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Earth Day Gift Pick Ideas

Looking for Earth Day gift pick ideas? In this guide, we’re featuring products that are great for both your family AND the planet.

Earth Mama Sweet Orange Baby Wash
Earth Mama’s foaming castile soap washes are ideal for hand washing, all-purpose household cleaning and more! Made with earth-friendly organic ingredients so they’re gentle enough for newborns, expectant mamas and everyone else in the house. Use code Gugu20 for 20% off all regularly priced purchases (excluding kits) thru 12/31/20. Shop Now >>

Stork Pops
From our friends at Preggie Pops, Stork Pops are the naturally delicious birth announcement or gender reveal. Available in blueberry flavor or pink lemonade flavor, these celebratory candies use only natural, earth-friendly ingredients. Plus they make awesome baby shower favors. Shop Now >>

ergoPouch Cocoon Swaddle Bag
The ergoPouch Cocoon Swaddle Bag is the perfect Earth Day gift pick because it’s an organic, ethically made and sustainable choice for safer sleeping. Its natural fibers allow your baby’s skin to breathe and release heat to regulate body temperature. The Pouch can be used as a swaddle or sleeping bag. Use code safesleep25 for 25% off Cocoon Swaddle Bags thru 5/31/20. Shop Now >>

Larktale Chit Chat
The winner of the 2019 Eco Excellence Awards for baby gear, the recyclable chit chat stroller is definitely a must-have Earth Day gift pick for eco-conscious parents. Functionally, the chit chat has a unique design and features a lightweight and ergonomic SpaceFrame™ which folds small so it’s easy to carry and store. Shop Now >>

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A Truly Hands-Free Stroller: The Larktale Autofold

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If you’re a new parent, you’ll want to skip the struggle of being out and about with your baby and all their knick-knacks. Trying to juggle everything in hand while fighting with a stroller is not just frustrating, but exhausting and impractical. Now, it can be a thing of the past, thanks to the new Larktale Autofold stroller. Imagine, being able to quickly and easily fold your stroller up with just one touch, before stepping into a crowded mall, all without struggling to balance your squirming babe (and all the things). Larktale offers just that with their new Autofold stroller.

This patent-pending technology allows you to fold your stroller down into a self-standing compact package, with just the flick of the handlebar and no springs or motors. For added convenience, there is a built-in carry strap and removable shoulder strap allowing you to carry the stroller completely hands-free! The Larktale autofold is designed to suit newborns through toddlers, offering roomy seats that can accommodate your growing baby. The stroller is fitted with a ventilated seat-top to increase airflow, a newborn foot barrier that prevents baby from sliding and kicking, and a newborn head hugger, which keeps them snuggly and safe. The Larktale also has a cup holder and a snack tray, not to mention many more accessories, to make feeding your baby easier while you’re on the go.

The Larktale Autofold stroller is the first of its kind, offering you a full-featured stroller that automatically folds itself in seconds and allows for one-hand steering. The light-weight design makes it easy to tote around and it is compact enough to store in even the smallest cars or closets.

Priced at $299.99, the Larktale Autofold is a worthwhile investment. Plus, you can get 20% off using the coupon code LKTL-GUGU at checkout! Ready to be the envy of the block? Grab the Larktale autofold stroller today!

Thank you to Larktale for making this sponsored post possible!

Green/Environmentally Friendly Finalist List: JPMA 2020

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It’s Earth Day! We can’t think of any better way to celebrate than to share the Green/Environmentally Friendly finalists from the JPMA Innovation Awards for 2020.

WINNER! Green Sprouts® Sprout Ware® Straw Cup made from Plants Our Sprout Ware® plant-plastic is a 100% plant-based material that replaces petroleum plastics to avoid harmful chemicals. Soft, silicone drip-free straw spout and straw supports healthy oral development, and the removable straw allows for tilted or traditional straw drinking options as your baby learns and transitions from bottles or sippy spouts. Liquids only flow when pressure is applied to the spout to help baby regulate the flow and prevent spills. Removable, easy-grip handles and a contoured design help baby grasp and hold the cup. A wide neck and removable base make this baby sippy cup easy to clean by hand for longevity, but all parts are dishwasher safe. Check it out>>

