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Product Discovery: Milk Street Cribs

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Milk Street understands very well that a crib is one of the most important purchases a parent can ever make. As they say, “It’s the only place where you will leave your baby unattended for up to 8 hours at a time. You want that place to be a haven; safe, comfortable, and beautiful.” This is why Milk Street’s mission is to create beautiful nursery furniture that doesn’t sacrifice safety for design.

It’s not surprising that Milk Street was created by a mother; when founder Julie Knisley became a mother she realized that the crib would be the only place her baby would be left unattended. Julie set out to create a crib line with the utmost of safety standards and the high-end designer look. Julie first began sketching cribs in a park in downtown Boston off of Milk Street and this is how Milk Street Baby earned its name. Milk Street allows Julie to bring her two passions together, crib safety and high-quality designs.

All of their furniture is hand-built just for you! As they say, “Just like pregnancy, all good things take time!” Once you place your order for Milk Street cribs and furniture, it will take about 12-16 weeks to build. However, they will be in constant communication throughout the process and inspections. Milk Street takes pride in the materials they utilize and safety tests their products endure. Raw materials are scrutinized and rigorously tested, more than 20 sets of hands will touch your crib during its hand finishing process.

Milk Street has a variety of crib and furniture styles, for nurseries of all design concepts, whether traditional, modern, casual, or contemporary. And, as most parents know, any baby related purchase seems like throwing money away because you use it for such a small amount of time in the larger scheme of your child’s life, however, Milk Street cribs are an amazing investment. Why? Milk Street creates furniture that is truly transitional and can follow your child from birth to teenage years. All of their cribs can convert from crib, to toddler bed to daybed and then double bed! As Milk Street says, “We blur the lines, giving you the ultimate freedom to design the nursery of your dreams.”

You can find Milk Street on their Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Thank you to Milk Street for making this sponsored post possible. 

Filed Under: Design, Nursery, Nursery Style, Sleep Tagged With: decor, nursery

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Perfect Gift Ideas

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At Gugu Guru, we just love gifts that keep on giving. Whether they’re smart, practical finds, heirloom quality or cause-driven, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite gift ideas for growing families. These make wonderful baby shower gifts or add them to your registry.

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Cause-Driven Fashion

We would be crazy about the adorable and affordable fashions from Smockingbird anyway, but the fact that the brand gives back to a different cause each month makes us love them even more.  Started by two best friends (who also happen to be sisters-in-law),  Smockingbird offers really cute clothes for children at unbeatable prices.

Smart Finds

Self-care is so important when you’re a new mama and, let’s be honest, breastfeeding can be hard. You can get clogged ducts, pain from mastitis, milk blebs and other discomforts associated with breastfeeding. Of course it’s all worth it to give your babe the best, but you don’t have to suffer through it.  Rachel’s Remedy breastfeeding relief packs are a brand new way to treat, soothe and relieve breastfeeding conditions. They offer FDA cleared, moist heat or cooling therapy.

Speaking of comfort or discomfort for that matter, pumping can sometimes be painful for moms, especially those who are exclusively pumping. BeauGen wants to help moms have a more positive, more comfortable breast-pumping experience. BeauGen nipple cushions are a soft, stretchy, and convenient solution that can significantly reduce the pain and discomfort of breast pumping.

Baby K'Tan Diaper Bag

One of the things we love the most about the Baby K’Tan Diaper Bag is its built-in wetbag with antibacterial lining – making it a super smart find for parents. This very stylish diaper bag is made of a unique medical-grade FDA approved nylon, the built-in wet bag pocket is resistant against the growth of germs and odor-causing bacteria, and is completely washable and food safe.

Adorable & Eco-Friendly Accents

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One of our favorite gift ideas, is the personalized birth announcement pillow from our friends at Finch & Cotter. Just provide them with the baby’s stats and they’ll create a custom birth announcement pillow. Aside from being such a special, personalized gift, we love that Finch & Cotter is made in the USA from eco-friendly inks and organic cotton canvas so it’s safe for any nursery.

Baby Baazaar

If you’re into global chic aesthetic and favor eco-friendly, fair trade practices – look no further than one of our latest discoveries: Baby Baazaar. Baby Baazaar’s aim is to bring hard-to find, eco-friendly children’s products to parents everywhere. The founder is originally from India, and she continues to be inspired by the unique aesthetics and handcrafting abilities of the artisans back home.

