Isn't it crazy to think that yet ANOTHER year has passed us by..
I feel like this past year was so quick!
Probably because I was pregnant and had a toddler as my sidekick for the majority of the year but also because we have been busy!!!
Even though I LOVE the magic of Christmas I do look forward to the new year.. January specifically. It is the month where everything is fresh. You have a fresh start to the NEW year.. I love starting my Goals come January and transforming each year into a better me.
Each year I do a product review of baby products..( I have been doing them since Jax was a baby so it's neat to see how much things have evolved over the past two years!) I am sure with the next baby they will come out with more and more items that are total must haves as well! A few of my mom friends have asked me about some of my favorite products so I have compiled them into a big list that will explain -in detail- about each product. I will also provide a link so that you can shop the product as well!!!
* No I don't get compensated if you shop through my blog.. I just do the linking to make it easier for you :) Maybe one day I will be THAT cool like all of those other big time bloggers!!*
Thank you for reading :)
Onto the review!!!
Baby Product Review 2018
1. Wildbird Ring Sling: ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PRODUCT!! I am very into baby wearing and have explored quite a few of the baby wearing options. I have the K'taan, Tula, and now I have added the ring sling to my collection. I love the fabrics.. they come in an array of textures, patterns, and colors. Made from organic material and super breathable, this is a total must! It holds your baby very snug and close, you can carry a newborn-toddler, and they offer really neat tutorials on how to baby wear on their instagram page and website. I will Link the website below.
2. Tula Explore: This is the new and improved Tula. While I love what the ring slings have to offer when it comes to a nice fit and a snuggly baby, The TULA offers the best support. If you baby wear often, need something to travel through the airport with, or are carrying a larger child then this is the best option for you. The great thing about the Tula Explore that the old Tula didn't offer is that now you can forward face your baby! My baby loves to see what is going on when we are out and about so this is a GREAT option for them. If I am going on a long shopping trip or to the grocery store this is the baby wearing device that I grab because it gives me the best support and never hurts my back!!!!
3. Skip Hop Changing Pad: I know that most people won't think twice about a changing mat being an exceptional baby product but honestly I could not love this more!!!! I chose to not go with a traditional changing station in my baby's nursery but instead a regular dresser that a changing pad could fit atop. I love this one specifically because it DOES NOT SLIDE. It has that rubber material that is both easy for cleanup ( ew), and for sturdiness on any surface. You can easily pack it up and take it to go with you if you are traveling, and it has a pretty little mobile on top that keeps baby distracted while you are changing baby!! Great price point too! Love this!
Shop Changing Pad HERE
Shop Changing Pad HERE
4. Skip Hop Activity Center: AHH!! I love this little activity gym!! It is so cute AND neutral colors for those of you who hate the bright and bulky baby toys ...ahem me. It has tons of learning toys and keeps baby entertained!! I love how it isn't so bulky that you can also fit it in a small tucked away corner if you need to. Great Product!!!
Shop Activity Center HERE
5. Bamboo Spoons and Bowls: Since starting foods with JL I have recently purchased some new spoons because our old ones were just sort of yucky from all the wear and tear with baby number 1. I had been eyeing these little spoons in a few of my local baby boutique stores but found them online for a tiny bit cheaper. They come in a pack of 6, are BPA FREE, made of bamboo, MAKE GREAT TEETHER TOYS, and fit nicely into babes mouth while eating. I really like these BUT the one downfall is that they are NOT dishwasher safe.. so something to think about. I really like them though!
Shop Spoons HERE
6. The Uppa Baby Vista: I had this stroller with Jax but since having baby number two we added the second rumbler seat!! IF you are contemplating getting a travel system and are planning on having children closely spaced I truly encourage you to look into this stroller system!! It is NOT cheap but it is of amazing quality, travels SO well, and is the easiest stroller to snap up and go. I would truly never have any other stroller because I love this one so much. The Uppababy can allow up to three children to ride along ( the oldest child would ride on a snap n go step). I have the grey color but they come out with the most GORGEOUS colors each year. I am totally loving the beautiful navy one :) anyways, if you haven't already searched for a stroller system please look into this one!!!
