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New Mom Series: Infant Bathing

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Warning: the images in this post may cause cuteness overload. 🙂

Welcome to Gugu Guru’s New Mom Series, where we provide helpful information for new and expecting moms about preparing and registering for baby. For this Safe Infant Bathing feature, we have partnered up with mama Krista Horton, 4moms, Little Giraffe, and Babyganics.

Tip: When your baby is brand new, most experts recommend that you stick with sponge baths for a few weeks, or at least until their umbilical cord stump falls off. Your newborn won’t need a sponge bath every day; two or three times per week is fine. This is because your little one can lose body heat very quickly. Using a warm washcloth (you don’t really even need soap for the early days), just give baby a quick once-over and then snuggle them in a cozy towel.

Krista Horton’s 3 month old daughter is ready to start bathing in an infant tub. The first step? Reading up on Bathtime Safety!

Baby Bathing Tips:

Collect all bathing materials before starting the bath.
Typically the water temperature for baby should be 90-100 degrees.
Never lift the tub or seat with baby in it.
No water should be in adult tub or sink.
Keep adult drain open when using baby tub.
Bath seats should only be used with child who can sit unassisted.
Ignore distractions – never leave your child unattended.

Based on her lifestyle and budget, Gugu Guru recommended the 4Moms Infant Tub, for Krista’s registry. The 4Moms Infant Tub, may be a Gugu Guru best match for you if: you live in a house (i.e., more space), your budget is “middle of the road” and you like a modern aesthetic .

In Krista’s words:
“This tub does all the dirty work for you. I love that it monitors the temperature for you and beeps if the water is too hot. I also love how it filters out the water during the bath so my baby could have warm, fresh water the entire bath!”

For baby’s personal care, Gugu Guru recommends Babyganics Baby-Safe Hero Essentials Gift Set. The set has a variety of essentials for bathing, including necessities like: Moisturizing Daily Lotion, Baby Bubble Bath, Foaming Baby Shampoo and Body Wash – all in a delicious Chamomile Verbena scent. Gugu Guru recommends Babyganics across all registries because of the brand’s affordability and totally responsible and safe formulations.

In Krista’s words:
“I love that the Babyganics products are natural and gentle for my baby’s delicate skin and the fresh, chamomile scent!”

For the bath towel, Gugu Guru recommended the softest and cutest towel to fit Krista’s budget and style — the Plush Hooded Baby Towel from Little Giraffe. Little Giraffe is known for its high-quality, super soft products and signature chenille textiles.

In Krista’s words:
“Cutest, softest little set! I love the material and the size was perfect because a lot of baby towels and washcloths are too small for my liking!”

Bathtime was completed with Babyganics’ Moisturizing Daily Lotion along with some kisses from mom. Squeaky clean…safely.

Featured in this week’s New Mom Series:

Krista: I am Krista Horton, 29 years old, married to my favorite guy and mama to Boston (2) and Kollyns (3 months). I am a stay at home mama and I wouldn’t have it any other way! I absolutely love being home with my babies and we love getting out and about and going on as many adventures as we can!

4moms: 4moms® is a consumer technology company that leverages robotics, technology and innovative design to disrupt and redefine existing industries. The company has transformed the baby gear industry with products like the 4moms origami®, the world’s only power-‐folding stroller; the 4moms mamaRoo® infant seat that replicates the bouncing and swaying motions parents make when soothing their babies; and the 4moms breeze® playard that opens or closes in one simple step.

Little Giraffe: Little Giraffe is known for creating top-of-the-line, luxury baby blankets and newborn essentials. All Little Giraffe products are made from the highest quality, softest textiles, and provide not only comfort, but soothe and calm baby for restful sleep.

Babyganics: When we started families of our own, we found we shared a “grown up” mission: to help parents like us create a baby-safe world. We’d do this by creating a world of products made to go wherever babies go (pretty much everywhere). Because exploring and discovering is a baby’s full time job. Our job—every parent’s job— is to make it safe for babies to do theirs. It’s the best way to make sure they fully develop and thrive.