 Thank you to Smockingbird, Finch & Cotter, Rachel’s Remedy, BeauGen, Baby Baazaar and Baby K’Tan for making this sponsored post possible. 

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Showers, Baby Style, Breastfeeding, Budget, Cause Driven, Gift Ideas, Nursery, Nursery Style, Toddlers Tagged With: breast pump, breastfeeding, nursery

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Nursery Style: Botanical Theme

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If you’re looking for a fresh and clean design scheme for your baby’s nursery, check out our botanical nursery theme picks – after all, greenery is the Pantone color of the year. We are also excited to share a sneak peek of the new Plants collection from Lorena Canals available for pre-order today. Gugu Guru is definitely feeling all the lush, tropical feels up in here!

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1. Botanical Throw Pillow Cover, $20: Throw Pillow Cover made from 100% spun polyester poplin fabric, a stylish statement that will liven up any room. Individually cut and sewn by hand, the pillow cover measures 16″ x 16″, features a double-sided print and is finished with a concealed zipper for ease of care. Does not include pillow insert.

2. Fern Print Green Botanical Art, Set of 2 Ferns, $25+: Fern Print Green Botanical Art, set of 2 Ferns are a one of a kind watercolor piece. These make a wonderful gift for a new home or baby’s room. A price is for the set of 2 watercolor Fern paintings as shown on the first photo.

3. Sanderson Green Rug, prices vary: Sanderson is one of the UK’s foremost designer fabric, wallpaper and home accessory brands. Each rug is hand woven by mastercraftmen with a premium quality 100% new wool pile. Very thick and comfortable with a super heavy pile weight of 4.5kg per square meter.

4. Cactus Minky Baby Blanket, $19+: Absolutely adorable and stylish minky+muslin baby blankets are our latest invention! The two most favorited fabrics come together in this wonderful swaddle blanket. This baby blanket is so versatile and beautiful! Prickly Cactus has never felt so approachable, as the hand-drawn watercolor design is printed on the soft and silky minky fabric, backed with a breathable cotton muslin, framed with a trim all around.

5. Serena and Lily Malibu Chandelier, $1358.00: Strands of gorgeous beads with subtle gold veining bring an earthy glamour to any space. The sturdy steel frame is wrapped in natural hemp with a perfectly frayed tassel, adding to the rustic appeal.

6. Dipped Succulent Planter with Raw Clay Bottom, $15+: These small succulent pots were thrown on a potter’s wheel in a hazelnut brown stoneware clay and have a small hole for drainage. Just add a succulent, cactus or even some herbs to bring cheer to your kitchen, bedroom or office. This listing is for ONE dipped succulent planter with raw clay bottom. 

7. Crib Sheet Flax Freeform Arrows, $65+: Our sheets are serged in the four corners, so wash and dry them as much as you need. We’ve also put elastic around the entire edge of the sheet. The pockets are plenty deep, so our sheets fit all standard 28″ x 52″ (ish) mattresses. This particular listing includes one fitted crib sheet.

8. Tree Ring Wall Mirror, $299: We fused a natural tree slice with mirrored glass to create our Tree Ring Wall Mirror. With a live edge, this modern piece is quite the statement-maker. 

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The new Lorena Canals Plants Collection will be available for delivery March 10th.  The collection includes not only the brand’s signature eco-friendly, stylish and machine washable rugs but also fun accents like these storage baskets.

Filed Under: Design, Nursery, Nursery Style Tagged With: decor, nursery

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Cora’s Nursery

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We absolutely fell in love with Lindsay Wilkins of Hello Hue Blog, when we came across her Instagram.  Then pregnant with her now 4 month old beautiful daughter, Cora, we love Lindsay’s sense of style.  The decor that she selected for Cora’s nursery is so special and eclectic; we find it the intersection of sophistication and simplicity.  The room is not overly designed and has lots of eye-catching gorgeous touches. We’re excited to share it with you today. Follow along as Lindsay lets us know about her choices to decorate this unique nursery.

First up – the crib mattress. Safety is of utmost importance when it comes to selecting a crib mattress. You may ask, “Can a crib mattress be a nursery accent?” Our answer is an emphatic YES!

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Gugu Guru recommended Lullaby Earth Breeze crib mattress as a perfect fit for Cora’s nursery because, not only is it safe and breathable, it comes in a gorgeous array of colors as seen above – like this pink hue that Lindsay selected for Cora’s sleeping space.

