Car Seats

Claire Holt’s Motherhood Must-Haves

We are so excited to have teamed up with Claire Holt again to highlight her favorite products now that her little guy has turned one! In the blink of an eye, her cutie has gone from infancy to rolling over, then eating and is now on the move! Here are some of Claire’s top must-haves that have helped her throughout her first year and beyond as a new mom! Plus, we love Claire’s social media posts about motherhood, especially as she gets ready to welcome baby #2– be sure to follow her on Instagram!

Fourth Trimester Must-Haves

Baby K’tan: I really loved using this wrap when James was a newborn. He instantly calmed when I wore him and it allowed me to actually get things done! It was so easy to put on (which was very important to me as I struggled with some of the other ‘rubix cube’ wraps), and I was able to pop it in the washing machine to keep it clean. Highly recommend!

Magnetic Me Onesies: These are a MUST!!! We tried many different types of onesies and these are the clear winners. They are so easy to snap, which is crucial for middle of the night changing and bath time fussiness. I love love love love this brand.

aden + anais Swaddles/Blankets: SO beautiful, soft, and very high quality. We really love these and they make great gifts!

Diaper Dékor Plus: The best part about this pail is how easy it is to empty. You simply cut the continuous liner on the side of the pail, tie a knot, and you’re good to go. It’s handsfree and really effective at trapping odors.

Travel Must-Haves

Doona Car Seat/Stroller: This is my absolute favorite baby product. We traveled with James from a very young age and this car seat/stroller made our lives so much easier. It’s lightweight, durable, very comfortable, and switches easily between the two modes. My only wish is that it came in a bigger size, as James grew out of it by 6 months. This is a MUST HAVE if you plan on traveling or just want to save a little space in your home!

Hatch Baby Sound Machine: Awesome product for home or on-the-go. It has such a wide variety of sound options and also works as a night light. We travel with it everywhere – it really helps to keep him in a deep sleep

4moms Breeze Playard: Really great for travel – so easy to set up and pack away. The mattress is super comfortable. We use this for sleep and for playtime.

Skip Hop Pronto Portable Changer: Really great for those times when you don’t want to lug around a large diaper bag. I found it very useful when I had to change him in places with limited space (like a plane bathroom!).

Ergobaby Omni 360 Carrier– I really love this carrier! It’s so easy to use and James loves facing both inward and outward. It was invaluable on my recent trip to Australia – I walked up and down the plane aisle wearing him for many hours. It saved my back and my sanity. While I love the Baby K’tan for newborns, this worked better for me once James got a little bigger.

On-The-Go Must-Haves

Nuna Pipa: We brought James home from this hospital in this car seat and I used this when we weren’t traveling until he was around 6 months old. The Nuna Pipa is a great design and James always seemed very comfortable in it. Safety is obviously the main priority and I always felt confident that he was safe and secure.

Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Convertible Car Seat– Obsessed with this seat. Now that James is bigger he is much more comfortable in this style. It’s beautifully made, very secure, and easy to clean. Huge fan.

Artipoppe Carrier: Another of my favorite carriers. This carrier is SO gorgeous. The quality is incredible, the patterns are really unique, and when I’m wearing it, strangers always ask about it!

Silver Cross Jet: LOVE this travel stroller. It’s so simple to fold, becomes incredibly compact, and most importantly is super comfortable. It also looks really stylish. James even prefers this stroller over the larger version. So glad silver cross released this model!

Sleep Must-Haves

Colgate Natural I Crib Mattress: Love that this mattress is eco-friendly and all natural. It’s hypoallergenic, very safe, and very comfortable.

Magic Merlin Sleepsuit: This suit was really helpful when we transitioned James from the swaddle. He slept really well and most importantly was safe in his crib. We didn’t use it for long but it was a very valuable tool when we needed it.

Crane Humidifer: We use this in the winter months. I like that it dispenses a cool mist making it safe for infants. The design is stylish and it’s easy to use.

