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Product Discovery: Allette Nursing-Friendly Clothing

Today we’re beyond excited to introduce you to Allette Boutique – a gorgeous line of nursing-friendly clothing, created for the most stylish of mamas. Started by two friends who decided to create clothing they love, and then make it nursing-friendly, Allette is the ultimate line for any mama who wants to look and feel her best. Co-Founders, Celine Cohen and Oksana Pavlowsky are out to prove that even when having just had a baby and nursing, women do not have to compromise on their sense of style. If you like what you see in this post, head over to Allette and use Gugu Guru’s exclusive code GUGUGURU for 15% off!

Having just launched this year, Allette has taken the style-world by storm with their brilliant and innovative designs. Their fashion forward designs are created in small quantities in Brooklyn, and feature easy access for breastfeeding, and finely-crafted silhouettes perfectly designed to flatter the post-partum body. Their clothing features high-quality, yet easy to care for fabrics, for they understand the messiness of life, but don’t believe a mama shouldn’t look her best just because she may get spit up on!

We love the concept behind Allette; a woman is still a woman when she has children, and should be able to look and feel her best. In this busy world, sometimes a mama is hopping from playdate to premiere or snuggles to soiree; Allette is changing the face of “mom style” with their confident and feminine designs. As Co-Founder, Oksana Pavlowsky says, “we basically just design clothes we love and then figure out how to make them nursing accessible. That way she can wear them when she’s nursing but will still want to wear them when she’s done nursing.”

Some of our favorite looks:

1. Black Denyse Dress – Loose and lovely, this ultra modern double v-neck dress features a gathered skirt that truly compliments, literally, everyone. Detailed with cuffed sleeves, this all in-one dress is feminine and edgy. The perfect (nursing) little black dress.

2. Jacquard Esther Top – Say hello to your new favorite sweater. The one that meets any and all criteria of awesomeness. Texture, shape, contrast, style, color, oh, looks nothing like a nursing top. But it is! Discrete and integrated side nursing access are there when you need them. You’ll be wearing this one for years to come.

3. Indigo Sasha Dress – The dress that does it all. Deep front pockets with faux-suede trims and an exposed back zipper are just some of the details that accentuate this one-stop nursing dress. The vintage-looking denim peppered with a classic damask print creates a timeless and contemporary look. The sexy double V-neck serves as discrete nursing access.

Holiday Gift Ideas for the Modern Mama

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We rounded up our favorite picks for gifts for the modern mama; being a modern mama means loving bold colors and modern style, while also keeping an eye on efficiency, functionality, and safety of all products. These would make wonderful baby gifts, or add them to your registry.

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Nook LilyPad in Peacock: If you’re looking for a safe place for baby to play, which is also not an eye-sore to your home decor, the Nook LilyPad is your answer. The LilyPad is a 1-inch, non-toxic PETE air-spacer cushion is topped with a 100% organic Pebble cover for a comfortable, healthy place for your little one to spend her time. When it’s time to clean it, just throw the entire playmat in the washing machine! This makes a wonderful gift for a modern mama-to-be, as the playmat comes in bold colors, is safe for baby, and can be used from the newborn stage and beyond.

Ubbi Diaper Pail in Chevron Grey: Keep unpleasant odors at bay and your baby’s nursery clean and organized with the Ubbi Diaper Pail in Chevron Grey. In a chic chevron pattern, this essential and durable nursery accessory adds style and function to your space. We love the modern design and think this would be perfect in a baby boy or girl’s room – or even spruce up a bathroom!

Ubbi Diaper Caddy in Grey: The Ubbi Diaper Caddy provides convenient storage of your diapering essentials in one handy unit. Sleek and modern with two compartments, and coordinating changing mat, this caddy will keep your diapers and wipes organized and accessible.

The Baby Box Co.: Inspired by the Finnish tradition of using a box for a baby bed, The Baby Box Co. has created a simple way for babies to sleep soundly, and most importantly, safely. The Bed Box serves primarily as a safe, comfortable place for infants to sleep, similar to a bassinet. Some parents keep the box next to their bed, while others use it in all rooms of the house to keep baby in while they clean, cook, or work. Once baby outgrows the box, it can easily be repurposed for clothing or toy storage!