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Allergen-Free Round Up

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It’s allergy season but for babies that can be year-round. Babies’ skin is sensitive and there’s nothing worse than when they’re having an allergic reaction to something not food-related and you can’t figure out the cause. That’s why allergen-free products are not only healthy for baby but put your mind at ease, too! Read on about some of our favorite products for your baby registry that are allergen-free and then enter to win them all:

Bambo Nature
Looking for an allergen-free and eco-friendly way to diaper your baby, but still want disposable diapers? Bambo Nature is the perfect answer. Made to fit your baby’s growing body, these diapers are free from chlorine, perfumes, optical brighteners and lotions, as well as phthalates, latex, and gluten. Bambo Nature diapers feature a breathable back-sheet, which ensures that the skin can breathe, keeping the skin drier and less prone to rash or infection. Bambo Nature also features hypoallergenic baby wipes and training pants for older toddlers.

Lullaby Earth Breeze Mattress
Babies spend a lot of time sleeping (if you’re lucky!), so many parents are looking for allergen-free and healthy crib mattresses. Lullaby Earth Breeze mattresses are made without vinyl, PVC, and phthalates; they are also free of flame retardants, yet still pass all government flammability standards. In order to provide a waterproof barrier, Lullaby Earth uses food-grade polyethylene and does not contain any polyurethane foam, which is known to “off-gas,” and is not healthy for small babies. But, the best part of Lullaby Earth mattresses are that they are the only crib mattress to offer a breathable surface with a waterproof core; this means that they are completely allergy-friendly for even the most sensitive of babies.

Molly’s Suds
Started by a mom and nurse, Molly’s Suds features laundry powders, cloth diaper wash, and even dog shampoo – all of which are phthalate and fragrance-free, as well as aluminum free. Have a baby with super sensitive skin? You’re going to want to wash baby’s clothing and cloth diapers in Molly’s Suds. With their “no compromise” attitude, you can rest easy knowing that what your baby is wearing, swaddled in, and sleeping in all day long is washed with only healthy, non-toxic ingredients.

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The Best Developmental Toys for Babies Ages 0-12 Months

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You may not think to add toys to your baby registry list, but there are a host of play items that can help babies develop some early age-appropriate skills. Developmental toys for babies also make for great baby shower gifts. When in doubt, gifting fun and smartly designed toys is always a winner! The trick is sneaking in a little something to make their brains work hard while still keeping them engaged and happy. Here, some of the best age-appropriate toys for babies: 0-12 months.

Sassy Sensory Developmental Ball

Fact: Babies love playing with balls. Another fact: They love anything with a funky texture. Making this ball a winner. Not to mention that it’s made for little hands to grab and play effectively. A must for any baby.

Melange Collection Stuffed Animals

Looking for gorgeous stuffed animals that your baby will continue to love as they grow? Melange Collection is full of high-quality (and beautiful!) stuffed animals that make an excellent keepsake for years!

Books

Starting your baby’s library from day one is a great way to expose them to colors, shapes, and sounds. They will learn so much through books and inherently begin to develop a love of reading. We like filling baby’s bookshelves with board books and these, which are truly indestructible.

Lamaze Play and Grow Freddie the Firefly

Every parent needs a toy to attach to the stroller or car seat to keep baby amused during travel time. We love the take-along toys from Lamaze, like Freddie the Firefly. Babies will love to play with the crinkly wings, peekabo mirror and clacking rings.

Teethers

Throughout the first year, your little one will explore loads of products through their mouth. Be prepared with a number of safe items for them to chew on whether they are looking for sensory input or getting new teeth. We love to have a variety of teethers to allow your little one to explore different textures.

Mouse Loves Pig

For years we have been recommending the toys from Mouse Loves Pig. The colorful ribbon wands are a perfect addition to baby’s first toy box. We also love their crinkle toys, which give great feedback to your little ones during tummy time each day.

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Registry Dilemma: Bouncer or Swing?

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Here’s a hint from the team at Gugu Guru: you might not need a bouncer AND a swing. Both bouncers and swings have a specific function and each fits a certain lifestyle and living situation. If you have the space to accommodate both, awesome! But babies come with a lot of gear and it really depends on if you have the space to accommodate both or not.

Take the quiz below to find out what’s the best choice for you…bouncer? or swing?

If you still want to shop all of the options, here are our unbiased pros and cons for both types of baby chill out styles from the team at Gugu Guru.

BOUNCER

What is it?

A bouncer is usually lightweight and moves with baby’s own movements, or a nudge from mom and dad’s hand or foot. Bouncers tend to be more compact, low to the ground, and easy to store.

Pros

Many baby bouncer seats don’t require batteries and even if they do, your little one will still get the benefits of bounce, no batteries required.
If you have limited space, a baby bouncer only takes up a little bit of real estate.
Bouncers are portable. You can easily move it from room to room or throw it in the trunk to bring to grandma’s house.
They are generally less expensive than swings.

