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Meet Globowl

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Globowl is a meal service for little ones! With the help of Globowl, you can provide your baby with chef-curated, internationally-inspired baby food meals, aimed to mitigate picky eating, food allergies, and texture aversion. Introduction to flavors, spices, and textures at an early age, as well as exposure to common food allergens, can help your little one to get a good start with solid food.

When your little one is ready to incorporate solid food into their diet, it can feel like such an exciting milestone. But when the load of meal planning and meal prep sets in, Globowl is here to help. With a few clicks, you can have pre-prepared meals sent straight to your doorstep and feel confident in what you are choosing to feed your baby. Take the stress out of meal time with your little one and expand their palate at the same time!

Check out Globowl and their amazing meals for little ones today, and bring fun and adventure to meal time! Give them a follow on Instagram and Tiktok too!

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The Silicone Bottle You NEED

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It is natural for expectant and new parents to be worried about the feeding experience. Breastfeeding? Bottle-feeding? Pumping? Add in the potential for a hybrid feeding process and new parents can feel completely overwhelmed. Nanobébé’s Flexy Silicone Bottle will immediately make this process seamless for new and experienced parents alike.

The Most Advanced Silicone Bottle EVER

The Flexy Bottle is a total game-changer. Nanobébé studied every critique of current silicone bottles on the market and designed features that solve each issue. These advancements provide the ultimate feeding experience with mom-like softness, a stable base that won’t tip over, and a non-collapsible nipple for the perfect latch parents can trust. Its genius anti-colic system is the first of its kind with a 360° triple-vented design.

But what do REAL Moms have to say? How does Nanobébé fit seamlessly into their lives?

Patricia is a working mom (a teacher!) who says “This bottle has become my favorite! It is so easy to assemble and holds up to 9 ounces of milk. The softness of this bottle gives baby a familiar feeling, which is very important for me when I’m away from him. And the best part of all is that he can hold it all by himself.”

Madison’s little lady loves her Nanobébé bottles, too!

Sabrina is an experienced mom getting ready to welcome baby #2. Listen as she discusses how her husband is supporting her on this journey, and you may notice her Flexy is consistently making a cameo. “He has allowed me to bring the joy back in this time around… It’s helped me realize how excited I am that we get to have this parenting journey again as the parents that we are now, the partners that we are now… He’s really allowed me to be excited about motherhood again, because it’s so so special.”

In a world of complicated decisions, Nanobébé is the simplest choice you’ll make when it comes to the world of infant feeding.

Filed Under: Breastfeeding, Feeding, New Desgin, Nursing & Feeding, Nutrition and Health Tagged With: breastfeeding, feeding, pumping

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Exciting New Items from Boon!

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Teething and solids and baby led weaning oh my! It can be rough, and sometimes scary for baby and parents. But Boon is making it easier with a couple of new products.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends starting solids when your baby is 6 months old, and this is also about the time their first teeth start to appear. These Boon products can help you with the transition. 

Boon PULP Freezer Tray

The Boon PULP Freezer Tray can be used for soothing sore gums and introducing new foods to your baby! This 100% food grade silicone tray is simple to use, clean (dishwasher safe) and made without BPA or PVC.

Parents can put yogurt, puree, juice or breastmilk in the silicone tray, then freeze it, creating cubes that fit perfectly into the Boon PULP Feeders. The PULP Feeders are designed to be easy to hold and the soft silicone allows the baby to chew and suck providing teething relief as well as nutrition. The tray comes with 2 PULP feeders to get started, and you can grab extras if needed. 

The Boon PULP freezer tray can carry your baby into toddlerhood allowing you to make healthy and simple popsicles for them to enjoy. Check out some super fun recipes you can try here!

DIVVY Solids Start Set

The DIVVY Solids Start Set helps make mealtime prep for your baby easier. The prep kit includes a large 11×14 prep mat, a grater, and a crinkle cutter.

The grater can be used for hard foods such as carrots and the crinkle cutter adds texture to food making slippery foods like avocados easier for your baby to hold. And the cutting mat gives you a large surface to work on and includes tips and tricks about what types of foods to try, along with other helpful information. We love that the crinkle cutter adds texture to slippery foods like bananas and avocados, and the grater can be used for foods like carrots or cooked sweet potatoes for your little one to practice pinching!

Cleanup is also made simple because all pieces are dishwasher safe, because who really has time for dishes?