Body Silk Seamless Nursing Cami from Bravado: This amazing tank is a full length smoothing cami with a body Silk Seamless Nursing Bra knitted right in! It is the perfect layering piece for a nursing mom (or even a non-nursing mom, as it is so comfortable), and makes nursing in style easy. With a 4-way stretch fabric hugs your changing shape, it is luxuriously soft and seamless, with no back closure and wire-free. It is the ultimate wardrobe essential piece, because it is perfect for maternity and nursing, features convertible criss-cross straps and has removable foam inserts for shape and discretion. It comes in classic black and white to amp up your mom style.

Venta Evaporative Humidifier + Air Purifier, with No Filters: When setting up a nursery, the most important aspect is that the air is clean for newborn and baby lungs. Venta’s Airwashers are the most compact humidifier and room air purifier on the market, containing advanced technology to remove dust, particles and allergens from the air you breathe. So, whether you live in an apartment or house, or even if baby doesn’t even have their own room, the Venta Airwashers are an essential item for your baby registry – they fit in any room and keep the air fresh and clean for your little one. Plus, The Airwasher is fully recyclable, with no expensive filters to throw away and replace and extremely low power consumption.

The Ollie Swaddle, Nature Collection: If you’re looking for a unique way to keep your baby warm and sleepy this holiday season, look no further than this gorgeous swaddle collection from Ollie. This swaddle features patented moisture-wicking threads interwoven into the fabric reduce the risk of overheating, keeping your baby at a safe temperature all night long. The velcro helps keep the Ollie secure and allows fit to be individualized meeting the need and size of each baby – even as they grow. Diaper changes made accessible via opening at the bottom – no need to un-swaddle (this is huge!). Most importantly, because it is only one-size, it means the Ollie swaddling blanket grows with your little one and eases transitional stages. This would make a wonderful baby shower gift!

Thank you to Venta, Nook Sleep, Ubbi, Bravado, and Baby Box Co for sponsoring this post.

Must-Have: Covered Goods Nursing Cover

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Whenever the Gugu Guru team works on a registry with a mama, we always recommend one item, whether a mama is breastfeeding or not – the Covered Goods Multi-Purpose Cover – while it can obviously be used as a breastfeeding cover (that’s why it was created), we love that it is so versatile and can be used for many things! Did you know that Covered Goods is the original multi-use nursing cover? It comes in so many patterns and colors, every mama can find exactly the style for her. We teamed up with the lovely mamas from Baby Bailey Mama Drama to demonstrate all the different ways to use a Covered Goods cover.

Since a Covered Goods cover is so stretchy, it makes for the perfect shopping cart seat cover, as it can be used in any sized cart to protect your baby from touching a cart full o’ germs!

Don’t forget, as you head to the park, that the cover can also be used in swings, too!

And, of course, the reason we love Covered Goods most of all, is that a mama can go from breastfeeding her little one to wearing a chic scarf within a matter of seconds. The Covered Goods multi-use cover is very breathable and washable.

Webinar: Breastfeeding + Returning to Work on November 17th

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Leaving your breastfed little one while you return to work can be a daunting prospect, but proper planning can help ensure a successful transition. Does my employer have to provide me with a space to pump? How often should I pump at work? When should I first offer a bottle? What if I forget my pump at home?

Ease your mind and set yourself up for success by attending the third webinar in our three-part series: Returning to Work!

Details
Thursday, November 17, 2016 | 2-3pm EDT
Join us for our 1-hour Returning to Work* webinar from the comfort of your own home or workplace, led by Wendy Colson, RN, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) and creator of Boobie Bars. This 1-hour class is guaranteed to teach you everything you need to know about returning to work as a breastfeeding mom. We will also offer time for Q/A at the end of the class, time-permitting. Don’t miss out on our early bird pricing!

This a must-attend if you plan to breastfeed and return to work!

Key topics to be covered will be:

What are my legal rights as a breastfeeding employee?
How do I begin to build my freezer stash for when I return to work?
When should I first offer a bottle?
How often should I pump at work?
How do I store my pump parts at work?
Plus, much, much more!

