I was thinking ,while rocking Judah to sleep last night, about what I would like to have for this new baby. There's not a whole lot since this is number three and we have accumulated most everything we need. There are a few things I want though. The first one is a good swing. I have not had a swing that has done me a lick of good with either of the kids. Both were older styles, and had been given to me. This time I would like to have one that swings side to side and has a cushion in it...what a novel idea!
The next item is a Moses basket. Judah is still in a crib and our house just doesn't have room for two cribs. This basket is an ovesize length so, hopefully, will suffice for the baby until Judah is ready for a regular bed. ( the thought of that transition makes me feel a little ill) I love that it is transportable; theoretically, I can move the baby to a different room without actually disturbing their sleep.
Moby Wrap
Ring Sling
I will of course be buying another sheepskin for the baby. Judah loves his sheepskin, it is such a comfort to him. I love that anywhere we go he has the same bed to sleep on. It stays cool in the summer and keeps him warm in the winter. The only part I don't like is that it takes about 3 hours to dry in the dryer. But, the sheepskin is worth it's weight in gold to my son.
This is a kiddopotamus. A swaddler blanket, for people like me, who can't seem to swaddle their babies in a way that keeps them secure for longer than 2 minutes. I just can not do a good swaddle. I think I would really like this but am iffy. I am not iffy on whether my baby sleeps better swaddled or not, I know for a fact that it's true. And the extra effort it takes me to swaddle in the middle of the night is just way too much effort. So, that's why I think it could be a good product.
Those are the "wants" I have for this new baby. I am looking forward to tucking each item away as we buy them, all the while hoping they really are as good as I desire them to be. Feel free to leave suggestions in comments about what you have loved/couldn't live without. I am always interested in what has worked for other parents.
The next item is a Moses basket. Judah is still in a crib and our house just doesn't have room for two cribs. This basket is an ovesize length so, hopefully, will suffice for the baby until Judah is ready for a regular bed. ( the thought of that transition makes me feel a little ill) I love that it is transportable; theoretically, I can move the baby to a different room without actually disturbing their sleep.
This Moby wrap is next. I love wearing my kids and the Moby wrap seems to fit the bill. It will grow with the baby, and washing it will be a breeze. Of course a ring sling would be wonderful too. The sling I have I do.not.like period
Moby Wrap
Ring SlingI will of course be buying another sheepskin for the baby. Judah loves his sheepskin, it is such a comfort to him. I love that anywhere we go he has the same bed to sleep on. It stays cool in the summer and keeps him warm in the winter. The only part I don't like is that it takes about 3 hours to dry in the dryer. But, the sheepskin is worth it's weight in gold to my son.
This is a kiddopotamus. A swaddler blanket, for people like me, who can't seem to swaddle their babies in a way that keeps them secure for longer than 2 minutes. I just can not do a good swaddle. I think I would really like this but am iffy. I am not iffy on whether my baby sleeps better swaddled or not, I know for a fact that it's true. And the extra effort it takes me to swaddle in the middle of the night is just way too much effort. So, that's why I think it could be a good product.
Those are the "wants" I have for this new baby. I am looking forward to tucking each item away as we buy them, all the while hoping they really are as good as I desire them to be. Feel free to leave suggestions in comments about what you have loved/couldn't live without. I am always interested in what has worked for other parents.
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I'm totally struggling with what little extras to get for this baby. How do you know what they will love and what they will hate? I would hate to spend decent money on something only to find out the kids hates it, but not spend the money on something that could be a lifesaver.
I've thought about getting that swaddler thing but Gideon hated to be swaddled (very rare especially for a preemie, but her was a rare baby!) I want to get a wrap to but there are so many ones to choose from. How do you narrow it down? I guess you get what you get and pray it works.
Good post. I'll have to check out some of the other items that I never thought about.
I hope you are able to get everything you want for this little one and that they are all wonderful products!
What do you use the sheepskin for? I've never heard of that.
great list you have there! We still have most of the stuff from Kayla, so that helps.
I want a sling this time, but there are just so many out there and different types etc I'm not even sure where to start looking for one!
personally, i hated the kiddopatomus swaddler. mairi HAD to be swaddled (til like 5 months!) and while keith was a master, i sucked big time-the best thing ever, worth it's price and weight in gold really, was http://www.miracleblanket.com/
we had the kiddo one and she outgrew it way too fast, the velcro stopped being sticky after like 2 washes (which was like one day, LOL) and the miracle blanket doesn't have velcro or anything, and is just simply amazing.
JEN
I LOVE that swing. We have it and both of my boys like swinging side-to-side better.