Breathable Crib Liners: This liner stops James from getting his arms and legs caught in the crib bars. Love that it doesn’t restrict airflow and is a safer alternative to crib bumpers.

Playtime Must-Haves

4moms mamaRoo4: An excellent infant seat option starting right at the newborn stage. This seat has multiple movement patterns and is a great way to keep baby calm during playtime!

Monti Kids: I am a huge fan of Montessori and love that this is an age-appropriate subscription service. The wooden toys are beautifully made and specifically designed for development. The subscription provides parents/caregivers with access to the Monti Kids Learning Centre, which gives instructions and shares research. I did have an issue with the Level 1 mobile. I couldn’t collapse it and took up a large amount of space. Upon checking their website, it seems that they’ve addressed this and the new mobile is adjustable! All of the other toys are really great.

Toki Play Mat: Really great for newborns, it’s made of very soft organic material and has a machine washable cover. It’s portable and comes in lots of great prints.

People Toy Company- Mochi blocks: James is obsessed with these toys! I love that they’re free of harmful chemicals and made from rice – makes me feel better when they spend most of the time in his mouth!

DockATot: The DockATot does an amazing job at keeping the baby cozy. Great for supervised lounging and playtime. Plus it is super portable.

Feeding Must-Haves

Comotomo Bottles: These bottles are the best! We tried glass at first, but they were heavy and I was always worried about dropping them. I love that the Comotomo is made of food-grade silicone, easy to clean, and the nipple mound is quite large, which resembles a breast. By far James’ favorite type of bottle.

Boon Lawn Drying Rack: Large, easy to clean, and keeps the bottles in place as they dry. It seems very simple but I tried a number of different racks and this was the best.

Inglesina Fast Table chair: This is so great for travel! He does much better in this than a traditional restaurant high chair. Easy to clean and very comfortable.

Wabi Baby UV Sterilizer: Another of my must-have items. Great design, highly effective, and easy to use. Sterilizes and dries toys and bottles very quickly. We love it so much that despite the size, we packed it in the back of the car and brought it on vacation with us. (Side note – the Wabi Baby UV Sterilizer is currently

Beaba Babycook: We make our own organic food for James when we can (it’s a little more difficult when traveling), and this product makes it very easy. It steams AND purees the food, which means less equipment and fewer dishes! We have transitioned to more textures so don’t use the puree function as much anymore, but we still use it to steam fruits/veggies.

Clothing Must-Haves

Saint Haven Clothing: I am in love with these clothes. They are so soft yet incredibly durable. James lives in the one-pieces.

Little Crowns NYC Hats: The most adorable little hats. Super stylish and adjustable as they grow. Most importantly, he never tries to rip them off!

Thank you SO much to Claire for all of her insight and photos of her little guy and his favorite items.

Child Restraint Systems Finalist List: JPMA 2020

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The Child Restraint Systems finalists for the JPMA 2020 Innovation Awards have arrived – in style! These child restraint systems are the best of the best to ensure baby is safe and sound on all of your adventures.

WINNER! CYBEX Sirona S CYBEX’s new Sirona S is the first convertible car seat in the U.S. to feature an innovative 360° rotatable seat with a load leg. Its innovative rotating feature makes switching between rear-facing and forward-facing positions quicker and easier than ever by eliminating the need for re-installation and providing a convenient entry/exit position that reduces uncomfortable lifting for the parent. The Sirona S load leg stabilizes the seat and can significantly reduce crash forces. The Sirona S also features SensorSafe™ technology that syncs with a caregiver’s smartphone to provide alerts when a child is left unattended after the car turns off, a child unbuckles themselves, or the ambient temperature around the child becomes too hot or too cold. Get it here>>