If you have a teething baby, or it is time to start solids be sure to pick up the Boon PULP Freezer Tray and DIVVY Solids Start Set from Amazon. In fact, do your new mom friend a favor and grab them for her too because she will be needing them soon as well!

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Related Posts: Boon: Beyond The Grass, Review on Boon Highchair

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Real Mom Reviews: Nanobébé Flexy Silicone Bottle

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Your little one is about to arrive and you’re looking to be fully stocked for feeding. Unsure about your feeding path, you feel that it’s best to have some bottles ready to go. How do you select the best bottle for your needs? While the pieces and parts of many bottles may leave you feeling confused, we want to make sure you’ve seen the newest option from Nanobébé. Made from a soft, mom-like silicone, this bottle is easy to use and even simpler to clean. It has a non-collapsing nipple and a very stable base. We reached out to our team of moms to see how the Flexy bottle stood up to everyday use.

Heather

“The Nanobébé bottles are a household fave for our family! They are so easy to use, clean, and put together. My favorite part is that they don’t tip over during late-night feedings on our nursery chair because of the big base. Our baby prefers them over the other bottles we have and so do we!”

Haley

“The Flexy Silicone Nanobébé baby bottle is by far my son’s favorite. The ultra-soft silicone makes breastfeeding and bottle feeding nearly indistinguishable, and the bottle has a triple-vented nipple to prevent colic.  The shape is familiar for babies and easy to hold. He latches on wonderfully every time and I love to bottle feed him with this line!

Although not the bottle, I’d also recommend the pacifiers from Nanobébé. The flexy pacifiers are my son’s favorite. He is only one month so many of them fall out of his mouth easily, but this pacifier is easier for him to latch onto even when he turns his head to the side. It’s one of the few that gets him to calm down.”

Jade

“We love love love the Nanobébé bottles!! Especially when it comes to cleaning! Bottle cleaning after a long day is always dreaded, but these bottles have so few parts it makes it not so bad! Also, they can stand on almost anything! I put them down on the arm of the chair as I’m about to feed my little guy and it doesn’t fall over as I rock the chair back to sit down. I really can’t say enough good things about them and choose them over every other bottle we’ve tried!”

Leah

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“We tried a few different bottles before I returned to work and the Nanobébé Flexy bottle was the only bottle my babe would take without gulping air. These bottles were an easy transition and didn’t create nipple confusion. The soft silicone makes it feel more like mom vs. plastic or glass bottles too. The bottles are easy to clean and can hook up right to my Spectra flanges. We recently bought the handles that fit right onto the bottles and love them also. The only setback to this bottle is that the silicone takes longer to warm up breastmilk. I usually heat the milk up in a breastmilk bag first to make it faster!” *We did notice that heating up silicone bottles tends to take longer than heating plastic bottles, due to their thick, natural material.

Emmy

“I was skeptical about the soft silicone bottle from Nanobébé with my little ones. Some silicone is too soft and squishy, but boy was I wrong! I love how they feel in my hand and they are always stable when I set them down on the edge of the couch. My babies both take formula easily from these bottles, and I love that even the big 9-ounce bottle doesn’t feel too big. The big bottles also came with the slow flow nipple, which was nice so I didn’t have to worry about finding the right flow nipple for my newborns. The only downside is that I do have small hands and the wide base makes them a little awkward to hold. After the first few feedings, it wasn’t such a big deal anymore, and I actually found that my baby was able to hold the bottle by himself much earlier than other bottles.”

Lexie

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“I love these bottles! I’ve used many other brands and these are by far my favorite. They are so easy to clean and assemble. I love that there aren’t a ton of pieces like other bottles. The silicone makes them very easy to grip and the shape is great for him learning to hold it by himself!”

As you can see, our real moms just can’t get enough of the Nanobébé Flexy Bottles. The bottles are modern, convenient, and make feeding so much simpler.

Check out more Real Mom Reviews Here:

Kudos to Kudos Diapers
Crane’s Deluxe Cordless Breast Pump: Our Village Weighs In
On the Go Must-Have: Baby K’tan Diaper Bag

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5 Common Feeding Mistakes New Moms Make

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Feeding your baby will take up a majority of your time in those early days. It can feel overwhelming to new parents for a variety of reasons. Knowing how much to feed your baby and when, what to do when something is wrong, and what exactly “right” feels and looks like are all new concepts. New moms can make some common feeding mistakes in the beginning, but we’re here to help.

