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Love Your Baby’s Skin with Bubbsi

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Protecting your baby’s sensitive skin has never been easier or safer with Bubbsi. They offer everything from skin products to hair care and provide solutions for a variety of skin concerns. Whether your baby has normal baby skin or deals with anything from eczema to diaper rash, there’s a product for you and your little one. 

Focusing on healthy, non-toxic options, Bubbsi starts with organic coconut oil to help moisturize as well as soothe irritated skin. All of the Bubbsi products are free from parabens, phthalates, sulfates, mineral oil, and more. To boot, Bubbsi will not irritate your little one’s eyes. 

Additionally, the cute packaging helps keep skincare fun, offering kids a cute alternative to other more serious brands. While your favorite part of Bubbsi might be soothing your baby’s skin issues, their favorite part will definitely be the cute animal packaging. It’s like another toy for the bathtub. In keeping with the safety theme, the bottles are made from food-grade silicone, which is both durable and non-toxic. You can feel comfortable letting your little one play with the bottles while you wash their hair. 

With so many options for skin and hair, where should you start with Bubbsi? The Newborn Starter Set comes with Whipped Coconut Oil Body Cream, Creamy Coconut Oil Shampoo & Conditioner, and Coconut Oil Balm for bath + body + bum. You’ll get a head-to-toe moisturizing introduction to Bubbsi with one purchase of $62. Which brings us to one more selling point: Bubbsi offers refills!

That’s right. When you buy your product in the cute, food-grade silicone bottle, you can then just buy refills. You’ll save money—40% less! You’ll also help the environment with 75% less packaging. It’s less costly for you and the planet. You’ll be setting your baby up with clean and healthy skin, saving money, and helping the planet all in one fell swoop. 

When you choose Bubbsi, you’ll be doing right by your baby and the planet. You can’t go wrong!

Thank you to Bubbsi for making this sponsored post possible.

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Ecofriendly, Gift Ideas, Health, Health & Wellness, Toddlers Tagged With: bathtime

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Territory Foods: Food for Motherhood

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We’re bringing something extra yummy today with the scoop on Territory Foods! This company features ready-to-heat, nutritionist-designed meals made by local chefs. As a parent, our health often falls to the wayside as we focus on everyone else around us. Knowing how important nutritional food is, especially for people on the motherhood journey, Territory Foods created a solution that is both time-saving and tasty!

Support Your Nutrition

They have really done their research when it comes to food. The menus are built on a foundation of non-inflammatory, nutrient-dense foods. The meals are made without gluten, dairy, processed oils, refined sugars, and other ingredients that are known to cause inflammation. You can rest assured that the meals you receive are well thought out and support your overall nutrition.

Territory Foods meals are based on a Mediterranean Diet and are plant-forward, high in fiber, and contain a mix of proteins from plants, seafood, and some poultry. You’ll receive a balanced diet that supports your well-being and a healthy baby, whether trying to conceive, pregnant, or postpartum. A balanced diet that offers all the key nutrients is so important in all stages of motherhood.

Fresh Meals

With Territory Foods, you know you are getting meals with wholesome ingredients like fresh produce, lean meats, and even healthy fats that include natural compounds like fiber and phytochemicals, which help your body absorb all the good nutrients in their meals. And guess what. These meals are ready to eat in less than 2 minutes so they’re perfect for busy families and working moms alike!

We know that moms often turn to supplements to support a healthy diet and fill in the gaps in our nutrition. Did you know that while these are sometimes needed, food is the first and best source of nutrition for your body? Yup!

Nutrient-Dense Foods

Territory meals are made with nutrient-dense foods that fully support a prenatal diet, including 20g of protein (or more), folate, iron, and calcium-rich foods. Broccoli, leafy greens, beans, asparagus, and more are prepared in a variety of ways by a network of talented chefs every single week. We love that the ingredients are from clean sources to support your nutrition. Better yet, choose from over 35+ recipes weekly to customize your meals to fit your needs, and your taste buds.