Child Restraint Systems Finalist: Carfoldio hifold the fit-and-fold booster The hifold fit-and-fold car booster seat is the world’s most adjustable and portable booster seat. The unique “”multi-fit”” technology adjusts independently for height, head width, body width and seat width to 243 individual settings. This ensures optimal belt fit and comfort for children of all body shapes and as they grow. hifold is also the world’s most portable highback booster. The “multi-fold” system allows hifold to easily fold down for portability and storage. hifold comes with a built-in carry strap and at only 10 lbs is easy to carry around. hifold is regulated in the US (NHTSA standard FMVSS 213) and in every country worldwide (Australia is still pending), so it is ideal for taking anywhere on vacation. Get it here>>

Child Restraint Systems Finalist: Safe Traffic System, Inc. Ride Safer Travel Vest The Ride Safer Travel Vest is an alternative to child seats and booster seats for children 3 years old and up. Very light, portable, easy to use and convenient, Ride Safer Travel Vests offer an alternative to heavy and bulky car seats and booster seats for parents and caregivers on-the-go. Taxi, Uber public transportation and air travel is made much easier. It is certified as a Harness under FMVSS 213 so it can be used with a lap-only seat belt with a tether or with a lap and shoulder belt with, or without, the tether legally in all 50 states plus many countries worldwide. Get it here>>

Child Restraint Systems Finalist: Maxi-Cosi Coral XP Infant Car Seat Designed for giving you an extra hand. Carry your baby with ease, comfort and convenience. The Coral XP is the first-ever integrated car seat and carrier system and was built for helping parents move about with ease. The Coral’s revolutionary Lightweight Inner Carrier can be seamlessly removed from the car seat’s Outer Shell. And, with a specially designed, first-of-its-kind cross body flex-strap, the Coral lets you go through your day with ease, so you can get things done, and pinch those cheeks every chance you get. Watch the Maxi-Cosi website for a launch!

Child Restraint Systems Finalist: Britax® B-Free Premium Travel System with Endeavours Infant Car Seat (Clean Comfort) Travel in luxury, wherever you go with the B-Free Premium Travel System. The stroller is made with a stain-resistant, Nanotex-treated fabric, and a wicking seat liner that’s removable for easy cleaning. Plus, the leatherette handlebar is stylish & adjustable. The expandable canopy is ventilated for a cooler ride, and the no-rethread harness easily adjusts as your child grows. When you’re ready to roll, fold the stroller in seconds with one hand. The Endeavours Infant Car Seat combines trusted Britax Safety with stain-resistant Nanotex technology, wicking fabric and extra padding for a clean, cool, comfortable ride. SafeCenter LATCH makes it easy to secure & tighten the base. When you’re on the go without the base, securely install the seat using the European Belt Guide. Get it here>>

Strollers Finalist List: JPMA 2020

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The results for the top strollers are in! We are highlighting the winner and finalists of the JPMA 2020 Innovation Awards. You can’t go wrong with any of these!

WINNER! Dream On Me INC Coast Rider Stroller with Canopy The Dream On Me Coast Rider Stroller is the perfect item for parents on the move! This modern style stroller folds compactly, making it a breeze to travel with your little passenger anywhere, anytime! Allow the stroller to adapt to you and your child’s needs for their personal excursion. It comes with a variety of conversions and features including a removable seat back, safety harness with adjustable handles and push bars. The Coast can be easily plugged-in with any stroller, making it a perfect dual ride for older brothers or sisters, relinquishing the need to purchase yet another twin or extra stroller. Check it out>>

Strollers Finalist: Zoe Baby Products The Trio+ Rocking a 3 under 5 situation? We’ve got your back. The Luxe Trio+ can be used as a triple stroller or converted in seconds to a twin or vice versa with our patent-pending connection system allowing you to convert the twin stroller into the lightest, easiest, most convenient triple in the market. The lightest Triple available, folds easily to fit in the trunk of a compact car, incredible maneuverability thanks to our new ball-bearing wheels. Six beautiful 900D soft fabric choices, leatherette handles, extra-large canopies and new sleek design. Whether you’re traveling to Disney or the grocery store, the Trio+ makes life easier with three children, or use the Trio seat for the pup or extra “stuff”. Easily folded and placed in two separate backpacks for travel. Check it out>>