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Having Firm Expectations About The Feeding process

While it’s good to have a plan, the reality of parenting is that you need to be flexible. Perhaps you intended to exclusively breastfeed, but your little one came early, requiring pumping and supplementing. Maybe you were set on one type of formula, but your baby’s tummy had other plans. Speaking of your baby’s tummy, your own diet could need to be altered depending on how they react to certain foods you consume while breastfeeding. There are so many possibilities that could change your best-intended plans. Learning to remain flexible and pivot to whatever is best for your baby will benefit you both in the long run. 

Staying In The Same Routine For Too Long

Just when you finally figure out what works best for your baby, it’s going to change. Your little one will hit a growth spurt and require more frequent nursing sessions or another ounce in their bottle. They’ll experience a sleep regression and change up their eating habits again. Sticking too ardently to the feeding schedule that once worked will frustrate you both. Just like having to be flexible when it comes to your expectations, learning to be flexible with your baby’s feeding routine is vitally important. 

Trying Too Many Things Too Quickly

On the flip side of sticking it out too long in a routine, trying too many new things too quickly is another common feeding mistake. When your baby turns their head from a feeding, don’t immediately assume a growth spurt is over, they’re done with that formula, or are trying to wean. Maybe they got distracted by their sibling running around the room. Maybe they just aren’t hungry at this particular minute. Changing their schedule or bottle, introducing new foods, or switching formula because of one rejected feeding will only confuse your baby—and you. 

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Additionally, as your baby begins to eat solids, introducing foods slowly is key. According to the Mayo Clinic, you should offer single-ingredient foods three to five days apart to watch for any reactions. Slowly introducing foods in this way allows you to catch any possible sensitivities or allergies. Your little one might also reject those first feedings because the texture and taste are new. Try again in a week. If they’re still rejecting attempts at solid foods, you’ll want to reach out for help. Which brings us to the next point…

Waiting Too Long To Seek Out Help

As moms, we want to be able to tend to our baby’s needs. However, sometimes we need help. If you’ve tried to resolve a feeding issue on your own but still feel like something is off, it’s time to reach out for help. If you’re struggling with breastfeeding, be it latch or tummy issues for your baby, reach out to your pediatrician earlier rather than later. Latch issues can be fixed quickly and easily, resulting in a happier baby—and mom. If you feel like your baby might not be reacting well to their formula, reach out. As we mentioned in the previous point, if your baby rejects solid, pureed food for a few weeks after initial introduction, it’s time to call the doctor. Your pediatrician has seen it all and will have helpful, productive suggestions to help you and your infant through the rough spot. 

Being Too Hard On Yourself As A New Parent

You’re new at this. Guess what? So is your baby. Together, you’re going to figure this out. You may have to ask for help with common feeding mistakes from your pediatrician, lactation consultant, friends, or family members. You may have to try new things for a little while to see if they work. You will have to be flexible for sure. But you’re going to be okay. Your baby is going to be okay. You’re both going to get through this learning curve and head into a new one—together. 

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Filed Under: Feeding, Nursing & Feeding Tagged With: bottle feeding, breastfeeding, feeding, food, pumping

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5 Mom Hacks you NEED to know!

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We pooled our Gugu Guides for their top Mom Hacks. The secret products that make life with littles significantly easier. We cover it all! From time savers to problem-solvers, take a look at what our Guides ranked as their ‘need to know products.’

Toni’s Review of Busy Baby Mat

This is one product that Toni “cannot live without.” The Busy Baby Mat will make meal time and play time so much easier. Looking for something to keep your little one distracted while you prepare lunch? Need something to keep them busy so you can fold laundry? Simply looking for a new toy? Busy Baby Mat can do all of this and more. Shop more of Toni’s reviews here.

Rachel’s Review of Bonsie Baby

“It was totally my favorite! I remember emailing the company and asking them if they could make bigger sizes because I loved it so much.” The extremely soft baby bag and hat is not only easy to use, but also promotes the benefits of skin-to-skin with your newborn. They even have an amazing resource guide (a true mom hack) that comes with each adorable set. Shop more of Rachel’s reviews here.

