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High chairs are convenient for keeping your baby safe and your kitchen a little less dirty. Not all high chairs are created equal, though. These chairs come with a variety of different features, some of which can make your baby more comfortable and make cleaning easier. With the right high chair, mealtime can become a lot less stressful. You can spend less time on clean up and more time taking care of your baby. A quality high chair won’t only make parents’ lives easier, but also supports baby’s feeding development. Of the many high chairs available, the newest the best one on the market is the Boon GRUB High Chair ($149). Below are the top six features of the GRUB High Chair that will make you fall in love with this seat and never look back.
When it comes to feeding your baby, you need a high chair that is easy to clean. The ability to quickly and easily clean your toddler’s chair is one of the most important features because let’s be honest – babies make a mess. The Boon High Chair makes cleaning as easy as possible with a detachable, dishwasher-safe seat and tray. You can remove the seat after a particularly messy meal and either rinse the chair under the sink or run it through the dishwasher depending on what you prefer. The quick and easy clean-up will save you a whole lot of time and give you fewer headaches moving forward. Plus, you’ll no longer dread dinner time.
A plastic high chair is easy to clean, but not particularly comfortable. That’s why the GRUB High Chair comes with a seat pad that will make your baby’s mealtimes more enjoyable. This isn’t just any seat pad, however, it’s a wipeable cushion. The Boon company understands the importance of easy clean-up, so all you have to do is pick up the seat cushion and wipe it off to remove any stray bits of food.
Toddlers manage to squirm their way out of various restraints, which is why the Boon High Chair is equipped with a 5-point harness. The five points will securely keep your baby in place, so you don’t have to worry about any accidents occurring.
The GRUB High Chair is not a short-term seat for your baby. This chair is made for six-month-olds all the way up to six years old. The adjustable footrest can move down as your toddler grows. The chair legs can also be adjusted to accommodate table height and eventually to act as a regular chair for your child.
It’s always hard to find a bib when you need one, which is why the Boon High Chair comes with an integrated storage hook conveniently located on the back of the seat. You can hang a bib or burp rag from the hook so one is always handy during meals and other messy moments.
Finally – for those minimalist parents who love longevity in their products, the Boon GRUB High Chair converts into a toddler chair for extended use – up to 50 pounds.
If you’re on the market for a new high chair, be sure to check out the new Boon GRUB. Available now in White with the charcoal chair available at the end of May 2021.
Thank you to Boon for making this sponsored post possible.
Read more Gugu Guru feeding blog posts:
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Essential Food for Babies and Kids: Serenity Kids
How Can You Establish Healthy Food Preferences Early In Your Baby’s Life?
The Multi-Cooker Baby Food Cookbook Review
A new baby brings excitement, joy, and a whole lot of formula into your life. Baby formula is an excellent way to supplement your breastfeeding, and it’s also a great alternative if you decide not to breastfeed at all. Why pay full price for all of those formula containers if you don’t have to though? With the Enfamil Family Beginnings Program, you can get formula coupons, formula samples, and you’re even entered for a chance to win free formula for a year when you sign up. The opportunity for discounted formula isn’t the only benefit of this program, either.
A big benefit of the Enfamil program is the tailored tips you can get to help prepare for your baby and navigate life with a newborn. Stay up to date on the latest developmental markers and nutrition tips for your growing baby through the program. You can follow these tips on the Enfamil Family Beginnings app as well as use the app to share your latest baby updates with loved ones. As a member of the program, you’ll also receive special offers for fun baby products. For instance, you could receive a rebate on birth announcements or photobooks.
Overall, the Enfamil Family Beginnings program is here to offer you important information about your growing baby and provide you with excellent discounts on formula and other necessities. The best part about this program is it’s free! Enroll now for up to $400 in free gifts for you and your new bundle of joy.
Thank you to Enfamil for making this sponsored post possible.
Breastfeeding is a wonderful opportunity to transfer healthy enzymes and beneficial antibodies to your baby. For working moms, or mom with a busy schedule, however, it’s not always possible to breastfeed for every feeding. Luckily, breast pumps are the perfect tool for increasing your milk supply and storing your baby’s food for later use. One of the biggest challenges, though, is choosing the right breast pump for your needs. Pumps come in a wide variety of options from manual pumps and battery-operated options to single-electric and double-electric varieties. To make your choice easy, we’ve found the single best breast pump out there for busy moms in 2021: Motif Luna.
