Great Baby Products

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Like everything else, i’m getting so confused in choosing products for baby (#1) Lol.
Any ideas are great help.
Thanks.

TRACEY

Janet R. asked:


When you opt to throw a baby shower party for a friend or relative who will soon to be a mom, expect that you will have a tedious task to do. First, you need to decide on what theme to have. Second, you need to define the guest list, print and send the shower invitations, and then prepare other shower supplies.

Of course, you can’t come up with a fancy shower party without decorating the entire venue. You would want to think about what decorations to use, what will be the program, what games to have, what to serve and what baby shower favors to give.

One of the most favorite table centerpiece during baby shower parties is the baby shower cake. It is always best to have a baby shower cake that is quite different from traditional cakes that are bought from the local bake shops. You can bake your own cake or you can ask a friend who can better bake a cake. It is always an advantage if you have some baking skills, or if you can follow instructions from cookbooks. You can use your creativity for the design and you can always ask for help from friends.

By doing this, you will be assured that the cake that will be served as a table centerpiece is in accordance with your desired theme.

But if in case you can’t have the cake baked with your own bare hands, pre-ordering the cake will also be fine as long as you give enough time for the cake to be prepared and that you have discussed with the person who will prepare that cake with the theme of the shower party and you would like the cake to look.

You can also check online for tried and tested recipes and designs for the different kinds of baby shower cakes, as well as different flavors you may opt to choose from. Basically, the designs and shapes of baby shower cakes are nursery items, such as flowers, birds, butterflies, baby-shaped, toys and baby supplies. The most common icing color for such cake are yellow, pink, blue, green and white.

Also, if the shower party will be scheduled after the baby was born, you can have the picture of the baby used as an edible picture design on the cake. You can do this by asking a professional cake decorators to create an edible cake design using the picture of the child.

Another great idea for the baby shower cake is to use diapers. Today, diaper cakes are very popular during baby shower parties. These cakes are not for the guest to enjoy, but for the mom who will definitely appreciate a stack of diapers that is prepared for her little bundle of joy.

To make an diaper cake, all you need to do is to stack rolled diapers to make a several layers. You will also need some rubbers, laces or ribbons to keep the diapers in place. Just make sure that you will not tie the diapers too tightly together, this will avoid them from being deformed.

Also, you will need also extra baby items to make some surprises for the diaper cake. You may include baby toys, baby clothing, bibs, pacifiers, baby pins and other little extras you might want to place in between the layers or diapers.



FRANK

Jane Saeman asked:


Are you in charge of planning a baby shower? Do you need a baby shower theme? Decorations? Favors? This guide will give you baby shower ideas, whether you are a sister, friend or coworker.

Baby Shower Themes: The first and most difficult thing to do when planning a baby shower is to decide on a theme. After this has been finalized, much of the rest of the shower will plan itself.

There are several ways to pick a theme. A baby shower theme can relate to the mother-to-be and what she needs. It can be a color, a nursery theme, or a specific type of item. For instance, if the nursery is decorated in flowers, the theme could be “A Baby’s Garden.” If it is decorated in a sports motif, the theme could be the parents’ favorite sports team. All the gifts would then coordinate with the room. If the nursery is painted with frogs, the theme could be “Green.” This way, the guests can be a little more creative in their giving. Or the theme could be “Bedtime,” prompting guests to bring pajamas, blankets, and crib items.

For a second (or third, or fourth) time mother, the theme can be really creative. For someone who already has almost everything they need, a theme such as “Reading,” in which everyone brings books for the baby (and maybe for the older children as well) would be a nice change of pace.

Some people do not like to attend showers for second time mothers, because they feel that they have already received what they needed for their first child and are just being greedy. If you feel this may be the case for your guests (such as a group of coworkers), throw a baby shower in which the invitation clearly states not to bring a present. Or spend some money on a nice gift (for instance, a gift certificate to a restaurant, spa, or hotel), and ask that guests bring a specific item (diapers, specific baby food) in exchange for a raffle ticket. They can even bring as many items as they would like in exchange for several tickets. That way, people who wish to be generous can still give the mother-to-be a useful gift, and no one feels obligated to bring anything. At the end of the night, raffle off the prize.