Territory Foods supports couples at every single stage of parenthood. We think the choice is clear, but don’t let us decide for you. Check it out for yourself >>

Stay tuned for more about this awesome food brand –
some of our Gugu Guides are testing it out as we speak!

Thank you to Territory Foods for making this sponsored post possible.

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The Scoop: Baby Boldly Birth Bag – Fully Prepared

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Preparedness and Motherhood rarely go hand in hand, but Baby Boldly has created an all-in-one hospital bag that will do just that. As a third-time mom-to-be, I should know everything that I am going to need to bring to the hospital for labor and delivery.  However, as a third-time mom-to-be, I have two other little loves to worry about packing for as well.  On top of everyday life – school, kids’ activities, work, meal planning, laundry, cleaning, etc. – preparing for baby #3 has been a little more stressful and a lot more time-crunched than I expected. Having the Baby Boldly Birth Bag: Fully Prepared pre-packed and shipped directly to me has checked at least one thing off of my list. 

Truly Comprehensive – 

With over 30+ unique pieces, my birth bag was packed ensuring I had every essential, not just some of them. With items to help with labor, nursing, showering, and any down-time in between I am confident that I will be covered.  Additionally, 1 thing I love is that there is still room left in the main bag for me to add in any personal items I might choose to bring as well. 

Non-toxic + Practical – 

I guess you could consider me a “Scrunchy Mom” since I strive to find a balance between choosing products that are as natural as possible but also are convenient.  The toiletries and personal care items included were sourced to ensure that they are non-toxic and contain quality ingredients especially as momma’s senses are heightened during this unique time in her life.  My bag included items from brands I was already familiar with and confident in like Pharmacopia, Burt’s Bees, Schmitt’s, Tom’s, Earth Mama, Bamboobies, and Rael. 

The weekender bag itself is made from easy-to-clean nylon with vegan leather accents and features magnetic closures, a zippered top, and 10 pockets + a toiletry bag. As someone who typically packs in cubes and travel pouches galore, I am thrilled for the organizational options and the future possibilities to use it as a diaper bag, pumping bag, or duffle.

Designed by Mamas, For Mamas – 

Maybe my favorite aspect of the Birth Bag: Fully Prepared is the support and thoughtfulness that comes along with it.  Right when you open the box, there is a note from the Baby Boldly team encouraging you and letting you know that you are not alone and that sentiment follows you throughout with details like a tag stating “You Got This” on the 2 in 1 Nursing/Infant Carrier Cover and “Strong as a Mother” written on the reusable water bottle and grippy socks.  Plus, in a more subtle way the inclusion of a sentimental book (for when you want to disconnect), honey sticks (hospital approved for energy), and a massage ball (cramps can be no joke!) show that this bag is the ultimate gift to yourself or a momma-to-be you love. It completely prepares you for birth in a hospital or birth center.

Thank you to Baby Boldly for making this sponsored post possible.

Check out more resources to prepare for your hospital stay:
5 Best Hospital Bag Products for Mom
Ultimate Hospital Bag Packing List
Hospital Bag Musts – The things you may forget!

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5 Real Moms Tell us Why This Teether is a Gamechanger

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Is your little one drooling, looking to chew on everything in sight and extra cranky lately? He or she is probably teething! Finding the perfect teether for your little one isn’t easy, but when you do, it’s like finding the holy grail. 

The Moonjax Teether is just that! Moonjax is made from medical-grade silicone and, due to the lack of small crevices and holes, does not harbor bacteria. It is easy to clean and a favorite among babies. Our Gugu Village parents were able to test the Moonjax Teether. Here our Gugu Village product testers give us their real thoughts on the Moonjax teether.

Moonjax teether

David T. – Baby: 9 months

The Moonjax teether is a great product! Our daughter immediately grabbed for it and probably played with it, twisted and felt all the little bumps for about four minutes before chomping down on it. The teether is soft and squishy in the middle and a little bit firmer on the ends, which is a nice change for our little girl especially on days when those gums are angry! The unique design of the product allows our daughter to grab it in whichever hand and whichever way she wants and hang onto it when she’s biting down hard. The fact that we can chill the teether helps a lot and our daughter loves having the soft cold squish of the silicone to numb her gums. Overall we’re very happy with the product and I imagine it will get a lot of use while those teeth continue to push up.