We’re all about personalization on Gugu Guru and it’s also a huge trend in nursery. On Etsy shop, Lucy’s Letters, you’ll find wooden name signs available in a rainbow of gorgeous colors. The signs are all lightweight and perfect for personalizing a space.

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Next up – a key nursery accent: bedding. We love us an heirloom quilt over here at Gugu Guru. Lindsay selected Etsy shop The Feather and Arrow‘s beautiful quilt work for the nursery. Lindsay says that she loves the brand for its maker but also because the product is high quality, “Megan has a heart of gold and her quilts are not only lovely but so durable too ( believe me- we’ve washed ours several times already thanks to our little Poopy McGee).”

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One of our favorite touches to Cora’s gorgeous nursery is these absolutely stunning paper flowers from Amaranthus Paper Flora on the wall. Not only are these flowers beautiful, but they’re perfectly lightweight for hanging above baby’s head. This company is run by mother-daughter duo Meredith and Cherie, which makes it even more heartwarming.

Thank you to our brand partners at Lullaby Earth for sponsoring this post.

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Design, Gift Ideas, New Mom Series, Nursery, Nursery Style Tagged With: decor, nursery

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YouthfulNest Interior Design

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Let’s be honest, as soon as you pee on that stick and see a positive sign, one of the first exciting things that pops in your head is designing the nursery. As a sanctuary for both your little one and you, the nursery quickly becomes the most important room in the house. We’re so excited to introduce you to a wonderful company, YouthfulNest, which is a super affordable way moms and dads can create the nursery or kid’s room of their dreams.

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Created and founded by designer, Lisa Janvrin, YouthfulNest is a new online interior design consulting firm which helps translate parents online design inspiration from Pinterest or Houzz into real-life, well-designed rooms- bridging the gap between traditional full-service interior design and D.I.Y. If you’re rubbing your pregnant belly and spending hours on Pinterest or Houzz picking your favorite items, but have zero idea how to create a nursery from them, YouthfulNest is your answer. Lisa’s blog is full of amazing nursery inspiration as well as D.I.Y tips for creating unique designs and items for your dream nursery – on a budget!

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Why is YouthfulNest so affordable? Unlike traditional interior design where the designer does all the leg work, such as finding inspiration or doing all the measurements, with YouthfulNest, moms and dads provide all the inspiration as well as measurements, and so forth – and YouthfulNest is there to help coordinate, create, and finalize all design concepts. In a world of Pinterest boards and Houzz favorites, it makes it so easy to share ideas back and forth. Their simple  e-design services are perfect for those with time-constraints or short timelines like a millennial mom-to-be who is dreaming of the perfect nursery.

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Gugu Concierge has teamed up with YouthfulNest and buybuy BABY to make your experience planning for baby even more simple, delightful, and stress-free. With our unique Gugu Concierge program available now in the greater New York City metro area, you get your very own affordable personal experts for your baby registry and nursery design. With Gugu Concierge, a new parent receives a personalized baby registry expertly curated just for you by a professional local baby planner. When it comes to the nursery, we have you covered with a nursery design consult and custom nursery style board and shopping list. You’ll also receive a one-hour long in store walk through with your personal baby planner at your nearest buybuy BABY store, and an exclusive $100 OFF* coupon for use at buybuy BABY, plus a VIP swag bag filled with amazing products for mom and baby…plus much more! We’re here to help you turn your dreams into reality by creating the perfect haven for your little one.
*On purchases of $500 or more upon registry creation.

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Style, Nursery, Nursery Style Tagged With: decor, nursery

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Lisa Frank Inspired Baby Registry

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If you were a child growing up in the nineties, there’s a good chance you had a Lisa Frank binder or two, possibly some stickers, and for sure some pencils. Her iconic rainbow-ed animals and images were all the rage for middle school kids everywhere – and now, it’s back! Today we rounded up our favorite baby registry items inspired by Lisa Frank’s designs. 

 

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This Unicorn Over the Rainbows LilleBaby carrier is way too hip and way too cute!

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Loving the unicorn garland to hang in a nursery (unicorn theme, fairytale theme, muted colors); and can’t get over how cute that rainbow unicorn mobile is!

