Favorite Things
I’ve quickly discovered a few of my favorite things. (I mean, other than raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens.)
Graco Pack ‘n Play® Playard with Newborn Napper®
First, after having to be plugged into the biliblanket for several days we learned how convenient and useful the Pack ‘n Play is. Rather than unplug her, hike her upstairs, replug her and put her to bed each night we simply slept downstairs in the living room with her. Andy likes to fall asleep on the couch watching TV anyway so it worked out beautifully! Kayden slept in the super soft, removable bassinet part of the Pack ’n Play . The removable changing station and diaper stacker is so handy to have nearby. I added a plastic bag next to the diaper stacker and have the top portion of the napping station (below the bassinet and changing station) packed with extra diapers, wipes, hand sanitizer, blankets and pacifiers. Makes it VERY easy to tend to her needs in the middle of the night because everything you need is right there.
Total Baby Application for my iPhone
At first I wondered if it would be worth the $4.99 for this app. I still have quite a lot left on my gift card from last Christmas but I’m forever a cheap frugal girl and think carefully before buying apps, especially since there are so many good free ones out there. This one was definitely worth it.
I didn’t think it would be all that difficult to remember when I last fed and changed Kayden, but after a few nights of little to no sleep I’m lucky to wake up knowing her name let alone what time I fed her, for how long and from which side she nursed. So yes, this handy app is wonderful; you can track all that and more with just a click of a button – diaper changing (what time, if she was wet/dirty/both), feeding (which side nursing/bottle/food), nap times, bath times, other timers.
Additionally, it tracks doctor appointments, growth, vaccines, allergies, milestones and even has a journaling function. It also allows you to export data via e-mail or sync/backup/restore via Wi-Fi connection. I don’t use the app to its full capabilities at this time but I do love it.
Munchkin: Jelly Bean® Reversible Sling
This sling is awesome! I just got it out of the package yesterday and already love it. Kayden is comforted by being close to me and it allows me to keep my hands free to type, do housework, eat, etc. My hypnobirthing instructor said they are great for breastfeeding in public too so I’ll have to work on that so I won’t have to park out in the middle of nowhere in the mall parking lot to feed her like I did yesterday!
The sling is reversible, providing a couple different fabric options and it’s very comfortable. I have another sling that is just a single type of fabric and I must say I prefer the reversible sling…it feels sturdier and also has a padded edge on one side. The website says it can be worn in several different positions, which I can try as she gets older. There are no rings or buckles to worry about so that is nice too.
That’s all for now! I’m sure I’ll discover more as time goes on. =)
*Note: This is NOT a sponsored post. But if Graco, Munchkin, or any other baby product company WANTS to sponsor a post I’d be happy to write one (or more!) =)