Moonjax teether

Leanne P. – Baby: 3 months

My little guy has been chewing everything in sight and now has a new favorite toy, the Moonjax Teether. He was unsure at first but within a few minutes, it quickly became an appendage. It’s so easy for him to hold, he grabs it and likes to bring it with him when I carry him around. As a mama, I love the fact that it is completely solid so water and bacteria can’t get trapped. It’s so easy to wash and dry, and I love the fact that I can throw it in the dishwasher. I get some peace of mind knowing that it isn’t made with any dyes that could negatively impact my baby.

Daron O. – Baby: 4.5 months

The Moonjax Teether is fantastic! My 4.5-month-old doesn’t seem too fond of any other teething toys, rings, etc. besides our fingers and knuckles so I was immediately interested in this teether. Whenever we offer this teether he takes it right away. My fingers say THANK YOU! He likes to chew and suck on it. It seems like a great toy for motor skills and hand-eye coordination as well. He likes grabbing and holding it with both hands. I also like that it’s super easy to clean. I LOVE that I actually saw my baby’s tongue sticking out of his mouth while gumming this! He had his tongue tie revised twice but is still reluctant to use his tongue…until the Moonjax Teether!  Since his teeth aren’t quite as far along, we don’t know if it provides relief of pain, but we are very optimistic.

Katherine H. – Baby: 8 months

I’ve been looking for a good and entertaining teether for my 8 month old son.  This one certainly fits the bill!

His first encounter with the Moonjax teether lasted longer than anything else I’ve introduced for him to chew on.  He can easily grab the teether and likes munching on the different nubs. I saw he repeats using one to get to his back gums where I think the new teeth are coming in. I loved that it’s BPA free, dishwasher safe, and made in the USA. But more importantly, my son loves it! We’ve also tried it cold from the freezer and he liked that too. It maybe doesn’t hold the cold for as long as the gel ones but he doesn’t seem to mind. I would recommend this teether to friends and family!

Alyssa N. – Baby: 9 months

It seems my 9-month-old son is a long, drawn-out teether, so I was really excited when Gugu Guru and Moonjax sent us the Moonjax Baby Teether to try! His top two teeth are trying to break through for weeks and all of the teething products I used with my older daughter do not hold my son’s interest. The Moonjax teether has a really sleek design compared to a lot of the other products on the market, and I love that it’s 100% silicone, which gives me peace of mind that it’s safe for my baby and easier to clean and sterilize. My son seemed to enjoy the teether at first, but alas, it still didn’t hold his interest as much as the plastic play food from the play kitchen. Since I have a crawler, I also noticed that when he crawled with the Moonjax in hand it would pick up any little piece of lint or dust on the floor, so that was kind of a bummer. It definitely wouldn’t be great for a home with pets. We’ll probably keep it in the diaper bag to use on the go when he’s a little more contained in the stroller. I still hold out hope that the Moonjax will become a favorite teether later on when molars come through. The ‘jacks’ design seems like it would be great for reaching those back teeth and providing relief!

 

Thank you to Moonjax for providing our Gugu Village Parents with Moonjax Teethers. We appreciate our Gugu Village Parents providing us with their honest thoughts.

To purchase a Moonjax Teether, click here!

Are you looking to join an amazing community of parents and parents-to-be? Our Gugu Village is currently accepting new members!

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More to check out:
Real Mom Review: Eco-Friendly Mochi Teethers
Larktale Strollers Review by The Gugu Village
Top Baby Registry Items

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Dr. Noze Best, Because Dr. Really Does Know Best

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Mamas, dadas, we’ve been there. The stuffy nose and nasal congestion making your children miserable. Keeping baby and toddlers (and parents) up all hours of the night. We are all about finding products that make parents’ lives easier and solve a problem. Enter, the Dr. Noze Best NozeBot, the most effective baby nasal aspirator on the market.