Some other theme ideas include: 1) Look What the Stork is Bringing, 2) Noah’s Ark (good for a shower where the guys are invited too!), 3) Alphabet Soup,

4) Blue is for Boy.

Baby Shower Decorations: The decorations should flow from the theme. A color theme is the most flexible and inexpensive, although a specific theme such as “Teddy Bears” will be easy, as you can buy coordinating tablecloths, plates, and napkins.

Keep the decorations simple. Put a nice tablecloth under the cake and spread some confetti rattles around it. Tie some balloons to the buffet or appetizer table. Add some pastel streamers across the living room, and you’re done. After all, the focus should be on the mother-to-be.

If you are having the shower at work, the decorations can be even easier. Simply put the cake under a white tablecloth and add a bouquet of balloons. A lunchtime event is perfect for the office. Many of the baby shower ideas will work for any location, indoors or out.

Baby Shower Favors: After the shower, give your guests something to remember it by. Candle holders in the shape of a baby item, such as a rattle or booties, are popular and easy to find online or in a party supply store. Other favor ideas include magnets or candies in a pretty gift box. Of course, let the favors flow from the theme. At a “Tea Party” themed baby shower, guests might receive tea cups and saucers. At a “Pamper Party,” an idea increasingly popular for mothers who already have several children and therefore most of the stuff they actually need, they might take home spa accessories such as a loofah or bubble bath.

Baby Shower Schedule: Typically, a baby shower will last approximately two hours. If a full meal will be served, be sure to indicate this on the invitation so guests can plan accordingly. Usually, however, some light appetizers, punch, and cake are all that is needed.

The following is a general idea of a schedule. As your guests arrive, serve them some appetizers, and let them sign a guest book. One idea is to make this an advice book, allowing each guest to write down one piece of advice they would give the new mother. Serve simple appetizers. Two to three dishes are best, along with some cheese, crackers, chips, dip, and fruit. Some ideas for munchies that are easy and can be made ahead of time include: Deviled Eggs (Add salsa and cheddar for a Mexican twist) or Stuffed Mushrooms.

After all your guests have arrived, begin with everyone introducing themselves. This is especially important if this is a mixed shower, with coworkers, friends, and family. Make sure everyone mentions how they know the mother-to-be.

Next, play one or two games. These will serve as icebreakers. Some ideas include: 1) Baby Boggle - See how many baby related words guests can make in three minutes from a sentence such as “I can’t believe [Mother-To-Be's Name] is going to have a baby!” or something else silly and fun. Everyone reads their list, crossing off duplicates, and the person with the most words remaining wins or 2) Baby Box - Place some common baby items (rattle, diaper) in a box. Cut a small hand-sized hole in the side. Give each guest 20 seconds to touch as many items as they can (no peeking!), then have them write down what they felt. The person with the most correct words wins. Remember, short is okay, and have fun!

If there is going to be a full meal, now is the time. Generally, a buffet is best, as the guests can eat while the mother-to-be opens her gifts. If there is not going to be a full meal, give everyone some time to get another round of appetizers, then have the guest of honor open her presents.

After the gifts are opened, serve the cake. At this point, the shower is over. Everyone will socialize for as long as they’d like, and the guests will begin to leave. If the time is important (i.e. the host has somewhere she needs to be), be sure to put an end time of the invitations.

Hopefully this gave you enough baby shower ideas to begin brainstorming. Remember to have fun and be relaxed and you’ll throw a successful baby shower.



VITO

the-asker asked:


does tea tree oil work? will that sting? what other products will work?
i mean like hair removal wax
are there any home remedies i can use?

