s true!”
Puj Tub: “The puj tub is great because as a full-time actress married to a full-time actor, we travel a lot- and the puj is perfect for when we need a tub that can be packed. And I mean, how cute is a baby in a sink!!!”
Crane Humidifier: “I suffer from bad seasonal allergies and personally use a crane humidifier. So to keep babies room moist and comfy, I went with a trusted favorite, a Crane humidifier.”
Fridababy Bundle: “Omg. I am obsessed with Frida Baby. When I went to my baby 101 class with my husband, the instructors would not stop raving about all their products. I’m especially excited about the Nose Frida and the Fridet. Hehe. They have baby and mommy covered.”
Matimati Washcloths: “Two words: Eco. Friendly.”
Diaper Dekor Plus: “I love that this can hold up to 60 diapers. Babies go through a LOT of diapers at first. And there’s no bending and twisting. Just step on the pedal and drop and go. Anything that saves time wins!”
Skip Hop Pronto: “Let’s face it, there will be times when you have to improvise a diaper change. This skip hop pronto makes it easier!!!”
b.box Caddy: “Again, sometimes…a lot of times… diaper changes happen on the go. This portable caddy makes diaper changes all around the house easier!”

Jazmyn Simon Hill’s Baby Top Picks – Baby Gear:

Nuna Pipa: “We LOVE our Nuna Pipa. Stylish, sleek and SO SAFE! Took only minutes to install and has multiple features that show you if it’s installed correctly!!! Love!”
Bugaboo Fox: “The poshest stroller I’ve ever seen and I feel so fortunate to own it. Matches my style and lifestyle and is a breeze to get in and out of my trunk. LOVE!!!!”
Solly Baby: “The softest, sweetest baby wrap. My favorite part about the newborn phase is baby carrying. Solly has made that easy with the softest, most beautiful fabrics.”
Toki Mats: “Tummy time essential. These make tummy time safer because they are NON-TOXIC. Can we all say thank you!!!!”
Bannor Toys Blocks: “I cried when I received my banner name rattle and blocks. It said Baby Hill and it made everything feel so real. Plus it’s made in the USA from wood. We now want every Nannie rattle and toy because they not only are so sleek looking- but they promote creativity and imagination. That’s exactly what we desire for our baby boy.”

Jazmyn Simon Hill’s Baby Top Picks – Sleep:

Love to Dream Swaddles: “So smart. I didn’t know a lot about the Moro reflex and how it can startle your baby awake. These swaddles keep them safely snug and sleeping. Plus as they get older, you can release one or both arms. Love.”
Snoo: “Can. We. Say. Game. Changer. Smartest bassinet ever. It will swaddle, sway and shush (white noise) your baby to sleep. It’s basically a night nurse for a lot less money. A dream saver. See what I did there?”
Bebe Au Lait Swaddles: “Who doesn’t love a muslin swaddle blanket?! Great for home or on the go. Use it in your stroller or as a car seat blanket without overheating the precious cargo!!!!”

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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.

Nest Diapers: The Village Reviews

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The average American baby uses about 2,500 diapers in their first year of life. Those diapers take 500 years to completely decompose. Nest Baby Diapers are different, they are comprised of plant-based ingredients and decompose in 105 days. Nest allows you to keep your little one clean and comfortable while caring for our planet. Keep reading to find out what our Gugu Village Parents thought of these revolutionary diapers.

We typically use Bambo Nature but we have tried lots of natural brands (Honest, Pampers Pure, 7th Generation, Earth’s Best, and so on). Our son is now 20-months and very active. Not only do the Nest diapers have all the great natural features (and they’re really soft, not at all plastic feeling that I get from some of the other natural diapers) but they also had amazing elastic. The diaper hugs my son so close that I never have to be concerned of it falling down or any accidents happening. As a toddler, he has slimmed down a bit and loves to run around in just a diaper so sometimes this is a concern. They also have the convenient yellow to blue line to let you know when the diaper is wet that I really appreciate. Lastly, I love how eco-friendly the packaging is! A lot of the natural brands still have plastic packaging so this was a nice touch. The only con I found with them is they are a little thicker then we’re used to. However, I think if we had been using these from the beginning we would have never even noticed since it’s so subtle.
-Denalee

We had the pleasure of trying out Nest Baby Diapers. Our family looks for products that are gentle, effective, eco-friendly, and convenient. We have tried numerous diaper brands looking for a good fit, and Nest diapers hit the mark.

