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Our Baby Favorites at 6 Months

6 Month Baby Favorites

Oshkosh Kids Dress (similar) | H&M headband

I can’t believe our little sweet pea Elise is 6 months old. To say time is passing fast is an understatement, but it is just the best thing ever to be her mama!

Today I am sharing some of our favorite things we have been loving these past 3 months. This list might all seem a little random, but it’s real life and what we use on the daily.

Places We Love for Clothes

When buying new clothes for Elise, I almost always buy her a size ahead of what she is wearing. It has worked out great for us so that she gets more wear out of the items. Right now she is just growing out of 3-6 month and starting to wear 6-9 month. I found it a little overwhelming to buy her clothes at first because you are basically growing a wardrobe from nothing, but now I have the hang of what we like/what works for the weather we live in (Bay Area moderate weather).

Zara is a great place to find fun trendy clothing for your little that doesn’t break the bank. I love that they have items that look more timeless and aren’t all the cliche pink color. They are still having their sale so be sure to check that out!

A few of the items I recently purchased at Zara: striped tee, floral tee, ruffle cardigan, (other items I purchased are already sold out)

Jamie Kay is a New Zealand brand that I just recently ordered from. The quality of the clothing is incredible for the price. I won’t lie we are on a budget like most and trying to find pretty clothes for her without spending an arm and a leg can be a challenge, but this brand has beautiful, unbelievably soft clothing at a reasonable price. The colors and prints are timeless. I am in love with this brand to say the least.

A few items I grabbed from Jamie Kay: cotton legging, cotton cardi, bodysuit

H&M has incredible sales where you can get super cute items real cheap. Below I have linked some for you.

Old Navy has cute items. I grabbed a bunch of their printed onesies back when they were just $3 a piece. They run sales all the time so you can score pieces for really cheap here as well. The items have held up great through all the washes we have put them through. Also, who doesn’t love a cute flowery onesie? 

Pajamas

I’m all about fun pajamas that don’t break the bank and are also super comfy for Elise. We love Burt’s Bees for this. They have the cutest PJs and they run sales all the time which is AHmazing. Elise is just growing out of the 3-6 month size for reference.

Bath Time Products/Moisturizers

I am a fan of Everyday Shea products. They use Ethically Traded ingredients that are handcrafted with no synthetic fragrances and are paraben free which is important to me when finding products for her delicate skin. I use the Lavender Lemon Shampoo and Body Wash (16 oz). I haven’t had to buy a new shampoo since she was born. We give her a water bath/wash her hair every night and use the soap on her skin every 2-3 days so it doesn’t dry out.

Elise has super sensitive skin, to the point that if I use certain lotions or detergents it turns blotchy and bright red. The Everyday Shea Lavender Lotion has been a lifesaver for us. It’s gentle on her skin while still moisturizing.

The other moisturizer that has worked wonders for her skin is California Baby Calendula Cream. I use this when she has drier patches of skin and on her legs. It has been a game changer for her skin and we have tried just about everything. 

Activities/Toys

Elise is a busy bee these days and loves to play with her little toys. Her favorites right now are this elephant and giraffe. They hook onto her stroller or car seat making it super easy to take them on the go. She loves the bright colors and different textures.

I grabbed this Indestructible book for her when we were on a trip back to Omaha and she thinks its the greatest thing ever.  She has crinkled, chewed and pulled on it.

For teethers, we love this Sophie La Girafe ‘So Pure’, this cute cactus, and MAM mini cooler teether.

Elise loves to spend time in the Fisher-Price Rainforest jumper a good friend of mine recommended. It also helps to have her distracted so I can make dinner or do a few quick things in the room with her. Also, watching her in it is super entertaining. She is a little ham.

These are just a few of the things we are loving right now. Please let me know if you have any questions about any of the products. If you are a new mom or soon to be, I hope this helps give you an idea of some of the things you may be looking for at the 6-month stage!

6 Month Baby Favorites

6 Month Baby Favorites

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12 New Mom Must-Haves

New Mom Must Haves - Vivian and Violet

I’m new at this whole mom thing but I thought since our little sweet pea just turned 3 months old (can’t believe it has been that long already…) I want share what products we truly haven’t been able to live without since we brought her home. When I was pregnant I asked friends and scoured the internet looking for lists, videos, basically anything I could find that told me something about the products other new moms were using. It helped to hear which ones worked for them and which ones they wish they would never have purchased. I know every baby is different and what works for us might not work for you but here is what I am loving so far!

New Mom Must-Haves

Maxi Cosi Mico 30 Infant Car Seat – The major thing I looked for in a car seat was that it needed to be super lightweight. I haven’t tried a ton of other car seats to compare but I really like this one. It is easy to carry and get in and out of the car. I also use it with our stroller as a travel system which makes running to the store or Target much easier. You just click and go! The other reason I purchased this car seat was that it is compatible with the stroller we bought without completely breaking the bank. Here are the adaptors you need for the UPPABaby Stroller.

