Category Archives: Age 0-1 year

Robeez weekend & sandal collections

RobeezsummerShoes, shoes, shoes.  I think Madelyn has more shoes than I’ve had in my entire life.   She has pink shoes, red shoes, black shoes, striped shoes, shoes with flowers on them, shoes with x-bones on them, and so many more. 

In the photo to the right Madelyn is wearing a pair of shoes from Robeez’s new Weekend Collection.  They are super easy to get on and off with the help of a tab on the heel, and the multi-colored striped elastic on the sides makes them wearable with almost any outfit.  There are five striped colors choices and four solid color choices in the Weekend Collection.

I also like the new line of Robeez sandals.   Madelyn has the classic style (to the left) which reminds me of sandals I’m Robeezsummersandalwearing in photographs from the late 70’s. 

They may look like the sandals we wore as children but they are not nearly the same.  They aren’t stiff as thick wooden boards, but instead have soft leather soles and Velcro straps take the place of the buckles that were on the 1970’s sandals.

I’ve always liked Robeez shoes.  They offer both classic and trendy styles and more importantly, they are made to be comfortable for little feet like Madelyn’s.  Robeez shoes are available for babies up to 24 months but I have found that they run a little big. Madelyn will be 2 May 9th and I’m sure she will be able to wear the sandals through most of this year and she is not a smaller than average child.

WEBSITE:  Check these collections out at Robeez.

Teething Pendant from Smart Mom Jewelry

Madelyn turns two May 9th and still loves to chew on her ‘SmartMom Jewelry’ Teething Pendant. Granted, I get to wear the pendant but she loves to clamp her teeth down on the pendant as if she was eating a the best, most rare, absolutely delicious caviar in the world.

These teething pendants are beautifully crafted and are made from food-safe, phthalate-free, federally-approved silicone.

With several shapes and colors to choose from you are sure to find a pendant fits your style. Keep in mind that these teething pendants are for mom to wear, not baby!

SmartMom Jewelry’s innovative teething pendants are sure to help soothe even the fussiest of teething babies. Give one to Grandma so your baby has the same soothing comfort when away from you.

Learn more about SmartMom Jewelry’s Teething Pendants here.

Kangaroo Towel from Small Made Simple

The Kangaroo Towel is one of those products that I wish I had when Madelyn was an infant.

This towel makes bath time so much easier than the typical bath time routine. Mom wears the towel to keep dry while bathing baby then places baby in the towel when finished. Baby is covered from head to toe and the towel is comfortable for mom to wear.

Sebastian calls me a ‘germaphobe’. I hate bathrooms and don’t understand why we are supposed to keep our toothbrush in a small room where we pee!? What I am getting at is that I don’t like to lay a towel on the floor to put Madelyn on when she is done bathing. Yuck! I wouldn’t lay on a bathroom floor so why should I put a towel that I am about to use, on the floor?

The Kangaroo Towel‘s adjustable length ensures that babies from newborn to 1 year old are cozy and secure in the towel. The plush terry is great for keeping baby warm after her bath.

The Kangaroo Towel is an innovative product that I think every parent of a newborn – 1 year old should have at least one of.

Visit Mom4Life to learn more or buy a Kangaroo Towel for you & your baby.

Chicco Lullaby Playard

The combination of bells and whistles, comfort, and ease of use make the Chicco Lullaby LX Playard a mommy must have.  I don’t know a single parent that doesn’t or didn’t have a play pen for their baby.  I am a big proponent of play pens.  How else can parents cook, help big brother with homework, and fold the laundry while the baby is awake and in need of attention?  Gather baby’s favorite books and toys, put them in the Playard and then add baby.  It’s a recipe for success!

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The Chicco Lullaby LX Playard is perfect for playtime and
nap time. Among other obvious uses, I used the Playard as Madelyn’s snack area and she loved it.  Unlike her last play pen that didn’t have any bells and whistles, the Chicco Lullaby LS Playard has plenty of things to keep Madelyn occupied including the little animals that that are initially attached to the removable play mat but come off easily for older baby’s to use inside the Playard. 

The thickly padded, quilted
mattress
can be removed for easy machine washing. To meet the
needs of smaller babies, the Lullaby LX includes a bassinet with an
elevated changing table. The Lullaby LX also has a toy gym with plush
toys that can be used on the bassinet or as a play mat. To help your
child sleep, you can turn on music, vibration and a night light.  The remote control allows you to adjust the sound, vibration and night light settings without your child seeing or hearing you.

The push-button folding mechanism, compact fold, and wheels make the put up, take down and transport of the Chicco Lullaby LX Playard a breeze.  When you are not using the Playard, simply store it in the matching cargo bag.

WEBSITE: Chicco Lullaby LX Playard

Stroller Snuggle Bag

SillybillyzstrollersnugglebagKeeping baby warm while out and about in the winter and on cool spring days can be a challenge.  Silly Billyz Stroller Snuggle Bag is a great solution for those times when you need to get out but it’s too cold for baby.  The Stroller Snuggle Bag gives you the motivation you might need to get your outdoor exercise in on those chilly mornings.

This wind and water resistant stroller Snuggle Bag will keep your little one cozy, warm
and dry while out. It has a fully removable zip front cover
and a nylon front and fleece or sherpa inside. The stroller Snuggle Bag
works with most 3 and 5 point harness systems and is generously sized
for babies and toddlers up to age 3.  The snuggle bag is machine washable and can be tumbled dried so there is no need to worry about messes.

The stroller snuggle bag is available in pink, blue and cinnamon to accommodate both boys and girls and those who prefer a gender neutral color will appreciate the cinnamon snuggle bag.  This makes a great baby shower or new baby gift. 

When not on her stroller, Madelyn often uses her stroller snuggle bag like a sleeping bag.  She slips inside and then places the zipper cover over herself and gets comfy.  Very cute!

Silly Billyz also sells play blankets that look super comfy, long sleeve bibs, biblets, and more.

We have two Silly Billyz Stroller Snuggle Bags to give away!

To enter:
– Email alicia @ themommyinsider.com
– Attach a photograph of your adorable 0-3 year old
– Tell us the name and child of the child in the photograph (first name only)
– Put "silly billyz stroller snuggle bag" in the subject line of the email
– I will choose a winner at random April 5th. 
– The winner will be notified by email so be sure to use an email address that you check often. 
– We are collecting photographs of our readers super cute children to be featured on The Mommy Insider so enter only if you are OK with your child’s photograph, first name and age being shown on the site.

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Silly Billyz Stroller Snuggle Bag