Strollers Finalist: Baby Trend Expedition® RaceTec™ Jogger Plus Taking Baby Trend’s signature Expedition® Jogger to the next level! Our new Expedition® RaceTec™ Jogger Plus offers a premium and personalized jogging experience for all consumers at different heights and jogging satisfaction. With the innovative 4-position Rotational Angled Rubber Flex-grip Handles combined with Height Adjustability, our Expedition® RaceTec™ Jogger Plus offers parents to personalize their own jogging experience in different levels of comfort when experiencing different fields, turns, inclined roads and surfaces. Not only did we design with jogging parents’ comfort in mind, we have also made each position easy to adjust with just buttons and latches so jogging parents are able to adjust on the run! Watch the Baby Trend website for a launch date!

Strollers Finalist: Nuna TRIV This fully-featured compact stroller is perfect for city living or jet-setting travelers. TRIV is cleverly designed with a seat that can face both ways and fold both ways, and can easily convert to a travel system. The ring adapter can even fold with the frame, creating the perfect sidekick to your everyday adventures! Check it out>>

Strollers Finalist: Contours® Element™ 1-to-2 Stroller The revolutionary Contours Element is a convertible, side-by-side stroller that can accommodate 1 or 2 children to grow with your family. This innovative stroller does not need any adjustments to the stroller frame to switch between single or double stroller mode, can easily fit through standard doorways, and can accommodate over 35 different seating modes for one or two children. Plenty of accessories (sold separately) allow parents to use the stroller with one or two infant car seats (over 35 different models), bassinets, and stroller seats, providing the ultimate in flexibility and adaptability. Underseat storage basket, side storage tote, and parent organizer, color-coded brake, leatherette handle, UPF 50+ sun canopy, and a standing fold. Watch the Contours website for a launch date!

Wanderlust Must-Haves

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Whether you’re a frequent flying fam or planning the very first trip with your babe, you’ll want to check out some of these travel must-haves.

WAYB Pico Travel Car Seat: Weighing in at an ultralight 8lbs, WAYB’s Pico car seat is a compact forward-facing car seat made of aerospace-grade aluminum and high-performance mesh. Suitable for children who weigh between 22-50lbs and are 30-45″ tall.

Busy Baby Mat: Finally, mealtime and flights can be peaceful. The Busy Baby Mat tether system allows you to attach almost any toys so they never hit the germ-filled ground! Enjoy 15% OFF thru 3/31 with code GUGUGURU.

Larktale Chit Chat Stroller: A jet-setter’s dream. By using a unique recyclable fiber infused nylon, the chit chat’s SpaceFrame is constructed to be incredibly lightweight allowing for easy maneuverability and fold.

Lasc al m1 Carrier: Lascal’s new m1 Carrier is really the ONLY carrier you will ever need; offering 3 unique carrying positions within an ergonomic design. Suitable for children 8-33lbs.

Thank you to WAYB, Busy Baby Mat, Larktale, and Lascal for making this travel must-haves sponsored post possible – we are so appreciative!

Check out some of our other favorite travel posts:
Eco-Friendly Toddler Must-Haves for Traveling Families
The Ultimate Travel Registry for Flying with an Infant

Real Mom Review: Clek Foonf

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Sleek. Simple. Modern. Minimal. All that and more can be found in the Clek Foonf car seat. One of our Gugu Guru team members tried this car seat with her 16-month-old-daughter and quickly fell in love. Read what she has to say about it below.

We love the super soft material of this car seat. It’s cushioned in all the right places to hug baby and keep her comfortable. We live in Alaska and the seat material is perfect. It doesn’t get super cold when our cars sit outside like her infant car seat would. The material would be great for warm states too because it won’t get warm sitting in the sun in a hot car either.

It’s not as bulky and wide as some of the other car seats on the market and fits nicely in both of our cars, a Ford Escape and a Ford F-150 Super Crew Cab. Bonus: it was also super easy to install properly!

