tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post1205324598040045677..comments2024-03-28T21:55:29.841-05:00Comments on The Glamorous Life of a Housewife: A Fun Monday Giveaway!Whitneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02856701399951918040noreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-7528996032774303582009-01-20T00:40:00.000-06:002009-01-20T00:40:00.000-06:00I missed your post but wanted to add..A Bumbo seat...I missed your post but wanted to add..<BR/>A Bumbo seat was our favorite baby item. I ended up with three of them, one at each of the grandparents and one at home. It is great for babies that have head control but don't have the trunk control for sitting just yet.Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18022379611419623596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-8533955029749607042009-01-19T23:14:00.000-06:002009-01-19T23:14:00.000-06:001. A SWING! Our poor colicky (sp?) baby was miser...1. A SWING! Our poor colicky (sp?) baby was miserable unless she was in constant motion - or nursing. A momma can only make those two things happen so much before crashing, so the swing gave us a chance to rest and kept our Olivia happy. I think she even slept in it next to us for a few nights.<BR/><BR/>2. (You did ask for TWO suggestions, right?) A Boppy. We used ours for probably a year after we were finished nursing. It's great for:<BR/>~Pregnant, side-sleeping moms - way more comfy than your regular ol' pillow<BR/>~Moms who have recently delivered a baby (think: donut); Think I'm kidding?<BR/>~Nursing, of course<BR/>~Sleeping babies can lay on it on your lap while you eat, nap, watch tv, grade papers, or do anything else in the sitting position<BR/>~Propping up Baby/Tummy Time<BR/>~Pillow for kiddos; even at age two, my daughter loved using it as a pillowjennypenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00020682334694964820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-21369182122245762752009-01-19T23:08:00.000-06:002009-01-19T23:08:00.000-06:00Definitely register for a bouncy seat. It's like a...Definitely register for a bouncy seat. It's like a one sided baby hammock and a total life saver. I bring by bouncy seat anywhere I am: folding laundry, in the kitchen, watching tv. They are THE best!Mandiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03724794367583553263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-37218053821655654932009-01-19T22:23:00.000-06:002009-01-19T22:23:00.000-06:00I don't have kids, but I am a pediatric nurse, and...I don't have kids, but I am a pediatric nurse, and I think the most useful thing I have seen is some sort of light baby carrier, so like a sling or something similar. I always feel so sorry for the parents who bring in the heaviest car seat plus a years worth of other things to every doctor's appt. I have also heard from a close friend that just had a baby, that those swings are pretty handy! Good luck!Kelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06791664159982968864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-87787454971082910532009-01-19T21:32:00.000-06:002009-01-19T21:32:00.000-06:00Ok I will have to read the rest of the comments la...Ok I will have to read the rest of the comments later but my must haves are:<BR/>1. A baby carrier/ sling I love the baby bjorn.<BR/>2. A swaddling blaket I will show you mine sometime.<BR/>3. A bouncy seat<BR/>There is a lot more but you can come over and I will let you in on all my must haves sometime.Danihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02693443704370022509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-74433944257188155922009-01-19T21:22:00.000-06:002009-01-19T21:22:00.000-06:00Okay, I've been re-thinking this and thought I sho...Okay, I've been re-thinking this and thought I should clarify my answer. Lanolin is a type of natural cream (made from sheep?)that is an excellent salve. It is great for dry hands, elbows, knees, and especially helpful on other parts when beginning nursing. (Sorry, that's a little too graphic!) It occured to me that you may not know what lanolin is. <BR/><BR/>I linked you to my brand new, not quite complete, blog!<BR/>Overall I would say that these are my top most useful baby items (of course, I have used different things with different babies):<BR/><BR/>1. Ergo baby carrier for 5 mo. plus (the backpack is great!). You can also buy an infant insert for newborns, but I have not tried it. I always used the Baby Bjorn for the little bitty ones.<BR/>2. Swing and/or bouncer.<BR/>3. Multiple crib sheets for those little "accidents."<BR/>4. Stroller (I don't really have a specific one, although a nice umbrella one like Maclaren would probably last longer)<BR/>5. Anything chamois by Pottery Barn Kids (crib sheet, blanket, etc.) These are still my favorite!