Shop Stroller HERE
7. Beaba' Cook: A truly luxurious baby food maker!! As a mom who LIVES in the kitchen...truly.. this was a must for me. I love to make food for my family so I knew that when it came time to make baby food for my kids that I would do it myself. I obviously buy pouches here and there and have NO shame in feeding them store bought stuff but there is just something in my heart that loves to do this. With that said I have had both the baby bullet system and the Beaba'. I LOVE the Beaba' because it is an all in one system vs the baby bullet that has a million parts. The Beaba' Steams and purees all within the touch of a button!!! It fits perfectly in my pantry and is very easy to clean. All wins for me!!!! I have the color cloud but it comes in a variety of colors as well!!!
Shop Beaba HERE
8. Dock A Tot: I could truly go on about the Dock forever!!! My baby LOVES this product..and honestly so do I. I truly feel like it had so much to do with the way he slept. My other son did not have this and I so wish we had because I feel like we all would have slept a bit better. We travel with this product, wash it weekly, and even do tummy and activity time in it!!! We have the Dock A Tot Deluxe and definitely plan on using this with baby number three in the future!
Shop Dock A Tot HERE
9. Baby Bijorn Boucer: I love this bouncer so much because it FOLDS up TINY!!! All the moms with ALLLL the baby gear are saying AMEN to a tiny fold up!!!! Seriousy this bouncer travels with us wherever we go because it can easily be used to feed baby in, let baby play, and you can tap it with your toe and baby MIGHT fall asleep :) I have the black one but this comes in a neutral tan color as well. JL used this from newborn and still uses it daily!!! I just move it around the house!!!
Shop Bouncer HERE
10. Inglesenia High Chair: This is a great product if you have a large bar or counter top space! Jax already uses a high chair and I didn't want two baby chairs cluttering up our breakfast room so I decided to order this clip on and it actually works out great because not only is it a convenient feeding space but also HE LOVES to sit and play toys up there or watch mommy while she cooks :) We interact a lot in this little chair and it doesn't make a big fuss or statement amidst your home decor.
Shop Clip on Chair HERE
11. NANIT: If you are looking for a fantastic monitor system then I encourage you to do your research on the NANIT! I love love love how I can watch my babies from my phone. I went out of state for a wedding and I watched Jax sleeping soundly each and every night and it truly eased my mind. The Nanit offers "Insights" which you do have to subscribe to and it tells you how your baby is sleeping at night, the sleep patterns, bedtime consistency and so forth. You can add up to four cameras and you can allow anyone to have access ( like a grandparent or babysitter). The Nanit is also encrypted with a safety code so that NOBODY WEIRD can access your WIFI or camera. This was important to me!!! This is not a cheap product but I really think it addresses ALOT Of parental concerns when it comes to a baby monitor!! I love ours!
Shop Nannit HERE
12. Hatch Nursery: This is basically a sound spa on steroids. There is an app that comes with it so you can control the different settings straight from your phone!! I love this because it has different sounds, different colors ( ex. the bedtime sound can be different than the morning wake time sound) <---- Which can be great.. especially if you have an early to rise toddler! It can help them with associating songs with the timing that is appropriate to rise out of bed. Its super relaxing and you can also control the brightness and color settings. It's a neat product and both of my babies have one in their rooms!!!!!
Shop Nursery Light HERE
Shop Activity Center HERE
5. Bamboo Spoons and Bowls: Since starting foods with JL I have recently purchased some new spoons because our old ones were just sort of yucky from all the wear and tear with baby number 1. I had been eyeing these little spoons in a few of my local baby boutique stores but found them online for a tiny bit cheaper. They come in a pack of 6, are BPA FREE, made of bamboo, MAKE GREAT TEETHER TOYS, and fit nicely into babes mouth while eating. I really like these BUT the one downfall is that they are NOT dishwasher safe.. so something to think about. I really like them though!
Shop Spoons HERE
6. The Uppa Baby Vista: I had this stroller with Jax but since having baby number two we added the second rumbler seat!! IF you are contemplating getting a travel system and are planning on having children closely spaced I truly encourage you to look into this stroller system!! It is NOT cheap but it is of amazing quality, travels SO well, and is the easiest stroller to snap up and go. I would truly never have any other stroller because I love this one so much. The Uppababy can allow up to three children to ride along ( the oldest child would ride on a snap n go step). I have the grey color but they come out with the most GORGEOUS colors each year. I am totally loving the beautiful navy one :) anyways, if you haven't already searched for a stroller system please look into this one!!!