Two of the most important things I looked for in a car seat were a solid frame build and a nice headrest. The headrest in this seat is amazing and really supports her head when she falls asleep on car rides. Clek says the Foonf is “built like a tank” and it truly is! It’s engineered with a steel and magnesium substructure, energy-absorbing crumple technology, and a rebound bar. The safety of this seat really can’t be beaten.

I would highly recommend this car seat to any family with littles. My only regret? Not buying one sooner! She would have loved it as an infant and will be able to use this car seat for years!

Thanks to Clek for sending a Foonf for testing. The thoughts mentioned in this article are my own.

Learn more or purchase the Clek Foonf on Amazon here.

Britax One4Life ClickTight All-in-One Car Seat

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Installing a car seat can be a frustrating task but not with the new Britax One4Life ClickTight All-in-One Car Seat. Britax’s One4Life ClickTight All-in-One Car Seat has changed car seat installation forever. Gone are the days of blindly threading the seat belt through a car seat and hoping the installation was correct. Click Tight technology allows you to easily pinch open the seat, insert the seatbelt through the seat and click the seat closed. It is as easy as buckling a seatbelt!

At Gugu Guru we love the long lifespan of the One4Life. It can be used from birth (5 pounds) to 120 pounds. The One4Life can be used both rear and forward-facing and has a 10-year expiration, eliminating the need to purchase multiple car seats.

In addition to a long list of the great safety features, Britax has kept your child’s comfort a top priority. The One4Life has nine different recline positions, stay-put comfort pads to prevent neck rub and ventilated mesh for maximum happiness during car trips.

If you are registering for your little one or want easier car seat installation, consider the Britax One4Life ClickTight All-in-One Car Seat. Thanks to Britax for sending a One4Life for testing. The thoughts mentioned in this article are my own.

Learn more or purchase the Britax One4Life ClickTight All-in-One Car Seat on Amazon here.

Like this review? Check out the Larktale Strollers Review by The Gugu Village.

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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Out + About with Evenflo: Innovative Gear You’ll Love

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Outings with your little can contain struggles and juggles—but they don’t have to. Evenflo developed a line of popular products that are replacing those moments with ease and comfort. A pioneer in the baby market, Evenflo’s innovative gear perfectly fuses security and comfort with high-tech designs to deliver safe and enjoyable out-and-about experiences for you and your babe.

Evenflo’s patented SensorSafe™ technology connects you to your little one the entire time, in real time. It’s built into the clip of their car seats and strollers and alerts you, through the app, if babe gets unbuckled or if the temperature is too warm. When verbal communication doesn’t yet exist, this connectivity to babe’s needs is invaluable—and it is found in the products below.

One stroller we absolutely love is the Pivot Xplore All-Terrain Stroller Wagon. It easily transforms into an adventure-ready wagon—with the flip of a handle. This change lets you stroll with up to two kids, up to age five! The terrain wheels make sandy, beach day strolls simple and joyful, while the UPF 50+ canopies are an incredible add-on (one less thing to worry about).

We also found the Evenflo® Gold Shyft™ Modular Travel System to be a game-changer. This versatile, infant-to-toddler stroller offers six different modes of use and a three-position reclining seat to keep babe smiling through adventures, big and small. Forward-facing or parent-facing, this sleek, functional Shyft rolled onto our list as soon as we learned about it.

Road trip? Whether you’re getting groceries or going to Grandma’s, it’s essential to find a car seat that’s secure and safe. The built-in security aspects of the Evenflo Gold SensorSafe™ SecureMax™ Smart Infant Car Seat caught our attention right away. Along with the SensorSafe™ to keep you at peace while you’re behind the wheel, the ultra-simple harness makes it easy to adjust babe’s constantly-changing size. Another tremendous feature to note: the SafeZone Load Leg Technology. It stabilizes the car seat and reduces rotation by 50%.

