Things I wish I had when my Babies were Small: Safety and Convenience Edition
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Safe and Convenient Items I Wish Were Available When I Was in the "Having Babies" Stage:
It's been a minute since my kids were tiny. They have grown to teens, tweens, and big kids. Btw, time is a thief!
There are so many safe and convenient products that have come out since I was a new mom that I really wish I had been able to use when they were so little and helpless and precious!
When your baby is little, you'll want to make sure that they're safe and comfortable, but also that it doesn't make it harder on you as the parent. This means creating a safe sleeping environment and dressing them in clothes that are both cute and functional. It also means making sure they have a secure car seat with a stroller that is user friendly so you can take them on trips without worrying about whether or not they're going to be safe in the event of an accident, and that you don't have to take up too much space with a bulky stroller.
Of course I had the car seats and sleepers and crib, etc., but times have changed and I wanted to share a few items that would have made life a bit easier.
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Sleepers: So convenient with no need to swaddle your wiggly baby. I always struggle with the swaddle blankets. My littles' arms would come popping out in no time at all. I would have felt more comfortable knowing they were secure and safely sleeping.
(image via amazon)
Bassinet/Bedside Sleeper: These come from a small business which I am so happy about supporting! This bed reminds me of after having a baby in the hospital... but waaaayyyy better! The bed rolls right over to you for easier access to baby. It has mesh sides for breathability and the height is adjustable! Check out their reviews too! I am drooling over the modern look and simplicity. Their attention to baby's safety is something to not look over as well.
(image via amazon)
Car Seat/Stroller: This rear-facing infant car seat turns to a stroller in seconds! Are you kidding me?? Not only is the safety there along with amazing ratings, this product is a game changer when it comes to taking baby out of the house, out of the car, etc. It's an all-in-one and will save you time and energy trying to get baby out, get the stroller out of the trunk (you won't need a stroller in the trunk with this! Huge space saver), unlatch and set up the stroller, and put the car seat with your baby in the stroller. Just take the car seat out, wheels and all, set up the stroller all while baby is still safely snug in their car seat and you are good to go!
I wish you all the best in your parenthood journey! Enjoy them when they're little and help yourself with the convenience and peace of mind of their safety.
-Emily B, Little Teether