Shop Stroller HERE
7. Beaba' Cook: A truly luxurious baby food maker!! As a mom who LIVES in the kitchen...truly.. this was a must for me. I love to make food for my family so I knew that when it came time to make baby food for my kids that I would do it myself. I obviously buy pouches here and there and have NO shame in feeding them store bought stuff but there is just something in my heart that loves to do this. With that said I have had both the baby bullet system and the Beaba'. I LOVE the Beaba' because it is an all in one system vs the baby bullet that has a million parts. The Beaba' Steams and purees all within the touch of a button!!! It fits perfectly in my pantry and is very easy to clean. All wins for me!!!! I have the color cloud but it comes in a variety of colors as well!!!
Shop Beaba HERE
8. Dock A Tot: I could truly go on about the Dock forever!!! My baby LOVES this product..and honestly so do I. I truly feel like it had so much to do with the way he slept. My other son did not have this and I so wish we had because I feel like we all would have slept a bit better. We travel with this product, wash it weekly, and even do tummy and activity time in it!!! We have the Dock A Tot Deluxe and definitely plan on using this with baby number three in the future!
Shop Dock A Tot HERE
9. Baby Bijorn Boucer: I love this bouncer so much because it FOLDS up TINY!!! All the moms with ALLLL the baby gear are saying AMEN to a tiny fold up!!!! Seriousy this bouncer travels with us wherever we go because it can easily be used to feed baby in, let baby play, and you can tap it with your toe and baby MIGHT fall asleep :) I have the black one but this comes in a neutral tan color as well. JL used this from newborn and still uses it daily!!! I just move it around the house!!!
Shop Bouncer HERE
10. Inglesenia High Chair: This is a great product if you have a large bar or counter top space! Jax already uses a high chair and I didn't want two baby chairs cluttering up our breakfast room so I decided to order this clip on and it actually works out great because not only is it a convenient feeding space but also HE LOVES to sit and play toys up there or watch mommy while she cooks :) We interact a lot in this little chair and it doesn't make a big fuss or statement amidst your home decor.
Shop Clip on Chair HERE
11. NANIT: If you are looking for a fantastic monitor system then I encourage you to do your research on the NANIT! I love love love how I can watch my babies from my phone. I went out of state for a wedding and I watched Jax sleeping soundly each and every night and it truly eased my mind. The Nanit offers "Insights" which you do have to subscribe to and it tells you how your baby is sleeping at night, the sleep patterns, bedtime consistency and so forth. You can add up to four cameras and you can allow anyone to have access ( like a grandparent or babysitter). The Nanit is also encrypted with a safety code so that NOBODY WEIRD can access your WIFI or camera. This was important to me!!! This is not a cheap product but I really think it addresses ALOT Of parental concerns when it comes to a baby monitor!! I love ours!
Shop Nannit HERE
12. Hatch Nursery: This is basically a sound spa on steroids. There is an app that comes with it so you can control the different settings straight from your phone!! I love this because it has different sounds, different colors ( ex. the bedtime sound can be different than the morning wake time sound) <---- Which can be great.. especially if you have an early to rise toddler! It can help them with associating songs with the timing that is appropriate to rise out of bed. Its super relaxing and you can also control the brightness and color settings. It's a neat product and both of my babies have one in their rooms!!!!!
Shop Nursery Light HERE
Okay y'all I truly could go on and on with the baby products..I just wanted to list a few of my NEW favorites from my newest baby :) I really love and am passionate about everything I use with my kiddos so I hope someone else gets ideas from my list! I plan on doing a separate post on my favorite baby clothing brands, swaddles, burp cloths, ect :)!!!!
Beaba NeoCook 2018
Dock A Tot
Hatch Nursery
Wild Bird Ring Sling
Baby Bjorn
Uppa Baby Vista
Used as a single
Used as a rumble with the purchase of the second rumbler seat.
Skip Hop Changing Pad
Nanit
** It even alerts you when your two year old climbs out of his crib :)
Explore Tula
Inglesenia Clip On Chair