Lastly, this all-in-one convertible car seat features a grow-with-me design that can stay with your kiddo from 4lbs to 120lbs! Designed for 10 years of use, the Evenflo Gold SensorSafe™ EveryStage™ Smart All-in-One Convertible Car Seat has an in-seat reclining feature to offer extra support and comfort, and more importantly, has EasyClick™ installation. This feature makes your little one’s car seat 3X tighter than the competition—ensuring a wiggle-free, protected journey.

Wherever you go, Evenflo has a pioneering product to lead you down your path with ease. Check them out (Use code GUGUGURU10 for 10% off any of these items) and enjoy the ride.

Thank you to Evenflo for making this sponsored post possible!

Evenflo Gold Line: Total Treasures

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As you all know, finding the right car seat and stroller can be a daunting task. With endless options in the marketplace, we decided to dig deep and we struck GOLD: Evenflo introduced app-enabled safety technology, trendy designs, top of the line guarantees and other smart features to their products in their new Evenflo Gold line— and as the name implies, this gear will be a total treasure, especially for digitally-savvy parents. Plus, scroll down for a special discount code!

There are five products to this line, but today we’re focusing on the EveryStage Car Seat and Pivot Xpand Stroller System today.

Evenflo Gold Line: EveryStage Car Seat

We love this car seat because it’s an all-in-one, grow-with-your child ride, hence the name. At the heart of this car seat, is the innovative SensorSafeTM technology. Here’s how it works: You download the free SensorSafeTM app and buckle babe to activate SensorSafeTM. The app syncs with the chest clip and alerts you the moment an issue arises with the buckle, harness or babe’s temperature. This incredible technology lets you stay focused on the road and can help to alleviate a great deal of anxiety that can come with driving with little ones in the car.

Aside from the high-tech advancements, the rest of the design is equally impressive. In the EveryStage Car Seat, babe will love the plush, premium fabric and ergonomic, durable accents. And you will love the premium level of protection and performance that’s ready to grow with your kiddo—it can hold up to 120 pounds! It also features EasyClick Installation that makes your babe’s strap 3x tighter than competitors—the wiggle-free ride is a game-changer. Another item to note is the in-seat reclining feature when your baby is little and rear-facing provides additional head support which also helps to keep airways open.

Evenflo Gold Line: Pivot Xpand Modular Travel System with SecureMax Smart Infant Car Seat

Evenflo Gold goes above and beyond the expected—and luckily for us parents, you can rock and stroll with the Pivot Xpand with ease. A few key points: You don’t need any additional parts or tools to convert it from a single to a double stroller, and it can be configured 22 ways to make sure the transition from infant to a 55-pound-kiddo (or two!) is safe and comfy during all stages of growth.

The system includes one toddler seat as well as the SecureMax Smart Infant Car Seat, which has the same incredible SensorSafeTM technology built-in to provide total peace of mind for parents.

Priced at $499, this modular stroller system is especially an awesome option for expectant or new parents who plan to have more children in the next couple years. With the Pivot Xpand stroller, you won’t have to worry about needing to purchase a double stroller down the road.

Evenflo’s dedication to safety, quality, innovation and accessibility puts them on our radar. And bonus: If they’re on yours, try out their Gold gear for 100 days and enjoy a lifetime warranty. Plus, their customer care team, ParentLink, will help you install your car seat with live video installation support! Use discount code GUGUGURU10 for 10% off your purchase.

To read reviews, add to your registry or purchase, visit https://www.evenflo.com/gold/

Thank you to Evenflo for making this sponsored post possible.

BONUS CONTENT: Check out our gear expert, Julie, reviewing this awesome Evenflo Gold gear in these two videos:

Like what you see? Check out this Real Mom Review of Evenflo’s EveryStage DLX

Newborn Must Haves for Active Families

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Are you getting ready to welcome your little one? We were so thrilled to work with popular fitness influencer, Dasha Anderson (founder of Kettlebell Kickboxing) and her husband Dan as they prepared to welcome their first little lady! Fitness plays a big role in their household and we wanted to highlight that with our picks for this active couple. Below we teamed up with Dasha and Dan to look back on the past few months since welcoming Baby Ariana and highlight some of their favorite newborn essentials for active families.