The Motif Luna Pump is now available in a battery-powered version for more freedom and flexibility. Better yet, Luna is covered by most insurance plans! In a recent comparison test conducted by C+R Research, 5 out of 6 moms got more milk in less time with the Luna. For busy moms, this is a game-changing, time-saving pump. So much so that, 9 out of 10 moms preferred the Luna over their current pump.
When you’re busy, you don’t have 30 minutes or more to sit quietly and pump. You need a quick option that is efficient and easily portable. Luna is incredibly light. At just 2 pounds, it’s one of the lightest desktop pumps on the market. The Luna’s sleek, oval shape fits in almost any type of day bag or travel case so you can take it with you to work or wherever you’re headed on the go.
The Luna is a double pump that lets you quickly pump both breasts at the same time to cut your pumping time in half. You no longer have to take extended breaks at work, and you can even use the Luna Pump during your commute as the battery lasts 2+ hours between charges. Now your drive can be spent preparing dinner for your baby instead of sitting in traffic with sore breasts.
Another benefit of this pump is the quiet motor. Maybe a loud motor makes you feel self-conscious when you pump at work, or maybe you just don’t like a loud whirring noise in your ear for 15 minutes. Either way, the Luna Pump is known for its quiet 43-decibel hum that won’t rattle your nerves or wake your sleeping baby.
If you’re ready to get the perfect pump for your busy lifestyle, then order the Motif Luna Pump now.
Thank you to Motif Medical for making this sponsored post possible.
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.
Playtex Baby is all about making parents’ lives easier – providing them with the highest-quality baby products that give mom and baby exactly what they need right from the start. Check out some of our favorite Playtex Baby products!
The Playtex® Diaper Genie® Complete ($49.99) is the #1 selling Diaper Pail Brand. The ultimate odor lock system features a 7-layer refill bag. The pail contains a Built-In Odor Controlling Antimicrobial AND double-airtight clamps to help seal in odors. The Diaper Genie comes in four colors to match the decor in any nursery, and now includes three Diaper Genie® Clean Laundry™ Scent refills with each pail.
Diaper Genie® Clean Laundry™ Scent refill bags ($16.99) feature Max Odor Lock™ technology to help protect from odors and germs. The durable, 7-layer film seals in dirty diaper odors, while built-in antimicrobial inhibits bacteria growth on the film. The continuous bags hold up to 240 newborn-sized diapers so you can spend less time making trash trips and more time with your baby. When it’s emptying time, the opaque film hides dirty diapers, so you won’t have to relive all those big blowouts. Phew!
Playtex® Nurser Silicone Pods ($34.99) are a reusable way to store breast milk, without any waste. The Pods connect via adapters to most breast pumps, and won’t leak in the refrigerator or freezer, even when stored upside down.
The pods can be used in 4 easy steps:
No milk transfer needed – No mess, No waste!
Watch below to hear what our Director of Education and Parenting Training has to say about these fabulous Playtex Baby products and building the ultimate baby registry!
Thank you to Playtex Baby for making this sponsored post possible.
One of the many concerns new working moms have is how their breastfed baby will take to the bottle when they return to work. With moms working hard to pump all day, they want to ensure their babies will be able to drink effortlessly while they are at work. It’s no surprise, then, that comotomo Silicone Baby Bottles have become incredibly popular for working families. comotomo bottles are created to mimic the mound shape and nipple feel of the breast, but the design and attention to detail throughout the creation of the bottle is completely unique to comotomo. Read on to see why comotomo bottles have become such a hit with working moms!
It seems as though the standard baby bottle design had not been updated for centuries, and comotomo realized it was high time to design a baby bottle to mimic the breastfeeding process and completely redesigned the entire structure of the bottle and nipple help ease breastfed babies into bottle feeding without nipple confusion, while making it easy on their mouth, stomach, and your hands, too.
comotomo has completely revolutionized the baby bottle with their new design. For example, the standard nipples on bottles are often created in a shape which is difficult for a small baby to properly latch on to. However, the silicone nipples from the comotomo bottles are designed to mimic the breast shape, and therefore help your baby “latch onto the bottle.” For a mama going back to work, it’s important to know that the baby can properly feed from a bottle. As comotomo says, “The wide-mound design and the soft silicone nipple help your baby seamlessly transition back and forth from the breast to bottle!”
