I am going to let you in on a little secret that kept me comfortable at work while I was pregnant. One that is not often talked about but could save pregnant women everywhere from the aches and pains that come with pregnancy. I used to work 8 hour days, many of which were spent on my feet. Half-way through my second trimester I learned exactly what the joys of pregnancy … [Read more...]

A drying rack just for your baby bottles may seem like an unnecessary luxury yet many parents swear by it. Join me as I take a closer look at these funky pieces of plastic and whether they are actually that great! Have you ever grabbed a baby only to discover this: Your baby’s bottle is soaking wet! Okay so the picture below is a slight exaggeration… The first … [Read more...]

There are 6 different types of baby carriers. Why so many? Because baby carriers are very personal and are designed to suit your individual lifestyle. A carrier that is perfect for one parent may be entirely useless to another. To help sort out the confusion I have written up a handy guide that looks at the advantages and disadvantages of each. By the time you … [Read more...]

The different types of diaper bags Just like with any fashion accessory, diaper bags come in hundreds of different styles and shapes. Lets take a look at some of the more common ones on the market. Tote diaper bags A tote is pretty much a giant handbag. By far the bulkiest of diaper bags (and that’s without even stuffing your baby gear inside), totes provide an … [Read more...]

Full disclaimer: I personally think that baby wipe warmers are stupid. Having your baby’s bottom cleaned with a wipe that has been heated to the perfect temperature? Please… One day you will be out in public changing your baby’s diaper when all of a sudden your baby turns into a tantrum monster. Just because the wipes in your diaper bag are cold and his precious little … [Read more...]

If you have been baby food shopping recently then chances are that you will have come across baby food pouches amongst the usual jars of baby food. For those of you staring at me with a blank face: On the same page now? Good. Moving on. Baby food pouches are perfect for traveling. You can throw them into the bottom of your diaper bag and pull them out … [Read more...]

Talking about child leashes is like talking about political parties Parents are either strongly for or strongly against them. I know this is a touchy subject and I will try to cover it the best that I can in a lighthearted manner. Any offense caused is entirely unintentional. I am simply trying to provide a guide to allow parents who choose to leash find one that suits … [Read more...]

There are a lot of different things that can go bump in the night… Monsters, aliens, ghosts and whatever else your imagination thinks up after watching the latest horror movie. But there is one bump in the night that will get you out of bed quicker than any other… WAAAAAAH! The bump your toddler makes when he falls out of bed. Not only will your toddlers screams … [Read more...]

So you are going on vacation. Wooo! Just one problem… Your tiny angel (or terror, depending on mood). You would think that given their small size, toddlers would be perfect to travel with. After all, anything that takes up less space is a good thing, right? It’s hard enough getting a toddler to sleep in a strange new place, let alone on an uncomfortable … [Read more...]

So in a fight where a bassinet is facing off against a baby crib, who wins? In the red corner… Weighing in at just under 8 pounds is the small but quick bassinet And in the blue corner… Weighing in at just over 60 pounds is the hard hitting baby crib **Ding ding…** Okay, in all honesty it’s a pretty a pretty one sided fight… One is clearly better than the … [Read more...]

There is nothing like the perfect fitting comfortable bra. If you have ever been fit with the perfect bra then you will know that it feels like the heavens have opened up and the bra gods are shining their light on you you. And only you. I have a disturbing suspicion that my orgasm face vaguely resembles my comfortable bra face. If you have never had this … [Read more...]

A car seat cover is a canopy that sits over your baby’s car seat or infant carrier (like a shower cap). Your baby will be safe and sound in his own portable tent, oblivious to the outside world, leaving you free to worry about more important stuff. In the Guide Why parents love infant car seat covers Different types of infant car seat covers 8 of the best infant car … [Read more...]

Pop quiz: What do you get if you combine: The construction and comfort of a sleeping bag... with the softness and light material weight of a baby blanket? Stumped? The answer is a sleep sack … A what? A sleep sack is essentially a wearable blanket and will look very similar to this: You may be looking at this and thinking: Great, … [Read more...]

I just don’t know how some moms do it. They whip IT out without shame. They don’t care whether they are on a crowded bus or in the middle of a busy street. They flash IT around and don’t care if people stare. Some even go so far as to tell friends and family to take a closer look. I can’t do this. You see, I am a breast feeder and the "IT" I am talking about is a baby … [Read more...]

The perfect shoe can feel like a gift from the heavens. Imagine - walking around without the feeling of any aches or pains, even with a baby bump… One can dream. Guess what? The perfect pregnancy shoe exists and with this guide you may just be able to find it. Contents Can you wear heels while pregnant? Suitable shoes for pregnancy Qualities to look for when … [Read more...]