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To Grandmother’s House, We Go!

After the past 20 months, we are all ready for a bit of normalcy. For many of us, this might mean traveling to see Grandparents this holiday season. No matter near or far, there are some products you may want when you bring your little ones for a visit. Check below for our round-up of all the products that may need to “live at Grandmas!”

Also, don’t forget to check out our Ultimate Travel Checklist.

Time to Eat

You’ve finally figured out a routine for your little ones. Baby needs a bottle every 4 hours, while your toddler needs 3 meals and about 45 snacks in between.

Starting with baby, we absolutely adore the bbhugme Nursing Pillow, which is great for both breast and bottle feeders. It is customizable, comfortable, and comes with an excellent carry case, which is great for travel.

If you’re pumping, be sure to grab a Freeze It Flat by MAMMaway. This will allow you to efficiently freeze + store your breastmilk, without taking up valuable space in Grammy’s freezer. Also, be sure to check out some of our travel favorites by Baby’s Brew. Known for their excellent bottle warmers and 2-in-1 Snack Cups.

For your little one starting solids, we love the sets by Green Sprouts. You will have your bibs + dishes ready to go when lunch approaches. Your toddler will also love the GoBe Snack Spinner, making snack time fun and easy!

Time to Run Out and About

While you may travel with your stroller and/or carrier, sometimes it’s nice to show up at your Grandparent’s without any gear. We love leaving a lightweight stroller at Papa’s to throw in the car or run to the park. Larktale has some of our favorites, which also fold up small for easy storage. Check out the Chit Chat or the Autofold, which folds down small with the flip of a handlebar. Looking for a way to carry multiple kiddos? Larktale’s Caravan Wagon is an excellent way to visit the park, beach, zoo, and beyond!

Time to Relax

Sometimes at Granny’s the schedules and routines go out the window. We support that! Vacation is a time when rules are broken. Instead of nap time, your 3-year-old may cozy up on the couch watching football. Bizzi Gr owin has some of the softest luxury blankets with the cutest patterns. We highly recommend the Koochicoo blanket for your big kids and their adorable sleepsacks for your littles!

Looking for a safe place to sleep? Babymoov’s Naos Crib & Playard is an excellent option. Weighing under 9 lbs, this playard will fold up small for easy storage and easy for Grandpa to move. Mom hack: This is a great place for baby to play, especially in an area that might not be babyproofed as your home. Add some reusable ergoPouch Window Blockouts to ensure a great night of sleep for everyone.

Whether you’re visiting Grandparents by plane or car, we know you’ll be fully prepared to enjoy time with your loved ones!

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Gugu Guide Gear Picks: Jen Saxton

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Meet our Gugu Guides! These expert moms in our community are here to provide wisdom, solutions and experience to help you make the best decisions about products and services for your growing family.

About Jen

Jen Saxton is the Founder & CEO of Tot Squad, a baby services marketplace that connects new parents with health, wellness and safety services like car seat installation, sleep consulting, lactation support and more.

Jen is a serial entrepreneur with 10 years experience in the baby industry. Jen received her MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and has been a Child Passenger Safety Technician since 2009. She grew up in Austin, Texas and received a B.S. in Mathematics from Duke University.

Jen now lives in Los Angeles with her husband Kern, daughters Charlotte (2018) & Sophie (2021), and furry friend Jackson the bichon frise. She enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling.

Find out how she does it all, and check out her top 3 gear picks for babies. Follow her on @totsquad @jenbsaxton to learn more!

How do you balance your work and mom life?

Honestly, I don’t! LOL! Some weeks are better than others, but I am fortunate to have a lot of help. When I have big projects, my team steps up to the plate. I was determined to take a real maternity leave and even though I feel like so many balls were dropped, I know my babies thrived because I was able to give them the attention they needed. Some days, it’s about bringing them with me to meetings, on trips, running errands, or into the office. There are times when I can put my phone away so I can devote one on one time with each of the girls. I try to manage my time as best as I can. One key element is leaving the laptop at the office so I am not tempted to open it up and start working!

Describe your baby and toddler gear style.

Multi-purpose, Convenience, Durable, and Fun!

What’s been your biggest obstacle as a parent and what did you do to overcome it?

