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The Baby Stuff I Actually Use
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items There's a lot of gimmcky baby gear out there. Here are some of the things I've actually used as a nanny and with both my daughters. Whether you're looking for something cool and new, or looking for registry inpsiration, here's my recommendations!
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Baby's Care
On the Go
The Fun Stuff
Baby's Care
From diaper changes to naps, sick days, to bath time. Here's the best stuff for baby
I know it sounds gross, I do. But when it's 3am and your baby who has her 7th cold of the winter won't fall asleep because she can't breath, and you're about to lose your mind, you won't care. This thing works
Frida Baby NoseFrida SnotSucker Nasal Aspirator
This is a lifesaver in the middle of the night. We have two in the house in case one gets lost
iHealth No-Touch Infrared Thermometer
I'm just gonna come out and say it- I think those grass bottle drying trays are ugly. I hate them. I didn't want a big bulky bottle rack. I don't like stuff on my counter. This thing is PERFECT.
OXO Space Saving Drying Rack for Kitchen
No mess, it stays on their skin, and you don't waste tons of cream! This stuff is the BEST
Boogie Diaper Rash Cream Spray, 1.7 oz (3 Pack)
This is another one of those things you think you don't want until it's 2am, your baby has a 103 fever and refuses to swallow medicine. I promise its not as bad as it sounds
Feverall Infant Acetaminophen 80mg 3 Pack
While I haven't tried the sock, I LOVE the camera monitor. The quality is clear, it's easy to use, and it works great. An extra bonus is all the pretty colors- we have the muted sage
Owlet Cam Smart Video Baby Monitor 1080p
I love the stand, I love the little nipple scrubber inside, but most of all I love the sage color if I'm being honest. It matches my kitchen
OXO Tot Bottle Brush & Nipple Cleaner - Sage
These help keep little noses from getting raw when you're wiping them every 10 minutes
Boogie Saline Nose Wipes, 90 Count, Fresh Scent
These guys actually stay on their feet, unlike most socks
Burt's Bees Baby Organic Cotton Booties
We used this with both my girls as they learned how to use a spoon. It works great at keeping the baby food INSIDE the spoon-they can't dump it as easily. It also helps a lot with teething!
NumNum Baby Spoons Set - GOOtensils for 6+M
A smaller set to get you started
NumNum Baby Spoons Set - GOOtensils for 6+M
My youngest LOVED this chair. I loved how easily it came apart to clean. Plus, it folds completely flat with one step
Maxi-Cosi Kori 2-in-1 Baby Bouncer, Oat
These bibs are THE BEST. They cover the whole torso, they are machine washable, and they grow with baby
Tiny Twinkle Mess Proof Baby Bib - Waterproof
I must've said it a million times now, but I love everything Mushie
mushie Long Sleeve Baby Bib | Waterproof
Both my girls ended up on formula eventually for different reasons, but I only had this with my second. It was my FAVORITE thing. I would make a day's worth of milk in the morning and just pour bottles as needed all day. So much simpler.
Dr. Brown's 32oz Baby Formula Pitcher, Olive
This kept my counter neater and the scoop easy to find
Tourdeus Baby Milk Powder Container 2300ml
On the Go
No matter where you're going, this stuff will help!
I looked at a lot of strollers. I was willing to splurge for a good one. I ended up settling on the mockingbird, and 18 months later I STILL love it. It's so easy to switch the seats around, I love the canopy color options, the carseat adapter was am...
Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller 2.0
Having a pack and play is AMAZING. We use it a lot. I like this one because its simple, no fancy attachments we don't need, and it is so easy to use even the grandparents can figure it out
Graco Pack n Play Playard, Reign, Compact
This was something I didn't think about until I realized how awful the cupholders on a stroller are. This baby is a game changer
Momcozy Universal Baby Stroller Organizer
If your baby needs a dark space with no distractions to get their beauty rest, consider this blackout tent for the pack n play!
LLYWCM Crib Blackout Cover for Pack N Play
If you want to go through sand, snow, gravel, over bumps, and more- this is the stroller you need. I accidentally hit this thing with my car backing out of the garage and not seeing it was too close and it DENTED MY CAR. No damage to the stroller.
BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller
Two kids? No problem. This is our outdoor adventure stroller now that I've got two littles
BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Duallie Stroller
This was great for going out and about. I filled bottles with water, and then each section with the amount of formula I needed for a bottle
OXO Tot Formula Dispenser - Opal
The Fun Stuff
Toys, mementos, books, and more!
Both my girls learned to turn this on and put themselves back to sleep by a year old. My 4 year old still loves hers!
Fisher-Price Twinkle & Cuddle Cloud
This thing is SO easy to use, and babies love it. I used it with both my girls. It transfers easily from stroller to carseat and more
Manhattan Toy Celestial Mobile Travel Toy
This is one of those things that's so smart you'll wonder why you've never heard of it. And it does work- I've used it with both my kiddos and given it as a gift!
Pearhead Newborn Handprint & Footprint Kit