And, if you’re a formula feeding mom, comotomo bottles make the feeding experience special. As the comotomo bottles offer the soothing, soft, and comforting experience to formula fed babies as well. Because of its silicone soft skin, mama and baby can comfortably cuddle up to feed, without any cold, hard bottles in the way. Plus, comotomo bottles are wonderful for formula, as their necks are wide, which means you can easily measure and dump formula powder (or liquid) into the bottle without spilling powder all over, causing your measurements to be off.
The actual bottles are unique in that they are made from medical grade silicone and…skin soft! We love that they truly thought of everything. For example, they took into consideration that since a baby’s hands are so small and it takes them so long to learn to grasp, they created soft and squishy bottles that a baby is much more likely to be able to learn to hold. Furthermore, the soft and skin-like texture of the bottle is much more comforting to a baby than hard plastic or glass. The softness of the bottle has a soothing feel; when you’re feeding formula to the baby in the middle of the night, there will be no cold bottle pressed against your baby’s skin. Also, comotomo bottles are BPA, PVC and phthalate free, so they are safe for baby.
If you are looking for the perfect baby gift for a working mom, comotomo’s Baby Bottle Bundle is the perfect gift for expecting or new parents! Each comotomo Baby Bottle Bundle (7-Piece Gift Set) includes: two 5oz. bottles, two 8oz. bottles, a package of two slow flow nipples (0-3 months), a package of two medium flow nipples (3 -6 months), and a package of two fast flow nipples (6+ months). Learn more about comotomo on their website.
Thank you to comotomo for making this sponsored post possible.
Gugu Guru was so excited to work with influencer couple Mel & Neg Cordova on this real mom review for the new battery powered Motif Luna Breast Pump. In this post, Mel shares how this fabulous pump made her breastfeeding and pumping journey easier.
I am a first time mom, new to breastfeeding and I originally did not know where to start when it came to a breast pump. Like most anything nowadays, there are always too many choices for the same product and it can make things very confusing. Which one is better? Why are the price points so different? What does one brand offer over the other? I often rely on either asking people I know and trust for recommendations or searching for blogs and reviews on products I am interested in – and it was no different when it came to a breast pump. After my own experience, I can offer some advice for other new mommas out there.
Over the last few years, I had heard other mothers talk about brands like Medela and more recently, the modern Spectra pump. I had not caught wind of the Motif Luna with Battery Pump until Gugu Guru recommended it. As with most products they have thankfully suggested, I thought it would be a great opportunity to give the Motif Luna with Battery a try. And I am so glad I did!
I didn’t really start to pump until about 6-8 weeks postpartum. I was primarily focusing on breastfeeding and maintaining my supply based on my baby’s feeding needs. Before I knew it, I was approaching week 10 and was trying to play catch up for that working-mom-life. Knowing I had to start work by week 12, I had to get to pumping. And no joke – the Motif Luna with Battery is a rock star pump!
First of all, I love the fact that it is super easy to assemble, doesn’t have a ton of parts, it’s very quiet, and the best part – its wireless! Some other notable features is that it has two different modes – massage and expression – with varying levels in each mode, an LED light, backflow prevention, a great built-in handle making it easy to carry around the house since it is wireless, and the timer clock with auto shut off, which has proven to be very useful on many occasions.
I feel like I’ve become a pro at this pumping gig now. The Motif Luna with Battery made it super easy. I feel like I’m pumping any chance I get. I have pumped early in the mornings to express milk before feeding, right next to my sleeping wife and baby, and I even ran a meeting on the phone while pumping – yes it’s THAT quiet. I’m pretty sure I’ve gotten at least 4 different 30 minute+ sessions out of one charge, if not more.