Taking the time to slow down and enjoy the moments. I have two gears; full throttle and hard brake. It’s not that I have overcome the obstacle, but I am constantly aware and make the effort to slow down to a certain speed.

Top 3 Gear Picks

SNOO Smart Sleeper Bassinet

Not just a pretty addition to any nursery, the SNOO Smart bassinet had both of my newborns sleeping soundly with its automatically adjusting swaying and white noise until the girls learned to connect their sleep cycles!

Hatch Rest

This smart nightlight stands the test of time as a white noise machine since birth and now as an “ok to wake” clock that is programmable from my phone to keep my toddler in her room!

Belly Bandit

This brand has had my back, literally, through all stages of conception and childbearing with their Upsie Belly bump support, the C section corset undies, Mother Tucker leggings and their period panty line Proof!

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The Scoop: Baby Boldly Birth Bag – Fully Prepared

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Preparedness and Motherhood rarely go hand in hand, but Baby Boldly has created an all-in-one hospital bag that will do just that. As a third-time mom-to-be, I should know everything that I am going to need to bring to the hospital for labor and delivery. However, as a third-time mom-to-be, I have two other little loves to worry about packing for as well. On top of everyday life – school, kids’ activities, work, meal planning, laundry, cleaning, etc. – preparing for baby #3 has been a little more stressful and a lot more time-crunched than I expected. Having the Baby Boldly Birth Bag: Fully Prepared pre-packed and shipped directly to me has checked at least one thing off of my list.

Truly Comprehensive –

With over 30+ unique pieces, my birth bag was packed ensuring I had every essential, not just some of them. With items to help with labor, nursing, showering, and any down-time in between I am confident that I will be covered. Additionally, 1 thing I love is that there is still room left in the main bag for me to add in any personal items I might choose to bring as well.

Non-toxic + Practical –

I guess you could consider me a “Scrunchy Mom” since I strive to find a balance between choosing products that are as natural as possible but also are convenient. The toiletries and personal care items included were sourced to ensure that they are non-toxic and contain quality ingredients especially as momma’s senses are heightened during this unique time in her life. My bag included items from brands I was already familiar with and confident in like Pharmacopia, Burt’s Bees, Schmitt’s, Tom’s, Earth Mama, Bamboobies, and Rael.

The weekender bag itself is made from easy-to-clean nylon with vegan leather accents and features magnetic closures, a zippered top, and 10 pockets + a toiletry bag. As someone who typically packs in cubes and travel pouches galore, I am thrilled for the organizational options and the future possibilities to use it as a diaper bag, pumping bag, or duffle.

Designed by Mamas, For Mamas –

Maybe my favorite aspect of the Birth Bag: Fully Prepared is the support and thoughtfulness that comes along with it. Right when you open the box, there is a note from the Baby Boldly team encouraging you and letting you know that you are not alone and that sentiment follows you throughout with details like a tag stating “You Got This” on the 2 in 1 Nursing/Infant Carrier Cover and “Strong as a Mother” written on the reusable water bottle and grippy socks. Plus, in a more subtle way the inclusion of a sentimental book (for when you want to disconnect), honey sticks (hospital approved for energy), and a massage ball (cramps can be no joke!) show that this bag is the ultimate gift to yourself or a momma-to-be you love. It completely prepares you for birth in a hospital or birth center.

Thank you to Baby Boldly for making this sponsored post possible.

Check out more resources to prepare for your hospital stay:
5 Best Hospital Bag Products for Mom
Ultimate Hospital Bag Packing List
Hospital Bag Musts – The things you may forget!

The Scoop: Momkindness Duo Diaper Backpack

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Versatility is key when it comes to gear in motherhood. We’re bringing you the scoop on the Duo Backpack from Momkindness. This backpack is a 2-in-1 style and a total game-changer for moms in every stage of early motherhood, and beyond.

2-in-1 Style

A favorite feature of this bag is its 2-in-1 style with a durable canvas backpack, plus a removable Diaper Clutch with changing pad for when you just need to tote the essentials. Moms love being able to pop out the Diaper Clutch for a quick run into the store, knowing that the backpack with all the necessities is close by in the car. It can easily double as a stylish clutch for date night as well!