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This rad rainbow unicorn skirt comes in all sizes from baby to kid! Looking for a perfect Lisa Frank hair bow for your baby girl? This one comes in baby to adult sizes (mama + mini!).

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Don’t want to be over the top with your homage to Lisa Frank? Snatch up this paci from Booginhead.

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Lisa Frank used all sort of rainbow animals and mammals in her designs, like dolphins – the rainbow dolphins on the simple white onesie makes an adorable statement piece. Hello, how cute is that Lisa Frank inspired cloth diaper? Love!

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Style, Design, Nursery, Nursery Style Tagged With: baby style, babywearing, decor, nursery, registry

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Trend Report: Velvet

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Velvet reminds us of Autumn – it’s both cozy and glam – for mama, baby, and home! 

  1. Sari Velvet Romper, Little Moon Clothing ($49): This sweet little romper is perfect for fall and winter with leggings or tights. Each romper will be unique and different. The top bib is made using a gorgeous wedding Sari fabric with gold/silver woven threading. Has adjustable tie back straps. Two buttons in saddle make for an easy diaper change.
  2. Shelly Round Velvet Pillow, Urban Outfitters ($39): Soft and luxurious round pillow topped with radial stitch detailing we love. Perfect for a vintage-inspired touch to any couch, chair or bed.
  3. Velvet Baby Bow, Mane Message ($7 each): The Velvet Baby Bow Headbands are the perfect simple hair accessory for any little one’s wardrobe. The delicate bow and soft materials were designed to be worn comfortably on baby’s head.
  4. Heirloom Baby Velvet Pouch, Nuraxi ($145): This 100% handmade velvet pouch is hand-dyed and gorgeous – perfect for babies 0-6 months to swathe them in luxurious coziness.
  5. Tall Velvet Pleated Midi Skirt, Top Shop ($100):  Velvet look details add a pretty touch to this midi skirt. Sitting high on the waist, the full skirt comes in a pleated texture. Pair with an oversized sweatshirt and trainers for edgy chic.
  6. Wool Felt Hat, Janie and Jack ($24): Adorable crimson colored velvet hat with velvet bow – perfect for the holidays.
  7. Baby Girls Burgundy Velvet Dress, Children’s Salon ($152): Baby girls adorable burgundy dress by Christian Lacroix. Made with soft cotton velvet with a smooth cotton lining for added comfort. It has pretty short puffed sleeves and fastens with a concealed back zip. It has a pleat and pink bow detail to one side and a sparkling pink logo on the hem.
  8. Velvet Bomber Jacket Pink, Misguided ($51): Velvet is a classic throwback wardrobe staple and it’s back! This novelty bomber jacket is the one you need to dress up or down this Fall. Featuring a dusky pink hue, velvet material and a relaxed fit, you’ll be effortlessly chic and casual; style with denim and flats for girl crush vibes.

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Style, Mom Style, Nursery, Nursery Style, Obsessions Tagged With: baby, baby style, decor, gifts, mom style, nursery, registry

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A Princess Bride Baby Registry

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A Princess Bride Baby Registry?
Inconceivable!
(You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.)

Raise your hand if you’re a Princess Bride fan like the team at Gugu Guru is.  Bet you didn’t know that you could design a Princess Bride-themed baby registry.  Well, now you know and we’ve done a lot of the legwork for you with these awesome picks featuring some of the most memorable movie characters of all time.

For Mom

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You don’t even have to wait until you’ve had your baby to get your Buttercup on.  The designers at Fillyboo maternity have you covered with their line of boho chic maternity clothes fit for a queen.  Shown here from the collection: Wonder Years in ‘Baby Baby’ blue and I Believe In Unicorns maxi dress in off white.

For Nursery

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We found our “true love” when we discovered is this beautiful, whimsical hand made Princess Bride crib mobile from PinkCheeksStudios on Etsy.

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This “As You Wish” (secret code for “I love you”) print is a simple, beautiful touch for the nursery. Available in different colors.

For Baby

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From our favorite revenge-seeking swash buckler, Inigo Montoya to the inconceivable Vizzini, there’s no shortage of awesome onesies for your little one on Etsy.  Shown here: “Hello. My Name Is…” toddler t-shirt and Inconceivable onesie.

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If you happen to be expecting a Princess Buttercup of your own, might we suggest checking out an eponymous floral crown from MaeMillerCrowns on Etsy.