Developed by a pediatric ENT, Dr. Steven Goudy, the NozeBot is easy to use, easy to clean, and features three levels of hospital grade suction. It is battery-powered for portable use wherever baby and you are most comfortable. It is designed to gently clear nasal congestion in babies and children.

The nosepiece only requires the use of two fingers, so your other hand and fingers are free to comfort your baby and keep safely keep him or her calm and still during use.

To use, just select one of three hospital-grade suction levels, place fingers in the nosepiece and insert into baby’s nose. When finished, the nosepiece and tubing are dishwasher safe, and the filter is disposable. The NozeBot is simple to clean and simple enough for any parent or caretaker to use on children of any age.

Dr. Noze Best’s NozeBot is also portable and chargeable, so you can take it with you anywhere, or bring it along for any kind of travel. Do your littles always catch a cold when traveling, or is it just us? Problem solved.

The NozeBot is the solution parents have been searching for to ease baby’s discomfort and nasal congestion. Bonus: the NozeBot is FSA and HSA eligible, so families can use their healthcare spending dollars to help baby breathe easily.

Thank you to Dr. Noze Best for making this sponsored post possible.

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Marketplace Brand Spotlight: Crane USA

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Meet Crane USA, one of our favorite brands, focusing on creating easy-to-use health and wellness essentials for your nursery and your home.











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The Baby Massage Primer

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At the core, parenting is all about creating a soothing and healthy environment in which your newborn knows how loved they are. While touching and caressing your baby may come naturally to you, learning the art of baby massage may seem daunting at first. Yet, it’s one of the most important and natural things we can do to build a strong loving foundation and help our children develop both physically and emotionally.

In India and other Eastern countries, baby massage is considered one of the most important aspects of baby rearing with many families hiring “Ammas,” women who come to the house to perform massage, on a daily basis.

As nice as it would be to book a daily massage for baby, learning baby massage is not as complicated as many parents fear. Simple baby massage techniques will help your baby relax and will have innumerable benefits for both baby and caretaker.  

Science Backed Benefits

If you’re looking for a simple technique to introduce into your routine to help your baby calm down, relax, and sleep better— look no further than baby massage. When a baby is massaged, you are actually stimulating their central nervous system, building muscle tone, and allowing them to release serotonin that helps form vital connections with you, themselves and the world around them. 

Research conducted by Dr. Tiffany Fields, Director of Touch Research Institute, showed that infant massage can have these benefits among many others. 

  • Lower heart rate
  • Lower blood pressure
  • Increases in positive hormones
  • Improved immunity
  • Physical growth in babies 
  • Psychosocial development
  • Encourages attachment and bonding with parents
  • Growth and weight gain
  • Improves sleep

Prepping for the Massage

When it comes to baby massage, the prep is just as important as the basic strokes. 

You will want to massage your newborn at a time when they are alert but aren’t irritable or fussy. If your baby is hungry, crying, or fussy for any reason, massaging them will not actually calm them down. It may overstimulate them, causing them to be more distressed. 

In addition, make sure that you yourself are calm. If you are feeling particularly stressed or frazzled, take a deep breath and try to calm yourself prior to the massage. 

If you are both feeling calm and alert, then you can take the next steps: 

  • Remove any jewelry and wash your hands
  • Dim the lights and put on soft music
  • Place your baby on a blanket on the floor, bed, or on their changing station. 
  • Verbally engage with your newborn and ask their permission. If they are smiling and making eye contact, the answer is “Yes.” If they are scrunching their face and arching back, you may want to find another time for massage.
  • Have an edible oil on hand, such as coconut or grapeseed oil.

Basic Massage Strokes 

When it comes to massaging your newborn, be sure that you are using gentle strokes and not applying too much pressure. But don’t make the mistake of having too light of a touch as that can make baby feel ticklish. A nice medium pressure should work fine.

