Current Favorite
Bubbles! Gazillions of bubbles!
Cool Baby Stuff
From Boppy pillows to Exersaucers, shopping for a new baby is a daunting process. John and I read multiple reviews of almost every product we purchase, and then Lana tests them for quality, stylishness, entertainment value, and/or overall tastiness. The following is a list of our favorite products and resources so far.
- BOB Revolution Jogging Stroller - Provides a smooth ride on all surfaces and easy steering.
- Graco MetroLite Travel System - Includes the top-rated Snug Ride infant car seat.
- Britax Roundabout - A highly-rated, compact convertible car seat. Well-designed straps make it incredibly easy to get baby in and out.
- Fisher-Price Baby Papasan Cradle Swing
- A lifesaver! Lana loves the music and mobile.
- Happy Collection Crib Bedding by Babylicious.
- Graco Pack n Play - Doubles as a bassinet with soothing music and lights.
- Miracle Blanket
- The ultimate swaddling blanket. Helps Lana sleep through the night.
- BUMBO Baby Sitter
- An infant chair that helps baby sit up without assistance and develops core strength.
- Fisher-Price Space Saver High Chair
- Compact and neutral, it won't junk up your dining area.
- Deluxe Music In Motion Developmental Mobile
- Lana's favorite! Keeps her entertained in her crib.
- Diaper Dude Black Diaper Bag
- Diaper bags that dads actually like.
- Baby's Box of Fun: A Karen Katz Lift-the-Flap Gift Set - Interactive lift the flap books.
- Peek-A-Who?, Grow Up!, and Ready, Set, Go! board books by Nina Laden.
- Yummy Yucky and Big Little board books by Leslie Patricelli
- Baby Einstein: Mirror Me! - A great first book for baby.
- Dr. Seuss Beginner Books: Great Day for Up!, I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words, Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?, Marvin K. Mooney Will You Please Go Now!
- What Do You Say? - Helps teach toddlers animal sounds.
- Fisher-Price Little People Lift the Flap Books: Let's Go to the Zoo, Let's Go on a Class Trip, Christmastime is Here!
- Dog - Perfect for little dog lovers!
- Multi-Sensory Clutch Cube - Easy for baby to grasp and play with. Ideal for ages 3-6 months.
- Take-Along Hop 'n Pop - A portable and relatively small activity center, with fun lights and music.
- LeapFrog Learn & Groove Musical Table - Great for babies learning to stand with support.
- Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Bottles
- Great for reducing gas (in babies, not parents).
- Boon Frog Pod Bath Toy Organizer and Boon Flo Faucet Cover - Hip designs with great function.
- The Happiest Baby on the Block
- Required reading for parents of fussy babies.
- Baby Bargains
- Helpful product recommendations and safety information.
- The Girlfriends' Guide to Pregnancy
- The least scary pregnancy book I've read.
- Be Prepared: A Practical Handbook for New Dads
- A funny and helpful resource for new fathers.
- Baby 411: Clear Answers & Smart Advice for Your Baby's First Year
- What to do with the baby once you get her home.
- Aquaphor Healing Ointment - Helps with skin breakouts, dry skin, and diaper rash.
- Oxi Clean Active Stain Remover -- Amazing. Even removes prune juice stains!
- BabyAge.com - Great for crib bedding.
- BabyCenter.com - Tons of information on pregnancy.
- Baby Name Wizard - The coolest baby name tool I've found.
- Think Baby Names - Good resource for names and meanings.
- BabyNames.com - Another good source for names.
- Snoogle Total Body Pillow - Preferred by pregnant women and Rico!