I swore I would never get a jumper for my baby, but once he started to crawl I changed my mind.  I realized how much he needed a safe place to play where he would be happy while I accomplished small tasks around the house.  Sometimes I just need some extra time to clean the [...]

Even though I don’t use Dr. Brown’s bottles, I was a big fan of their bottle brush for a while. I handwash my baby’s bottles because I want to ensure that they’re spotless…and it’s a great way to unwind! The features I love about the Dr. Brown’s brush include a sponge at one end (crucial [...]

My son’s hypoallergenic formula really put a burden on us financially, and after the formula checks and coupons ran out I looked for any way I could to save a little extra money. Buying in bulk is often the best way to save, and I found that a company called Baby Wuv Inc. had the [...]

You hear it everywhere: “Breast is best!” While there is no doubt that breastmilk is the best nourishment you can provide for your baby, there are legitimate reasons why well-intentioned mothers simply cannot breastfeed. I was one of those moms. I was disappointed, maybe even depressed, when I realized that I would have to switch [...]

I’m really particular when it comes to cleaning my son’s items, which is why I decided to hand wash his baby bottles even though I have a dishwasher. It’s actually a nice way to unwind, and I get a sense of accomplishment from seeing the crystal clear bottles and nipples when I’m all finished. I [...]

Babies bring with them a lot of laundry! You can save money and time by skipping the heavily marketed specialty laundry products made for babies. The ads are in all of the magazines. Did you know that pediatricians have a #1 recommended laundry detergent? Chances are some of your friends or relatives have mentioned Dreft [...]

When it comes to Philips Avent bottles, it seems moms either love them or hate them. I read lots of Avent bottle reviews before deciding to use them for my son, and one of the most frequently cited problems was leakage. After careful consideration, I chose to use Avent bottles despite the potential problems. I [...]