BRETT

Sarah Porter asked:


Baby shower gifts are a tradition dating back to the early 1900’s where friends and family would throw a “shower” similar to how they would for a bridal shower - to “shower” the woman with gifts before her big day (marriage or having a baby). In the early days, the guests made most of the baby shower gifts. Umbrellas were a popular symbol of the event because the baby shower was traditionally an afternoon event and the guests would use the umbrella to stay out of the sun, All About Baby Showers.

Today, if the Mommy-to-Be intends on registering, she should do so about a month before the babyshower. This allows the host to send the registration information along with the baby shower invitations. Modern day baby showers are much different and not just for tea. Baby shower gifts range from practical to outlandish. You should check to see where the Mommy-to-Be is registered for gifts before deciding the type baby shower gift to give. Here’s some of the more popular baby shower gifts as well as some creative gifts to give the parents-to-be.

Clothing: Sleepers, receiving blanket, undershirts, diapers. socks and hats. make sure they are easy to change since too many buttons or snaps may be difficult for new parents to take on and off the baby. the Mommy-to-Be will need cute clothes to take the baby home from the hospital

Health & Grooming Products: Baby powder, lotion, baby wipes, desitin, q-tips, hydrogen peroxide (for the umbilical cord), baby safety pins, nail file, scissors, first aid kit, baby soaps and wash cloths, baby thermometer, diaper bag

Feeding: Bibs, bottles, bottle holders, baby formula, ****** pump, nipples, bottle brush set, tipper cup, feeding spoon, baby burp towels, baby dishes and bathrobe

In the Bath Products: Towel with cute hood, wash cloths, baby lotion, shampoo, soap, baby brush and bath toys

In the Crib/Bassinet Items: Crib fitted sheets, comforter, bumper pads, mobile, crib trim, waterproof crib pads and blanket to swaddle the infant

For the Baby Room: Stuffed animals, cute pictures for the wall, gift certificate for a muralist to come out, dresser, changing table, cute initials of the baby on some type of ceramic item, picture frame, nursery lamp, furniture, boppy, bouncy seats and piggy bank

Toy Time: Teething toys, colorful play matt, black and white play matt, musical toys and plush / stuffed animals

Learning Time: Baby Bach Video, Baby Einstein CD’s, classical music CD’s, Disney movies, books for the parents, baby books, lamaze soft books and story books

For the Parents: Pamper the parents-to-be with a gift certificate to a spa, book store, record store, or a nice gift such as baby hand and foot imprinting plaster, Baby Bjorn or other baby carrier Coupons for babysitting

Here’s some helpful hints for planning your baby shower gifts for the Mommy-to-Be and the Daddy-to-Be:

More Expensive but Practical Gifts: Stroller, bassinet, baby dresser, baby changing table, baby car seat, baby car seat attachment, high chair, baby swing, bouncy seat, sound monitor, video monitor, potty chair, diaper genie (container), safety gate, baby scale, ****** pump, rocking chair.

Unique Gifts: Grow chart, gift for siblings, gift certificate for baby pictures, U.S. Saving Bonds for the baby, silver spoon or rattle and baby proofing the house

Baby Shower Coupons: For those that want to give their time for their gift and don’t have much money, it is fun to be creative and make baby shower coupons for the parents such as ” 2- Hour Babysitting”, “Cook for the Mommy and Daddy two meals”, etc. The parents to be will really appreciate this baby shower coupon gift book, especially for first time parents who appreciate the help

Gift of Saving a Life: A thoughtful baby shower gift is a gift certificate for a private CPR class for the mommy and daddy to be and a few of their selected family and friends who may become future babysitters

Diapers, Diapers and More Diapers: A great gift that seems to always running out for the Mommy-to-Be is to have everyone bring a few packages of diapers. New mommies never have enough in the house so getting diapers is a perfect baby shower gift