UPPABaby Cruz – I searched long and hard for a stroller that would work for us. Living in the Bay Area I wanted a stroller that was not super heavy, but one I could take on public transit into the city for a long day. This stroller has been everywhere with us and I can’t say enough good things about it. The storage is fantastic for running errands and it moves like a dream. I went around trying other strollers in the stores and would always come back to this one because it feels so well made. Another amazing thing I found out about this stroller after purchasing it was that UPPABaby has a travel bag you can buy. Once you buy the bag you can register it and any damage caused by air travel UPPABaby will take care of. I thought that was super awesome!

Graco Little Lounger Rocking Seat Plus Vibrating Lounger – I never purchased a bassinet because I had this little amazing rocker. We use it almost every day. This lounger is super lightweight and easy to move from room to room. It also folds for easy storage. Elise likes to take naps and hang out in it while I get a few things done around our apartment. The lounger has these cute stars that hang from the top and when she kicks she can move them, it keeps her entertained long enough for me to hop in the shower real quick. For a while, she was sleeping in it at night instead of her crib when she was really congested because you can elevate the head so she could breath easier. She even slept in it the first night we were home from the hospital in our room.

Skip Hop Vibrant Village Smart Lights Activity Gym – Elise loves this activity gym! When I searched for one before she was born I honestly picked it based on the colors it was and how cute I thought it looked. It truly has been one of the best purchases I made. The lights in the arches keep her busy playing and she loves the sounds. It also comes with a soft tummy time pillow. She has loved it since day one and I’m so glad we have it for her.

 

New Mom Must-Haves - Vivian and Violet

Fisher-Price Sweet Snugapuppy Dreams Cradle ‘n Swing – There are a lot of swings on the market but when it came to cost we decided on this one. The cool thing about this swing is it has three different directions your baby can swing in it. You can have it face forward for it to swing side to side or you can turn it left or right so it mimics being rocked in your arms. The only con is it is quite large but other than that it does everything you need. Elise likes to hang out in it when I workout and will also take naps in it.

DockATot Deluxe – I love the DockATot for a few different reasons. Elise lounges in it while I get a few things done around our apartment (I have had it on the floor while I’m in the bathroom, on our couch and bed), I can move it easily from room to room, we use it for tummy time and she also likes to take supervised naps in it sometimes. I was glad we purchased it and I plan on taking it with us when we travel. It’s just the ultimate baby lounger.

Blooming Bath – This cute plush flower is the perfect size for our apartment kitchen sink. Elise absolutely loves bath time and she enjoys sitting in this comfy blooming flower. Not only is it cute but it’s super soft and it protects her tiny little head from the hard sink. To make things even easier the Blooming Bath is machine washable and has a handle on the bottom of it so you can hang it to dry.

Boppy Pillow – We use this every day! Elise likes to sit in it while looking around and she uses it for tummy time some days. I used it a lot, in the beginning, to help me nurse. My husband claims it’s the best neck pillow of all time, he got some good use out of it while we were in the hospital waiting for Elise to make her debut. She uses it first thing in the morning when we are hanging out on the couch chatting and at night when the hubby comes home from work and hangs out with her. When she was really tiny and just home from the hospital I would let her lounge in it under the playmat to look at the lights.

New Mom Must-Haves - Vivian and VioletNew Mom Must-Haves - Vivian and VioletAden + Anais Swaddles – People weren’t kidding when they said these swaddle blankets are super useful. They make their way into almost all the rooms in our apartment. I use them on the floor when Elise is doing tummy time, to keep her warm in her car seat, to cover her stroller if the sun is super bright, on our couch when she hangs out with me, and as a burp cloth if I need one and don’t have our other ones handy. When she first came home I used them to swaddle her, the uses are endless!

Halo SleepSack – Elise started using the sleep sack I think around the second week we were home. She was breaking out of the blankets we were swaddling her in so we moved her to one of these and she has done well ever since. She has never really liked to have her arms swaddled and her startle reflex never bothered her enough to wake her at night so I have always used the sleep sacks with her arms free. I know this doesn’t work for some but she was sleeping like a champ so we just let her do her thing. These sacks are great and keep her warm at night while she catches her beauty sleep.

Baby Bjorn Carrier – I love this carrier for right now. It is good for babies up to 25 lbs. I recently made a trip back to Omaha to visit family. I was flying solo with Elise and this carrier made my trip super smooth through the airports. It is easy to use, with just a few clicks you have your little one on you securely and you don’t need anyone else’s help. I was able to get through security, use the bathroom (ya I said that right, you do what you have to do when you’re alone :)), and take her in and out when I needed to all by myself. My husband and I have also used it for trips to the store or when we don’t really want to use the stroller. I highly recommend it!

Halvo Diaper Bag Backpack – I wanted a diaper bag that was a backpack so that my hands were free, budget friendly and something my husband would carry as well. This bag was the perfect choice for us. The inside is super spacious containing 4 different pockets you can put your diapers, burp clothes and other essentials in. It has an insulated front pouch for bottles, practical side pouches for wipes and other things you want as easy access. The coolest thing about this backpack is the back zipper allows you access to the bottom of the bag without having to open the top. I’m also a big fan of the color but if grey isn’t your thing it comes in 8 other colors!

New Mom Must-Haves - Vivian and Violet

What are your new mom must-haves? Also if you have any questions about any of the products I mentioned just let me know. I would love to here from you!