Arms and Leg Massage: For your newborn’s arms, stabilize your baby with one hand, and then use the opposite hand to lightly glide from shoulder to hand. Do this 3 times, and then switch arms. You will do the same steps for the legs, going from thigh to feet. Always massage in the direction away from the heart as this stroke is less stimulating for baby.

Belly Massage: Place your hand flat against the baby’s bellybutton. Rub their belly in small clockwise circles, applying gentle but firm pressure. Try to stay away from the belly button area, especially in babies under 1 month.

Back Massage: After massaging the arms, legs, and belly, you can turn your newborn around onto their bellies. This is a great opportunity for tummy time. You can gently rub their back using the same circular motion as you did for their bellies. 

Face Massage: After you have massaged their back, place your newborn gently back onto their back. You can then place both hands on your child’s forehead and trace down to their chin. Repeat several times. 

Be sure to remain calm throughout the massage and use songs and conversation to connect with your newborn. 

Baby Massage Takeaways

Now that you know the best methods for baby massage, you’ll want to practice once a day and work up to two massages per day. Even 5-10 minutes a day is a wonderful way to release tension for both you and baby and to enhance your bond. It will also help soothe and relax baby so that they improve their sleep and maintain optimal health. 

As you can see, infant massage unlocks a wonderfully loving environment for the baby and will help you to enjoy those precious moments with them while they are a newborn.

Elina Furman is a mom of two boys Julian, 12, and Dylan, 8 soon to be moving to Connecticut. As a certified infant massage instructor and baby product expert, she is excited to bring awareness to the scientific evidence-based practice of baby/child massage practiced around the world. To help spread the word about the benefits of baby/child massage, she is developing the first handheld massager for babies and children, Kahlmi. Sign up for their email at Kahlmi.com and follow along on IG @getkahlmi. Oh, and if you need some baby tips and advice, follow her on TikTok at @kahlmi.

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Safe, Sustainable Skin Care, Thanks to Thinkbaby

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Raising a happy, healthy baby is number-one priority for any mom. So when it comes to the products we buy for our bundles of joy, we want to make sure they’re the safest and cleanest possible. The people at Thinkbaby agree, and they’ve made it their mission to create only the safest, most sustainable consumer products for the whole family. Just take a look at these essential skincare must-haves.

Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen

Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen: Shield your baby from harsh rays with Thinkbaby’s Safe Sunscreen SPF 50. It’s free from all things you don’t want—PABA, parabens, BPA, and other toxins—and packed with all things do: broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection with no added chemicals. For the last ten years, Thinkbaby’s Safe Sunscreen has maintained a number-one rating on Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) Skin Deep database, and it’s the first sunscreen to pass Whole Foods’s Premium Care Requirements. Even better: it’s vegan, biodegradable, and cruelty-free. Slather it on and feel good knowing you’re keeping your family safe.

Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen

Thinkbaby Eczema Lotion: If you’re looking for the perfect balance of effectiveness and sustainability, look no further than Thinkbaby Eczema Lotion. This pediatrician and dermatologist-recommended formula boasts of soothing colloidal oatmeal, restorative Allantoin, and calming chamomile to calm your baby’s most sensitive skin. The moisturizing lotion not only provides instant, soothing relief, but it also goes on to prevent any further dry patches or angry flare-ups.

Thinkbaby Cradle Cap Cream: Babies are so delicate, even the mildest irritation can cause itchy, dry patches and flaky skin, which is why every mom needs a jar of Thinkbaby Cradle Cap Cream on hand at all times. Effectively formulated to strengthen and rebalance baby’s developing skin, this calming cream treats common issues like dryness, dandruff, mild eczema, and cradle cap with a soothing mix of protective colloidal oatmeal, neem leaf, and rich emollients guaranteed to relieve redness and discomfort.

Thinkbaby Diaper Rash Ointment: Diaper rash is tough to escape, no matter how careful you are with your little one. So why not make the experience a lot more tolerable for the both of you. With Thinkbaby’s Diaper Rash Ointment, babies’ bottoms get an ultra-rich, soothing formula that’s packed with natural ingredients to help relieve discomfort and prevent future rashes. Moms can feel better knowing their baby’s skin is in safe hands. 