It can be difficult to find a diaper that is non-irritating, made responsibly, and still holds in leaks. At 20 pounds, my active 9-month-old typically wears size 3 diapers. The size chart for Nest recommends size 3 for 14-26 pounds, and size 4 for 22-37 pounds. The size 3 was a perfect fit. The material and high rise of this diaper resulted in only one leak (including overnights) in the week we used them. We have had some issues with leaks recently in other brands, so I was very pleasantly surprised by how well these worked. The diapers have a bit of structure to them, but moved easily with my little guy. We had no issues with rash or irritation. In a wet diaper, I noticed the occasional piece of diaper fiber stuck to him. I find this fairly common with plant-based diapers, and it was easy to remove with a quick wipe. These diapers are a great eco-friendly alternative to cloth, both for parents who aren’t ready to commit to the laundry, and those who need an overnight or on-the-go option.

PROS:

Soft & non-irritating
Great fit and leak protection
Environmentally friendly, sustainable
Cute, neutral, white design

CONS:

Limited composting options

-Kate

Overall, these diapers were great and I am very satisfied with this product! The measured up to holding in all the mess to other similar diapers on the market. I like how they have the wet indicator line and they don’t leave my baby’s skin red, like some other diapers do. The packaging was very nice. The best part of these diapers for me is the size; they are a little bigger than most newborn diapers so my baby can grow into these for the next month or two!
-Kelsey

We tried the Nest Baby Diapers in size 4, which fits 22-37lbs. What I loved about them: plant-based materials, no harmful chemicals or allergens, hypoallergenic, and full transparency. For those who are eco-conscious and prefer non-toxic products for their littles, these definitely fit the bill. I also love the idea of these being compostable but you have to use one of the diaper compost partners and currently that only seems to be available in a few select areas. With more providers in the future, I think this has the potential to be an amazing way to cut down on so much waste created by disposable diapers. The diapers are absorbent, work well for daytime and overnight and had a good fit. They sag a little more than some others we’ve tried but nothing crazy. And they have the wetness indicator strip which I remember being particularly helpful with newborns. The only negative I would say is that in the morning with a full wet diaper from the night before, the outer layer felt a little damp but I don’t think it was actually coming through and it does not deter me from buying this brand.

The packaging is also recyclable, which is a plus, but I have to use scissors to open it, which is kind of a pain when you’re mid-diaper change and realize you need to open a new pack. I think that some kind of perforation in the packaging would easily fix that. Pricing is also comparable to other eco-friendly brands and it looks like they have a subscribe & save option coming soon.
-Christine

Thank you to Nest for providing our Gugu Village Parents with diapers for this review. We appreciate our Gugu Village Parents providing us with their honest thoughts. To learn more and order Nest Diapers, click here.

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What’s New on Gugu: June 18, 2019

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Last week, Gugu Guru took a trip to the Biggest Baby Shower in Chicago to check out some of the newest products. Below are some top finds from the Biggest Baby Shower from some brands that we know and love.

For a number of our other favorites, please check out our Explore page!

Momkindness Carry-All Tote: Although we featured this in our ‘Diaper Bags to Check Out’ post, I couldn’t help but mention it here as well. Three bags in one, the Momkindness Carry-All Tote is a tote, organizer insert, and a clutch! Great for a big trip to the zoo, or a walk to the park when you just need your essentials, the Momkindness bag is a trendy and stylish accessory. Plus, we love their mission to give back. Momkindness donates a portion of their proceeds to ‘Every Mother Counts,’ an organization that strives to bring quality maternity care to every mother.