Abby’s Review of Green Sprouts Muslin Burp Cloths

“I cannot say enough good things about them!” The Green Sprouts muslin burp cloths are incredibly soft, absorbent, and will hold their shape after 100’s of washes. They come in simple colors, fold up nice and small, and will stay put covering your entire shoulder. Spread these out amongst every nook and cranny of your feeding area and diaper bag. After your little ones stop spitting up, you can even use as rags or hand towels around the house. Shop more of Abby’s reviews here.

Ashley’s Review of Little Spoon Toddler Plates

“These toddler feeding plates are so convenient. Whether you’re feeding your own kids or looking for a gift for someone else.” Little Spoon offers non-GMO, organic, and nutritious meals for your little ones. They even offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, making this a great mom hack for any family. Shop more of Ashley’s reviews here.

Dominique’s Review of Green Sprout Feeding Essentials

“This set will be able to grow with her, which I really like.” If you’re looking for a one-and-done feeding set for your littles, Green Sprouts has you covered. Including two spoons, one silicone-divided bowl, and 3 bibs, you will have everything you need to feed your baby or toddler. The bib had an excellent storage pocket, which will also keep messes at bay. Another excellent set of essentials from Green Sprouts. Shop more of Dominique’s reviews here.

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Filed Under: Baby Registry, Celebrate Feeding, Ecofriendly, Essentials, Feeding, Gift Ideas, Newborns, Nursing & Feeding, Toddlers Tagged With: feeding, toddler

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Best Budget Baby Registry Must Haves

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Is a Budget Baby Registry really possible? There’s no question that having a baby is going to take a little funding.  The good news is that, although there are certain items that you really shouldn’t get as hand-me-downs (e.g., car seats) – you don’t have to splurge for high-quality items.  There are many budget baby registry finds on the market today, including stylish clothing and gear that won’t break the bank.  Here are our picks for your best budget baby registry, keeping your wallet in mind.

Budget Baby Registry: Gear & On The Go

Best Budget Baby Carrier

We often recommend babywearing, which has wonderful benefits aside from the hands-free aspect. One of our favorite stylish, yet affordable brands on the market is Infantino. This Infantino Flip Advanced 4-in-1 Convertible Carrier ($29.99) grows with your child; suitable for babies 8 to 32lbs. It offers four ways to carry: newborn facing in, older baby facing in, facing out, and back carry. For a budget-friendly wrap-style carrier (without the difficulty of a wrap), we also LOVE the Baby K’tan ($59.95) carrier.

 
Best Budget Stroller

Baby Trend Snap N Go EX Universal Infant Car Seat Carrier is one of our top recommendations for families on a budget. The Snap N Go turns your infant car seat (we like Graco’s infant car seats) into a travel stroller so you don’t need to have a whole stroller system.  However, when baby grows out of the infant car seat, you’ll need a high-quality lightweight stroller like our favorites – the Summer Infant 3Dlite Convenience Stroller or the super sleek Larktale chit chat.

Looking for the convenience of a travel system? Graco has you covered!

Lastly, in the early stages of baby, you’re going to have to tote around a lot of stuff. We love the Baby K’tan as our stylish value find.  Take a look here to read what some real moms had to say about Baby K’tans hands-free diaper bags.

Budget Baby Registry: Bedroom/Nursery

One of the 2016 safe sleep recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is for infants to share their parents’ bedroom for at least the first six months and, optimally, for the first year of life, based on the latest evidence. So, it’s likely you’ll need a sleeping arrangement for your bedroom. If you’re looking to adhere to AAP guidelines, the super portable, affordable, and safe-sleep approved BRICA Fold N’ Go Travel Bassinet is a dream for your wallet. Do note, it’s only meant for use up to 6 months and, you’ll likely have to put the bassinet on the floor, which may not be practical for a number of reasons (e.g., frequent night-time nursing, pets, etc.) For something sleep-approved that requires less bending over and also grows with your child, go with the Graco Pack ‘n Play On The Go Playard with bassinet.

Best Budget Cribs

You’ll need a crib mattress of course and our budget pick is and always has been the Safety 1st Heavenly Dreams White Crib Mattress. Our general go-to brand for high-quality cribs that won’t break the bank is DaVinci. The Jenny Lind crib shown above will add great style to your nursery without breaking the bank. Ikea also has excellent crib options. Cribs are really a blank canvas regardless – and a great crib sheet can add that pizazz you need. We love the multi-packs by Peanutshell or Ely’s & Co.

moonjax® Swaddle Blanket 3-Pack Moon, Stardust, Constellation

For use inside or outside of the nursery, do NOT forget some muslin swaddle blankets, which have multiple uses beyond just swaddling.  Parents just rave about these 100% organic swaddle blankets from Moonjax said to be among the softest of their kind out there.  While they are on the pricier side, the multi-pack gets you a great deal on something you’ll use all the time.