*Returning to Work is Part Three of our three-part series, which covers setting yourself up for successful breastfeeding. After Part Three, the series will begin again with Part One, Advanced Breastfeeding Class, followed by Part Two, Pumping and Storing.

Gugu Village is Gugu Guru’s new educational community for expecting and new moms. Offering both webinars and offline events, Gugu Village provides first time moms with the knowledge that they need to feel prepared and well supported during the prenatal and postpartum period.

Webinar: Pumping & Storing Breastmilk on November 15

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Whether you’re pumping to boost your supply, to build up a stash of frozen milk, or because you prefer to bottle feed your breastmilk, the thought of pumping can be daunting. Will it hurt, how long should you pump, how do you store the milk? Ease your mind and set yourself up for success by attending the second webinar in our three-part series: Pumping and Storing!

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Tuesday, November 15, 2016 | 2-3pm EST
Join us for our 1-hour Pumping and Storing* webinar from the comfort of your own home or workplace, led by Wendy Colson, RN, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) and creator of Boobie Bars. From flange size to freezers, this 1-hour class is guaranteed to teach you everything you need to know about pumping and storing your milk. We will also offer time for Q/A at the end of the class, time-permitting. Don’t miss out on our early bird pricing!

This a must-attend if you plan to pump!

Key topics to be covered will be:

• How to ensure a good supply from the start

• When to start pumping

• How long to pump

• How to begin to build your freezer stash

• Plus, much, much more!

*Pumping is Part Two of our three-part series, which covers setting yourself up for successful breastfeeding. Part Three covers Returning to Work.

Trend Spotter: All About the Boobs!

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so we decided to share our favorite All About the Boobs mama and baby products.

1. Milkmaid Mermaid Breastfeeding Shirt, $20: This adorable illustrated t-shirt (super soft!) is sure to turn some heads, but we think it’s adorable!

2. Turning Water into Gold One Ounce at a Time- Breastfeeding Support Water Bottle, $15.99: ‘Turning Water into Gold, One Ounce at a Time’ is the perfect gift to encourage new moms to drink more water! The 24 ounce Breastfeeding Water bottles feature a twist on lid with pop up straw. Available colors include: Aqua, Clear, Pink, Purple.

3. Reusable nursing pads – watercolor, $24: These nursing pads are made with 4 layers of protection including flannel, cotton terry cloth and anti-pill fleece. The fleece goes against your clothes to create a barrier between the absorbent cotton and your clothes. These pads are very absorbent without creating excess bulk and naturally form to the shape of your breast after washed and dried. They are 4″ in diameter.

4. Knockout Nursing Sports Bra, $60: This powerhouse of a nursing sports bra has it all. Take it for a test run or to the training room. From studio to street, this sports bra will be your favorite for workouts with baby. Nursing Moms now have a sports bra that will be with them on the journey to restore their postnatal body.

5. Milk Bottle Wooden Teether, $20: This wooden teether is the perfect solution for those sore gums! They are made out of Beech wood which is a dense and light-weight wood that has a very high degree of consistency and uniformity. Because there are no soft and hard grains in the same piece of beech wood this teether will not warp or splinter over time. They are left unfinished so there is no worry of toxins from chemical finishes, and they are also durable and naturally anti-microbial.

6. Extended Breastfeeding Shirt for Children, $20: Adorable cotton/poly shirt for your toddler which tells the world it’s okay that they are still breastfeeding!

7. Caramel Licorice Twist Lace Flexi-wire Nursing Bra, Cake Maternity, $75: This new color of Licorice Twist delivers the perfect mix of sophistication and versatility! This flexible wire bra on mocha mesh is the perfect all day bra for women who desire a shapely profile! Featuring cotton-lined cups, wider straps for comfort, top stretch in the cup for growth and a superior lift, this bra will boost your confidence and bust line!

8. But First, Milk Onesie, $25: This onesie tells the world that you may need YOUR coffee first, but little one needs milk first! Made in America, this item ships for free.