Ilado Maternity Jewelry: Dating back to Mayan culture, maternity necklaces were originally used to help sooth newborns. Ilado’s maternity bell necklace creates a serene bell noise, which will soothe both mom and baby. A great gift for that mom-to-be who has ‘everything’ to help signify this special time of her life!

Baby Hearmuffs: Available in a variety of colors, we loved ‘hearing about’ (pun intended) the new line of ear protection from Lucid Audio. Great for sporting events, 4^th of July fireworks, and other loud activities, these will grow with your kids! We also love the soothe button, which allows you to communicate with your child while still offering some sound protection.

Born Free Product Line: We love the new line by Born Free, which includes a number of great products. Born Free believes that parents should be able to include baby in daily family life. They also believe that your products should be high-quality, budget-friendly and stylish! These items are easy to use day-to-day and are all multi-purpose. We love this line!

Bundle of Dreams: These mattresses are an excellent choice for eco-friendly parents. The lightweight mattress, made from recyclable materials also has an organic cotton cover. It is extremely easy to lift (for midnight sheet changes!) and can easily be flipped over to complete your toddler bed. It will truly grow with your little one!

Please note that these opinions are 100% my own and I have not received any products in exchange for placement in What’s New on Gugu!

Like what you see? Check out some other What’s New on Gugu posts:

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Diaper Bags to Check Out

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Looking for a Diaper Bag? We have you covered. From classics to some new brands on the market, in this guide, Gugu Guru has rounded up some of the coolest diaper bags certain to make carrying baby’s items a breeze.

Skip Hop Greenwich Backpack Diaper Bag

The vegan leather Greenwich Simply Chic Backpack Diaper Bag from SKIP*HOP is perfect for parents on the go. The stylish diaper bag features clean lines, multiple pockets for ultimate organization and comes with a cushioned changing pad for convenience.

Momkindness Carry-All Tote Trio

This newcomer is a combo including a Tote, Organizer Insert and Diaper Clutch. It is thoughtfully designed to fit a mom’s ever-changing daily routine. It’s 3 bags in 1 (plus, a padded changing mat) so take them all or take only what you need. Carry on your shoulder, as a backpack or messenger style. For every Momkindness purchase, a portion of the proceeds is donated to Every Mother Counts to help bring safe and respectful maternity care to mothers everywhere.

Twelve Little Diaper Clutch

For those times when you don’t want to take a full diaper bag, the Twelve Little Diaper Clutch is a great option for heading out with just the essentials. The Clutch includes a detachable mesh pouch and changing pad to make diaper changes a breeze. The Twelve Little Diaper Clutch has a main compartment that can hold 3-4 diapers and the small rear pocket will fit a few of your necessities as well. This clutch features a long detachable strap so it can be worn cross body.

Birdling Overnighter

The Birdling Overnighter is made with a durable canvas exterior and an easy to clean polyester interior. The Overnighter features four interior mesh pockets and seven exterior pockets to ensure you have room for all your and baby’s goodies. This bag features metal hardware and real leather trim along with a removable shoulder strap. This diaper bag can easily transition from your hospital bag to your diaper bag and then to a great family overnight bag.

Fawn Design Original Backpack

The Fawn Design Original Backpack is made with wipeable faux leather that you will find on the inside as well as the outside of the bag. There are six interior pockets, six exterior pockets and a keychain hook for easy access to your keys. The Fawn Design Original Backpack can be carried as a backpack or adjusted to be carried as a messenger bag.

Lily Jade
The Madeline bag from Lily Jade is the ultimate multi-talker because it converts to backpack or messenger carry in just seconds. Plus, it’s downright gorgeous. Lovingly crafted from stunning natural tanned leather with Lily Jade’s signature customer-requested jade lining.

Disclosure: We only recommend products we would use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. Products shared are curated by our editorial team. If you purchase something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission, at no cost to you.

