Bob B-Safe 35 Carseat By Britax

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As we are expecting our 3rd child in the next few weeks finding the right car seat is very important to me. The carseat I used with my older 2 we gave to my niece, not to mention it will be expiring shortly. I was on the hunt for a good carseat for this precious babe!  I must admit that I believe that I have found the best car seat with the Bob B-Safe 35 By Britax.

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About BOB:

In 1994, Roger Malinowski, a bicycle industry maven, met Phillip Novotny, an airline mechanic, in the California town of San Luis Obispo. Phillip had turned a decrepit beach cruiser bike into a versatile, lightweight, single track bike trailer. He called it the YAK and was rolling them out of a machine shop on a small scale. Roger knew a great idea when he saw one and together, they took Phillip’s invention and built a booming business.

BOB was originally named Beast of Burden, but was eventually shortened to BOB.

BOB was first a great bike trailer that was completely amazing. However, Roger and Phillip soon began to start families of their own. They were inspired to design and build a superior jogging stroller that would be held to the same high standards as their trailers. The initial result was the BOB Sport Utility Stroller, complete with aptented suspension system, tough polymer wheels, easy-fold frame, a reclining, padded seat and several other features no one had ever put on a stroller before. They truly “wanted the best of a bunch of worlds”, said Roger. “A lightweight, high-quality stroller that you could still take running, hiking, or off-road and also fold up easily and compactly. The fact we could put all of these elements in one stroller is what really attracted people to it.”

Shortly after this stroller hit the market people started asking about a two-seat stroller, which led to the introduction of the Duallie in 2001.

Many changes have happened over the years which has left BOB one of the top strollers on the market in our country today.

My Thoughts:

I am so very incredibly impressed with this awesome carseat. I know that it is going to be a wonderful, safe carseat for my daughter. I know that our baby is going to be incredibly safe while riding in this carseat and will be able to use it for a long time. I like that the carseat is durable but not too heavy to be miserable carrying it around with a baby inside of it. I have a BOB stroller in the same color and I absolutely love it. It doesn’t stain easily and wipes clean if you happen to have an accident. I have all Britax carseats for my girls in my vehicle and absolutely love them. I don’t think that there is another carseat out there that I would put my girls in.

About Bob B-Safe 35 by Britax:

This amazing carseat combines unmatched protection with distinctive BOB style. Bob owners rejoice- Britax, the #1 brand in safety technology, has an infant carseat just for you. With just an adapter, you can create the perfect BOB travel system.

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Features:

  • SafeCell Impact Protection- an integrated system of safety components that works to protect your child beyond federal safety standards.
  • Side Impact Protection – features a deep foam-lined shell to shield your child.
  • Impact-Absorbing Base – compresses to reduce the rough force of a collision. IMG_0183
  • Impact- Stabilizing Steel Frame – offers superior strength where you need it most: at the connection point to the vehicle.

 

  • SafeCenter LATCH Installation has center-pull straps that tighten quickly and easily.
  • Contoured Shell- takes up little space in your vehicle and minimizes side-to-side movement to maximize protection
  • Trave System Ready means you can pair the car seat with any BOB Jogging Stroller when used with BOB infant car seat adapter for Britax seats.
  • Removable Head Pad acts as a cushion for your child and can be removed when your baby outgrows it.

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  • Extra-Large Canopy protects your little one from sun and rain.
  • On/Off Lower LATCH Connectors easily lock into place and release with the push of a button.
  • Built-in Lock-Offs ensure a snug vehicle seat belt installation with minimal effort.

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  • Spring-Assisted Recline makes for easy angle adjustment.
  • Easy-Release Harness Button makes it simple to loosen harness straps.
  • Ergonomic Handle makes carrying comfortable with your hand or forearm.
  • Proudly Engineered, Tested and Made in the USA with global components for top safety and quality.

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  • Certified for Aircraft Travel.

The BOB B-Safe 35 Infant Car Seat should only be used in a rear-facing position when using it in the vehicle.

Specs:

  • Child Weight: 4 – 35 pounds
  • Child Standing Height: 32 in or less
  • Child Seated Shoulder Height: 6.5 – 11 inches.

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Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this carseat for the baby in your life, head on over to Amazon, Babies-R-Us, or Target.