Best Budget Swaddles

Wearable swaddles like the Swaddle Me Original swaddles are also a great, budget-conscious option. Swaddles create a cozy, womb-like feeling for baby and prevent the startle reflex that can wake your newborn infant. A three pack of these costs around $35 or less

 
Wubbanub Soft Toy and Infant Pacifier

While the wildly popular Wubbanub may be described by some as pricey and hardly fit for a budget baby registry, we’ve added it for two reasons: 1. it’s a 2-in-1 product (pacifier + lovie) so we feel that this justifies a higher price tag and 2. if you’re having a shower, it’s great to register for this item as a gift. An important thing to note about Wubbanubs, due to safe sleep recommendations, reserve the Wubbanub for supervised snoozing only.

Nanobebe flexy pacifiers are an excellent choice for sleep!

 
Best Budget Baby Monitor

Since the launch of Gugu Guru in 2015, the VTech DM221 Safe & Sound Digital Audio Baby Monitor has remained our leading budget baby monitor recommendation across the board. If you’re looking for a video monitor, we would recommend the Summer Infant Glimpse Video Baby Monitor as our budget video monitor pick coming in at less than $100.

 
Best Budget Humidifier

You’ll need a cool mist humidifier for your home. It will help immensely when baby catches the sniffles and even when breastfeeding! We have always been huge fans of Crane USA and their excellent humidifiers.

Budget Baby Registry: Layette

Best Budget Baby Layette

Generally people love to gift clothing, so try to register for specific items that you know you’ll love. We always recommend adding pajamas in a variety of sizes and some basics that you know you’ll use. Check out our post on newborn clothing necessities Clothing is also something that you can easily score as hand-me-downs or from BST (Buy/Sell/ Trade) groups on Facebook. You’ll want to get lots of onesies and zippered pajamas (snaps are terrible in the middle of the night.) To make sure you have some of the basics covered, you can also register for an economical layette set like this Essential Newborn Baby Layette Set from SpaSilk. Here’s a budget tip – go gender neutral for clothes.  If you plan to have more babies, you can re-use what you have and if you don’t plan on having another, you can trade or sell gender-neutral items more easily.

Budget Baby Registry: Feeding

Regardless of how you plan to feed your baby, you’ll definitely need some burp cloths. One of the most popular burp cloths is actually labeled as a diaper! The Gerber Birdseye 3-Ply Prefold Cloth Diaper. A pack of 10 will cost you less than $20.

 

Though it’s certainly not the least expensive pillow on the market, nursing moms love the My Brest Friend Original Nursing Pillow, which comes in a variety of colors and styles. You’ll also want to pick up some nursing pads as well. For mothers who are not exclusively breastfeeding, the Evenflo Balance + Bottles are an excellent high-quality budget choice. Parents love the angled bottle for reducing gas and ease of use. Don’t forget a bottle brush too.

As baby starts solids and graduates to self-feeding, the Fisher-Price Spacesaver High Chair is our top budget choice. In fact, Gugu Guru’s founder, Monica, used this chair for her two babes. For baby’s adventures dining in, you’ll also need soft-tip infant spoons, suction bowls and bibs (note: there are drool bibs and there are feeding bibs, we’re speaking of the latter.)

Budget Baby Registry: Bath & Potty

Here’s the truth about diapers: you may have to try a few brands before you figure out what works best.  It’s not unusual that one diaper brand is deemed as superior and leak proof by one parent, and that same brand is labeled as inferior by another.  It’s also not unusual to switch along the way.

Best Budget Diapers

Huggies Little Snugglers, Pampers Swaddlers, and Luvs are often loved by many parents. Also, don’t look past your bulk buy stores (Costco and Sam’s Club both have excellent diaper options). Target also has an excellent line of diapers, which many parents swear by! took the cake. Budget hint: try Amazon’s Subscribe & Save service for 5% off diapers and also wipes.