Made to last

This backpack from Momkindness is made of a durable canvas that will last far beyond the baby and toddler years. The sleek style of this bag won’t fall out of style either. With a wide-access, dual-zip top, and 9 pockets, this bag keeps you organized with a place for everything so you can easily find all the things, right when you need them. There’s even a quick-access zip pocket on the back!

Inside, along with 9 pockets for organization, there’s a separate padded laptop or tablet compartment. The adjustable, padded comfort straps are perfect for both mom and dad to wear. This backpack is made to multi-task as much as you do.

Momkindness for a cause

Another thing we love most about Momkindness is their mission to spread acts of “momkindness” within the mom community and their partnership with Every Mother Counts. Every Mother Counts is a non-profit working to achieve quality, respectful and equitable maternity care for all, and a portion of every Momkindness sale is donated to support their cause.

This durable, 2-in-1 diaper backpack is made to last through all parts of parenthood, and beyond. Because being a mom shouldn’t mean sacrificing style for function! Check it out for yourself: Momkindness Duo Backpack (Grey)

Thank you to Momkindness for making this sponsored post possible.

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Best Baby Activity Cards

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After you bring baby home, often you take a seat in the glider or rocking chair and think, “now what?” The days seem endless, and chock full of diapers, naps, spit-up, and maybe a shower or two (depends on that spit-up!) for you. So, what do you do with baby all day? We’re very excited to introduce you to Curious Baby Activity Cards, designed to take the stress out of “what do you do all day” and give you peace of mind that you’re doing what’s best for your baby.

Indoor Activities

If you’re home with baby, especially during the winter or super hot days, Curious Baby Activity Cards is here to make your life easier. They designed the activities to easily work with materials and items you already have in the house! For example, a mirror, pots and pans, pillows – everything you have already! You can skip the trip to Target and quit buying expensive toys, everything you need is in Curious Baby Activity Card Set. Plus, it’s a great way to get older siblings involved in safe play with baby on the floor. Make it a family activity!

Safe Play

We love that you can safely play with baby using all of the activity cards, as each of the activities has been backed with research and reviewed by a medical advisory team to promote one of the five key development areas for babies. These five areas include fine motor and sensory development, gross motor/physical development, cognitive development, speech & language development, and emotional and social development. You can be confident that the activities provided have all been backed by leading childhood education research and reviewed by a medical team.

Easy to follow

We know in your sleep deprived state, it can be difficult to commit to reading books or websites about baby activities, which is why we’re such big fans of the Curious Baby Activity Cards. The activities are organized and color-coded based on the age of your baby. Starting from weeks 0-12 and moving up every three months, you’ll be able to use these cards throughout the ENTIRE first year of your little one’s life. We especially appreciate that there are no extra materials or subscription fees. The suggested activities are appropriate to the stage of development that your baby is going through based on their age in months, so you can feel confident that you are doing the best play you can with baby!

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25 Gift Ideas for a 2-Year-Old

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So, your favorite toddler turns two in a couple of weeks. What do you get for them? We’ve got a list of 25 gift ideas that will appease the tastes of all different kinds of kiddos. Whether you have a 2-year-old who loves imagination play, one who loves to dress up, or a quiet reader, you’ll find a suggestion that will make their day.

Toy Gift Ideas

Melange Collection Elephant in Sweater, Blue – $40.00

Every child needs a beloved stuffie. This elephant brings whimsy and fun to all of your kid’s play. As an added bonus, Melange Collection works closely with organizations dedicated to empowering women through income generating projects. You can feel good about giving this gift (or any of the other cute options, like a fox, bunny, dog, and more).

Mouse Loves Pig Portable Car Carrier – $39.99

For the all-things-that-go lover, this portable play mat will carry a variety of cars and gives them a place to use their imagination and play. This is perfect for trips and outings to keep your toddler entertained.

Babymoov Indoor & Outdoor Tipi – $59.99

25 gift ideas: Babymoov Indoor Outdoor Tipi

This cute tent gives your child a safe, imagination-rich place to play, indoors or out. Our favorite part about this teepee, in addition to quick setup, is that it offers your toddler sun protection with anti-UV UPF50+ material. Set it up in the back yard, at the park, at the beach, or in your living room.

Plan Toys Doctor Set – $30

Is your little one always taking care of everyone? Do you want to nurture their spirit while encouraging more imagination play? Get them this doctor’s set from Plan Toys! Maybe you’ll inspire them to become a doctor when they’re grown. (Note: If they’re fascinated by teeth, the dentist set is also a fun option.)