Green/Environmentally Friendly Finalist: DetraPel, Inc. DetraPel® Baby Gear & Fabric Protector Meet DetraPel, the only safe liquid and stain repellent completely free of toxic cancer-causing “Forever Chemicals”, or PFAS. Unlike existing water repellents that use harmful fluorochemicals, dangerous solvents, and propellants, DetraPel® Baby Gear & Fabric Protector is non-toxic and powered by air. It can safely be applied anywhere indoors so parents can spend less time cleaning and more time with their little ones! This revolutionary safe nano-coating bonds to fabric fibers to keep moisture away, while simultaneously, maintaining the breathability of materials. It is formulated for use on car seats, strollers, high chairs, changing tables, playpens, and more. Check it out>>

Green/Environmentally Friendly Finalist: Ahimsa® Ahimsa Dinnerware Designed by a Pediatrician Mom, the modular dinnerware encourages healthy habits at a young age while decreasing the environmental footprint of plastic. Ahimsa offers fully metal products without the use of paint or toxic chemicals. The unique patent-pending nesting spoon is designed to “nest” on the bowl or any yogurt cup; this prevents cross-contamination that typical spoons encounter when laid down on a dirty surface. Parents can use it is a tea stirrer and the infant training cup can be later used as a rinse cup for tooth brushing. The products are sized to grow with your child from infancy through adulthood. The aim is to reduce and reuse. Check it out>>

Ergonomic Baby Carrier: Baby K’tan

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An ergonomic baby carrier – what is it? Put simply, it’s one that promotes healthy hip development in your babe. Gugu Guru always looks to make sure a carrier is approved by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute – this will ensure the carrier has an ergonomic design.

If you’re preparing for a new baby, picking out an ergonomic baby carrier is essential; newborns, and babies, love snuggling close to their caregivers, and we can’t lie, it’s awesome having your hands free to have a cup of coffee, do a little work, or care for your other kiddos. When it comes to babywearing, we’re huge fans of the Baby K’tan Carrier. The Baby K’tan ergonomic baby carrier is one of our work-from-home essentials, and many members of the Gugu Guru team have been using Baby K’tan for years. Read on to see why the Baby K’tan wrap is a must-have for babywearing and making your life a little easier with a newborn in tow.

The Baby K’tan ergonomic baby carrier is approved as hip-healthy by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute. Baby is worn in the natural seated position, with knees bent and hips spread, promoting healthy development. The Baby K’tan is ideal for travel, as well, as it comes in a matching carry bag that doubles as your sash. Simply flip the carry bag inside out to convert it to sash mode. Tie the sash around yourself and baby for added support in certain positions. The Baby K’tan Carrier grows with your child – choose the best position from sling wrap for newborn babies and preemies to an upright seated carrier for infants up to 35lbs.

The Baby K’tan is the must-have ergonomic baby carrier for new parents because it is so easy to use. There are no buckles, straps, zippers, or clips – the double loop patented design simply goes on like your favorite t-shirt. The Baby K’tan Carrier is made from 100% cotton, and the breathable fabric is soft against baby skin. Plus, the carrier is much loved by parents, as it’s not bulky or frilly – ideal for both moms and dads. And, it’s so easy to use, even the most sleep deprived mom or dad can figure it out! The patented double-loop design makes distributing baby’s weight as easy as the pull of a loop. Pull down on the back loop to raise baby up on your body and distribute his/her weight evenly and comfortably.

Check out the Baby K’tan for baby’s first flight, and a must-have item from our real work at home moms.

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[QUIZ] What Bassinet is Perfect for YOU?

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Discover your perfect baby bassinet by taking this quiz and answering some quick questions about your lifestyle and style.

Safety Finalist List: JPMA 2020

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The safety finalist list from the JPMA 2020 Innovation Awards is here! JPMA featured the top safety products for baby. We are highlighting them below, starting with the winner for 2020!

