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How Being a Mom Changes from First Baby to Second, Third…
April 16, 2018 8:00 am | by
Embrace the changing stages of life as a mom.

Like any good mom, I was spending the majority of naptime scrolling through my Instagram feed and watching Insta-stories. I came across the Insta-story of one of my author heroes, Sarah Bessey, in which she threw a birthday party for her daughter with full-blown, store-bought, brand-name, superhero-themed plates, napkins, cups, decor, all the way down to the party attire and cake. Adorable. Besides making a memory of her daughter’s special day, part of what she captured in her story was the passing of time. This was not the old familiar day from birthday’s past with hand-crafted locally-sourced party favors. This

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Babies at Work: an Update
February 24, 2018 8:36 pm | by
Babies at Work

The last few months have flown by! Tommy is now TEN months old! He’s come to work with me full-time until the past few weeks. Now, he spends 1-2 days a week with Grandma. It’s good for us both as he gets used to being with other people and I have some more time to really focus on my work. I think it’s a great transition. Going cold turkey would be really hard! As Baby Grows, Things Change Things that have changed since my last post: He’s becoming more mobile. He’s dropped his third nap. Cleaning up after lunch is messy!

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Cloth Diaper Storage Solutions
February 12, 2018 3:48 pm | by
Cloth Diaper Storage

  People often ask what is the best way to store cloth diapers. The answer? Whatever works for you! Here are some of our favorite cloth diaper storage solutions. Use your imagination! There are many fun ways to store your cloth diapers. And with bright, bold colors and fun prints like the Genius Series and Cloth Diaper Collectors Club, it can truly become a work of art. Cloth Diaper Storage Tips Make it accessible. These are, after all, going to be used to change your baby. Keep them close to your changing table or area you plan to change baby

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Valentine Gifts Babies will Love
February 2, 2018 9:25 am | by
Baby Valentine Gifts

Valentine’s Day is not just a romantic holiday. It’s a great day to celebrate love in all its forms. Let’s talk about baby Valentine gifts. I love shopping, so any excuse to give gifts to my loved ones is a no-brainer. It doesn’t have to be over the top. It can simply be a nice gesture to remind our loved ones we care. Baby Valentine Gifts Here’s a list of ideas to get you started. Is there anything your baby needs? Sometimes I save something my kiddos need, like a toothbrush, and make it part of their gift. To be

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Manual Breast Pump Review: Medela Harmony
January 15, 2018 3:25 pm | by
Medela Harmony Breast Pump Review

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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Cloth Diapers at Daycare
January 11, 2018 8:00 am | by
Real Mom Talk: Cloth Diapers at Daycare

So you’ve gotten over the learning curve of cloth diapering, and you’re loving the fuzzy bum on your new bundle of joy. It’s easy for you because you’ve got your washing routine down and all your supplies where you need them! But what about when it comes time to hand off your little one to a different caretaker? Whether it is a family member, a babysitter, a Mother’s Day Out program once a week, or even regular daycare – talking to someone who isn’t familiar with cloth diapers can be daunting! My Experience with Cloth Diapers at Daycare After my

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How to Make Super Easy Salt Dough Ornaments
December 21, 2017 4:49 pm | by
Super Easy Salt Dough Ornaments

Inspiration for Super Easy Salt Dough Ornaments Some of the most memorable ornaments on our family Christmas Tree from when I was growing up are the salt dough ornaments my mom made with one of her friends before I was born. She always said they were super easy to make. I’ve always thought about making them myself and this year I decided to go for it. After all, hers have certainly lasted the test of time… 38ish years later (pictured here on white Christmas tree). I was slightly intimidated about making these myself. My sugar cookie attempts have never seemed

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My Christmas Wish List: A Gift Guide for Kids 1-6 Years Old
November 15, 2017 1:58 pm | by

The holidays are quickly approaching and for some, that means buying gifts! I’m super excited to buy Christmas gifts for my kids because they’re at such fun ages! Here are some things on my wish list for this holiday season. My Wish List for My One-Year-Old 1. Manny + Simon Wooden Train This push train has built-in easy grip handles, so it’s perfectly made for a small child’s hand. It also has an eco-friendly construction, painted with non-toxic, water-based paints and made out of 100% pre-consumer reclaimed wood residuals. It’s going to be our “big gift” to Jackson this year – I

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What to Pack When Traveling with a Toddler
November 9, 2017 1:05 pm | by
Traveling with a toddler

My family and I recently went on a trip across the country from St. Louis to California. This was our first big trip with our little girl, who is now 2 and a half years old. We were headed to Disneyland for a couple of days, then down to San Diego for some family time at the beach. To say I was nervous about the trip would be an understatement. I had lists for my lists a month ahead of time because I was so worried I would forget something. I’ve compiled one last list for you of my must-have

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Toy Sale – 20% off now!
November 8, 2017 12:25 pm | by
Toy Sale

Get a jump start on your holiday shopping with our toy sale! For a limited time, toys are 20% off at Cotton Babies!* Check out our huge selection of toys brought in by our buyers who are real moms. They’ve selected their favorite toys and brought them together in one place. Whether you are shopping for a new baby or an active toddler or preschooler, we have toys that are sure to put a smile on their face. Genius Gifts We carry A LOT of toys for the littlest babies on up! Here are some of my favorites to help get

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