Useful Laundry Basket Idea: Instead of spending the money on a gift bag that is likely to get thrown away, use laundry basket, line it with a baby blanket and put the gift inside and cover with tissue paper or another blanket. Then the basket can be used for the extra laundry that will be added or for toy storage

Floating Ducky: Take a silver mini washtub and fill it with water and float a rubber duck in each one. Tie balloons to one of the handles. It’s simple, but sweet. You can also place various baby shower related items next to the washtub, like shampoo, lotion and such

Laundry Basket Goods: Purchase a laundry basket, baby laundry detergent, you’re favorite prewash, stain remover, wipes to go, and some fabric softener and place in the basket. You can arrange all these small items with tissue paper in the laundry basket, which will serve as you’re gift basket

Baby Shower Baby Books: Have each baby shower guest bring a baby book for the new parents. Have each guest pre-write a sentiment or advice to the new parent’s on the first page of each book which is a great memento to cherish for the baby growing up and the parents

Baby Plant / Tree: Buy a small tree that can be planted outside of the parents-to-be home. Tie baby items to the branches. The parent’s to be can watch the tree and the baby grow at the same time. You can do the same thing with a small indoor plant

Fleece Baby Blanket: A fleece baby blanket is made by taking two pieces of fleece and putting them together, then cutting 3 in slits every 1 inch all the way around the blanket and tie knots to keep the pieces together. Then just roll the blanket up and tie it with a ribbon

Keepsake Box: Use a hatbox and add personal touches to the box by filling it in with onsies, clothes, pacifiers, bottles, wipes, diapers, etc. You can also include a pack of alphabet stickers so I could put the baby’s name and birth date, weight and height on the box with the stickers once he/she is born

You can view lot of printable Free Baby Shower Announcements, Baby Shower Invitations and Baby Shower Cards, add your personal message, along with your favorite fonts, ink color and then Preview your personalized baby card. This process allows you to see your baby card before you buy!



CHANCE

Janet R. asked:


The idea of giving baby gift baskets is perfect to welcome a newborn child with practical and wonderful things inside the basket. The items that are included inside the basket can be precious and useful and come with different selections of themes and designs that all moms would surely love. Baby items such as soft toys, blanket, clothing, hats, sacks, bibs, sleeping gowns, changing pads and teething toys. Most moms would love receiving such presents like these to help raise her little darling. You may purchase this ideal items from a wide selection available or you might prefer a custom made item.

Baby gift baskets can be presented during shower parties, baptismal, birthdays, valentine’s day, Christmas and other celebrations where special presents for the little darling is appreciated. You can find different designs for each themed party in a wide selection also. Different colors intended for baby’s gender are also offered.

Gift types like these are widely available at local retail stores and online stores. Most of these stores offer item delivery worldwide. They also offer same day shipping delivery. Customers may order their chosen ideal present item in other popular retail stores that can offer easy and fast delivery service, where ordered item will be delivered within hours after the order was made.

For custom-made or personalized baby basket items, the delivery may take an additional time - three to seven days. Personalized baby basket is highly recommended because of its thoughtful idea of putting the baby’s initial on each item included in the basket. For deliveries that are off the usual routes of company shipping, extra payment is usually being added to the customer’s total fees. Shipping fees and delivery period varies according to the area destination where the items are going to be delivered.

Customer’s first attempt before making some purchases is by looking first at the gift basket items in the catalog of every stores. Most gifts stores provide product catalogs for more convenient shopping of their customers. Even online stores provide online catalogs for their customers to access their products. Catalogs provide information about the company product’s features, the prices of every item, the delivery periods and other important things about the process of purchasing and shipping delivery. This store facility is intended to allow customers to find and choose their favorite items in a more convenient way with less time wasted.

There are different modes of payment when purchasing this item, but usually it is done through credit cards like Visa and MasterCard. These cards are widely used by customers during online shopping. But some stores accept other alternatives valid for customer’s payment such as debit card, postal money order, and cash delivery.

