Julia Lohmeyer
Executive Assistant
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Julia joined Cotton Babies in 2016 as Executive Assistant to Jenn Labit. She’s the proud mama to a toddler and a baby. She and her husband also have 2 dogs, a cat, a turtle and a pet fish. Julia is a diehard Cardinals fan who loves spending time with her family, shopping, crafting, and binge-watching “The Office.”
www.jenniferlabit.com
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Well, we blinked and the holidays have come and gone. All that remains are a few extra pounds and likely a heap of new toys, some of which have already been abandoned. If you’re anything like us, you’ve also been bingeing on Marie Kondo and are straight up not finding the spark of joy in all of this “stuff”. Take a deep breath in. We’re right there with you. Toy Organization I am a self-proclaimed control freak. I need to know where are all the toys are at all times. If a toy has a bunch of pieces, I have a need
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Happy New Year! If Santa Claus brought your kids some new bath toys, you are in great shape for the New Year. If Santa skipped the bath toys, it may be time to introduce some good, clean fun to your household. Bath toys make getting clean more enjoyable for little ones. They can be used to distract little ones from the fact that they are supposed to be getting clean. Make it Rain! The Plui Rainball is definitely a customer and staff favorite at Cotton Babies! Fill it up and cover the hole at the top. When you let go, the
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Splish splash! Rain doesn’t have to ruin your day. With our fun accessories, you’ll be ready to embrace a rainy day dance in the drizzle! Umbrellas for a Rainy Day These color-changing umbrellas make a rainy day tons of fun. When the rain touches the umbrellas, they change color. Choose from dinosaurs, unicorns or raindrops & clouds. Ponchos Have fun splashing around puddles in an adorable poncho. Like the umbrellas, these change color when wet, too! Raincoats We adore these sweet raincoats by Skip Hop! Choose your favorite animal for the ultimate rainy day style. What are your tips for rainy day
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Keeping children warm in the winter is important, but so is car seat safety. Puffy coats can get in the way of car seat straps. If you were in a collision, the pressure of the accident could change how the child is restrained, which means the child could shift in the seat causing harm or even be ejected from the seat. Securing the child properly in the straps is key. If you have questions, refer to your owner’s manual or contact a CSPT. How to Check If a Coat is Too Puffy As a test, buckle your child in their
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We are just days away from Christmas. Are you trying to decide which activities you and your family will do this weekend? Here are a few of my favorite holiday traditions to do with my own family. Here’s a piece of advice: you don’t need to do EVERY tradition! Once you start, your kids might expect you to follow through every year. Figure out what makes you all happy and do that together. Lights Whether it’s hanging your own or driving around to look at lights, this is a relatively low-key activity that will get you all in the holiday
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Christmas is almost here! Have you checked your list twice? If you still need to get some stocking stuffers, we have the perfect gifts to brighten Christmas morning. Fidget Toys Simple Dimpl is fun for little ones all the way up to grandparents. It includes a keychain so you can take it wherever you go. “Pop” the button over and over again for hours of surprisingly satisfying fun. Another great fidget toy from Fat Brain Toys is Whirly Squigz. These spinners have suction cups. In my house, we stick them to the table, dishwasher and bathtub. They are made of silicone and
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Moms are basically the glue that holds families together. As she works tirelessly to ensure the rest of the family has an epic Christmas, she is often overlooked. She handles shopping for the kids, husband, grandparents, extended family, friends, teachers and so on. So… who’s shopping for the mom in your life? There’s no way to show mom enough gratitude, but make sure she gets what she really wants this Christmas. What would she like best? Here are some gifts to make mom smile. You know her best! What would she want? Quiet! Time to relax at the salon/spa. Hello,
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Warning: Stop reading if young eyes are reading over your shoulder. We all want the best for our kids. There are definitely different schools of thought on the magic of childhood. Do you tell your kids the 100% straightforward facts or embellish to create some childhood magic, wonder and possibly coerce them into good behavior? When it comes to science, I tell my kids the facts. We call our body parts anatomically correct names. When it comes to white lies, I am 100% guilty. We talk about Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy. It’s fun for them
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Baby’s 1st Christmas is an exciting time for new parents. Whether it’s your first baby or not, it’s an exciting milestone. Even if your baby shows little interest in festivities, have fun and enjoy it! Christmas in Style You’re likely going to have lots of opportunities for photos between visiting Santa Claus, holiday parties, church, and of, course, Christmas morning. Make sure your kiddo is prepared for the mama-razzi with stylish clothes for this occasion. Pajamas Christmas jammies are a must in my house. Pro tip: buy a year ahead of time and stock up. Pajamas don’t go out of
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We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your families and friends! We are pleased to introduce you to our newest bumGenius and Flip diaper print: Wolfgang. Wolfgang Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a prolific composer whose work significantly shaped classical music. He created more than 600 works of music, including the twelve variations on the French folk song “Ah! vous dirai-ie, maman”, better known as the famous melody for the lullaby Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star. Jane Taylor, an English poet, wrote the oft uncredited lyrics to this children’s poem. Children sing those lyrics to a melody used in a
