Has your child ever gone through a phase where they were afraid of the bathtub or protested bathing in general? It can be exhausting. We tried bargaining, reasoning, begging. Even getting in the tub with my daughter to show her the bath wasn’t scary. From my experience, finding quality bath toy, like Boon Bubbles, is a great way to get kids to actually enjoy taking a bath. Get some awesome toys and make it an exciting privilege. “You GET to play with this… but only in the tub!” My daughter received some bath toys for Christmas and literally wanted to
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Our hearts are pounding because we’re thrilled to see one of best selling Genius Series prints, Lovelace, back in stock! Lovelace is now available in all styles of bumGenius and Flip cloth diapers! Why We Love Lovelace We love celebrating geniuses and now’s a great time to reintroduce Lovelace as we near Valentine’s Day. It literally has “LOVE” in its name. We, of course, love the design and how it looks, but we also adore the genius behind it. This whimsical scrolling floral pattern has a hand-drawn rainbow sketch aesthetic inspired by Ada Lovelace, a brilliant mathematician who is also considered the
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This past Christmas, my kids were very fortunate to receive some really cool toys. Now that we’ve had a few weeks to enjoy them, Whirly Squigz are coming out as a top toy in my house. What are Whirly Squigz? Whirly Squigz remind me of fidget spinners, which have been a huge fad, but they’re safe for little ones(6 months and up). And honestly, they’re even cooler. A pack includes 3 Whirly Squigz made out of colorful BPA-free silicone. Each Whirly Squigz has a suction cup on the back. They spin around with just a flick and keep on spinning. They’re
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One of my favorite parts of working at Cotton Babies is seeing the latest baby gear firsthand. There are constantly new and exciting things coming to market. Shopping for friends and family members as they welcome new babies and celebrate milestones is so much fun. I absolutely love when people ask me for registry or gift tips because I really and truly and enjoy discussing the pros and cons of different products. Of course, every mom has different reasons for liking different products. While I agree with the list below, it is based off our bestselling baby gear, not just
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Are you looking for a manual breast pump? The Medela Harmony is a great, affordable option that allows you to express breastmilk for baby to take a bottle. Medela Harmony Features There are several reasons you may prefer to use a manual breast pump instead of an electric. Price. A manual pump will be less expensive than an electric pump. Make sure you check with your insurance company to see if they will cover the cost of a breast pump. Portable. A manual breast pump can go anywhere with you. The Medela Harmony is small enough to fit in your
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Voting is now open for the 2018 Cribsie Awards! bumGenius is a Finalist for Favorite Cloth Diaper in the nursery category. Show your support by voting for bumGenius as your favorite cloth diaper! The Cribsie Awards What are the Cribsie Awards, you might ask? The Cribsie Awards are a parenting award co-hosted by StrollerTraffic and The Baby Guy. Parents elect their favorite brands and services from a curated list of best-of-the-best finalists, across six categories. The mission of the Cribsie Awards is to recognize the best brands, products, services, and websites for babies, tots, and the parents who adore them. We’re in
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Make your list and check it twice! There’s nothing worse than realizing you forgot to pick up a gift for someone. Don’t let this happen to you! Make a holiday shopping list now. My love language is all about giving gifts, so I feel so guilty when someone has been overlooked. To me, it’s the thought that counts. And if I actually forgot to think about someone, that makes me feel terrible. Here’s a pretty lengthy list of people you may need to shop for and some gift suggestions. Gifts can quickly get out of control, so feel free to
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Make sure your presents arrive in time for the holiday! Follow our recommended shipping deadlines below to make sure your gift makes it to your celebration. Hanukkah Shipping Schedule Arrive by Tuesday, December 12 Economy – December 4 Expedited – December 6 Express – December 7 Overnight – December 8 Christmas Shipping Schedule Arrive by December 24 Economy – December 15 Expedited – December 18 Express – December 20 Overnight – December 21
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Strong businesses and strong business owners help communities grow stronger, building bridges and breaking down walls. These women have spoken up, created powerful goals, amazing products, and are working to make their small businesses successful, build families, and build communities. TPMOCS is receiving a grant from Cotton Babies for $1500 to help in the growth of her business. Meet Maria Running Fisher Jones! Business Name: TPMOCS Product: Authentic moccasins. Each pair is cut, sewn, sinewed and branded by Native American artisans. Moccasins are handcrafted every step of the way to ensure quality. Custom moccasins available, too. Owner: Maria Running Fisher Jones
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Strong businesses and strong business owners help communities grow stronger, building bridges and breaking down walls. These women have spoken up, created powerful goals, amazing products, and are working to make their small businesses successful, build families, and build communities. Melanin Mommy is receiving a grant from Cotton Babies for $1500 to help in the growth of her business. Business Name: Melanin Mommy Product: Hey Carter! Books Owner: Thomishia Booker @melaninmommy @heycarterbooks Tell us a little bit about yourself… My name is Thomishia but my friends and family call me Mishi. You can call me Mishi too! My husband and I live