WINNER! Yun Yun AI Baby Monitor Corporation Cubo AI Baby Monitor Cubo AI is a smart baby monitor with artificial intelligence that safeguards babies and toddlers with a design detecting and alerting parents if their little one’s face is covered so that parents can step in to help. Cubo AI was co-created with a pediatrician with over 15 years of experience and various experts in artificial intelligence. The most popular innovative features include: Proactive Covered Face, Cry-Detection, and Rollover Alert; Danger Zone Alert for both babies and toddlers; Automatic Photo Capture for Baby’s First Moments; In-App Digital Scrapbook. Cubo also has a 1080pHD camera for both daylight and night vision, 18-hour playback, two-way audio, three camera stands to grow with your baby, a night light, and temperature and humidity detection. Get it here>>

Safety Finalist: Smart Beat Smart Beat is the video baby monitor with breath detection, featuring camera-based Biovision™ monitoring. Smart Beat’s ultra-HD camera can identify more than 16 million individual shades of color. It can track small movements like the inhale and exhale of a swaddled newborn. Smart Beat alerts parents if: breathing is too fast or too slow or stops. …all without any invasive technologies. Smart Beat is as safe as taking a picture. Real-time and historical breathing rate charts, and a chart displaying a waveform of every inhale and exhale. Any time breathing becomes irregular, video is automatically recorded. Smart Beat pans and tilts, giving parents a 355-degree view of the room. It also features two-way audio and remote access. Smart Beat also offers parents’ Lock Down mode, which takes the video feed off the grid, accessible only to users physically in the home. Get it here>>

Safety Finalist: Malarkey Kids Crib Chomper Teething Rail Crib Guard Is your baby in beaver mode? If your little one is making a meal of you crib then look no further. The Malarkey Kids Crib Chomper is the smart crib rail guard. It protects your baby from ingesting paint, wood as well as from damaging little teeth. The Crib Chomper features soft, padded, drool absorbent fabric + a layer of textured, chewy food-grade silicone to protect both baby and crib. Fits most standard and convertible crib rails. Simply fold fabric over with silicone side facing up & secure hook and loop around crib rails. Watch the Malarkey website for the launch!

Safety Finalist: iBaby Labs iBaby i2 iBaby i2 is an adorably designed smart baby monitor that is jam-packed with leading features and technology. This includes contact-free real-time breathing detection that measures your baby’s BPM at a fraction of the cost of breathing devices. Using an app-based subscription model, iBaby i2 allows parents the freedom to choose breathing detection as needed. Also included is the newest H.265 chip that compresses file size and bandwidth to provide the highest quality video and audio in the industry without lags or delays. Designed with flexible baby-safe silicone, i2 gives parents countless versatile placement options like mounting on a wall, wrapping on a lamp or placing on any flat surface. And with the addition of an external battery, i2 is portable and travel-friendly. Watch the iBaby Labs website for the launch!

On the Go Finalist List: JPMA 2020

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We have the On the Go Finalists for JPMA Innovation Awards. For day adventures or vacations, these fantastic products for 2020 are a must-see.

WINNER! MONIT America Inc. Bebefit Light Folding Hip-Seat: The Bebefit Light is a carry-aid that actively supports and distributes your child’s weight around your waist … only when you need it! The Bebefit Light is the first foldable hip-seat that allows you to raise and lower the seat with the click of a button. Easy-up, Easy-down. While not in use its slim profile is barely noticeable under clothes and when you’re done, it can be folded up and placed into most handbags. Our state-of-the-art technology not only reduces carrying-related aches and pains for parents and caregivers but promotes healthy hip-growth by keeping baby in the Hip-Dysplasia Institute certified M-position. Check it out >>

On the Go Finalist: Zoe Baby The Cloud Mini The Zoe Baby Cloud Mini is an ultra-lightweight playard that can be used as a bassinet up to 15lbs and a playard/travel crib up to 30lbs. Carefully crafted with a highly water-resistant 900D fabric The Cloud Mini will make sleep time comfortable and safe for your little one. At only 11lbs, it’s perfect for travel and small spaces. It fits easily into all airline overheads and takes 20 seconds to set up or take down. Included is a useful hands free backpack that conveniently exposes the wheels to roll away in style. It has buckles on the side to attach the optional changer. Check it out >>

On the Go Finalist: Fisher-Price On-The-Go Swing The Fisher-Price On-The-Go Swing This is the only portable swing on the market developed to optimize the outdoor experience, featuring a fully enclosing canopy that is UPF 20 rated to protect baby from the sun as well as flying pests. It also features a breathable mesh panel to make sure baby gets a nice breeze to help cool off on those hot summer days. The On-the-Go Swing is the only swing on the market that meets the infant carrier standard, so you can actually pick up & carry baby around safely in the swing! If you’re out at the park and it starts to rain, we’ve got you covered. Our electronics hub is protected with a special conformal coating to keep it from shorting out. This innovative platform is sturdy and has an intuitive and easy folding system to make loading up quick and easy. Watch the Fisher-Price website for the launch!