Ultra Feeding Bottle from Tommee Tippee

Disclosure- I received the below in order to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own and honest. For more, see “I Disclose”.
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Finding the perfect bottle for your baby can be a daunting task. My girls have both been breastfed other than the times that they are at daycare, so they were reluctant in the beginning to be happy with a bottle. I also wanted to be able to continue breastfeeding so I was having a hard time to find the perfect bottle for them. Tomme Tippee has an amazing Ultra Feeding Bottle that could be the solution to this problem for many moms.

About Tommee Tippee:

Today, Tommee Tippee is the number-one brand for baby feeding accessories and one of the top brands of infant products and accessories in the global market. Tommee Tippee remains one of the most trusted and recognizable baby brands in the world, loved by babies and recommended by generations of parents.

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About Ultra Feeding Bottle:

This is the only bottle that you will ever need. The Ultra bottle, which is available exclusively at Babies R Us, delivers a natural breast-like latch and a perfectly secure seal and angled position for a continuous milk flow resulting in a perfect feeding experience.

Product Features:

  • Breast-like shape for a natural latch and easy switching between breast and bottle
  • Contour zone on nipple allows for a secure seal reducing air intake and dribbles
  • Revolutionary, offset nipple angles the bottle for a smooth milk flow
  • Unique, ergonomic bottle shape for greater comfort and bottle control
  • Super-sensitive nipple eliminates excessive air flow
  • BPA-free for your ultimate reassurance

My Thoughts:

I was incredibly impressed with the style of this bottle. I am definitely planning on trying this bottle with my new baby in June. I think that this is the answer to all of my questions and concerns I had when using a bottle with my first two daughters. I think that this bottle is made perfectly for the breastfeeding mom and am ready to give a try in just a few short weeks.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this bottle for that sweet baby in your life, head on over to Babies R Us.

Pamper new Mom’s with Boppy Bloom

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Being pregnant or just having a baby, your skin is very sensitive. This is a really good time to find some great products to use on that belly and other areas for mommas. You will be pleasantly surprised by how much you will enjoy the Boppy Bloom line.

About Boppy:

Boppy was founded in 1989. They are currently the world leader and expert in creating comfortable, supportive and award-winning products for mom and baby. Boppy Products have won over 50 awards and continue to be named must-have products around the world. The most well known item from Boppy would be the world’s original nursing pillow. Boppy has now expanded into skincare, pregnancy pillows, breastfeeding accessories, baby loungers, baby clothing, plush goods, baby travel products, nursery products, and baby seats. They now have a wonderful line of Skincare products for expecting or new moms that is absolutely amazing.

About the Boppy Bloom Line:

These wonderful products are carefully crafted in the USA from the raw ingredients moms love the most:

  • Coconut Oil – Gentle and soothing natural oil helps nourish, refresh, and protect skin.
  • Shea Butter – Creamy and luxurious for deep moisture to pamper skin and restore that beautiful mama glow.
  • Cocoa Butter – Rich hydration for intense moisture and itchy-belly relief.
  • Vitamin E – Power anti-oxidant that protects, rejuvenates and restores skin to its pre-baby complexion.

Boppy Bloom Whipped Belly Butter:

Whipped Belly Butter is specially blended for decadent hydration to protect against stretch marks. The unique whipped butter formula is deeply moisturizing, but with a lightweight texture. It is hypoallergenic, paraben free and phthalate free so it is safe and effective both during and after pregnancy. This wonderful product has a White Citrus Shea scent. The non-greasy formula absorbs quickly to deliver powerful hydration for stretch mark protection. Apply to belly, hips, and legs morning and night from the start of pregnancy.

Boppy Bloom Renewing Body Oil:

The Renewing Body Oil provides an instant boost to smooth and nourish skin. It’s a non-greasy oil that absorbs quickly for hydrating stretch mark protection. This wonderful product is hypoallergenic, paraben free and phthalate free so safe pregnant and for a breastfeeding mama. This wonderful non-greasy formula absorbs quickly to deliver powerful hydration.

Boppy Bloom Stretch Mark Cream:

This Stretch Mark Cream will be your new BFF for fighting stretch marks. Gently apply this wonderful cream to your belly, hips, and legs morning and night from the start of pregnancy and enjoy using it even after the baby comes. If you would like intense stretch mark protection, layer over Boppy Bloom Renewing Body Oil.