<BR/>6. Robeez or Pediped shoes for an older infant. They stay on much better than most baby shoes or socks and are so cute!Danahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07420379113675745007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-52470656511663756772009-01-19T20:56:00.000-06:002009-01-19T20:56:00.000-06:00Don't ever forget the stroller. :)Don't ever forget the stroller. :)The Hnou Mrs.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00367322342665224241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-1119815049093071732009-01-19T20:48:00.000-06:002009-01-19T20:48:00.000-06:00I have no idea how I found your blog! But am so gl...I have no idea how I found your blog! But am so glas I did! I'm pretty sure we have the same dreams and goals... I'm just a newlywed, who unfortunately has to work a full time job and my one and only goal in life is to be stay at home mommy!<BR/><BR/>As for the number one thing to buy... I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember and the best thing people say to get is a convertible car seat as well as an infant one. So, when the time comes, you already have it! <BR/><BR/>Good luck! I look forward to reading your blog!The Southern Newlywedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03434532459426500479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-32990347546048168192009-01-19T20:40:00.000-06:002009-01-19T20:40:00.000-06:00I agree with the others... a Boppy, bouncy seat an...I agree with the others... a Boppy, bouncy seat and sling are essential. Make sure you have plenty of receiving blankets, wash cloths and white onsies. You use them a lot! Most Moms I know are partial to Pampers' diapers and the Medela breat pump over other brands. Great post... I learned a few tips myself for future reference!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-74346457215449211032009-01-19T20:33:00.000-06:002009-01-19T20:33:00.000-06:00Gas drops!! I know it sounds funny but it's the t...Gas drops!! I know it sounds funny but it's the truth, especially if you plan on nursing like I did. Other than that, a baby sling or front carry for baby.Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09072213125749850415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-64130238147964812552009-01-19T20:28:00.000-06:002009-01-19T20:28:00.000-06:00Diapers. Cloth and disposable! You can never have ...Diapers. Cloth and disposable! You can never have enough of those!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-22860100551897556102009-01-19T20:27:00.000-06:002009-01-19T20:27:00.000-06:00I second the boppy pillow. Even if you don't brea...I second the boppy pillow. Even if you don't breastfeed its great to keep the baby propped up after eating. This really helped my baby from getting fussy from gas. When she was brand new she liked being snuggled into it, it made it her feel all snuggly.Mama's In the Kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08210055805304861613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-4212867007222192262009-01-19T20:05:00.000-06:002009-01-19T20:05:00.000-06:00I have a two year old and I'm expecting another da...I have a two year old and I'm expecting another daughter in June. My two favorite baby items would have to be my Boppy and Kiddopotamus Swaddlers. The Bppy is good for nursing, bottle feeding or just lounging around. We used our Kiddopotamus Swaddling blankets in the hospital and the nursery nurses fell in love. We had a colicky baby and swaddling saved us!!!The Mommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10453909200424907737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-30237527430956415392009-01-19T19:33:00.000-06:002009-01-19T19:33:00.000-06:00Hi, I'm new to your blog and I love it and just ha...Hi, I'm new to your blog and I love it and just had to comment on this! Ok so my number one choice is not terribly practical so far as everyday use, however I promise your child will love it later. A babies first book, WITH picture slots. If you aren't the type to keep up with that then I'm going to add in Baby Einstein videos. I know I know early children and tv.....but sometimes mama just needs to take a shower!Southern Bombshellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05821274398932406578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-71913485931897199002009-01-19T19:25:00.000-06:002009-01-19T19:25:00.000-06:00Definatley the Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper. I couldn't ...Definatley the Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper. I couldn't have made it through the first baby phase without it! <BR/>P.S. I will let you know more must-haves/not-haves real soon!!Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14764617502943414144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-86781750503640388982009-01-19T19:01:00.000-06:002009-01-19T19:01:00.000-06:00Well, I'm no mommy, but the thing that I see my mo...Well, I'm no mommy, but the thing that I see my mommy friends use the most is cute bibs and burp cloths. You know, not the ones that come 17 to a pack, but the more expensive ones. They say that you can't have enough of them.Pleasant Livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00240224197159738478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-66906348530251510242009-01-19T18:54:00.000-06:002009-01-19T18:54:00.000-06:00I would have to agree with Melinda and say a Boppy...I would have to agree with Melinda and say a Boppy pillow-my sister absolutely raves about them! PS-I followed friend's blogs blog links and stumbled across yours, and I am such a fan-you are a great writer and absolutely hilarious! Take care! :)Janinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03106017112182765973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-46414435898495975842009-01-19T18:49:00.000-06:002009-01-19T18:49:00.000-06:00Cute! I'd love to bake little bears!Cute! I'd love to bake little bears!Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12796580193182665609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-43333745425777472732009-01-19T17:58:00.000-06:002009-01-19T17:58:00.000-06:00I have kids AND I have run a home daycare for 15 ...I have kids AND I have run a home daycare for 15 yrs...without a doubt 2 things that are a MUST that some others have said but I will re-emphasize is...<BR/>swaddling wrap which can easily be done with a light weight blanket<BR/>AND <BR/>Bouncy seat!!!!!!<BR/>Whoever invented this is my hero! I have had kids that NOTHING else makes them happy but the bouncy seat. Its a must and they are super cheap if you want basic or a little more if you want fancy shmancy.Tracihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16008536859464383910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-62734425925066022862009-01-19T16:55:00.000-06:002009-01-19T16:55:00.000-06:00okey dokey, let me recommend a personal do and don...okey dokey, let me recommend a personal do and don't. I am kind of a granola mom and am always looking for natural remedies. Gripe Water is a good thing for every new mom to have in the medicine drawer. It is for gassy and colicy babies, but unlike milicon, it is all natural and can be used as much as needed. With our first baby, who was very colic-y, it worked like a charm. Helped us finally get some sleep.<BR/><BR/>I don't know if you are planning on having your kids close together, but I would recommend not buying a carseat/stroller combo, but instead, buy a car seat and a snap-n-go stroller that just holds the carseat and get an umbrealla stroller for when they are older. Saves lots of money and it so much less bulky. Our big stroller/carseat combo just sits in our garage because we needed a double stroller. Stupid purchase for our situation. My recommendation, just save the money and get a carseat and the snap-n-go stroller. Good luck!Meredith - Mama of FOUR!https://www.blogger.com/profile/03094651360037440705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-21135181190497721112009-01-19T16:46:00.000-06:002009-01-19T16:46:00.000-06:00Onsies, lot's of them! I am obsessed with onsies -...Onsies, lot's of them! I am obsessed with onsies - You can never have enough!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02962257837121987268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-60148985768332232952009-01-19T16:44:00.000-06:002009-01-19T16:44:00.000-06:00you have so many helpful commenters! Registering t...you have so many helpful commenters! Registering this weekend was of course amazingly overwhelming, yet fun! I got some good ideas of stuff to add to our registry so thank you for your help!<BR/><BR/>PS-One of my friends said that we need the papasan swing that swings both ways-front to back and side to sideAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-17839137764483218722009-01-19T16:37:00.000-06:002009-01-19T16:37:00.000-06:00Ok, so it looks like you will be even more overwel...Ok, so it looks like you will be even more overwelmed by the response you have gotten with this post!!<BR/>Here's my response:<BR/>For the very beginning a swaddling blanket (2). I like the basic ones that velco, and you need two so you can use one and wash one. <BR/>A breast pump (some insurances cover them, look into it). This is coming from a mom that struggled to nurse. Basicly I never made enough milk! Bummer for my kids, but the pump was so nice in the beginning when you just need it! And want daddy to feed a bottle every once in awhile! <BR/>Lastly, a swing/ or bouncer. They are great to sothe a baby. Good luck!Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12062633800870866164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-34455281054696772772009-01-19T16:16:00.000-06:002009-01-19T16:16:00.000-06:00A bouncy seat and a swing!A bouncy seat and a swing!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17990212811469278069noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4189821419772726959.post-77140496079594732762009-01-19T15:47:00.001-06:002009-01-19T15:47:00.001-06:00This comment has been removed by the author.Tyson and Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05192816279310005970noreply@blogger.com