Mouse Loves Pig Hand Kite Set – $54

Get moving and grooving with this set of six hand kites in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. You’ll inspire hours of imaginative play while also helping improve their gross motor skills. Win-win!

TROJOY Stacking Dinosaurs – $15.99

If you have a budding paleontologist, these stacking dinosaurs will provide lots of joy and hours of fun. As an added bonus, you’ll help solidify their knowledge of colors while they teach you about everything from the ankylosaurus to the triceratops.

SEREED Baby Balance Bike – $52.99

Recommended for ages 12-36 months, this baby balance bike will get them wheeling around in no time flat. You’ll help them develop balance skills and get them ready for their first pedal bike.

Clothing Gift Ideas

Clover Baby & Kids Monstera Short Set – $30

Whether they’re going to wear these to bed to dream of running through luscious monsteras or to play around the house, hiding behind their parents’ gorgeous plants, these comfy clothes will sure be a hit for parents and kids alike.

Gabri Isle Bunny Sweatshirt – $38.00

Hoodies with ears are always a hit. This bunny ear sweatshirt from Gabri Isle is the cutest thing. Ever.

Squid Socks Camping Edition – $24.00

Well, these are the cutest socks for your summer adventures. They feature woodland creatures, camping accessories, and some creepy crawlies. These socks have silicone dots at the cuff to keep them in place as well as grippers on the bottom to keep little feet from sliding on the floor.

Custom Hand-Dyed Pullover Hoodie – $36.00

Make sure they’re rocking the biggest trend of the last year: tie dye! You can pick your primary color and set them up in the latest trend.

Pull-On Rainboots, Cat & Jack – $19.99

If you give a two-year-old a pair of rain boots, you’re gonna have to ooh and ahh over them as they’ll be sure to show you their boots over and over and over again. That’s okay when it’s these tiger cuties from Cat & Jack at Target.

Corduroy Overalls from H&M – $29.99

Hit both the neutral color palate trend as well as the texture one with these corduroy overalls. They’ll be stylin’ more than you, and that’s a-okay.

Stripe 5 Panel Trucker Hat – $38.00

But imagine this hat paired with the corduroy overalls and a black long-sleeved t-shirt. Seriously. Toddlers today have all the fashion luck.

Unisex Stretch Jean Jacket – $22.00

This stretch denim jacket fits comfortably while looking uber-cool. It also comes in a light wash to mix up the look a bit.

Distressed Toddler Jeans – $14.99-19.99

Not only are these the cutest things ever, but they’re comfortable due to that elastic waistband. Whether you’re still changing diapers or working on potty training, easy on and off pants are key, even if they’re Cool Pants.

Training In Unders Organic Cotton 5 Pack – $35.00

Whether they’re ready right this second or have no clue about the potty just yet, some absorbent training pants are good to have on hand at this point. There’s also a five pack with cats, unicorns, and more if that’s their thing.

Gear Gift Ideas

Larktale caravan Stroller/Wagon – $449

Need a little more room now that your two-year-old takes up more space? The Larktale caravan Stroller/Wagon has room enough for two, perfect for playdates and more. They’ll be rolling in style. (PS: It has a really awesome rain and wind cover that you can buy to keep your little riders dry.)

CamelBak Eddy 14oz – $13.99

Since toddlers are always on the go, it can be hard to keep them hydrated. Make it feel fun by giving them their own water bottle like yours.

Bodhi Toddler Standard Bed by Karla Dubois – $239

Upgrade their bedroom from nursery to toddler by replacing their crib with a toddler bed. This one from Karla Dubois is modern and unique, allowing you to do so much with their newly redesigned space. While the bed comes in six colors, this neutral Pebble would suit any room.

Book Gift Ideas

Ekaterina Trukhan 5-Book Set from Workman Publishing – $29.75

These books from Workman Publishing are printed on an indestructible paper-like material. Your little reader won’t be able to rip, tear, or puncture the pages. This set lets them learn about numbers, colors, shapes, and more.

Families Can by Dan Saks – $7.99

The main idea of this 2021 book is that “a family is love no matter how it looks.” This important message is aimed at our youngest readers in this beautifully illustrated book. Additionally, Dan Saks has a number of other great books for this age group, including Families Belong and Families Grow.