 

 

 

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Style, Gift Ideas, Mom Style, Nursery, Nursery Style, Obsessions, Pregnancy Style Tagged With: baby style, maternity, nursery

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Back to Sleep Day 11: 4moms Breeze

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This is hands-down, one of the coolest play yards out there. Any seasoned parent will tell you that play yards can be so dang confusing.  Some have this whole step-by-step process of popping up the sides and then pushing some button in the middle while the sides that you thought were popped in wind up collapsing on you… (Wait, yeah, that’s not the way it’s supposed to go but that’s been our experience and the experience of many others.) And that is why the team at Gugu Guru just loves the sleep-certified 4moms Breeze. Learn more about whether this product is a fit for your lifestyle and/or baby registry then enter to win one below.

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Traveler

Aside from its general ease of use and the fact that it comes with a convenient travel bag, the 4moms Breeze is so sturdy and well made that it is sure to withstand the beating that traveling baby gear typically takes. From being stacked on to thrown on a conveyor belt, rest assured that the Breeze can take it and will still provide a comfy, familiar place for baby once you arrive at your destination.  The fact that both the play yard and bassinet attachment wipe clean with a damp cloth is also a bonus when you’re on the road frequently.

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4moms is really THE gear brand for tech loving parents. The company actually doesn’t call itself a “baby gear company” but rather a “consumer technology company that leverages robotics, technology and innovative design to disrupt and redefine.”  With its one touch open and close feature, the Breeze doesn’t disappoint in terms of disrupting the category.

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4moms calls its Breeze “seriously easy” and we agree, hence our No Fuss badge here.  To open the Breeze, you just give one push.  To close the Breeze, you just pull a single time.  Anyone who has ever battled with a clunky play yard of the past will more than appreciate the ease of use that the Breeze has to offer.  Furthermore, there’s something to be said about “so easy to use that a grandparent can figure it out” and that definitely applies here.

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Note: all sleep tips are independent to all the products featured in Back to Sleep and Kim West is not endorsing these products unless otherwise indicated.

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Back To Sleep, Design, Gear, Gift Ideas, Nursery, Nursery Style, Sleep, Technology, Travel Tagged With: baby, baby essentials, nursery, registry, sleep, travel

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In The Nursery Roundup!

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We love sharing innovative and creative new baby products for the nursery; have you seen any of these yet? They make fantastic baby shower gifts, and if you’re pregnant, don’t forget to add these to your registry!

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Nested Bean’s Zen Swaddle: Nested Bean understands that babies tend to sleep better in your embrace or with your palm on their chest. They also understand that this is obviously not always possible! What’s the solution? Nested Bean has created a one of a kind swaddle for babies – their Zen Swaddle. The Zen Swaddle simulates the pressure from your touch with lightly weighted pads on their chest and sides.
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There are two options for the Zen Swaddle – The Zen Swaddle Classic is one layer of fabric, which means it is perfect for warmer months. At a very affordable price, you can have many of them, so baby won’t miss one night of sleeping well! The Zen Swaddle Premier has a double layer construction, which makes it perfect for cooler months. The Classic Swaddle features traditional baby light baby colors, while the Premier has more of a modern touch. The Swaddle is longer than most swaddles, making it most cost affective, as it will last your baby well into 6 months. They are 100% cotton and machine washable, and come in a variety of colors and patterns.
But, the best part of the Zen Swaddle? Parents who’ve tried the Zen Swaddle report their babies fall asleep easier and stay asleep longer within 1 to 3 nights. Win win for everyone! (Head over to Nested Bean to purchase a Zen Swaddle and receive 15% off with the code GUGU15.)
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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! The Baby Box Co. has teamed up with some amazing baby brands, so when you order your box, you’ll get fun samples, clothing, and goodies from all sorts of wonderful companies!
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 Personalized Birth Announcement Pillow from Finch and Cotter: Looking for the perfect, unique gift to celebrate a new baby? We’re loving this personalized pillow from Finch and Cotter. Pick either 16×20 or 12×18, in natural or white canvas. This pillow is totally customizable – from picking the fabric you want, to the color of the text, and obviously all the information. The pillow cover comes with a faux down insert, making this the ultimate personalized baby gift.
Thank you to our friends at Nested Bean, The Baby Box Co., and Finch & Cotter for making this sponsored post possible.

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Showers, Gear, Gift Ideas, Nursery, Nursery Style Tagged With: nursery

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