There are so many good sales going on this Labor Day. Today, I’m sharing a few items I already have and love along with a few that I have currently in my cart.
Everyone can use a basic pair of black denim to dress up or down. I love the High Rise Super Skinny and the price is so good!
Both are currently $39 and fit true to size. I’m 5’3″ and wear the short in length.
Madewell
Madewell always has the best staples and their denim pieces last forever. I have this denim button front. I wear a size small. Currently 30% off with the code HIFALL
They come out with a new wash in this jean jacket each year, I have an older version but it is still something I reach for all the time.
My everyday workout shoes the Ultraboost 20s are currently 25% off with code SALE25
These are my favorite workout shoes I wear everyday, super comfortable and look still look like I just purchased them even though they are 6 months old.
Carters
50% off the entire site!
Elise loves nightgowns and currently wears the Mermaid & Flamingos non-stop.
My favorite brand of skin care products is currently 15% off and free shipping with code GLOW at checkout. It makes my skin so happy and I have seen great results.
Burp cloths, bibs, diapers, wipes, the list goes on and on. Today I’m sharing a break down of the everyday baby essentials I use (brands we love) for my little guy who is already 8 months old. We have used these items on repeat since he was born.
Copper Pearl burp cloths & bibs – I absolutely adore this brand. Their products are so well made, super soft, and hold up wash after wash. My babies don’t spit up a lot so I can’t speak on that, but I use these burp cloths and bibs for every feeding. I have been blessed in the milking area and tend to produce a lot. When I feed Arie I usually have to tuck a burp cloth into my bra to catch the excess and in the early months, he would wear a bib in case he decided to pull off because he would get sprayed. Both of these are super absorbent and basically lifesavers for me. The bibs are also fantastic when your little one starts teething, keeping them super dry. I have been using this brand since I had my little girl and she is now 2. I love all the prints they come in and they are constantly adding more. Can’t say enough good things about them to be honest!
Bibs pacifiers – Both my babies love a pacifier, when I started searching for one Arie would like I came across this brand. They are made from natural rubber and 100% free of BPA, PVC, and phthalates. Arie loves them and the fact that they aren’t a complete eye-sore is pretty awesome. At first, I thought they were more expensive than other brands but you can use them for 3-4 months so that honestly works out to be the same price.
Tiny Teether Pacifier Clips – Found this clip on amazon and it’s a good one. Arie loves to play/chomp on it while it also holds his pacifier. Great quality for the price.
Hello Bello Diapers – I have tried a lot of diapers and these are my favorite. They are super soft, absorbent, eco-friendly, and hypoallergic. I love that they don’t have a plastic smell to them and they are not hard on my baby’s soft skin. I first tried these with Elise before we had Arie and now after using them for a year I can say they are our favorite brand of diapers. They have the cutest prints as well!
Pampers Pure Wipes & Water Wipes – I know everyone has their own favorite wipes but both of these brands are my go tos. Like diapers, I have tried a lot of different brands and these have the best wetness along with texture to clean your little one’s bum without rubbing them raw. As a close second, the Hello Bello wipes are pretty good but they aren’t as wet as the other two brands so they seem a little rougher when using them.
California Baby – Both of my babies have sensitive skin and I have been very adamant about using super clean products. Both Arie and Elise get dry patches and these products clear them up in a matter of a day. This is the only brand of skincare that I can honestly say works for us and fast. Arie gets a nice rub down of the Calendula lotion every day along with the Calendula cream if he has any dry patches that flare-up. I also love their body wash and bubble bath. If you haven’t heard of this company, you should definitely check them out. All their products are 100% plant-derived, are independently lab tested, and a company you can really trust.
What are your everyday baby essentials you can’t live without?? Let me know in the comments below and if you love any of the products we do!
Give me all the tie-dye is something I thought I would never say but here we are in 2020 and it’s happening. It is such a big trend this spring that started last year and has done nothing but grow traction. I personally love it! To me, it’s so fun and nostalgic. It reminds me of my childhood, which always brings me joy. What is so fun about this trend is you can go all-in with super bright colors or stay more neutral. There is a tie-dye piece for everyone. I have included my favs I have been collecting. Let me know if you’re loving this trend and if you have any of your own!