Thinkbaby Papaya Shampoo & Body Wash: Make baby’s bath time what it should be: clean and tear-free. With Thinkbaby’s Papaya Shampoo & Body Wash, moms have a paraben-, phthalate-, and sulfate-free formula that’s void of all those harmful chemicals so irritating to baby’s skin. Instead, this product features only the safest premium care ingredients to meet the strict standards of your whole family’s health.

Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen

Want to discover more great skincare products for you and your growing family? Visit gothink.com and follow @gothinkco on Instagram and Facebook. Plus, use the code ThinkGugu21 to get an extra 20% off any purchase made from February 15th to March 31st, 2021.

Thank you to Thinkbaby for making this sponsored post possible!

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Tejari Review by the Gugu Village

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Meet Tejari: organic, plant-based superfood protein blends. These nutrient-dense, convenient, yet delicious options don’t include empty calories, tons of added sugar, or cheap ingredients. They’re incredibly easy to incorporate into smoothies, baking, and beyond. Some of our Gugu Village mamas volunteered to test them out for us, and they were all huge fans of their products.

Read on to see what they have to say!

Sarah H: I am so thankful I found Tejari brand protein powders. They are definitely the best out there, and we have tried quite a few. I love that Tejari is plant-based, organic and has no added sugar. We use them mostly for smoothies, but I have put them in pancakes for my kids as well as baked goods, like banana bread. My favorite blend is the blueberry spinach and we use it daily in our smoothies. We have tried almost all of their flavors and you just can’t go wrong. Golden Banana is great for baking and I’ve even sprinkled their new vanilla blend straight on fruit or yogurt! Because most of their ingredients are just fruits and vegetables, they actually taste good compared to other protein powders out there.

Jessica G: My daughter who was already picky eater was recently diagnosed with a dairy allergy. It’s been a struggle to find things she will eat that have the nutritional value and protein she needs that are dairy free and actually taste good. I made her a shake with the Tejari Cacao powder, it mixed in well with her coconut milk without any clumps and I added a banana for sweetness. It tasted amazing and she actually drank her whole cup that I gave her. We are looking forward to trying the other sample flavors in some baked good and trying more shakes. I think our search is over to find a nutritious option for my daughter, thank you Tejari.

Samantha F: I really enjoyed the Tejari protein sachets! I decided to try mixing the Cocoa flavored mix in my morning coffee, which was an excellent idea. As odd as it might sound, the slight hint of banana in the powder gave my coffee a really enjoyable flavor. I loved that it tackled my hunger first thing in the morning- I tend to not like a big meal when I wake up, but as a new mom, I am often quite ravenous! The Golden Banana smells just as awesome as it tastes and was a fantastic addition to oatmeal. I also used it to make delicious cookies thanks to a recipe on the Tejari site! The blueberry spinach blend was great mixed into a homemade açaí bowl with fruit. My daughter really enjoyed the strawberry flavor when I mixed it in with her smoothie popsicles. I love knowing she’s getting an extra boost of healthy protein when she’s having a “treat.”

Alyssa J: Thanks to Gugu Guru and Tejari for giving me the chance to test out Tejari’s plant-based, superfood protein powders! I’ve dabbled in protein powders in my smoothies before, but I always ran into roadblocks because I’m sensitive to dairy – meaning all those whey-based powders were a no-go! Then I tried plant-based alternatives, but they tasted awful (looking at you hemp!). Tejari’s superfood blend made with pea protein is a great solution for my family because it delivers on taste and is safe to share with everyone, including my littlest ones! We love sharing a pitcher of smoothies when that afternoon snack craving hits, and I’m glad I can serve the same product to my 2 year old with a dairy sensitivity without worrying that the powder is packed with extra fillers that aren’t safe for him. I love all the other recipe recommendations that Tejari provides too! I would never think to swirl the Organic Cacao protein powder into my hot chocolate or Golden Banana protein powder into my oatmeal – game changers! As someone who struggled with gestational diabetes and now prediabetes, I really need to focus on balancing my carb intake with protein, so Tejari’s recipes are perfect for my needs. Plus, Tejari doesn’t have added sugar, which is even better for my family’s health! We’ll be keeping these superfood protein powders handy in our family’s pantry from now on!

