Shower Hug
Made with knit terry velour, The Shower Hug provides support and relief for sore breasts. Originally invented for use in the shower, this bra also provides relief for engorged breasts, and it’s a great source of comfort and relief for those who are recovering from C-sections (worn around the hips). The Shower Hug comes in three sizes and two colors: slate blue and petal pink. $27.95. www.belmamaandcherub.com.
Snap Cozy Crib Blanket
Snap Cozy is a blanket designed to stay on baby throughout the night. The blanket promotes back sleeping, yet allows the infant to move legs and arms comfortably, without feeling restrained. The blanket fastens to most standard cribs and is adjustable for babies 0-12 months. $79.99. www.snapcozy.com.
Bumpil On the Way Pillow
The Bumpil On the Way Pillow is a multifunction pillow with provides support to the mother’s changing body during pregnancy. Upon baby’s arrival, the pillow can be used as an infant feeding support, a baby positioning aid, a tummy-time pillow, and it also converts to an infant area. $64.99. www.bumpil.com.
Keep-it-Kleen Pacifier
The Keep-it-Kleen pacifier has a built-in shield that closes instantly when dropped, so Mom and Dad don’t have to worry about germs. $5.99. www.razbaby.com.
Buckle-Pals Seatbelt Strap Holders
Buckle-Pals seatbelt holder system holds seatbelt straps aside while a child is seated in his/her car seat. The design solves the dilemma of having to search beneath and behind your seated child for the seatbelt straps. Buckle-Pals are designed to fit universally to convertible car seats and also traditional high chairs. $11.99 for a two-pack. www.littlebumblebaby.com.
Teething Bling Jewelry
Inspired by babies who like to tug on jewelry, Teething Bling pendants and matching bangles mimic real gemstones such as coral and jade, but are actually made from a food-safe, federally-approved, phthalate, lead and toxic-free silicone so they are safe for curious babies to handle and chew. $19.10. www.smartmomjewelry.com.
Belli Skin Care
The Belli Pregnancy line includes Acne Clearing Facial Wash ($22), Elasticity Belly Oil ($42), Skin Smoothing Body Exfoliator ($24), All Day Moisture Body Lotion ($25) and Foot Relief Cream ($18). The Belli Motherhood line includes Stretchmark Minimizing Cream ($52), Body Firming Serum ($34), Pure Comfort Nursing Cream ($12), and Surgical Scar Reducer ($34). www.belliskincare.com.
SwaddleKeeper
The SwaddleKeeper is a wrap with Velcro fasteners that keeps your baby’s swaddled receiving blanket in place. The SwaddleKeeper also comes with padded head support, made from organic cotton batting, to cradle baby’s head and neck. Head support also helps to keep the newborn in the “back to sleep” position, which decreases the risk of (SIDS). Additionally, a V-shaped leg opening allows newborns to kick and stretch their little legs, encouraging proper hip and leg development. Comes in fun, bright cottons, super soft cotton flannels or plush bubble fleece fabrics. $25.95-$30. www.swaddlekeeper.com.
Books
Pregnancy & Childbirth Secrets
Author Gail Dahl’s goal with “Pregnancy & Childbirth Secrets” was to uncover the mysteries of childbirth. When Dahl gave birth to her daughter 12 years ago, she found very little information available. “There was such limited information about what to do in the delivery room,” Dahl says. “Many of the books talk about what to expect during pregnancy or when a child grows, but not really about the birthing itself. What does exist is written by doctors or nurses, not by mothers who have been there.” $19.95.
Baby Face: Celebrating Your Pregnancy and Baby with Beautiful Photo Crafts
Barbara Smith’s new book, “Baby Face: Celebrating Your Pregnancy and Baby with Beautiful Photo Crafts,” teaches parents how to unleash their creative power with the help of their computer to create shower invitations, birth announcements and more. $21.95.
Mom’s Ultimate Family Organizer: A One-Stop Planner for Busy Moms
Inside this sturdy binder is a system for managing motherhood: calendar pages to keep track of family members’ schedules, directory pages to locate everyone from the kindergarten teacher to the carpet cleaner and planning pages for birthday parties or the family vacation. Helpful sticky notes and tear-out lists make it easy to stay organized, while survival tips and tricks from real moms offer encouragement. $24.95.
Milestones and More: A Quick Reference and Charting Guide for Your Child’s First Six Years
This comprehensive book is written to guide parents of newborns through the developmental stages of their child’s first six years. Written by a pediatric occupational therapist and mother of four, Penny Schneithorst, this resource fits into most purses or diaper bags for reference anywhere. $21.95.
Bad Baby Names
This hilarious book by Michael Sherrod and Matthew Rayback lists some of worst, yet shockingly real, names documented by U.S. Census reports. A few highlights: Acne Fountain, Lust T. Castle, Mary A. Jerk, Fanny Whiffer, Emma Royd, Noble Butt and Naught E. Bishop. $9.95. |