Cons

There’s typically only one motion with a bouncer—bouncing.
Some babies are less likely to drift off to sleep in a bouncer than in a swing.
Some bouncers can easily tip over and seem a bit less stable than swings. Take caution with where you place them and make sure not to leave baby unattended in one.

Our favorite bouncers:

Baby Bjorn Bouncers $199 – 249
Baby Delight Go with Me Alpine Deluxe Portable Bouncer $89.99
Fisher Price Bouncers $31.99 – 59.99

SWING

What is it?

A swing is often larger than a bouncer and is mechanically powered to rock baby back and forth or side to side. Many swings have additional features like songs, white noise, vibration, and more.

Pros

Many swings come with toys and various settings with lights, vibration, music and other sounds, making them a one-stop-shop of entertainment for babies.
Swings have the magic ability of soothing most babies when they’re fussy.
The swinging motion is like an instant sleep inducer.

Cons

Baby might get accustomed to the back and forth motion and may have trouble falling asleep without it.
These things tend to have a big footprint. A swing can take up a lot of space in a small apartment.
Swings need a power source and/or they go through a lot of batteries.
Swings are heavy. Once you decide on a spot for one, it’s staying there until you can call for backup to move it.

Our favorite swings:

4moms RockaRoo Cool Mesh $189.99
Munchkin Bluetooth Enabled Baby Swing $189.99

Can’t decide? Still think you need both? It happens! Here are some great hybrid options we recommend. These hybrid products offer parents the best of both worlds, and help you avoid a home taken over by too much baby “stuff”.

4Moms Mamaroo4 Classic Grey $239.99
Graco DuetSoothe Swing and Rocker $118.99

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7 Best Baby Shower Menu Ideas

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Summer is a great time to host a baby shower! If you’re planning one for your bestie and her new bundle of joy we know that you have a lot to think about- location, theme, décor, games and food.

We’ve created this cool and easy menu to help you check something off your list. Because it’s hot outside, everyone wants cooler, lighter fare, and we know you don’t want to spend days working over a hot stove. We kept that in mind as we selected these great recipes that require little to no heat!

Veggie and Dip Cups

These portable little appetizers can be customized to your specific party. Fill the bottom with hummus or ranch (or any dip!) and add in whatever fresh veggies you’d like.

Mango, Watermelon, and Tomato Salad

How’s this for a summer salad? It’s a colorful array of mango, watermelon and tomato in a tangy, but sweet dressing- sure to delight your guests!

Savannah Cheesecake Cookies

These little cheesecake cookies aren’t really cookies at all, but mini bites of scrumptious cheesecake! They can be prepared one week prior to your event and only take 20 minutes to make.

Strawberry Country Cake

There’s something about strawberry shortcake that just screams summer. And the addition of the lemon and orange zest give this cake an extra dose of summer! The cake is easy to make and will be a lovely addition to your table.

Summer Peach Tea Punch

Summer days are hot so be sure that you serve a beverage that’s cold and refreshing. With hints of mint, peach and lemon, this sparkling iced tea will get the job done! If you’re looking for a summer cocktail, try one of these recipes from Pottery Barn. They’re wonderful for a large crowd!

Sandwiches are a popular choice at baby showers because they’re easy to prepare and easy to eat. Though we like the ever-popular chicken salad, we also love unique recipes and thought you might want to try something new at your next event. Both of these sandwiches are family favorites and we’re sure your guests will love them too!

Caprese Sandwich

If you’d like to offer a lighter or vegetarian option to your guests, try this simple Caprese Sandwich. Start with a French baguette or ciabatta bread, layer fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. Top with salt, pepper and balsamic glaze. Click here for a more detailed Caprese Sandwich recipe.

Roast Beef and Arugula Sandwich

1/4 cup Mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. Dried Onion Flakes
1 Tbsp. Spicy Mustard
1 Tbsp. Horseradish Sauce Or Straight Prepared Horseradish
2- 8oz. focaccia loaves
1 lb. thin sliced roast beef
2 oz. Fresh Arugula
1 tsp. Olive Oil
2 Tbsp. Shredded Parmesan

Combine the mayo, onion, mustard and horseradish to make the sandwich dressing.
Toss the arugula with the olive oil and parmesan.
Cut the focaccia bread horizontally so that you have a top and bottom piece.
Spread the dressing on the cut side of both pieces. On the bottom piece, layer the roast beef, top with arugula and the top piece of bread. Cut each focaccia into small sandwiches and serve. Enjoy!
Dressing adapted from Pioneer Woman Hot Roast Beef Sandwiches

About Cheryl Seidel
Seidel is a sought after etiquette expert and regular contributor for The Huffington Post and author of the popular Ask Cheryl blog. She helps advise readers with handy tips on how much to spend, when gift giving is appropriate and other would-have-loved-to-know-that-when moments in gift giving, She is also the founder and President of www.RegistryFinder.com, an intuitive search engine that helps gift givers quickly and easily find online registries for weddings, baby showers, graduations and more.