Mrs. Peanuckle’s Hiking Alphabet – $7.99

If you’re a hiking family, already traipsing through wooden trails with your toddler strapped to your back, this is an alphabet book you simply must add to your library. “A is for Air; C is for Compass,” and so on. Teach your kiddo to speak your outdoor language now!

Nerdy Babies: Dinosaurs by Emmy Kastner – $7.99

Next up, we have the newest book in the Nerdy Babies series explores all things dino. They’ll learn about shapes, sizes, and yes, dinosaurs in the Mesozoic Era.

Maddie Frost Collection from Workman Publishing – $35.70

Another set of indestructible books rounds out our list. This one includes six books from Maddie Frost and brings three nursery rhymes and three explore-your-world type books to your library. They’re sure to be a hit.

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Well, there you have it. 25 gift ideas for 2-year-olds that are sure to bring a smile to your favorite toddler’s face. Be sure to let us know which items were a hit!

Check out some of our favorite gift guides:
Ultimate Gift Guide: Ages 0-2
Ultimate Gift Guide: Ages 2-5
Reima Baby Kit: The All-in-One Baby Gift
Work from Home Gift Guide

Charitable Holiday Gifts

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Sometimes, you just don’t need any more “stuff”! We rounded up some of our favorite charitable causes for gifting this year from honor gifts, to gift cards, to monetary donations to worthy causes.

Gifts for Moms

The Hunger Project: The mission of The Hunger Project is to end hunger and poverty by pioneering sustainable, grassroots, women-centered strategies and advocating for them in countries throughout the world. They believe that to achieve a sustainable solution to hunger, those living in hunger need access to education and tools to end hunger for good.

Postpartum Support International: Did you know? 1 in 7 Moms and 1 in 10 Dads suffer from postpartum depression. Postpartum Support International is a non-profit organization serving the needs of pregnant, post-loss, and postpartum women and families all over the world, at no cost to women and their families. They provide direct, informed support and resources to families, train professionals, and connect them together.

Every Mother Counts: Every Mother Counts works to make pregnancy and childbirth safe for everyone, everywhere. They work to achieve quality, respectful, and equitable maternity care for all by giving grants and working with partners and thought leaders to increase awareness and mobilize communities to take action.

Heifer International: Heifer International works to end hunger and poverty in partnership with the communities they serve. The programs support entrepreneurs around the world, beginning with a seed investment of livestock or agriculture, followed by mentorship to help project participants build a business, and ultimately to gain access to supply chains and markets. These families are able to earn a living income and continuously lift up their communities as they train the next generation of leaders.

Gifts for Babes

Ferst Readers: Ferst Readers wants every child to have the best start in life, and the key is having books in the home and being read to from birth. Children in the Ferst Readers literacy program receive a bookstore-quality, age-specific book, and resources mailed to them at home every month until their fifth birthday. It’s this access to print that helps create a language-rich environment in the home.

March of Dimes: March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies, with the belief that every baby deserves the best possible start. Today, they educate medical professionals and the public about best practices; support lifesaving research; provide comfort and support to families in NICUs; and advocate for moms and babies. They guide moms through every stage of the pregnancy journey and are fighting for babies and advocating for their health with the tools, technology, and knowledge needed to build a brighter future for all.

National Diaper Bank Network: Did you know that 1 in 3 U.S. families experience diaper need? The NDBN provides the necessities required to build the strong foundations all children, families, and individuals need to thrive. Babies without clean diapers are exposed to more potential health risks. In partnership with diaper banks, allied programs, donors, sponsors, and elected officials, they work to end diaper need and period poverty in the United States.

World Vision: World Vision is a Christian organization working to help communities lift themselves out of poverty. They do this by partnering with children, families, and their communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice through health, education, economic empowerment, and more.

Smile Train: Smile Train is an international children’s charity with a sustainable approach to a single, solvable problem: cleft lip and palate. Children with untreated clefts around the world have difficulty eating, breathing, hearing, and speaking. Cleft treatment is safe, and the impact on the child is immediate. Smile Train has supported more cleft surgeries than all other global charities combined. They partner directly with local hospitals to strengthen health systems and empower local medical professionals to offer surgical services and comprehensive cleft care to children in their own communities.