Boppy Bloom Soothing Breast Balm:

The Soothing Breast Balm is 100% natural and lanolin free. The smooth, easy application gives soothing relief and offers protection for sore, cracked nipples associated with breastfeeding. The all natural Soothing Breast Balm is non greasy, hypoallergenic, paraben free, phthalate free and lanolin free so you can feel good about using it while nursing and pumping. This product does not need to be washed off before breastfeeding.

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My Thoughts:

I was definitely in love with these products. The smell in the container was wonderful, but I loved how the smell was even better on me. This pregnancy smells have really set me off, and I was so happy that the smell was wonderful and didn’t bother my pregnant nose :). I have been using combinations of the products since I received them and love the way that they make my skin feel. Gone is the itchy scratchy feeling and I love the nice moisturized feeling that I have. I also love that the products are incredibly moisturizing, but that they are not oily at all, which is very important if you want to wear clothing after putting the products in it.

Purchase:

If you are expecting or know someone that is, this line of products is absolutely amazing. You should head on over to the website and purchase these items.

Razor Extension Handle from Giraffe

Disclosure- I received the below in order to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own and honest. For more, see “I Disclose”.
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Ever had to shower in the smallest shower known to man and need to shave? Ever tried to bend over towards the end of pregnancy and not sure that you can cut it?  The Razor Extension Handle from Giraffe could have saved you back ache or maybe even prickly legs in those moments.

About Giraffe:

It was the original intention to create the Giraffe specifically to assist women who were unable to shave their legs due to the increasing discomfort of symptoms associated with the second and third trimester of pregnancy. But after researching the current market, they discovered an unmet demand for a product like theirs for women limited in flexibility and mobility.

It is their hope that the Giraffe would help to bridge the gap between dependency to self-sufficiency and to help improve the quality of life fore those individuals.

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About The Giraffe Razor Extension Handle:

In the evolution of the razor with all of its technological advances on getting a close shave; it has yet to evolve in the designing of the razor handle to include people limited in flexibility and mobility. How can you get a close shave if you can not get close enough to shave?

Features of the Razor Extension Handle:

  • Adds 15-20 inches in length to a razor handle- Eliminating bending at the waist.
  • No Slip Grip with rubberized finish – perfect for anyone who has arthritis
  • Quick connect and release buttons – ease of use
  • Pivoting head rotates to a 30, 45, or 90 degree angle.
  • Two universal razor attachments, small, and large
  • Accommodates the most popular men’s and women’s premium disposable and reusable razors on the market today
  • Wrist Lanyard – conveniently wear around your wrist for easy retrieval.

Benefits:

  • Safety
  • Comfort
  • Privacy, Independence and Time Management
  • Broadens Options for wearing comfortable clothing
  • positive self-image

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My Thoughts:

I’m in my last trimester and let me tell you there are some times  that shaving is not the most pleasant activity. I was happy to give this a try thinking that it could definitely come in handy. I love that I can shave now without all the pain and breathing exercises I was experiencing before. If you are pregnant or have recently had a surgery this item is a must have for you.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this great product, head on over to Amazon.

Tea for Two: Bundle Organics Teas

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Being pregnant it’s always tricky to find products that are both safe for baby and make momma feel great. Bungle Organics does a great job doing both.

About Bundle Organics:

Bundle Organics is dedicated to the well-being of expecting and new moms. Bundle Organics provides nourishment across a platform of beverages for women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, and nursing. Bundle Organics created the first line of pasteurized organics juices, made with USDA organic, non-GMO fruits and veggies, fortified with OBGYN-recommended nutrients that complement daily prenatal vitamins. The juices are available at Babies “R” Us, select Buy Buy Baby stores and grocers, as well as many other online companies. In march 2016, Bundle Organics expanded its offering of nutritional beverages for pregnant and nursing moms with pregnancy and lactation support teas. The teas initially will only be available at www.bundleorganics.com

About the Bundle Organics Teas:

These amazing teas are blended by esteemed tea merchants Harney & Sons to provide expecting and new moms a nourishing, flavorful and tranquil tea-drinking experience. Our unique pregnancy blends are thoughtfully designed with whole-food based, OBGYN-approved ingredients to address moms’ needs during all stages of pregnancy. Our lactation blend is designed with ingredients that help support healthy lactation so that you can get back to connecting with baby.

