Easter Baskets Ideas for Toddlers

Easter is in just a couple of days, but thanks to Amazon Prime, you can get any of these items shipped to you, for free, in just TWO DAYS!

Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

So your busy toddler kept you from actually doing any Christmas shopping? Or maybe you forgot about someone until the last minute. No worries! Here's my recommendations for 7 amazing last-minute (thank you Amazon Prime!) Christmas gifts! All items are IN STOCK and available for FREE TWO-DAY shipping. 

1. TILE. Perfect for that person who constantly loses their keys. Or purse. Or diaper bag. Just get one for everyone, aren't we all looking for "something"?
2. SONY DSLR Camera. great starter camera for someone who wants to get serious about picture taking. Or you just want to stop shelling out a couple hundred bucks for professional pictures of your precious baby.
3. PACKIT Freezer Bag (multiple colors and patterns). Great for a pumping mom. Or any mom. Or dad. Or anyone who likes to go on picnics!
4. Duck & Goose It's Time for Christmas Board Book. All kids needs a copy of this. Seriously.
5. BOSE SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker (multiple colors). Your husband needs this NOW. Great sound. Small speaker. Easy to use!
6. JJ Cole Outdoor Blanket (multiple colors). It folds into its own little briefcase and couldn't be better for days in the park, or keeping your infant away from nasty floor germs (know someone staying in a hotel during the holidays?)
7. A Woman's War. Don't know what to get grandpa or grandma? This beautiful photography book captures life during WWII. It's sure to be a hit with anyone born prior to 1960. 

Hope you all have an easy, stress-free Christmas. Don't forget, Amazon can wrap your gifts, too! Because isn't $3.95 worth your sanity on Christmas Eve? YES.

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PREGNANCY CARE PACKAGE

Originally posted: 02/17/2014

A little less than a year ago, shortly after I told her I was pregnant, my sister sent me a pregnancy care package (read about it here:  Sharing the News, Part One).

So when my sister-in-law announced she was pregnant, I packed up my maternity clothes for her to borrow and then sent her a pregnancy care package of some of my favorites items from my pregnancy:

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1)  earth mama angel baby body butter. 
My mom gave me this and I loved the way it smelled, very natural smelling and it made me happy when I was sometimes feeling nauseous.

2) pregnancy countdown book. 
A page for every day, what more could you ask for?!

3) preggie pop drops. 
Yummy little candies you can discreetly pop in your mouth when you're feeling a little vomit-y, or you just want something yummy! My sister included these so I carried on the tradition.

4) saltines. 
They are the best for upset tummies and for people who like salt.

5) bra extenders. 
You can keep wearing all your beloved bras even as your chest is expanding with these great invention!

6) tums. 
I had heartburn from the moment of conception. Tums were a esophagus saver!

It was so fun to pass along a "sisterly" tradition!


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Gift Guide: Father's Day

Father's Day is Sunday June 21st!
Here are some super easy gift ideas, all available from Amazon (with free 2-day shipping via Prime!)

Just Click and Order!

My Practical Pick:

tile (for dads that lose their keys)

For the Music Lover:

X-Mini Portable Speaker

Guitar Ice Cube Tray

For the Well-Dressed Dad:

Cole Haan Leather Belt

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Academy Flat Front Chino Short

For the Golfing Dad:

Nike Golf Belt Set

Nike Golf Men's Longsleeve Polo

For the Athletic Dad:

FitBit Flex

OGIO Crunch Duffel Bag

For the Sentimental Dad:

"Daddy Hugs" book

SONY video camera

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EVERY MOTHER COUNTS

Looking for a great gift idea for the mom in your life?
Try shopping here: http://everymothercounts.org/pages/shop

All of these companies have partnered with EVERY MOTHER COUNTS to provide safe and healthy pregnancies and births for women around the world.

One of my best friends just became a new mom yesterday and I immediately knew that I wanted to get her an EVERY MOTHER COUNTS product to welcome her to mommyhood. I know that she'll love the fact that it's helping other moms, too.

MAKE EVERY PURCHASE COUNT

Gift Ideas for a New Mom

So your friend/daughter/sister/cousin just had a baby and you want to get her something nice and useful. I used to always get flowers, baby clothes, or baby toiletries. As a recent new mom myself, I now know that there are lots of other things that a new mom would love.
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Here are some ideas for that special new mom in your life:

Lactation Cookies

Cookies are delicious, they help your milk supply, and give you energy/calories you need to take care of baby!
I recommend: MilkMakers Cookies.

Mom's New Toys

I now know that despite the hundred things you register for and are generously given or purchase before baby comes can not possibly encompass all of the things you'll need (or want) once she arrives. About seven months ago, I thought we had everything in the world and more. We DO have so much that we truly appreciate. But sometimes you just want something else, something to make life easier, or better!

Here are some of my new toys to make taking care of baby easier and better (most of these were birthday gifts):