Christine C: I am always on the hunt for healthy ways to add more fruits, veggies and protein to my day and it’s a huge bonus when I find something that also works for my kids (ages 3, 5, 7). I received 4 samples of the Tejari blends: Strawberry, Golden Banana, Cacao, and Blueberry + Spinach. Quality and transparency of ingredients is very important to me so the fact that these are organic and contain simple, easily identifiable ingredients was an immediate plus. And I also read on their website that they eliminated all plastic from their new packaging, which is incredible – companies that are trying to do right by our planet are ones that I want to support! As for the product, I like how easy it was to use the product in a variety of ways – a few variations that we tried included Strawberry Applesauce, Blueberry + Spinach Acai bowl and a Cacao Banana smoothie. I found them all to be delicious (no weird aftertaste!) and my kids fought over every single concoction I came up with. It’s so simple to mix into yogurt or oatmeal or pancake mix to give an added protein boost and keep us all feeling satisfied after a meal. There are also a lot of great recipe ideas on the website for things like energy bites, granola bars, protein truffles, muffins and more – I can’t wait to try them out!

Monique A: I have tried three of the four products thus far. The banana, strawberry and blueberry/spinach. I enjoy the fact that these products have natural ingredients, minimal ingredients, and can be used in a variety of ways. For example, I made the strawberry pancake recipe included in the package and I made smoothies with the other two flavors. I was really appreciative that there was not an after taste and that you could decide on how much or little you wanted for the flavor. And I felt like the flavors were a great substitute for fruits I did not include in my recipe and enhanced fruits that may have already been in the smoothie. I would appreciate some more direction on the packaging and/or website on how much to use in generalities. I felt like was trial and error. This way you do not waste and you can accurately balance flavors. One thing I greatly appreciated was the resealable packaging, that was super helpful.

Denalee M: My family and I absolutely love the Tejari protein blends. Smoothies are a staple in our house and my three year old is a picky eater so I’m always looking for ways to boost his nutrition. He loved every single smoothie we made with the Tejari packets but of course the cacao was his favorite. My 11th month also loved them. With her, we sprinkled some of the packet into her oatmeal. She was a big fan of the strawberry. My husband and I enjoyed the golden banana as a late night treat. Not only were these packets delicious (which is hard to find in protein powders) but I could also feel good about sharing these with my family because of the clean ingredients and no added sugar. Needless to say, I’ve already placed an order for more 🙂

Katie D: I really enjoyed all flavors of Tejari protein! The ingredient profile was super intriguing to me because it is incredibly difficult to find good-tasting protein powders that aren’t sweetened in some way. I haven’t wanted to give my 14 month old any sugar alternatives like stevia just yet so unflavored collagen has been the only introduced to her. I can honestly say we loved all the flavors! We added some to pancakes, to smoothies, and even energy “bites” and she loved all of it. With such minimal, wholesome ingredients, these really feel more like whole FOOD packs than supplements. If I have any constructive criticism, it would be for Tejari to include that more in their marketing! If each serving of their blueberry + spinach flavor contains 1.5 cups of spinach and 17 blueberries, I think that should be front and center!! I’d also love them to be available for sale on Amazon.

Tiffany L: I really like the simple and clean ingredients list to Tejari protein powders. I think it is more of an enhancement than a flavoring. They are a great way to add protein to meals, drinks, and smoothies. The cacao is easily hidden in chocolate milk or pudding from picky kids! You could also add any of the flavors to yogurt or oatmeal.