Bathtime: Top Tips and Christmas Gift Ideas!

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Here at Gugu Guru we are all about celebrating all types of families, so when we came across the blog Coraline and Us, we knew we wanted to have Liz, the mama behind the blog, come and share her story. Liz started her blog upon the birth of her adorable little Coraline, when it was “discovered unexpectedly within hours, that she has Down’s Syndrome and two holes in the heart. We did not know anything about Down’s Syndrome when she was born. This blog is about our journey of growth.” Read on for more about Coraline and Liz’s bathtime tips and gift ideas!
You can find Liz on her blog, Facebook, and Instagram.

Here’s a roundup of our bathtime favorites. Coraline used to hate the bath; she would try to climb out repeatedly as soon as she got in. You can read more about how that began to shift when she was about two and a half, with a couple of surprising discoveries in the post Bathtime.

Now, age three, she is happy to sit in the bath and play with all her toys in it. I’ll say what a mum said to me (who has an older child with Down’s syndrome): “this too shall pass”. That’s a phrase that’s come up for us a bit recently. Suddenly, things just begin to settle and click. The bath aversion doesn’t last forever. Be patient. And, as my husband Kevin said, “what are we going to do; not give her a bath?” For us, it was just a case of repetition and patience, and “this too shall pass”.

Here are our favorite bathtime things:

1. We love the Cuddledry Handsfree Bath Towel. Friends gave us this when Coraline was born and it stands out as something we love. It’s the fact it ties around your neck with a popper so it’s easy to bring Coraline to the bath in it, to have it on whilst she’s in the bath, lift her out into it and lay her down onto it, really smoothly! That was especially great when Coraline wasn’t so fond of the bath. It’s little things like this that make a real difference. Plus it’s lovely, soft and big and, in the words of Marie Kondo, it “sparks joy”.

2. A friend in our Antenatal group recommended this Angelcare Soft-Touch Bath Support Chair to us, and we used it until Coraline was about 18 months old, when we moved to a non-slip bath mat. It’s so light and easy to put in and out of the bath, as the water drains through. The “grippy” material also meant Coraline was safely seated when she was in it and its angle was good for washing her hair, and for her to look at us. For us, it was important to have something supportive when Coraline was sitting in the bath due to her hypotonia (low muscle tone) which is a characteristic of Down’s syndrome. She can also splash freely with her legs when she’s in it which she began to do as she got older.

3. Coraline’s therapists say the bath is a great place for learning and having fun! A friend gave Coraline these bathtime funny mix sponge animals, as her nephew had loved the fun of matching the bodies and heads. Coraline learns visually and through repetition. We see these animals on the side of the bath each bathtime and say their name and make their sound. She loves them. We just have to make sure she doesn’t chew them!

4. We have ordered Coraline the bath foam letters and numbers for Christmas 2020, to add to her bath toys, as recommended by the same mum I mentioned above! They will work well as we are working on letter sounds at the moment e.g. “p” and “b” and we are also working at familiarising her with the numbers 1-6.

5. Basketball hoop also recommended by the same mum I previously mentioned. I ordered for Christmas. It will be great for gross motor skills and also Coraline can recognize the word “ball” so it will give more practice and repetition of that sound. And, most importantly, be fun!

ORiANE Favorite: The Sara Turtleneck Tunic

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When it is time to shop for a birthday, holiday or pregnancy gift for expectant mothers, you must consider the Sara Turtleneck Tunic from ORiANE. Mothers will love all the Sara Turtleneck Tunic has to offer.

For the nursing and postpartum months, it is important for moms to wear something comfortable. The Sara tunic is made of a very soft material so moms will feel cozy and beautiful in this tunic.

The Sara Turtleneck Tunic is stylish with leggings or skinny jeans. It reaches the mid-thigh to create a piece that looks like an oversized shirt, rather than a maternity shirt. If mom is on the petite side, they can wear this tunic as a fashionable dress.

From the comfortable material to the versatile design, mothers can wear this tunic anywhere, from relaxing at home to making a grocery store run, to a stylish top or dress for date night. Whether working inside or outside the home, this gorgeous piece is a great addition to any working mom’s attire too.