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Stamp My Feet: The Keepsake that Lasts

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We recently stumbled upon Stamp My Feet, a women-owned/grandma-owned business based in the Pacific NW. Stamp My Feet creates custom, beautiful, and stress-proof nursery keepsakes. We are pretty much obsessed with these kits. Just check out their Instagram feed and we know you’ll agree!

Stamp My Feet’s stamp kits contain a stylish gallery-wrapped canvas, letter and number stamps for personalization, and non-toxic ink. The canvases are erasable until sealed so you can get it just right, because wiggly baby feet and hands are inevitable. The kits even include a ribbon so you can hang your finished canvas on the nursery wall as soon as it’s dry!

Stamp My Feet says: Just ink your child’s hand or foot, stamp the canvas, and use the included stamps to personalize your little one’s name and birthdate. The stamps are clear so you can see exactly where you’re placing them. Easy-peasy, right? If you make a mistake or your baby wiggles and things get smudged, don’t stress, you can easily wipe off the entire print with a damp cloth or just touch it up with a cotton swab. It will be dry within 2-24 hours!

While Stamp My Feet kits are ideal for capturing a newborn’s footprints, they are also great for handprints at milestones like a first birthday or even the first day of kindergarten! They are available in a variety of styles; so there’s a kit to suit any kind of event and every kind of décor, from minimalist to traditional.

This gift is especially perfect for any new or expectant parent. No guessing on size, gender, or wondering if they already have it — you’re all set! Order your kit here.

Toki Mats: The Softest Playmat. Ever.

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As with most fantastic ideas, necessity is the mother of invention, and quite literally when it comes to Toki Mats. Founded by a mama while on maternity leave with her second child, she realized there was no place to get down on the floor and safely play with her newborn and toddler. At least, she didn’t have one that was both comfortable and modern. Toki Mats was created for the modern parent to have a functional, stylish, and most importantly, super soft place to get down and play with your crew.

Photo: @d_lillian

Toki Mats are completely unique in their structure, as they consist of one fabric cover with two side zip openings, and two natural latex foam inserts. Their unique foam is the perfect blend of squish and firmness, to pad baby’s falls and help support them as they develop critical movement skills. The outer cover is 100% super soft cotton fabric, and the waterproof covers are 100% bamboo jersey fabric. Parents love the optional waterproof covers, as they are easily washable. As an added fun bonus, the outer covers can be swapped out for a different design in no time flat. And, as Toki Mats was created by a mom, all materials are certified non-toxic and chemical free.

photo: @kaleekilgrow.photo

Toki Mats are an essential baby item for the house, as they are light enough to carry from room to room, and make getting down on the floor with your baby comfortable for you! Whether it’s tummy time, playing with the baby and toddler, reading books, or simply lounging, you too will enjoy the comfort and softness of the playmat. Heading out to grandma’s house? No worry, the mats easily fold into the travel case to take anywhere, in the car, train, or plane.

photo: @carriehuseman

The mats come in a ton of modern styles and in two convenient sizes, their regular size, and a mega size – ideal for baby and a toddler! The Toki Mat would make an awesome baby shower gift, and a gift for your own family, too. We can’t pick a favorite style, so we say get all of your favorite styles!

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Gugu Guru Village Love: Virtual Services

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Gugu Guru’s Village Love Registry is our registry of must-have items from our own community of parents. It’s all the necessities for sleep, feeding, baby gear, bathing, lounging, toddlers and more that our community would always recommend to new parents. Today we’re sharing all of the virtual services that are much-loved by the Gugu Guru community. Check out this comprehensive list of virtual services that you can access from the comfort of your couch. Plus, many discounts and special offers for Gugu Guru readers!