Webinar: Advanced Breastfeeding Class on November 5

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Advanced Breastfeeding Class* is part one of a three-part series on setting yourself up for successful breastfeeding (as well as Pumping & Storing and Returning to Work in the latter parts of our series.) Join us for one or all three* webinars in this informative series designed for expecting and new moms who are planning to nurse and/or pump.

Details:
Wednesday, November 5, 2016 | 3:30-5:30pm EDT
As baby’s due date approaches, all new moms seek peace of mind about the whole process. One of the biggest decisions you will make for your newborn is whether breastfeeding is right for you and your baby. After your baby is here, you will most likely get support and hands-on training at the hospital. However, with our brand new and exciting webinar series, you will get a head start on important breastfeeding basics prior to baby’s arrival from the comfort of your home or workplace. Led by Wendy Colson, RN, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant), this 2-hour class is guaranteed to teach you new breastfeeding techniques and facts, as well as go above and beyond what you would learn at the basic class taught at hospitals.

It’s a must-attend if you plan to nurse and/or pump!

Key topics to be covered will be:

What is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and when is the right time to seek their help?
Why should you breastfeed?
What is in breastmik?
Common issues with breastfeeding and solutions.
Plus, much, much more!

Nurse Wendy will also offer time for Q/A at the end of the class, time-permitting.

*Attendees will be entered for chance to win 1 of 50 pairs of Bamboobies reusable nursing pads!

Mompreneur Spotlight: Shelley Suh of Loyal Hana

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It’s no surprise that Gugu Guru is a huge fan of Loyal Hana, so we are thrilled that today’s Mompreneur spotlight is on Loyal Hana’s founder, Shelley Suh.

GG: How and why did you start Loyal Hana?

SS: Having worked in the fashion industry for over 18 years, I understand how having pieces in your wardrobe that look good and fit well can have the power to make women feel confident, capable and beautiful. It wasn’t until the birth of my children that I realized that this could be readily applied to solve an unmet need for tailored designs that flatter the bump and the boob.

When I had my daughter Cybelle in 2009, I returned to work and discovered a missing market in pregnancy and postpartum friendly clothing for women returning to their daily lives. About four or five months after my son Mason was born, I knew that I was not feeling like myself. I started getting the baby blues and on top of this, my father was diagnosed with his second cancer. I decided I needed to put all of my energy into something creative and with purpose.

I had the opportunity to introduce women to my collection in 2014 when Loyal Hana was born. More than just a collection of maternity and nursing garments, Loyal Hana is a reliable friend during a crucial time when the pressure is on to provide it all. The label represents a helping hand when circumstances make it difficult to be discreet; it’s a universal “thank you” and a way for new moms to feel confident and beautiful every day.

For me, Loyal Hana has been a success because it pulled me through a very hard time in my life and brought me back to serve a purpose by making things easier for other women out there.

GG: How do you balance work and family?

SS: Balancing work and life is a constant evolution each year. I am lucky to be the mother of two amazing children, Cybelle, who is seven and Mason, who is three.

I am fortunate to have support from my husband to create this line and co-parent the way we do, where we do. I think that when I started my family, I was challenged to redefine how to juggle my time between becoming a mother, being the best wife I can be, and maintaining my identity to have a career. With all this said, when you create something with purpose and passion you find balance and time to make it all exist. One precedes the next and without the birth of my kids, I would have never found my passion or personal challenge to start this collection. With every piece we make at Loyal Hana, I hope that it helps make the process easier for other women and makes them feel beautiful and confident.

GG: What’s the best part of being a “Mompreneur” and running your own business?

SS: Every mompreneur has a voice or platform to create something with purpose. Loyal Hana is my platform to share something, inspire someone, facilitate a process and simply to express who I am. This company has so much meaning to me because it pulled me through a very dark time in my life. This creative outlet inspired me to give back to the other moms that are having a similar struggle and want to return to their lives. The best part of starting this business is when I hear from another mom who loves my clothing and I hear it has helped her feel “beautiful.“

Modern Feeding Picks Roundup!

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While there is nothing revolutionary about the act of feeding a baby, there are many new modern products which make feeding a baby just a little easier – we have rounded up some of our top picks of modern feeding gear – these make great baby shower gifts or add them to your registry!