Overall, it’s sleek, lightweight and easy to carry around with me when I’m multi-tasking 101 things at once. Us moms know the feeling all too well – that freedom comes in handy. I really love my battery-powered Motif Luna Pump and would highly recommend this to anyone I know – 5 stars! You will not regret it!
The Motif Luna Pump with Battery means more milk in less time.
Check with your insurance provider as Motif may be covered.
Thank you to Motif for making this sponsored post possible.
It can be overwhelming planning for your new baby, however Enfamil® is here to make it as easy as possible for you to transition effortlessly into parenthood and beyond! The Enfamil Family Beginnings® program is a fantastic way to get prepared for baby, including Enfamil® baby formula coupons, baby formula samples, special offers and other savings. Enfamil® has thought of everything when it comes to prepping your family for your new arrival. Right now, if you join The Enfamil Family Beginnings® program, you will receive up to $400 in free gifts for you and your baby throughout your pregnancy, baby’s first year and into toddlerhood. Read on to learn more about the The Enfamil Family Beginnings® program!
The Enfamil Family Beginnings® program may include:
Every motherhood journey is unique, so your Enfamil Family Beginnings experience is tailored to the information you provide and may vary from what another mom might experience. If you have questions about the program or would like more detail, Enfamil’s Family of Experts can help at 1-800-BABY123 between 7am-7pm CST M-F; 8am-4:30pm Sat.
Click here to join Enfamil Family Beginnings for up to $400 in gifts and a chance to win free formula for a year!
This post is sponsored by Enfamil®.
Any working mom knows, it can be a struggle to feed everyone when they’re hungry. Between busy commutes, daycare pickups, and responding to work emails, a mom’s got to find a quick and easy way to feed those hungry mouths! We’re excited to introduce you to Serenity Kids – a healthy and quick way to make sure your littles are getting all of the nutrition they need. Serenity Kids is a one-of-a-kind company that focuses on low sugar baby and toddler food made with ethically sourced meats, organic savory veggies, and healthy fats. You know you’re choosing the healthiest option when it comes to Serenity Kids.
The Serenity Kids’ meat and veggie pouches are ideal for busy days, daycare snacks and lunches, and anytime you are on the go. With delicious flavors such as grass fed beef with organic kale and sweet potatoes, free range chicken with organic peas and carrots, wild caught salmon with organic butternut squash and beet, pasture raised turkey with organic pumpkin and beets, grass-fed bison with organic squash and spinach, and uncured bacon with organic kale and squash – you are sure to find many meat-based flavors your baby loves! Be sure to check out their Organic Savory Veggies line made with healthy fats like organic avocado or olive oil, as well. It’s also a fantastic way to introduce new flavors to your little ones at any early age. With no added sugars or preservatives, Serenity Kids’ allergen-free, easy grab and go pouch is the most nutritious low sugar baby food option for your little one.
The variety packs are a fantastic way to keep your baby’s taste buds evolving and try new flavors. Serenity Kids’ ethically sourced meats come from pasture raised animals from small American family farms and are never given antibiotics, hormones, or GMO feed. Pasture raised meat is proven to be higher in Omega 3 fatty acids, CLAs, Vitamin E, Iron, and other vitamins and minerals that support healthy development. Their farmers also use Regenerative Agriculture practices that mimic the way wild animals live in nature. Not only do these animals lead happier lives, but these practices also help reverse climate change.
Serenity Kids is excited to have recently launched their Toddler Purees with Bone Broth. These new flavors are full of ingredients toddlers love that help expand their palate and provide essential nutrients for their growing body and brain. Each pouch is made with pasture raised meat from small American regenerative family farms, ethically sourced bone broth made with organic ingredients, and Certified USDA Organic vegetables and herbs.
Serenity Kids Toddler Purees with Bone Broth feature 5+ grams protein and 5g healthy fats per serving for growing and developing bodies 12 months and up! Bone broth and herbs can help broaden a toddler’s palate, strengthen growing bones and teeth, help build connective tissue and joints, reduce the risk of food sensitivity, as well as support immunity and digestion. These are ideal for any time of the day, as a snack or to add to a meal.
Head over to Serenity Kids to learn more and use code WM15 for 15% off your first order on the website.
Thank you to Serenity Kids for making this sponsored post possible.