Of course you could still come up with other alternative presents for the little one, but a baby gift basket can really make a great gift for mom to be and is a creative baby gift idea. This may come in simple and cheap or creative and quite expensive, but it can surely give a great impression for all moms out there.



STANLEY

Shantel~Army Wife & Army Sister! asked:


my husband and i are trying to conceive and i dont know anything about having a baby. what is something i should really know before i have a baby?

what is something you wish you would have known before getting pregnant?

what are the best products to use?

what books and websites are the best to read?

~*Thank You*~

JEFF

doglover asked:


I am asking because all babies are chubby and they drink milk.
I know new born are not that chubby. So I wonder if baby fat have to do with milk or baby formula.

I eat normal. Normal weight but I love to eat yogurt & drink milk.
And the yogurt I eat the whole milk kind because I like the cream top.

JOE

Bubbly asked:


I am in my 34th week and i am having this nesting instinct. I’ve arranged almost everything and waiting for the BIG day.I bought J&J bathing products and lotion (lavender) Its all for bedtime.Can i use them while giving bath during the day as well? I know its not recommended to give a full bath until the cord falls off except for a sponge bath and a shampoo wash for the hair. But then..after the cord falls off, can i use these lavender products during the day as well?Ive also got J&J morning dew cologne.Did any of yall use cologne on ur babies & how and when did yall use it.I know powder aint good on babies.Did any of yall use? I already have a son who is 7yrs old and now i am preggo with baby #2. I kinda forgot what i did for the first & dont wish to do any mistake this time.I’ve also got some lavender oil and also lavender & vanilla combo oil to add in the bath.Is it okie to add them in the bath.Plz put in all your suggestions,opinions and experience.

Thanks a bunch in advance

ARMANDO

Janet R. asked:


Sometimes, we find it hard to choose what gifts we will give to a friend or colleague who will be having a baby. Since babies are too young to express their preferences when it comes to their gifts, we often conclude that the best gifts for them are baby items, such as clothing, blankets, diapers, toys, etc.

These are obviously inundated quite often during baby shower parties, and you’d like to give these items with more special effect. How will you that? Here are some awesome gift ideas for newborns to help you get started.

Give A Keepsake To Treasure. This is a wonderful gift idea where you can preserve the early photographs of the baby, or the baby’s foot and hand impressions or even things she or he had used. One great example of keepsake gift is a picture frame, photo album or a scrapbook. These keepsake items have brought fun memories to many families up until now.

Baby Gift Basket Idea. Giving a baby gift basket is always a best choice. Gift basket is truly a one of a kind gift idea for infants where you may add your own personal touch on the gift. If you opt to make you own gift basket, you need to make it look outstanding as much as possible. If you think you don’t have any idea on how to get started, you may ask for tips from friends who already have children or even to the expectant parents.

Plan a theme which will guide you to the direction to work at. You may consider a gourmet gift basket, bath basket, beach basket or clothing basket. Just make sure you include essential items in the basket.

Also, you need to make sure the age of the child. When you opt to give clothing, avoid clothes meant for slightly older age for babies usually outgrow their clothes too fast. Lastly, finish the gift basket by adding your own creativity. If the child is a she, consider the shades of pink, and shades of blue if the child is a he. These colors give extra effect especially if you include other decorative matching stuff to the basket.

Consider personalized baby gifts. These personalized presents are always an ideal choice of gifts for babies. There are many baby items which can be made personalize. You can give personalized baby blankets, clothing, baby bath toys and feeding supplies. Make them personalize by adding the baby’s name, initials or a heartfelt message on those items. Even jewelry pieces for babies can be personalize as well. Why not give a little pendant or other jewelry pieces with engravings on them, making it a one of a kind statement and a special baby gift idea. Or perhaps, you can have the child’s name written on the cute little baby furniture such as his or her crib, bed, table or high chair. These are sure a hit, in fact even the child don’t have any idea of what these are all about, soon these personalized keepsakes will be loved and treasured for years.



RODNEY