Posts tagged: Second Trimester

Ready to start your baby registry? Read on for a guide on when the proper time is to make a baby registry.

Expecting a new addition to your family and trying to narrow down exactly what you’ll need? When it comes to building a baby registry list, you want to have all your bases covered, and that means more baby items than you can shake a stick at. But, if you’re wondering what exactly to put on your baby registry, the short answer is—a little of everything. From on-the-go gear to nursery staples, this step-by-step guide will take you through all the baby registry must haves in order to create a baby...

How to Create a Baby Registry: A Guide Before you welcome a new bundle of joy into your life, there’s plenty of preparation needed. From baby-proofing your staircase to designing the perfect nursery, expecting parents have their work cut out for them. Luckily, you can build a baby registry to allow friends and family to contribute all the baby essentials you might need—without all that much time or effort, either. And if you’re wondering how to create a baby registry, this guide will show the way. If you’re not sure...

How To Share Your Baby Registry From picking out colors for the nursery to deciding on a name, preparing for a baby is a thrilling adventure. One of the most exciting parts? Building and figuring out what to put on a baby registry. As you add adorable, bibs, stuffed animals, and more baby essentials to your gift registry, the idea of dressing your little one, introducing them to new foods, and watching them discover their brand new world becomes that much more real.  But as you build your registry, you...

What to Look For in a High Chair Baby meets food somewhere between four and six months (make sure to check with your own pediatrician). So before that happens, you’ll need a high chair. Like most baby gear, there’s a whole slew of factors to consider, so let us walk you through it all with everything to consider when selecting a high chair for your baby. Space: High chairs can have a larger footprint than you anticipate. If you’re short on space, opt for one that hooks on to a...

Choosing a Nursery Rocking Chair You’re going to log many many many hours in this chair, so you want to be sure it checks all the necessary boxes. Here’s what to consider before purchasing a glider for your nursery. Rocker vs Glider: What’s the difference? A rocker moves in an arc, and a glider goes front to back on a stationery track. It’s a personal preference, so give them both a whirl. Comfort: You’ll be feeding and rocking that baby on the regular at 3am, so comfort is paramount. Make...

How to Choose a Crib Tada! The crib. It’s the focal point of the nursery and your baby’s dream life, so you want one that speaks to your design aesthetic, but also keeps baby safe and sound while they sleep. Ask yourself the following questions, then choose the one that makes sense and makes you swoon. Mobility: Is it on wheels? If so, make sure they lock. This is a consideration mostly if it doubles as a mini crib/bassinet, as you’ll want to be able to roll it into your...

Your registry called and it needs you to make a decision on a stroller STAT! Oh, and no pressure -- there are only 1,000 different ones out there to choose from.  It’s one of the biggest and most important items on your registry, but asking yourself key questions can help you figure out which one will work best. Breathe, we’ve got this.

While most new moms pack their baby registry with bottles and nursing gear, fewer have time to map out the kitchen tools they’ll crave in four to six months when baby starts on solids. (Truth: your itty bitty newborn will be snacking on sweet potato faster than you think!) Registered dietitians Amanda Baker Lemein and Julie Pappas did the vetting for you—check out their favorite mom-tested, expert-approved feeding tools that make prepping nutritious meals and snacks a whole lot easier—and actually a lot of fun. Puree dispensing spoon The Boon...

There’s really only one thing you can bet on when it comes to delivering a baby—unpredictability! Babies tend to arrive on their own schedule, in their own way. But there are lots of choices to be made in the delivery room, and before the action starts, it’s helpful to write down your preferences and hopes in a “birth plan.” (Because hey—even if that all natural water birth doesn’t go as planned, you’ve still got control over the music.) To get started, create a bulleted list answering these questions: Who should...