On the Go Finalist: Jool Baby Folding Travel Potty The new Jool Baby Folding Travel Potty is the most convenient way for kids to potty train on the go. It folds quickly into a compact size and is stowed in the included travel bag. Eight heavy-duty suction cups on the underside keep the little one stable, making them confident wherever they go. The folding hinges are designed to prevent pinching and the potty comes in stylish color options of aqua and pink. Check it out >>

On the Go Finalist: Evenflo Play Away Deluxe The indoor/outdoor Play-Away™ Portable Playard Deluxe is the ultimate playpen enclosure. The Play-Away has features you’ll love like a detachable UPF 50+ sun protection canopy with full or half dome coverage that is easy to unzip and adapt to your needs. Take a peek on your little one and they can peek at you through the six airy mesh side walls with roll down shades. The water-resistant padded floor is comfortable and easy to clean. The attached pouch is perfect for a touch-screen device. The foldable, sturdy frame comes fully assembled; plus, you can quickly fold, unfold, pack and carry in the included travel bag with shoulder strap. Measuring at 15 sq. ft of play space, 48” wide and 27” tall, it’s just enough room for your child and compact enough for simple transport. Check it out >>

Work from Home Gift Guide

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Take it from us – the right gear is everything when working from home. Check out these #boss products helping parents achieve more productivity and work/life balance.

Kindred Bravely Angelina Nightgown
Perfect for working from home, this nursing & maternity nightgown is the perfect combination of comfort and function. The double-layered, criss-cross design allows for discreet breastfeeding, while the ultra-soft material makes it comfortable enough to wear all day and night. Use GUGUGURU20 for 20% OFF SHOP NOW >>

Nanit Plus Smart Baby Monitor
The Nanit offers crystal-clear video streaming and an unparalleled bird’s-eye view of your child while you work. Peek in during naptime or sing to baby with two-way audio while on your break. And when you switch on background audio, you can hear baby at all times, whether you’re in other apps or your screen is locked. Use code GUGU10 for 10% off your next camera purchase. SHOP NOW >>

Baby K’tan
Babywearing can help keep your little one happy and leaves you hands free for working from home, homeschooling and household tasks. The Baby K’tan is a wrap carrier without the complicated wrapping. It will help you get things done while bonding with your babe – a win/win. ALL WRAPS NOW 20% OFF SHOP NOW >>

Nomi High Chair
Now everyone can sit at the table together comfortably. Nomi easily transforms from an infant raised bouncer—to a high chair—to a chair, so your child is positioned in the most comfortable & ergoNOMIc position from newborn all the way to adulthood. SHOP NOW >>

Motif Luna Double Electric Breast Pump
A multi-tasker must have. Pump MORE milk in LESS time with the Luna breast pump. The Luna‘s motor is incredibly quiet – so quiet that it won’t disturb your Zoom meetings, conference calls, or wake up baby during those much-needed afternoon nap times. SHOP NOW >>

Thank you to our sponsors Kindred Bravely and Nanit for making this post possible.

The Best High Chair Investment You Can Make: The Nomi

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One topic we often discuss at Gugu Guru is the term “investment,” whether it’s an investment of your money, your time, or your physical space, we want to make sure your baby products are the best investment for your family. When it comes to high chairs there are many factors to consider, which is why we’re huge fans of the Nomi because it is the ultimate investment high chair piece for your family. Nomi is the next generation high chair that seamlessly adjusts without tools, and evolves with children’s changing needs from birth all the way through the teenage years!

For one thing, the Nomi can be used before baby can even sit on his/her own. You can actually start using this amazing high chair right away from birth with the addition of the Nomi Baby raised bouncer attachment. Having baby at the same height of the table from birth means you can enjoy your special meal time moments with every member of the family. This means less standing up and sitting down for you, and more time to eat! Plus, the Nomi is modern and chic, and doesn’t take up a ton of space, so it’s ideal for small space living.

Many parents love the Nomi Baby bouncer attachment because they can safely have baby at eye level in any room of the house, whether you’re putting on makeup, working from home, or taking care of your older kiddos.