The only swadling blanket that held my boys was the amazing miracle blanket. A friend swore by and now so do I. http://www.miracleblanket.com/index.htm
A must-have that I was given for my 2nd baby (that hadn't come out w/ it w/ my 1st) was the Bumbo seat. I used it all the time after he was about 3 months or so. http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/qid=1187506822/ref=br_1_1/601-0669154-9926505?ie=UTF8&frombrowse=1&asin=B000L9QDYW
The last thing I recommend that I LOVED (w/ having a Dec. baby) was the bundle me that you put in the carseat so you don't have to cover w/ blankets, etc. and wake baby up. http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2541398&cp=&sr=1&f=Taxonomy%2FTRUS%2F2255957&origkw=bundle+me&kw=bundle+me&parentPage=search This came in so handy all last winter.
A good sling is worth its weight in gold! I also have an ergo that I absolutely love and my son will hang out in that for a long time while I do dishes, laundry, etc. If I stop moving though he wants out.
The bumbo worked well when we traveled. I know they say it is for before they can sit up, but I still felt like he looked funny and uncomfortable in there, so I held off till he could sit up on his own and mainly used it when I needed him contained. I wish I had found this used and saved some money!
We still use our boppy and that was great for when my daughters wanted to hold the baby.
We had the FP swing and it was great and well used. It was hit or miss with the music and light show, which was no big deal to us, but I noticed a lot of friends had problems with that as well.
Good luck! I love baby shopping!
I have that swing and LOVED it!! Noah took many a naps in that for the first few months. The only downside to it is that it goes through batteries at lightening speed - small price to pay though, right?
The bumbo was a lifesaver for us especially in restaurants, although with three I don't know that you plan on dining out much. But that is what I fed him in at home until he was big enough for the booster seat.
Have you ever heard of a hooter hider? I know, crazy name, right? I buy it for anyone who is planning to nurse and everyone I know things it is the greatest invention for nursing moms ever. Not to mention adorable. You can get them here and I promise it is work the cost because of the tube in it that allows you to see the baby when no one else can, so much better than a blanket!:
http://www.mom4life.com/catalog.php?item=21&catid=3&ret=catalog.php%3Fpage%3D2%26category%3D3
We tried a swaddling blanket without much luck, but I think I want to give that a shot this time around too, every baby is different, right?
And I am hoping to get a Moses basket too. One of my friend's had one and raved about it, looks so convenient and being able to place them out of the reach of the 2 year old seems like a big bonus to me:)
The only other thing I can think of is the ultimate sheet:
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2267582&cp=&sr=1&f=Taxonomy%2FTRUS%2F2255957&origkw=ultimate+sheet&kw=ultimate+sheet&parentPage=search
You put it in the crib on top of the decorative sheet and when they have a blow out or what not you only have to snap this sheet off. And from the side you see the decorative sheet on the crib, not this because it is only of the surface. I LOVED this thing tremendously!! I plan to have at least two this time. It really is so easy.
Oh, and the big boy bed transition hasn't been that bad here. I thought it was a horrible idea, too early, but I was trying to be submissive and honestly, Justin was right this time. Still some kinks to work out but all in all I think I will be glad we did it before the baby comes. Good luck to you guys when you decide to tackle it!! It is definately a big transition.
Sorry to ramble forever. Let us know what you end up getting and what you think of it all!!
K
Love the swaddle blanket - I'll have to check out the miracle blanket that others were raving about. We were BIG swaddlers with Juli - I swear we swaddled her at bedtime until she was a year old (and she was a big baby, so it started looking a little funny :)
I will look into the moses basket - I hadn't seen that before.
What do you love about the sheepskin? I see them all the time at IKEA here and have wondered about them.
Let me know about the Moby Wrap. I want a good wrap or sling. I didn't use one last time and wish I had. I have babies that grow so ridiculously fast though, so I need one that will grow with them well.
I have that swing, except the version right before it (which is basically different material) and I LOVE that swing. I ordered mine off ebay. All the material can be taken off and washed so it's not gross to buy from someone used. I LOVE this swing. It also lays back very far and so both my boys were in it from the day I brought them home. Especially b/c it can go side to side, that helps for the younger babies.
You can email me (kiliblog@cox.net) if you have questions about that swing.
It's a great investment, I promise.
I know that if we ever have another little one; I'd like to have a Moby wrap. I have just order a made-specifically for me sling from www.divasandbabes.com and I'm waiting for it to come in the mail!!! The ladies are absolutely wonderful! I emailed them with my concerns and they emailed me back same day and were absolutely the best customer service I have ever had! I'll be posting a pic of Olyvia and I using ours when we get it!!!
That sheepskin sounds wonderful! Where did you get it and where do you think I can get one?
Olyvia never really cared for her swing, she preferred to be held.
Oh, a Moses basket!!! I wanted one of those, but didn't know where to find one. lol
Steve was always better at swaddling than I was, but next time (if there is one) I will practice tons and get it down pat. I never had a swaddler for Olyvia; so I'm not sure how they work. I just used her receiving blankets. lol
Hugs,
Eden
I have a friend who swears by her peanut shell sling.
I had that FP aquarium sling in the smaller portable size, which was great since my baby had colic and I could take the swing with me.
I loved my gemstone nursing necklace and still wear it.
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