The Village Reviews: NOLEO Cleanser and Moisturizer

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When choosing wipes and creams for your baby, ingredients matter. A single personal care product for babies may contain more than 30 ingredients! Nico Chery, the founder of NOLEO and a chemical engineer, knows babies deserve a safe and effective alternative. The NOLEO Cleanser and Moisturizer contains only five natural ingredients and replaces wipes and moisturizing cream. If you’re looking for a minimalist approach to diapering, you need to check out NOLEO. Our Gugu Village testers tried NOLEO and found the NOLEO Cleanser and Moisturizer works amazingly well, even for little ones with extremely sensitive skin.

This all-in-one product is our new favorite. We are relieved to find a product that is effective and natural, especially for our child’s sensitive skin. With only five ingredients (that we can also pronounce!), the consistency is just right and glides right on. It leaves her skin smooth and soft. One less product to keep on the changing table.
-Erica F., Mom to a 15-month-old

NOLEO wipe cream is amazing!! I LOVE how soft, smooth and gentle it is! I was skeptical about using something that is a cream and squirts out of a bottle, instead of a traditional wipe, but it works great. It even got rid of my baby’s red bum after the first diaper change using NOLEO. It is easy to use as you simply squirt the cream onto the organic cotton pad, wipe your baby and toss the pad into the garbage. There is no odor to the cream and it seems to even moisturize my baby’s skin. The pads are fairly absorbent but messy, poopy diaper changes require a few pads. This was the only difficult part as my baby is very squirmy so trying to keep her from rolling over while putting cream on another pad was a little tricky. For future uses after the first try, if I knew there was a poopy diaper, I would prepare a couple pads before starting the diaper change.

Pros:

Very gentle
Goes on smooth
Got rid of redness right away
Easy to use

Cons:

The pads were not neatly packaged so I took them out and laid them flat to make it easier to grab and apply cream during a diaper change. It would be nice if they could be packaged flat like make-up remover pads.
The pads are a little small for big, messy poop jobs. It would take me 3-4 of these wipe pads if there was a big poop so you have to plan ahead for big poop messes and get a few pads ready before opening the diaper .

-Jacqui W., Mom to an 11-month-old

When I used NOLEO the first thing I noticed was the smell of the product. It smelled natural. I was expecting something with a little more scent so that you can tell it’s for a baby. When using the product I did not notice any change with my little one, but you have to remember every child is different. He did not give me any problems when using it, which was nice, so it didn’t seem to phase him that I was using something different. Usually, with wipes (after you are done changing the stinky diaper and are waiting for the next messy one) there’s always a little odor left but I did not notice it as much with NOLEO.
-Nicole L., Mom to 15-month-old

Having twin boys with extremely sensitive skin, I was a bit nervous to start using a new wipe/diaper cream now that we’ve figured out a good routine. However, I have been blown away at how the NOLEO cream is able to both clean and moisturize no matter how big the mess. It was a little bit tricky to figure out the best way to transport in my diaper bag, but I absolutely love using NOLEO at home!
-Abby S., Mom to 2-year-old twin boys

I am always excited to discover new natural products for myself and my family so I was very interested in trying NOLEO’s Diaper Cleanser and Moisturizer.

Things I Loved:

Ingredient Transparency – I really loved the transparency of the ingredients of this product, they are proudly listed on the front of the bottle. I was able to feel fully confident in knowing what I was putting on my baby’s skin.
Gentle Application – The cotton pads and cleanser provided a very gentle application. I was happy to be able to clean and moisturize at the same. Sometimes regular baby wipes can feel a bit harsh and contribute to diaper rash, but this product was great for sensitive skin.
Scent – The biggest surprise about this cleanser is that it smells so good!

Things that would make it more awesome:

Portability – The only thing that would make it more awesome would be a travel set for ease of use on the go. I would love to be able to take this when going out for the day so an accompanied or optional 1 or 2-ounce bottle would be great.