 
Earth Mama Organics Simply Non-Scents Castile Baby Wash

Even though this post is about saving money on baby products, Gugu Guru would encourage our readers not to skimp too much on products you put on baby’s skin, e.g., hair & body wash or lotion. Luckily, we found Earth Mama’s line of safe baby wash, perfect for those newborn suds.

For infant bath tubs, Summer’s Splish ‘n Splash Newborn Tub has always reigned supreme among parents for a best budget find. Shown here, this tub will grow with your little one all the way to toddlerhood!

Best Budget Hooded Towels

For adorable and budget-friendly hooded towels and washcloths, look no further than Luvable friends.

 

Budget-minded parents will be happy to know that you can get all of your health and grooming essentials in one fell swoop with the Safety 1st Deluxe Kit

Budget Baby Registry: Play Time

For our favorite budget play mat, the beloved Infantino brand comes in again with some amazing options.

Fisher Price consistently has some great play options. You can find some exceptional toys, bouncers, and seats for baby to use throughout the house.

 
 
Baby Bargains: Secrets to Saving 20% to 50% on baby cribs, car seats, strollers, high chairs and much, much more

For more tips on how to save on anything and everything baby, arm yourself with the bible of budget parenting: Baby Bargains.

Looking for more help! Check out our shop today for many of our favorite budget finds.

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Crane’s Select Cordless Breast Pump: Our Village Weighs In

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The company behind our go-to humidifiers and air purifiers has allowed members from our Gugu Village to test their Select Cordless Electric Breast Pump. We had a number of new moms try out this pump. Some first-time moms, others are on baby #2 or #3, but we got lots of great feedback on this small, yet powerful pump.

Looking for the Deluxe Cordless Pump Review? Check it out here!

Jessica D.

I received this pump to try out and I honestly have nothing but good things to say. I love how I can take it anywhere with me because of how small and light it is. I had zero problems cleaning the pieces and it’s really easy to connect all the parts. I like the fact the flange has silicone to help create a suction but I do have a hard time trying to see if my nipple is inside the flange. Also, the pump is louder than other pumps I’ve tried but not loud enough to wake your little one if you pump in the room. Overall, I’ve really enjoyed using it!!

Haylee S.

The crane pump is more compact and easier to clean than the pump I was using before. The flanges are silicone which is a great feature and a lot more comfortable. The actual machine itself is very compact and easy for traveling and for on-the-go moms. I plan on bringing it with me on an upcoming trip. Overall great pump- wish I had this one when I first started.

Katie C.

I was given the opportunity to try the Crane Select Cordless Electric Breast Pump. This is a nice little pump with some great features. The pump is lightweight and rechargeable which I really like! The silicone inserts make pumping really comfortable once everything is all set up. That said, I did find it a bit awkward to get the flanges on when double pumping and using a hands-free bra. Because the silicone is opaque and there is only one piece for the flange/diaphragm/valve of the pump, it is hard to see if your nipples are in the right place. Having it all one piece also made it hard (and sometimes a bit messy) when finished pumping and trying to clean up. I found the suction/my output with this pump was good – I might have had high expectations from other reviews who felt like this pump was way better than other options. I think the suction is very good, especially for a portable pump, but it didn’t increase my output vs my pump in style. I like that there are two expression phases, but the pump doesn’t switch itself from one to the other and doesn’t remember previous settings. Increasing/decreasing the pump speed causes the pump to pause so the transitions aren’t as seamless as I would prefer. 

Overall, I love how portable this pump is and it would be really great for traveling and the price point is great for someone looking to pump sometimes. That said I’m not sure I would love it for my full-time working – 3 pumps a day/5 days a week – pump, but I could be biased since I’ve used two different Medela pumps for 15+ months of pumping.

Brittany V.

I’ve been using this breast pump for two weeks and I’m really impressed. I’ve tried a few different ones now and I love that this one is smaller and that it’s cordless. It makes it really easy to take with me and use anywhere. This one is comfortable and works well. The bottles that come with it are of really great quality too. They’re a good size and shape and feel heavier like a nicer quality than a cheap bottle. It’s really easy to pump and then switch the top to have a nipple and use the bottle too. I’d definitely recommend it to someone looking for a portable/cordless pump.

Thank you to Crane-USA for allowing our moms to test out this awesome pump!

