I work as an infant teacher and these are my recs as a teacher as well as a mama to a little. I enjoy seeing new baby products with each child I have. And I would love to share it with you all.
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Sleeping 😴
Bottles & Pacifiers
Cups
Feeding & Bottle Warmers
Diaper Changing
Toys 🧸
Sleeping 😴
Things that made my babies comfortable while sleeping and kept them safe.
If you are looking for a dupe to the more expensive brand, here it is.
BubblePanda Bamboo Rayon Sleep Sack 6-12M
Perfect way to keep track of baby while they sleep!
Owlet Dream Duo Smart Baby Monitor with Sock & 2K HD Cam
Simple everyday crib sheets for baby crib mattress. Extremely soft!
KeaBabies 2-Pack Organic Crib Sheets 52x28
These are so cute! Love the neutral color and design
I used these bottles with my son and he absolutely loved them.
Lansinoh Anti-Colic Baby Bottles for Breastfeeding Babies, Formula Feeding, Breast Milk Storage - Medium Flow Nipples (Size 3M) - 8oz/3pk
These are probably the most popular bottles I have seen as a childcare worker. Parents love them! It doesn’t have many parts either so they’re easy to clean.
Phillips Avent Natural Baby Bottle with Natural Response Nipple Newborn Gift Set - 17pc
Hands down one of my favorite brands for bottles. Anticolic with natural feeling nipple!
Best way to keep baby entertained during diaper changes!
Skip Hop Oat Changing Pad
This comes in handy when you don’t want to get your hands messy from diaper cream!
Frida Baby Silicone Diaper Rash Cream Booty Brush, Blue
Toys 🧸
Things to help your baby reach their fine and gross motor skills.
Teethers but make it educational✨!
Moonkie Stacks of Circles Soft Teething Toy
Makes teething so much easier to navigate.
Moonkie Silicone Press Phone Teething Toy 3M+
A great way to keep baby content while on the go. Also a great comfort toy for soothing.
Activity Toy: Link Love - Fun & Educational Toy for Kids | Itzy Ritzy®
We’ve used this a lot with my babies, they love it & it keeps them busy!
Skip Hop Baby Activity Center, 3-Stage, 4mo+
I currently use this for my babies and it has been a life saver! They can walk around it and discover different things to do. Great way to keep them stimulated and content!
Baby Einstein Around We Grow 4-in-1 Walker
Amazing way to motivate baby to do tummy time or even learning to crawl & roll over.
Fisher-Price Glow & Grow Kick and Play Gym - Blue
Formula
Formulas I have personally used with my littles & they loved.
Highly rated formula! I highly recommend due to it being organic
Kendamil Organic Infant Formula Powder - 28.2oz
Great organic substitute for formula!
ByHeart Infant Formula Powder – Gentle, Easy-to-Digest – Made with Organic, Grass-Fed Whole Milk - 24oz
My son had a sensitive tummy and spit up a lot. This formula was the best option for him in helping that. He loved it!
Enfamil NeuroPro Gentlease Powder Infant Formula - 27.4oz
When I formula fed my son this came in handy to prepare his milk ahead of time in order to save on time. It was extremely helpful once he started childcare.
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula Mixing Pitcher, Adjustable Stopper/Locking Lid/No-Drip Spout, Blue 36oz, 1 Pack
Books 📕
Storytime is so important for babies and these books are perfect for keeping them engaged.
So stinking cute! My baby loved this book.
You're My Little Sunshine (Board Book)
Hygiene
The best products to keep your baby clean, and moisturized. Sensitive skin friendly
Great diaper cream but can be used as an everyday moisturizer!
Esembly Organic Diaper Balm, 4oz, Baby Skin
Great for sensitive skin!
Pipette Baby Bath Wash Gift Set - Shampoo & Lotion - 17.5 fl oz/2ct
Great for minor rashes or after BM. Also great for dry skin relief. I used it for just about everything!
Theres so many options for diaper bags but these are my favorite and are not only stylish but functional, having lots of space to take things on the go.
For the moms who want style and functionality, this is perfect!
mommore Small Diaper Backpack with Insulated Pockets
Lots of compartments and storage for bottles!
CEI-CEI Neoprene Diaper Bag Backpack with Insulated Pockets & Changing Pad
Stylist and neutral! Can be used as a diaper bag for both genders
Flap Top Diaper Backpack - Cognac - Cloud Island™
This bag is amazing! Specifically for portable breast pumps.
Jaffzora Breast Pump Bag w/ Cooler & Mat
Teething
Teething can be a tough time for infants but these things helped my baby feel a bit of relief.
I highly recommend as a mom and infant teacher. It has that jelly feel but is very sturdy.
Frida Baby Not-Too-Cold-To-Hold Teether - 3ct
Lounging / Tummy Time
Tummy time and being on the floor is so important for babies in order to master rolling over & crawling. I highly recommend these for not just relaxing but to motivate them to move their bodies.
Super cute and fun way to incorporate tummy time or motivate crawling in your baby. It gives them so many toys to grab and reach for in order to get their attention!
Ingenuity Cozy Spot Reversible Duvet Activity Gym with Wooden Toy Bar - Loamy
The perfect swing that glides baby but at a reasonable price point
Baby Trend Nu-Motion Infinity Swing with Interactive Display - Midnight Black
Health
I had the original snot sucker but this one is so much better, easier to clean but still gentle for baby.
Nosefrida Self Driving Electric Snot Sucker
The exact saline mist I used with my son when he was sick! Helped get rid of the congestion and was perfect used with an aspirator.
Little Remedies Saline Nasal Mist for Babies Stuffy Noses - 3 fl oz