Larger Cotton Pads for bowel movements – when changing my baby’s BM’s it would be nice to have larger sized cotton pads to help clean up the mess.

Overall, in the words of Marie Kondo, this diaper cleanser brings me joy.
-April A., Mom to an 8-month-old

As I prepare for baby #2 there are a few things I plan to do differently now that I’m a ‘seasoned’ mom. One of those things is cloth diapering. I didn’t know anything about cloth diapers when my first daughter was born almost 2-1/2 years ago, so we stocked up on disposable diapers and never looked back. The impact on the environment concerned me, but I didn’t think we had any other realistic options. Fast forward to today and I realize that cloth diapering really isn’t as complicated as I thought it would be. So since my 2-year-old isn’t potty trained yet, we’re experimenting now.

One thing I noticed about cloth diapers is that most of them recommend that you don’t use diaper cream. Wait, what? What do you do if your child gets diaper rash? Luckily this fantastic product from NOLEO not only replaces your wipes, lotion and diaper rash cream…it’s safe for cloth diapers! I wish I had found it sooner.

I love that it contains only a few natural ingredients. Did you know that many brands of wipes (even the ‘pure and gentle’ varieties) contain an abundance of chemicals? I was really disappointed when I looked at the package of wipes from the brand I had been using for almost two years. Having to apply the moisturizer to the cotton pad may seem like an extra step (what parent has time for extra steps?), but when you consider the fact that it’s not only safer for your baby AND you don’t have to apply additional lotion or diaper cream, you’re actually SAVING steps.

A little bit definitely goes a long way. One bottle will likely last 3-4 weeks and in that time can replace up to 150 traditional baby wipes! The wipes are made of organic cotton and just the right size to clean those little bums during a diaper change. If you have a baby with sensitive skin, these will help prevent any irritation as they’re free of bleach and other chemicals. I’ve even used them for my own skincare regimen – they make a great makeup remover!

After using this product for a week, I’ve noticed that my daughter’s skin is soft and smooth, which is hard to achieve during these dry winter months. When we first made the switch to cloth diapers, she actually did start to get a little red because the cloth doesn’t wick away the moisture the same way that a disposable diaper does. But after using NOLEO for just one day with each diaper change, her skin improved significantly, and she is now rash and redness-free. I would definitely recommend this to any parent with a child in diapers!

-Misty H, Mom to a two-year-old with one on the way!

We live in a townhouse, so I have a diaper changing station on each level of the house. I already had a diaper rash cream for the upstairs station, so I used NOLEO for downstairs diaper changes. I am not an eco-mama, nor does my baby have sensitive skin, but we still love this product!

Sometimes it seems like wipes just get your baby’s bum wet, leaving you dreading eternal “drying” phase and I was SO TIRED of it! With NOLEO, you can actually leave it on!! REVOLUTIONARY.

I’ll admit, I was too chicken to fully replace wipes with NOLEO. We still use traditional wipes for dirty diapers, but the cleaning power alone is justification enough for buying this!

-Emilie C., Mom to a 1-year-old

I really like the fact that Noleo only has six ingredients. It goes on very smooth. If my child’s bum was a bit irritated or red, I felt that I needed to put on an extra layer as it’s not thick like diaper cream. I do feel that the product helped with diaper rash. I could see results within the day.

I felt that the cotton wipes to apply the product are too small. Many times I ended up applying the product to my regular wipes and using it that way versus the small cotton wipes. My son was recently sick and was having big messes in his diaper and the small cotton wipes just weren’t cutting it.

If I could change anything about the product I’d recommend bigger cotton wipes with the product already applied to them to save the extra steps of shaking the product, opening it and pumping it on the wipe. My children don’t like to keep still while getting their diapers changed and this step took more time. I also had to use both hands to get the wipes prepared versus grabbing a wipe from the dispenser with one hand.

Overall I liked the product and would recommend it.
-Brooke G, Mom to a 1- and 3-year-old

Learn more about NOLEO on their website.