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About the Teas:

Organic Rooibos Pregnancy Wellness Tea:  A little bit of natural sweetness and a little bit of spice, Rooibos helps calm cravings and soothes heartburn, while cardamom, mango, and orange peel help ease nausea.

Organic Lemon Cardamom Lactation Support Tea: Ingredients like fenugreek, fennel, thistle, and coconut have been traditionally used to help boost milk supply for nursing moms, while ginger and cardamom add a subtle spice.

Organic Citrus Ginger Nausea Relief Tea: Light, lemony and easy on the belly. Ingredients like lemon, orange, and ginger ease heartburn, digestive issues and those bothersome morning sickness symptoms.

My Thoughts:

I was impressed by these teas. I first was worried that they would probably work, but that they wouldn’t taste very good. I was wrong, these teas had great flavors and seemed to work great. I have fought nausea and heartburn this pregnancy and was happy to find a nice way to receive some relief.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this tea for yourself, head on over to Bundle Organics and purchase some for you or the pregnant/breastfeeding momma in your life.

Damask Portable Changing Mat from Petite Namaste

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I love finding great accessories that makes parenting easier. I love it even more when these items are adorable. With Petite Namaste, I can promise that you are going to find great items that are also adorable.

About Petite Namaste:

Petite Namaste was established in 2013 with the goal of creating beautiful hand block printed products for kids. Co-founder and Creative Director, Yanira Colon, worked in the New York fashion industry until 2010, when her husband got the opportunity to work in India. They moved with their fourteen month old daughter and started their new adventure in the southern state of Karnataka. Yanira immediately fell in love with the beautiful and colorful Indian prints. She was mesmerized by the traditional art of hand block printing, where artisians use hand carved blocks of aged teak wood to create unique designs. While pregnant with her second daughter, she envisioned a baby nursery inspired by the hand block printing art of India. When her second daughter was born she set off to make that dream a reality, embodied in the designs of Petite Namaste.

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About Damask Portable Changing Mat:

This amazing portable changing mat is perfect for you to take on the go. This mat features a pvc lining easy to clean up.

This item is incredibly easy to clean. Machine wash, cold, with light colors. Do not bleach and tumble dry low.

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My Thoughts:

This incredible Portable Changing Mat is awesome. I love the shape of this changing pad, which is different than the traditional changing pad. I also was amazed at the detail in the incredible design on the changing mat. Just seeing this awesome product makes me incredibly interested in looking at other products in their line, because I’m sure that the design is amazing. I can’t wait to use this amazing product when my baby arrives in June.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this product or looking at the long list of other great items from Petite Namaste, head on over to their website and find the product that is just right for you.

Amazing, Must Have Products for Moms from Palmers

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As I’m sure that you all know by now, I am expecting my third child. Stretch marks can be a very scary reality with pregnancies, but there are some great products on the market that are made to help your body out. These great products from Palmers are a great place to turn when you are expecting or just had a child.

About Palmers:

E.T. Browne Drug Company is one of the longest standing proprietors of skin and hair care products in the United States. The company has been family owned since the middle of the nineteenth century and has been under the current ownership since 19971. E.T. Browne Drug Company has been headquartered in New Jersey for over 50 years.

Under the current ownership, the revolutionary brand Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula was created and introduced to the world. Since that Palmer’s has expanded on its vast knowledge and heritage, developing brand ranges such as Skin Success, Shea Butter Formula, Olive Butter Formula, Coconut Oil Formula, Olive Oil Formula, and Hair Success. These brands give E.T. Browne a strong presence in important market segments such as skin care, pregnancy, skin fade care, and hair care. Palmer’s has a global presence; available in over 80 countries offering the #1 Cocoa Butter brand in the world. This unique heritage and commitment to quality has stood the test of time, making Palmer’s a trusted household name, used by families for generations.

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About the Products:

Spray Lotion for Stretch MarksYou can now spray and sooth itchy, stretching skin with pure Cocoa Butte, Vitamin E, Soy Lechithin, and Bio C-Elaste. Bio C-Elaste helps it to absorb quickly into skin while providing 24 hour stretch mark fighting moisture. This spray targets hard to reach stretch mark prone areas, provides deep moisture, soothes dry itchy skin and supports skin elasticity in a non-greasy, easy spray application.