I love a good fun nail color for spring. It’s a great inexpensive way to have some fun with your style. Here are a few color ideas and designs to get the creative juices flowing for spring. A little sale hack I love to take advantage of is searching Marshalls and TJ Maxx for polish, they have some great brands and colors usually for half the retail price.
When I had Elise 2 years ago I did a blog post on 12 New Mom Must-Haves, so I thought it would be fun to go through my favorite baby products I have been using with our new little guy Arie. Some of the products have changed but a lot has stayed the same.
Here are my current favorite baby products we have been using nonstop since we brought Arie home from the hospital.
Favorite Baby Products at 3 Months
Maxi Cosi Micro 30 Infant Car Seat– I loved this car seat when Elise was born and still love it. We took good care of it and it has held up nicely. Arie loves it and let me tell you he has gotten a lot of use out of it. He has already weathered countless road trips in it including a 9-hour car trip to Wisconsin. It is lightweight, easy to carry, and clicks right into the Uppababy stroller I have with adapters. I took it on a plane ride to Chicago when Arie was just 3.5 weeks old and it was super user-friendly even without the base in the rental car.
UPPABaby Cruz– I can’t say enough great things about this stroller. We used it in the Bay Area on public transit, in the city and now it has been in so many states with us (about 10 states to be exact). It maneuvers super easy. Our Maxi Cosi car seat snaps right in with adapters to create a travel system. If Arie isn’t using it, Elise is in it with the rumble seat. I love that it’s not super heavy, opens and closes easily and you can detach all the parts to throw in the washer. The bottom basket is also a great size for shopping. Uppababy truly makes high-quality products.
4moms rockaRoo – We had a larger swing with Elise, but when we moved states and apartments I didn’t want a massive swing taking up precious space. This swing has been great from the moment we brought Arie home from the hospital. He loves to sit in this when I need a moment and is so relaxed he dozes off. The size is what sold us on it, the swing is so compact. You can purchase the infant insert separately so you can use it from birth to 25lbs/or can sit up unassisted. The only con to this swing is it does squeak sometimes when it moves, but it hasn’t bothered us.
Ingenuity Foldaway Rocking Bassinet – When I was searching for bassinets to get for our little man I went through all the beautiful ones such as the Moses basket, wicker ones, and aesthetically pleasing options. Instead, I settled on this bassinet and I’m so glad that I did. It was a lot cheaper. We have used it since we brought him home, which has included us living in a hotel for the last two months. I can’t recommend it enough. It folds up nice and compact. Another great feature is that you can have the legs stationary or turn them so you can rock your little one to sleep. The only con to the bassinet is that it does not come with a travel bag, but if that doesn’t bother you it’s a great choice.
Nested Bean Zen Sack Classic – Arie is a baby that likes to be cuddled and touched while he sleeps, so I went ahead and purchased this sleep sack. It mimics your embrace with a lightly weighted pad. To be honest, it hasn’t made the biggest difference in his sleep, but I did include it here because the quality of this sleep sack is outstanding. It’s beyond soft and super easy to get Arie in and out of. I love this sleep sack and will definitely be purchasing the next size up when the time comes.
Skip Hop Vibrant Village Smart Lights Activity Gym – Elise loved this activity gym so I had no doubt that Arie would love it too. It has been one of the greatest purchases we made. The lights in the arches and little figures hanging keep Arie engaged and entertained. It also comes with a little tummy time pillow.
DockATot Deluxe – I love the DockATot for a few different reasons. Arie lounges in it while I play with Elise. I have had it on the floor in every room of our apartment, on our couch and bed. I can move it easily from room to room, we use it for tummy time and he also likes to take supervised naps in it. It was great to have when we were living in a hotel in Wisconsin. It gave me some peace of mind to know he had a safe place to lounge while he was awake if I left his side for a minute or two.
What are your favorite baby products at the 3-month mark? Tell me in the comments below I would love to hear from you!