Thank you to all of our Gugu Village Moms for testing the NOLEO Cleanser and Moisturizer and providing us with their honest thoughts. If you are interested in testing new products and meeting other new and expectant moms, join our Gugu Village, here!

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Diaper Brand to Check Out: ABBY & FINN

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First and foremost, this post is not sponsored. (Honestly, we are not even sure that ABBY & FINN knows about Gugu Guru – haha!)

So, we admit it: sometimes when a new brand comes out, we’re a little jaded. For example, there are so many diaper brands to choose from out there that when a new diaper brand hits the shelves, the Gugu Guru team says, “These guys better be doing something really different if they’re going to stand out in this category.” You see, there are a lot of fish in the sea when it comes to baby products – whether it’s disposable diapers, strollers or bottles. So you really need to bring your A game if you’re going to introduce a product in a sea of similar baby products. That’s why we are loving ABBY & FINN – they’re standing out from the crowd and, quite simply, doing a lot of things right in our opinion.

Let’s start first with what ABBY & FINN is and what it has to offer: it’s a diapers and wipes subscription service. Here are six things we like about ABBY & FINN and what makes it stand out from other similar disposable diaper brands and subscription services out there:

The products are high quality, super soft with high absorbency but also really, really affordable (if you’re currently using or planning on using disposable diapers, affordability is key because you’ll go through a lot of them.) In fact, the ABBY&FINN brand was founded on the principle that the world needs to be rid of “overpriced diapers.” Can we get an amen, parents?
The line is natural – using no harmful chemicals or substances.
You don’t have to worry about any kind of commitment or your credit card being charged even though you thought you canceled on time. Nope – none of that hassle. With ABBY & FINN, you can pause, cancel or edit at any time.
The designs are crowd-sourced, which is just cool because, well, community rocks.
Probably our favorite aspect of this service is just how customizable it is. You can choose multiple sizes in a single box because, as many seasoned parents can attest, babies grow and sometimes they grow so dang fast that the diaper that fit yesterday doesn’t tomorrow.
Last but certainly not least, this is a company with an amazing mission. ABBY & FINN’s goal is to provide 1,000,000 diapers to families in need. With every subscription, they donate to these families and they’re at a little over one-quarter of their goal at the time this post was published.

Product Discovery: Curasalve Natural Diaper Rash Cream

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We just discovered an organic, natural diaper rash cream line called Curasalve that we’re excited about and we wanted to share it with our readers. One thing that we hear pretty much on the daily from our community of parents is that they’re looking for the newest, high quality natural and organic products for parenting. What we’re loving about the Curasalve natural diaper rash cream line is the ingredient safety and transparency. The brand offers one product for prevention and one product for treatment.

You might want to consider Curasalve if: you’re interested in eco-friendly and organic products for your babe and are willing to spend a bit more to get quality, natural products and/or your baby has sensitive skin and you haven’t had any luck with other treatments available.

Let’s start with the Prevention Cream. As the product name suggests, this natural diaper rash cream is a preventative measure so that parents can stop diaper rash before it happens. Just apply the prevention cream daily between diaper changes as an effective moisture barrier to irritants in the diaper. It’s 100% organic and free of parabens, phthalates, fragrances, silicones, dimethicone, petrolatum, mineral oil, lanolin, petroleum, PEGs and dyes (some of the yucky stuff found in other diapering products) so you don’t have to worry about what you’re applying to your baby’s bum.

And for even the most stubborn and irritating diaper rashes, Curasalve offers its Treatment Paste natural diaper rash cream that contains skin nourishing agents like coconut oil and soothing aloe vera.

You can purchase both of these products as a set in the Bundle.

Because we have a huge soft spot for mom entrepreneurs, we also love that Curasalve was founded by one. Kelley, mom to beautiful Guiliana, started this company to give parents the peace of mind in knowing there is a diaper cream brand free of harmful toxins that still works fast.

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