Shelby G: We have LOVED the Tejari superfood proteins! Definitely going to be a staple in our house. They are perfect for just about anything from smoothies, to adding some extra nutrients to snacks for our 2 year old. Our favorite so far is the organic golden banana but it all depends on what you’re mixing it into. We’ve added it into peanut butter for snacks or sandwiches and it doesn’t change the consistency at all. It just adds such a delicious flavor to it! On top of everything, I have peace of mind knowing my son is getting some nutrients he would be missing without the Tejari superfood proteins. He’s a picky eater at times so the fact that we can hide these easily in foods he will eat is a game-changer.

Read more and shop at www.tejariandco.com.

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Event Announcement: Be Kind To Yourself, Mama

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Join Gugu Guru and Modern Muze on Gugu Guru’s Instagram for a 5-day virtual health & wellness event focused on mom. From February 22nd to the 26th, we’ll be covering all facets of a well mama from mental health to nutrition to physical wellness and, most importantly, filling up our baby registries with the must-have products for a well mama in 2021.

Don’t forget! Grab your spot now (it’s free) for a digital goodie bag filled with health & wellness samples, discounts and more!

Be sure to join us on Gugu Guru’s Instagram starting February 22nd at 9:30AM PT / 12:30PM ET to kick-off this spectacular event with our keynote speaker – influencer and entrepreneur Chriselle Lim. Our founder, Monica Banks, will be speaking with Chriselle about making me time for mom and how self-care is a whole lot more than a trip alone to Target.

Event Schedule:

Monday, February 22

12:30 pm EST
Opening Keynote: Making Me Time for Mom: How self-care is much more than a grocery run by yourself
Hosted by Chriselle Lim and Monica Banks
Sponsored by Kindred Bravely

3:00 pm EST
Simple prenatal/postpartum fitness routine
Hosted by Rachel Nicks

8:00 pm EST
Single Motherhood and Parenting through Divorce
Hosted by Julie Skon & Erin Ziering

Tuesday, February 23

12:00 pm EST
5 Tips to Making a Peaceful Postpartum Retreat: Creating a sense of calm for mom & baby in the home during the fourth trimester
Hosted by Brandi Jordan and Monica Banks
Sponsored by Kindred Bravely

2:00 pm EST
Infant Massage
Hosted by Elina Furman
Sponsored by Kahlmi

7:30 pm EST
Importance of mom sleep with celeb mama-to-be Zulay Henao and “The Sleep Lady”
Hosted by Zulay Henao and Kim West
Sponsored by bbhugme

Wednesday, February 24

9:00 am EST
Meditation session pre-recorded IGTV
Carina Devi
Sponsored by Mindful Mamas

1:00 pm EST
Total Mama Wellness
Hosted by Kayla Lochte and Monica Banks

3:00 pm EST
Diastasis recti pre-recorded IGTV
Hosted by Rachel Nicks

5:30 pm EST
What is a doula exactly?
Hosted by Zulay Henao and YaYa Dacosta

9:00 PM EST
Fresh Air – the benefits of getting outside with your babes
Hosted by Jessica Hall and Deanna Stag
Sponsored by Thinkbaby

Thursday, February 25

12:00 pm EST
Conscious Connection and Giving Back pre-recorded IGTV
Hosted by Scheana Shay and Steph Weber

3:00 pm EST
Mindful Multi-tasking
Hosted by Nat Diaz and Monica Banks
Sponsored by Twiniversity

5:00 pm EST
Sexual Wellness
Hosted by Kiana Reeves

7:30 pm EST
All Things Fertility Q&A
Hosted by Elisabeth Rohm and Monica Banks

Friday, February 26

11:30 am EST
5 minute mini-meditation for mama pre-recorded IGTV
Hosted by Julie Skon
Sponsored by Modern Muze

3:00 pm EST
Pelvic floor pre-recorded IGTV
Hosted by Rachel Nicks

7:00 pm EST
Don’t Call me Mommy Comedic Break
Hosted by Don’t Call Me Mommy

Thank you to our wonderful sponsors, without whom this event could not be possible!

Be Kind Sponsors

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