As your baby grows into toddler hood, the Nomi Chair becomes the ultimate seat at the table! For mealtime, playtime, and helping you prep dinner, too. When sitting in either a booster seat or an adult chair with dangling feet, children get fidgety and uncomfortable, making it hard for them to focus on their meal. The Nomi Chair brings your child up to the table and the floor up to his/her feet, so your child is always comfortable like you are in a regular adult-sized chair.

One of the other bonuses about the Nomi Chair is that it’s easy to clean, which is one of the top requirements for parents when looking for a high chair! Its sleek design doesn’t trap food and Nomi is lightweight which makes cleaning a breeze—you can even hang it on the table edge to clean underneath. The Nomi Chair is available in 36 combinations to fit any décor–4 wooden stem options and 9 chair color variations. This would make a perfect baby shower gift, as it’s a lifetime home decor investment for the whole family!

Infant/Parent Care Finalist List: JPMA 2020

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We have the Infant/Parent Care finalist list for JPMA Innovation Awards. These unique products will surely make parents’, and baby’s, lives easier from the start.

WINNER! Safety 1st Stay Clean Humidifier: The Safety 1st Stay Clean Humidifier is the only bacteria-killing and mold-preventing humidifier with LED technology in the market. The patented LED technology (powered by Vital Vio) kills +99.99% of bacteria and prevents mold growth*. Combined with a unique design this gives you a humidifier that stays clean and sterilized, and is easier than ever to clean when you want to. Unlike UV light technology, which is harmful to skin and eyes (if exposed), our patented LED technology is suitable for continuous use around people, pets and even plants. With a filter free design, 24 hours of cool mist and auto shut-off – this is the humidifier you’ve been looking for! (*99.99% of MRSA and E Coli bacterial concentrations killed within 24 hours and growth of mold (Aspergillus) prevented (in laboratory controlled studies with prolonged use)). Keep an eye on the Safety 1st website for the launch!

Infant/Parent Care Finalist: Snuggle Me Organic Snuggle Me Feeding + Support Pillow The Snuggle Me Organic Snuggle Me Feeding + Support Pillow will aid you in nursing, bottle feeding, sitting up support, tummy time, a toddler pillow and more. Narrow ends easily tuck behind your back to stabilize and create a less bulky nursing aid. Minimal, sophisticated design looks good in every home. Shop now>>

Infant/Parent Care Finalist: NurseMeMama Visy Bra NurseMeMama set out to create a bra that was not only comfortable but would also help with latch! Newborn babies see only in black and white. High contrast images are very stimulating and exciting for babies to look at. Latching a newborn onto your breast can be difficult and exhausting. Every Visy Bra is made with this in mind, comfort and function first. They come in a set of two, one in black and one in white. There are no clips and no wire. Shop now>>

Infant/Parent Care Finalist: Two Baby Bears and Co. Swaddle Sleeves Swaddle Sleeves: the gently weighted, arms-only swaddle transition solution that is designed to soothe baby’s startle reflex and reduce the risk of overheating. Swaddle Sleeves can be worn with only a onesie, an (arms-out) swaddle, sleep sack, or PJs that baby will graduate to for a seamless transition. Perfect swaddle alternative for babies who don’t like being traditionally swaddled but still have a strong Moro reflex. With a non-slip, chevron-patterned, nontoxic silicone backing, Swaddle Sleeves meets CPSIA safety standards and current market appeal. The gentle weight in our Hug Cushioning Factor helps to soothe the Moro/startle reflex and safely provides that snug, cozy resistance that babies desire while still leaving their arms and body free for developmentally appropriate movement. Shop now>>

Infant/Parent Care Finalist: Love To Dream™ Rainbow Swaddle UP™ A Rainbow Baby is a baby born following a miscarriage, stillbirth or tragic loss of an infant. In honor of all Rainbow Babies, Love To Dream™ will introduce this spring the popular Swaddle UP in an exclusive Rainbow print. The Rainbow swaddle was developed to help families celebrate their new arrival while remembering and honoring the baby they have lost. Regal Lager, as well as the Love To Dream™ brand, are strong supporters of the First Candle organization. For every Rainbow Swaddle UP sold, when available, Regal Lager will donate $5 to First Candle – guaranteeing a donation of a minimum of $30,000. Estimated arrival to US and Canada markets is late May/early June. Watch the Love to Dream website for the launch!

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