The tunic is realistically priced to fit most budgets, so shoppers do not have to worry about breaking the bank on a great gift idea. At a reasonable price, shoppers can order the new-mama more than one, or even grab one for themselves!

Regardless of the occasion, you can’t go wrong with the Sara Turtleneck Tunic from ORiANE. Cozy, stylish and versatile, this is a great gift idea for mothers who are looking to feel comfortable and amazing.

And as a special bonus, you’ll receive 20% off, applied automatically at checkout, for ORiANE’s Bye Bye 2020 sale through 12/20.

Thank you to ORiANE for making this sponsored post possible.

Ultimate Gift Guide: Ages 0-2

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It’s almost that time of year! While everyone is a little stressed about the gift buying, new and expecting parents are by far the most stressed. No need to fear, because there are so many gifts that’ll benefit any child and their whole family!

Reima Baby Kit $199.95

A starter kit full of magic for your little miracle. The Reima Baby Kit is a collection of all of the essential wear your baby will need during the first six months. It includes 17 pieces of hand-picked premium Nordic designed Moomin baby items – a wonderful way to start your journey into parenthood!

Reima Honeycomb Baby Snowsuit and Sleeping Bag $139.95

Attention expecting parents, baby clothes shopping just got a whole lot simpler. Winter clothes are always such a hassle, having to choose between style and functionality. Luckily, Reima has created a stylish mixture of a baby snowsuit and a comfortable sleeping bag with coffee bean fabric. Coffee bean fabric is made up of tiny particles of coffee to form into a honeycomb structure to keep the little ones even warmer! It comes in sizes 0 – 12 months, prevents the formation of odors, and has an anti-static function.

Reima Gotland Snowsuit $149.95

Prepare for the best winter coat for any toddler! The award-winning Gotland snowsuit is the perfect combination of warm, insulted material and fashionable colors. The fully waterproof snowsuit comes with a detachable faux-fur-trimmed hood that repels dirt and rubble, a waterproof finish, an insulated seat, and durable silicone foot loops to keep little one’s ankles from the cold! The snap buttons and removable and adjustable hood make it easy for parents and comfortable for baby. Available in sizes 9 months – 3T.

Reima Myytti One-Piece Fleece Overall $49.95

Both affordable and functional, this warm, fleece suit is the perfect gift for any little one in need of some extra warmth. With a sporty, geometric print, and warm material, it is a comfortable staple for any child’s autumn and mid-winter wardrobe. Available in sizes 9 months – 3T.

Crane 1 Gal. 4-in-1 Top Fill Drop Cool Mist Humidifier with Sound Machine $54.99

Both a humidifier and sound machine, this is exactly what every new parent needs. With an award-winning design and performance, the appliance has 500 sq. ft. of coverage and 24-hours of soothing moisture to help relieve the effects of cold and flu symptoms. The sound machine comes in three settings such as white noise, rain, and ocean waves. Along with being highly functional, the aroma tray and nightlight settings can entertain any small child! Good smells and color-changing lights, what more could they want? Use code HELLOBABY for $10 off and free shipping on drop and adorable humidifiers on crane-usa.com (exp 12/31/2020).

TWELVELittle Luxe Diaper Clutch In Black Croc $79

For moms looking to make a fashion-forward statement, the Luxe Diaper Clutch is the perfect functional, but beautiful accessory. Made completely of vegan leather and harsh chemical-free, it comes in two chic designs and can be carried as a clutch or crossbody using the detachable webbing strap. The interior organization designed to hold diapers, baby wipes, and a sippy cup. Perfect for the chicest of moms! Use code GUGU20 for an exclusive discount!

GooseWaddle Oxford Puppy Bundle $100

This fabulous collection is great for any newborn or toddler, especially the ones whose favorite colors are green and blue! Use code SAVE$10 for $10 off the plush! This set includes:

Super Soft Plush Puppy- super squishy and oh-so-cuddly, it is the perfect stuffed animal for any child
Blue Knit Blanket- designed with the softest fabrics for any newborn that loves to snuggle up
Blue Wooden and Silicone Teether- made with the softest silicone and natural oak wood to aid sore gums of any toddler
Popsicles and Stripes Bib 2 Pack- with an adorable design and soft bamboo muslin, it is the perfect shield for any messes

Thank you to Reima, Crane, TWELVELittle and GooseWaddle for making this sponsored post possible.

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