Arrow Birth: Virtual education and 1:1 support for every step of the parenthood path. By providing innovative education and highly-tailored support, Arrow Birth empowers families to positively adapt to any modern parenting demand. From contemplating parenthood through chasing toddlers, Arrow has families covered. Special Discount for Gugu Guru readers: head to Arrow Birth and use code GUGUGURU to purchase Arrow Birth’s Discover Course for $149 (normally $349)

Little Crown Interiors: Little Crown Interiors offers virtual child and nursery interior design nationwide. Little Crown Interiors was founded in 2008 by designer and artist, Naomi Alon. She created her design studio with a focus on nurseries and child spaces after seeing this specialized skill missing from other firms. Bringing together beauty, functionality and safety, Naomi believes in creating spaces for her clients that are unique, intentional and curated.

Lori Bregman: Lori Bregman is a renowned doula, life coach, author of Mamaste and The Mindful Mom To Be and co-founder of Seedlyfe Superfoods. With over 19 years of experience, Lori works with moms-to-be and new moms on all aspects of their personal transformation from fertility through pregnancy and into new motherhood. Lori is offering Gugu Guru readers 15% off using code mindfulmom15.

Mahaley Patel: Mahaley is a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant that helps families nationwide with virtual sleep consulting. Mahaley is offering 20% off any sleep package for Gugu Guru readers, just mention “Gugu Guru Village Love”.

Momseze: Momseze is here to help new parents 24/7/365 by immediately connecting you with nurses, lactation consultants and baby care experts from the comfort of your home. Momseze is offering Gugu Guru readers 10% off a visit with code guguguru.

The Parent Collective: The Parent Collective offers judgment-free in-person and virtual prenatal and postpartum support to help you find your village. The Parent Collective is offering 10% off a class for Gugu Guru parents using code GUGU10.

The Sleep Lady: For 25 years, sleep coach, family therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mother, Kim West, aka The Sleep Lady, has personally empowered tens of thousands of families to gently find sleep, without letting their children cry it out. Kim has created and trademarked the original gentle, proven method to get a good night’s sleep for your family – The Sleep Lady Shuffle. She has sold over 140,000 copies of her sleep training book, the best-seller The Sleep Lady’s Good Night, Sleep Tight. Her new and improved Gentle Sleep Solutions e-course is a method to get your child (ages 6 months – 6 years) to sleep without crying it out. If you only want to sleep train once, Gentle Sleep Solutions is the way to create lasting results. With 25 years of experience backing it up, you can’t go wrong! Bonus, we’re offering a $20 off coupon for Gugu Guru families with code getsleep20.

WebBabyShower: Help everyone join in the fun of a baby shower no matter where they live in the world with WebBabyShower, and celebrate a pregnancy together. Web Baby Shower is offering 10% off for Gugu Guru parents with code GUGUGURU.

Tot Squad: From pregnancy to the playground, Tot Squad connects you to experts in the parenting space, because every parent needs a squad. Whether you’re newly pregnant or already have little ones at home, Tot Squad delivers the providers you need to answer your pressing parenting questions. Connect today for peace of mind.

Boober: New parenthood can be challenging but you don’t have to do it alone. Boober connects you to the right maternal care providers for you. Boober is offering 10% off for Gugu Guru families using code GUGUGURU.

Birth Day Presence: The days of the one-size-fits-all birth are done. Run by mothers and experienced doulas, Birth Day Presence hand-selects the best ideas and techniques from a range of practices to provide smart, non-judgmental childbirth education, doula, and lactation-support services. Birth Day Presence is offering 10% off for Gugu Guru readers with code GUGUGURU.

Monica + Andy: Monica + Andy is a one-stop-shop for your growing family, including everything from nursery, baby gifts, baby clothing, mom clothing, and more. They are committed to bringing parents the highest quality items for their growing family.

Tinyhood: Tinyhood is deeply rooted in building a better way forward for parents, everywhere. Their virtual courses in baby care, feeding, nutrition, breastfeeding, and sleeping are taught by experts, giving parents the tools they need to feel confident in their parenting journey. Tinyhood is offering 15% off a course to Gugu Guru parents with code GUGU15 (expires 12/31/2020).

Gugu Guru: Of course we have to plug ourselves here. Need baby product or baby registry help? Get personalized, unbiased product recommendations tailored to meet your lifestyle needs & wants with Gugu Guru. It’s free to get started! Upgrade for additional one-on-one help and enjoy 15% OFF with code VILLAGELOVE at check out.

10 Best Baby Books & Music To Check Out

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Our Gugu Concierge expert, covers some of our favorite baby books and music that you should definitely check out for your registry. Plus they make great gift ideas too.

