Its that time in my life when the 'when are you having another baby' chatter seems to be a regular occurrence. Well we are on it- FYI but it got me thinking..
I will feel so very blessed if we are able to create another healthy & happy new person- this time around it just feels different.. more relaxed, more knowledgeable and more prepared. I think i would make a lot of the same decisions in the purchases i made but the market changes and with these fun and creative new products on the scene i wanted to share my new favourites. For any first time moms-to-be, check these out too!
This got me thinking- What would i do differently?...Well- LOTS (But that's another post) - so for now i gathered a list of 15 items that i would purchase for the NEXT baby- which will come when we are ready...
From big to small.. a lot of these items are new and maybe some of them were around with my first but i didn't know about them and now having lived through it, I've learnt a lot and ill be packin' these items on my wish list for Baby #2!
15 REALLY COOL BABY ITEMS ILL BE 'WISHLISTING' FOR BABY #2
(if and when...)
1.
Nursing is a world of its own - but you don't always want everyone around you invited!
This nursing cover is amazing, its light weight & multi-purpose - AMAZING. It can be used for a fashionable scarf, car seat cover, shopping cart cover and of course nursing. Its a MUST-HAVE from the company 'Covered Goods' . I have tried my fair share of others but this one takes the cake!
Covered Goods Nursing cover
2.
Keeping with the nursing theme is this relatively new Buckwheat nursing pillow.
The theory is the filling is more natural and provides more support for baby during nursing. Although heavy- i think they are great for the 'Busty Endowed' as its not overstuffed like so many nursing pillows.
Something id be happy to try out as the first time around my original 'boppy' didn't quite cut it
3.
For the nursing momma- even getting dressed in the morning can be frustrating with having to make selections for 'nursing appropriate' wear..
Here in Canada- its cold. So add layers of clothing to the already difficult task of nursing and you get one frustrated, hot and leaky mom!
This is genius. A hoodie that is made for nursing. As if that isn't already the dress-code of Canadian moms. I appreciate this one lifts up instead of pulls down or zips open so you still feel modest and can stay cozy. Its not ALL about baby...
4.
For all that effort of pumping or making bottles, heating them up is the other half of the work.. if i had known about this-oh lordy. how great!
This On-The-Go Bottle Warmer is awesome for road trips, and seeing as we are living in the country and takes us awhile to get anywhere, i could always be prepared. It plugs into your vehicle and uses its battery-efficient and fantastic!
5.
This is on my 'wishlist' as it has a hefty price tag (for us) but is oh-so-great! and technically we already do have a (heavy) but very safe peg perego car seat but this one...drool...
It has all the great safety features and is already light to be easy on your ever growing mom muscles.
I will hope, and wish, and pray ... how sweet hu?
6.
This next one is a MUST-HAVE for all nurseries, we had a cool mist humidifier that was well loved but too large, cumbersome and on its way out. It definitely not as cute so this is one.
I may even grab one of these for my toddlers room. This cool mist humidifier helps babes breath and assists with the dry air here up north. How fun you can get it to match your decor as well.
7.
With baby #2 will come a lot less sitting and rocking so wearing baby would be most practical.
I have heard wonderful things about this Baby Hawk Carrier and the cute patterns can't be beat. I think this is essential when you are balancing toddler hood and infancy.
8.
I have learnt my fair share of the hazards and environmental impacts of disposable diapers and my husband and i feel like we are up to the challenge of cloth diapering the next time around.
It seems like lots of work but healthier and more natural- after all that's the only choice they had for generations and it can't be THAT bad... also supporting a Canadian company sounds really nice.
win win.
9.
Boon Spoon? Hello- yes please. All boon stuff is cute and convenient. These tiny little gadgets are smart.smart.smart. fill them with your own baby food and it serves as transport and feeding. I love this - its amazing the simple things that change in baby gear from year to year. And why didn't i think of this? Genius.
10.
2 words. Portable Bassinet. you had me at portable.
This gadget is perfection. I love that you can easily move it around, it takes up way less space than a playpen and it can be easily transported around the house, vacation or camping too! It can be used for that first few months in your room and traveling too. Again a must for baby #2!
11.
I'm sure you have heard this of this one if you have ever googled anything baby.
The 4MOMS, MamaRoo is quite possibly the smartest baby swing ever. A dear friend bought hers on the spot when her crying baby was instantly lulled by its magic powers.
It has So many options to customize the 'ride' for baby and you can play a play list you like by hooking up your i-device. Its modern design can't be beat - If only they had one for adults :(
12.
First time i used this on my toddler i was seduced by its sweet orangecicle scent.
It makes skin oh so soft and its not only a baby wash & shampoo, its for everyone in the house. And its actually a great time saver and works remarkably well.
I wish i had learnt of this sooner, its now a safe stable in our home and with all the
Johnson & Johnson controversy, I'm glad we have switched and i won't be going back
13.
Women love bags- that's no secret and its even more of a reason to choose the right diaper bag.
I am NOT a backpack girl but if we are talking potentially about life with a running toddler and stationary baby, hands free is the only option.
This bag is a bit of a hybrid, it can be worn either way and can be held well on the stroller too. I think its a great option- one i would have been happy to trade my 1st time around huge lululemon bag for this efficient and multi- use diaper bag
14.
New babies deserve new soothers. Purchasing smarter and wiser ill be trying these natural rubber soothers. Less toxins to worry about and i like the retro feel. As all moms know these babies get lost before they wear out so make sure to pair it with a cute pacifier clip.
15.
This product is something i also discovered recently past the infancy years.
Baby socks that actually stay on! what a concept- you probably don't even believe its true.
(As if there isn't anything as cute as a tiny little baby sock that could cuddle a chicken nugget)
These little socks aren't cheap but I'm sure you could find a deal on amazon and if your loosing socks all the time and buying replacements, then maybe these cute little ones even out.