Cybex Balios Stroller and Cybex Q Car Seat: Dasha has described this easy-to-use travel system as, “Sleek and comfortable! The car seat and stroller have been both hiking with me and strolling through New York City. The baby loves it and we feel stylish and secure in it. The safety features alone make this travel system a no brainer.” This travel system was an excellent choice for Dasha’s lifestyle both in and out of the city! Since Dasha lives just outside of NYC, weather can be a factor. We recommended she pair her stroller and car seat with the 7AM Enfant Poncho (great for the carrier or the stroller!) and Blanket 212 Evolution (also great for the stroller!) to help keep her little lady warm no matter what!

Joeyband by Sleepbelt: We love the Joeyband for new parents and Dasha’s family was no exception. When seated, the Joeyband offers hands-free support to baby, making those early days of skin-to-skin significantly easier. This was such an easy way to promote bonding between Dasha, her husband, and Baby Ari.

Fridababy Baby Basics Kit: This kit is a must for any registry. The Nose Frida is now used in nearly every household with a newborn and the NailFrida makes nail clipping not so scary. The Cradle Cap brush will also help with those early baths. But the real must-have here is the Windi, which will help relieve baby’s gas in dire situations!

Diaper Dekor: We loved this Diaper Pail for Dasha, because aesthetically it doesn’t scream “Dirty Diapers inside!” It does an excellent job keeping odors out of the room and comes in three sizes. It is completely hands-free, won’t dent or rust and can be converted to a regular trash can once you’re done with the diaper stage!

Love to Dream Swaddle: Our favorite swaddles by Love to Dream allow baby to keep his/her hands up while still giving them that tight, womblike feeling. “Love to Dream Swaddles are the best because like most modern parents we spent some nights traveling to Grandmas or taking baby to our gym. The swaddle created a level of consistency no matter the crib or the setting!” These will help baby sleep well no matter where you are!

Belli Skincare Hello Glow Bundle: This bundle, which includes the Healthy Glow Facial Hydrator & Moisturizer and the Eye Brightening Cream is a favorite amongst our new moms. “Skin care is tricky when you have baby – you need the best products with the most natural ingredients. My skin was super dry and I had a hard time keeping up with my skin care routine. Belli made it easy! The consistency was great enough to have on all day and into night with no reapplication for a busy mom.”

4moms Breeze Playard: Having recently moved into a house and being a dog mom, Dasha needed somewhere that her little miss could play safely. “It is great to give your baby a safe and secure place in the home to move for tummy time or play time. It [also] really helps new moms actually run to the bathroom! Was anyone else scared to do this in the first few weeks?”

Baby K’tan Carrier: Since Dasha does so much work from home, we recommended the Baby K’tan carrier to use immediately after arriving home from the hospital. Also, we love the K’tan Active here for obvious reasons! “Baby K’tan was amazing for a working mom trying to get things done! It’s literally the only way I was able to type anything and the main reason I was caught up on my inbox. Plus the baby never felt like I was neglecting her.”

Crane Humidifier: We love the Crane Humidifier for so many reasons! Dasha was due in February in New York, an extremely dry and cold time of year. To keep humidity up during the cold months, Dasha set up the Crane humidifier in the nursery. This is also super helpful when baby has his/her first cold, inevitable in the winter!

Stokke Tripp Trapp w/ Newborn Seat: While it is an investment, this was Dasha’s top recommended product. “In all honesty, this was the BEST item on my list mainly because of the mileage we’ve put in this elegant chair. The newborn attachment allowed me to eat dinner, drink coffee, and answer email like a regular person – all while still being with my baby.”

Dasha is also the founder of Kettlebell Kickboxing and has created a series of fitness programs that are easy to complete at home with very little (or no!) equipment. Check them out today!

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