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Add to Registry: Best Bottle Brush

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Is baby eating enough? Is baby sleeping enough? Do we have enough diapers and wipes to get us through the next week? New parents have so much to worry about. Cleaning your bottles should not be one of those stressors. The newest product from one of our top-recommended brands, Nanobébé, will make this daily chore even easier. Introducing: the Nanobébé Electric Baby Bottle Brush.

The Most Convenient Bottle Brush

The new Nanobébé Electric Bottle Brush is a perfect addition to your cleaning routine. Unlike most other bottle brushes, the electric rotating head allows you to clean bottles quickly and thoroughly. It also has an interchangeable head, fitting your Flexy Pacifiers perfectly and ensuring that the brush stays hygienic and clean. No more time wasted on scrubbing stubborn breastmilk or formula stains. Your bottles and pacifiers will be sparkling in a matter of seconds.

Bottle Cleaning Revamped

A perfect gift for any new parent, the Nanobébé Electric Bottle Brush will make washing baby’s bottles enjoyable! The suction cup base allows the brush to stand upright, always keeping it a quick reach away. A single charge will give you weeks of cleaning and you’ll never need batteries on hand to keep your brush running.

Jade, a first-time mom in Chicago helped us review the Electric Bottle Brush – “My favorite part about it is the nipple head, as I always struggled getting that part of the bottle super clean with a regular brush. Now I don’t dread cleaning and I love knowing that [his] bottles are extra clean after using this electric brush!” 

We truly believe in Nanobébé’s entire line of products. The Electric Bottle Brush will be the perfect addition to any feeding bundle gift. Pair with a set of Flexy Silicone Bottles and a Slim Drying Rack, and you have every parent’s needs covered!

Thank you to Nanobébé for making this sponsored post possible.

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Feeding, Nursing & Feeding

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Registry Dilemma: Selecting a High Chair

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You’ve mastered the newborn phase. Feeding, burping, and spit up has been taken care of. As you near that 6-month mark, the next phase is creeping around the corner – introducing solids. Once your pediatrician gives you the green light, you know how to start introducing food, but where should baby sit? We’ve teamed up with Boon and surveyed our network of moms to bring you the top must-haves when selecting your high chair.

Easy to Clean

The top piece of feedback we received from parents is that their high chair must be easy to clean. In the beginning, this may not seem like a deal-breaker. The mess is initially pretty easy to contain, but soon your baby becomes a toddler who likes to throw, smash, and crumble every bite of food. You will need to give the high chair a thorough wipe down after every meal and this must be simple! Look for seats without lots of nooks and crannies and stay away from high chairs with big comfy upholstered seats. Boon has clearly thought about real life with babies and toddlers. The entire seat can go in the dishwasher! Throw the seat cushion in the washing machine along with the harness straps and your GRUB will look brand new.

Easy to Use and Safe

Parents also love simplicity. When you’re trying to wrangle a messy 8-month-old out of their seat, the last thing you should worry about is how to undo the harness. Simple harnesses and trays that are easy to remove are essential for everyday use. Look for a 5 point harness, keeping your little one safe from their first meal in the high chair. Boon’s GRUB has both a 5 point harness and an excellent tray (which is also dishwasher safe). For added simplicity, there is a hook on the back of the high chair for easy bib storage.

Ergonomics

As the generation who was raised on computers and screens is now having their own babies, we must be mindful about proper posture & ergonomic seating. We love that Boon GRUB has built-in an adjustable 5-position footrest to provide more ergonomic seating. We also love that the seat sits straight up and down, allowing for a 90 degree angle when seated.

Aesthetically Pleasing

Your high chair will essentially become another piece of furniture in your home. You don’t want to be stuck staring at something if you hate how it looks. Boon GRUB is a gorgeous high chair that will fit seamlessly into any kitchen. Plus, the seat pads now come in both green and pink (in addition to grey) making it great for twins or to spruce up a seat for your second little one down the road.

Multi-Functional

Finally, we love a high chair that is going to grow with your little one. We will always prioritize selecting a high chair with these options. The Boon GRUB can be used as a high chair, a table/counter height chair, and even a play table chair for your toddlers and young children. The best part? The chair has a sleek aesthetic, meaning it will fit with your home’s decor while being a safe place for your 3-year-old to have lunch!

Thank you to Boon for making this post possible.

Looking for help with other Registry Dilemmas? Check out our support below-
*Newborn Clothing
*Swaddle Blankets, Wearable Swaddles, and Sleepsacks
*Bouncer or Swing

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