BabyLit: For any parent who is a fan of classic Literature, BabyLit is a must have to start off the nursery book shelf. From Pride & Prejudice to Romeo & Juliet to Moby these beautifully illustrated board books will keep you and your little one entertained with their simple but clever text.

Goodnight Moon: Margaret Wise Brown’s Goodnight Moon is simply a classic for any nursery. This ode to bedtime is soothing and gentle and the perfect way to end the day with baby.

Guess How Much I Love You: Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney is a gorgeous story of love and the bond between a parent and child. This warm, soft story and its illustrations are the perfect addition to any nursery design.

Sandra Boynton’s Greatest Hits: Volume II: But Not the Hippopotamus, The Going to Bed Book, Horns to Toes and Opposites by Sandra Boynton are all perfectly cheery and full of simple illustrations that will delight baby. The simple rhymes of these books can be perfect for playtime or bedtime.

On the Night You Were Born: On the Night You Were Born by Nancy Tillman is a beautiful story of magic and unconditional love. This book may just leave you in tears as it you walk down memory lane sharing it with baby.

Look, Look: Look, Look by Lienthal is a high contrast black and white book that even the youngest babies can see and appreciate. This board book which just has a few words on the page introduces baby to the world around them in a super stylish way.

We’re Going On a Bear Hunt: We’re Going On a Bear Hunt by Helen Oxenbury and Michael Rosen is a beautiful story of a brave family’s adventure. This simple, repetitive rhyme has been loved by kids for more than 30 years and the soft illustrations keeps baby and parents wanting more.

Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition: The Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition is a great way to ensure you always have music at the ready for your little one. Whether you want to have a dance party on a tough night or have lullabies ready for bedtime, the Echo Dot will easily play thousands of songs. As your baby grows, the Echo Dot Kids Edition will allow you to put on parental controls for daily time limits and review activity.

Spotify “New Baby” Playlist: You can play sweet, soothing music for your baby straight from your phone using Spotify. Using playlists such as “New Baby” will give you hours of classical music and lullabies that will fill the nursery with music perfect for baby.

Rockabye Baby: Rockabye Baby makes rock music baby-friendly and kids music adult-friendly by taking the rock music parents love and transforming it into soothing instrumental lullabies. Available in CD or MP3 versions parents can choose from everything from Tom Petty to Laga Gaga to Johnny Cash.

Social Distancing Gift Guide AKA Virtual Hugs

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With visits and baby showers on hold, in this Social Distancing Gift Guide, we showcase gifts that help make a loved one’s presence felt and radiate some much-needed virtual hugs.

Social Distancing Gift Idea #1: Crane Ultrasonic Humidifier
Always one of our must-haves for parents for cold & flu season, the Crane Ultrasonic Humidifier will soothe a dry cough, congestion or sore throat. Research also indicates that humidity helps stop the spread of viruses in the air. Shop Now >>

Social Distancing Gift Idea #2: Nanit Plus Smart Baby Monitor
For when you can’t always be there, Nanit has got you covered. The Multiple Users feature allows the whole family to spend time with the baby, and 24/7 HD video streaming and two-way audio means you never miss a moment. Use code GUGU10 for 10% off your camera purchase. Shop now >>

Social Distancing Gift Idea #3: WavHello SoundBub
This adorable white noise machine and bluetooth speaker connects to WavHello’s VoiceShare app, which allows friends and family to record messages, songs and more. Grandparents can record themselves reading their favorite children’s book and older kiddos can read along at home while listening to the recording via SoundBub. Shop Now >>

Social Distancing Gift Idea #4: Tinybeans Premium
Like social media – but totally private! Create your free Tinybeans account and start adding your precious moments and milestones that you can share with your friends and family. Supercharge your experience with Premium. Use code GUGUGURU20 to get 3 months of Premium for free! Download Now >>

Virtual Baby Shower

Thinking about having an online baby shower? Check out our friends at WebBabyShower. Help everyone join in the fun of a baby shower no matter where they live in the world with WebBabyShower, and celebrate a new baby together.

Thank you to our friends at Crane and Nanit for making this sponsored post possible.

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Searching for other Playtime Must Haves?

Take the quiz below to find out what’s the best choice for you…bouncer? or swing?

If you still want to shop all of the options, here are our unbiased pros and cons for both types of baby chill out styles from the team at Gugu Guru.

BOUNCER

What is it?

Pros

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Our favorite bouncers:

SWING

What is it?

Pros

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Our favorite swings:

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