Massage Cream for Stretch MarksThis great product helps reduce the appearance of stretch marks with a special blend of pure Cocoa Butter, Vitamin E, Shea Butter and Bio C-Elaste. This cream helps improve elasticity and suppleness of stretching skin during and after pregnancy. This is ideal for stretch mark prone areas such as tummy, hips, thighs, and bust. This cream is also recommended for stretch marks associated with weight fluctuations.

Massage Lotion for stretch MarksThis Massage Lotion helps reduce the appearance of stretch marks with a special blend of Cocoa Butter, Vitamin E, Shea Butter and Bio C-Elaste. This wonderful non-greasy, all over body lotion helps improve elasticity and suppleness of stretching skin during and after pregnancy. Also recommended for stretch marks associated with weight fluctuations.

Skin Therapy OilThis great product is an advanced multi-purpose skin perfection product that can be used all over the body. This preservative-free, lightweight formula contains an exclusive blend of key ingredients formulated to help improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks, dry damaged skin, uneven skin tone, aging skin, and fine lines and wrinkles. Skin looks and feels instantly soft and smooth with this unique, non-greasy, non-staining formula.

Tummy Butter for Stretch MarksThis product with the Bio C-Elaste is widely recommended for stretch marks during and after pregnancy and weight loss. The addition of soothing Lavender makes Tummy Butter a relaxing nighttime treatment.

Baby WashYou can cleanse and soften baby from head to toe with Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Baby Wash. This ultra-calming baby wash combines skin comforting natural butters, Cocoa Butter and Shea Butter, with Vitamin E and relaxing Lavender and Chamomille to sooth baby’s skin. This mild formula helps soften and protect, even dry and sensitive skin without harsh detergents.

Nursing ButterThis is an easy-to-apply combination of pure Cocoa Butter and Pro-Vitamin B5 in a soothing emollient base, helps relieve sore, cracked nipples associated with breastfeeding. Also may be used pre-natally to condition nipples for breast feeding.

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My Thoughts:

I have already given each of the products a try other than the Baby Wash and the Nursing Butter. I am in love. I feel them easing the itchiness of the stretching skin that I have on my tummy at this point. I also love that my skin always feels so super moisturized. I plan on continuing to use this throughout the rest of my pregnancy as well as in the weeks and months after delivery as my body is getting back to what it previously was :). If you are pregnant or just had a child, I know that this product would be absolutely amazing for you to use.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing many of the products that are mentioned in this post, head on over to Palmers and order the ones that are right for your body.

New Jumbo Minds’ Science ABCs Book Collection

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As a teacher and mom I am definitely a big promoter of reading to your children and having them read to you. I was excited to be able to receive part of this awesome new line Jumbo Minds’ Science ABCs.

About Jumbo Minds:

The mission of Jumbo Minds is to increase the exposure to, basic understanding of, and enthusiasm for science and STEM in children through well-crafted books and related products.

The founders of Jumbo Minds are sisters who have backgrounds in education, science, and business. The sisters have combined their love of science and teaching with their entrepreneurial spirit. Annette Dunn, CEO, majored in biology and started her professional career in a chemistry lab. Jumbo Minds is the second company she started and directs. Corrine Knight, Chief Educational Officer, is a previously certified teacher with experience teaching primary, middle, and high school science and math curriculum. Their sister, Valeri Sewald, who spent most her career on Wall Street working in international sales, has recently joined the executive team and directs Jumbo Minds’ corporate messaging.

At Jumbo Minds, they dream of sparking a science revolution!

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About Jumbo Minds’ Science ABC Books:

Their books were created by scientists and educators to introduce science to children in a fun and engaging way, with vibrant illustrations.

Some great perks of these books:

  • Teach the alphabet
  • Introduce the science vocabulary
  • Explain the meaning of the word via short and easy definitions
  • Provide extended learning with longer definitions and further detail
  • Increase readability for readers with a dyslexic-friendly font
  • Are made in the USA

The target age group is 0-6. Children of all ages will be able to learn from these books.

My Thoughts:

I was definitely impressed with these great books. I love to read with my kids and my kids love to read and look for books. They enjoyed looking at the pictures and listening to new vocabulary words while we read. I teach 3rd grade and my students were even interested in these books even though they are well past the age of 6. This is a great book line to get your kids going and more familiar with many science words.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing any of these books, head on over to the website and get the ones you are interested in.