Beaugen Breast Pump Nipple Cushion: These breast pump nipple cushions are a universal fit, soft and stretchy which add comfort to your breast pump. Each package includes 2 nipple cushions which fit breast shield sizes 19mm-36mm. Make your time pumping more comfortable with these soft and helpful cushions!

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Silverette Nursing Cups: Are you breastfeeding your newborn? Check out Silverette Nursing Cups, which are small nursing cups made out of 925 silver to help protect the nipples while breastfeeding. Silver is a natural antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory element and it heals and prevents cuts, wounds, cracks, soreness and infections. These cups are essential for anyone who is having problems with painful nipples or want to use them as a precautionary measure. They are completely easy to use and no creams or lotion are needed.

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Boobie Bars: Created by a nurse and lactation consultant, Boobie Bars, are a convenient and healthy snack and a wonderful alternative to taking pills and special teas to help your milk supply! Made of a proprietary blend of herbs, coconut oil, oatmeal, and fenugreek, these bars are offered in blueberry coconut, oatmeal chocolate chip, and gluten-free peanut butter! Eating just one Boobie Bar a day fulfills a daily dose of milk-boosting herbs that a breastfeeding mama needs. Throw these bars in your purse, diaper bag, or pocket so you can deliciously keep your supply up all day, no matter what you’re doing.

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Fayebeline Onesie: When we came across this super soft onesie from Fayebeline, we had to share it with you – “I’ll Have Your Finest House White” – too cute! The charcoal grey color is fashionable, on trend, and gender neutral — perfect for a baby boy or baby girl. Fayebeline uses premium, thick, soft cotton and industry-leading printing techniques to create boutique quality baby clothing.

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Thank you to Boobie Bars, Silverette, Fayebeline, and Beaugen for making this sponsored post possible.

DIY Burp Cloth Tutorial

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Let’s get crafty! See Kate Sew partners with Gugu Guru once again to share a fantastic DIY tutorial. We’re all about nursing in this post co-sponsored by Momsense.

I’m so excited to be here sharing a burp cloth tutorial today! I’ve never really needed burp cloths before, my baby #3 is a little bit of a spitter!

We partnered with Momsense for this tutorial for Breastfeeding Awareness Month! The Momsense Smart Breastfeeding Meter is a new product that tracks how much your baby is eating! The meter has a pair of headphones equipped with a microphone that safely sticks to baby’s neck. The microphone amplifies her sucks and swallows for you to hear. It also has a little animation that goes with it and it translates the swallows to give you a good sense of how much milk your baby is getting!

My older daughter loves to listen in and it’s so fun to involve the kids and dad in the breastfeeding experience. I needed this meter about 6 years ago with my first when I was struggling with milk supply, so I’m so glad it’s on the market now!

My favorite part about the meter is how inspiring it is to a breastfeeding mama! It’s so neat to see and hear how effective your breastfeeding session is and is pushing us to get the best and longest breastfeeding experience possible. Read my full review on SeeKateSew.com to hear all about my struggle with supply and how the Momsense Smart Breastfeeding Meter has been a game changer for us!

Today we’re making burp cloths lined with absorbent towel material! I thought lemon fabric would be cute since we’re talking about eating! The back of the cloths are made from a towel. You can either use a pre-made towel or terry cloth material for the backing. The only other thing you need is the pattern (provided below) and basic sewing supplies.

Let’s get started!

Materials:
–See Kate Sew Burp Cloth Pattern
-a store-bought towel or terry cloth material
-1/4 yard cotton ( lemon fabric source)

Print out the burp cloth pattern at 100% (do not scale). Cut off the overlap and tape the 3 pages together. It will look like this:

Use the pattern piece to cut out 1 piece from cotton and 1 piece from your towel material.
Put the cotton piece on top of the towel piece with the right sides together.
Pin and sew the front and back together 3/8″ from the edges, leaving a 2-3″ opening on one side.
Turn the burp cloth right side out through the opening you left. Press. Turn the opening edges in.
Topstitch around the cloth 1/4″ from the edge. The opening will be closed as you do this.

You’re done! A little stack of these make a really cute shower gift (maybe paired with a Momsense meter!).

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