Many moms quickly realize after having a baby that life doesn’t slow down. Errands need to be run, deadlines need to be met, other children need care and attention, and the list goes on. What’s a new mom to do? Put on a baby sling and start getting things done. Baby carriers allow moms to hold babies and toddlers in a wide range of positions, safely and comfortably, while freeing up mom’s arms to be able to perform other tasks.
No matter what kind of birth experience you have, you will no doubt want to take a shower and freshen up after the delivery. Gently clean your hair and body with Super Sensitive Shampoo & Bodywash. California Baby’s extremely mild, no fragrance formula will not interfere with a new mom’s scent or irritate a new baby who cannot tolerate fragrance. Soften your skin with Bodymilk Extra Mild Lotion from Little Twig. This fragrance-free organic lotion contains shea-butter to nourish dry skin, and is perfect for soothing your newborn baby’s sensitive skin.
After the birth, a neo-natal nurse will usually teach new parents how to fold a square blanket into a triangle for easy swaddling. With a Swanky Swaddler blanket, you will be able to wrap your baby with ease. This plush cotton blanket is designed in the shape of a triangle to take the guess work out of swaddling, an ancient art to soothe a baby and mimic the feeling of the womb. Don’t forget the adorable matching Swanky Hat.
Even though most hospitals provide blankets and hats for newborns, new parents might want to pack a special blanket. When family and friends come to see (and photograph) the new baby, you’ll enjoy wrapping your precious infant in a super soft Organic Zoo Blanket, from Austrian designer David Fussenegger, that features whimsical animals on natural 100% Organic Cotton. The neutral colors on this luxurious blanket make it ideal for parents who choose not to know the gender of their baby before the delivery. Keep baby’s pacifier close by with a Butterfly Pacifier Clip, featuring multi-colored Swarovski Crystal butterflies spaced between sterling silver plated butterflies. This elegant, stylish clip attaches the pacifier to the baby’s clothing, bib, or blanket.
Modern lifestyles can leave parents with little time to relax. Many moms and dads are finding themselves feeling impatient and crabby due to the prolonged sleep deprivation that can often go hand-in-hand with parenthood. The National Sleep Foundation found that many parents are carrying around a “sleep debt”. Modern Kid Stuff believes that parents need to make getting a good night sleep a priority–both for kids and parents–because if children are having trouble sleeping, their parents are too.
A consistent bedtime routine will help babies and children fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Sleep doctors recommend having a consistent nighttime ritual, because familiarity is comforting to babies and kids. A bath before bed with all natural Overtired & Cranky bubble bath (with bubble wand) can calm a difficult toddler. This chemical-free bubble bath from California Baby contains aromatherapy essential oils that will safely soothe the fussiest baby. After bath, massage baby with organic body lotion from Little Twig. This hypoallergenic formula contains lavender and lemon to soothe the mind, plus Vitamin E and Jojoba Oil to soften the skin. Little Twig products do not contain mineral oil, parabens, synthetic fragrances, or artificial colors.
Many parents find themselves just crashing into bed (or on the couch) at the end of every hectic day, forgetting that bedtime rituals aren’t just for kids. Run a hot bath and pour in a few drops of Earthworks luxurious bath oil. Each fragrantly exquisite bath oil will moisturize your skin while pampering your spirit with its sophisticated aromatherapy. After bath, nourish your skin with Earthworks Pur-Essence body lotion. Each aromatherapy body lotion is made with shea butter, jojoba and coconut oil combined with grapeseed oil (a natural anti-oxidant), as well as soothing, healing calendula and neem oil.
Modern Kid Stuff has sustainable Mother’s Day gifts for the Modern Mama in your life. The luxurious Classic Leather Diaper Bag from celebrity-favorite designer Paulina Quintana is so stylish it is sure to be Mom’s favorite purse long after the kids are out of diapers. For busy Moms who rush out of the house each day with a different purse, the clever Daisy Diaper Clutch by Super Natural Baby easily transfers baby’s essentials into Mom’s chosen bag. Each diaper clutch is designed to carry art supplies, knitting or even make-up, after baby potty trains. Looking for a gift for a Mom-To-Be this Mother’s Day? Expecting Mothers will enjoy this beautiful Butterfly Pacifier Clip featuring multi-colored Swarovski Crystal butterflies and sterling silver plated butterflies. When baby outgrows this special paci clip, Mom will enjoy using it to attach her keys to various purses and bags. Each beautiful gift is thoughtfully designed to help make Mom’s life a little prettier and more organized. Who wouldn’t enjoy that?
How cool is Karim Rashid? Correct answer: too cool! Encourage your child to develop their own modern style with this chair created by a designer who has been instrumental in bringing design sensibility to the masses. The Kapsule Chair is sturdy, yet child friendly with Karim Rashid’s trademark soft contours. Naturally multi-functional due to its storage and seating capabilities, yet it is compact enough to be perfect for small spaces. The Kapsule Chair was named “one of the best product designs of the year” as a recipient of the Silver level Industrial Design Excellence Award (IDEA).
Girls will twirl and flounce into Spring in Deux par Deux‘s cheerful Obladi skirt set. Bright colorful flowers and ruffles adorn this playful skirt. The soft knit sleeveless top adorned with hearts and flowers features a satin bow. Add the matching knit cardigan with tangerine pom-poms on cool spring days. Girls love creating new looks by mixing and matching their clothes. The Obladi sleeveless blouse looks great under the knit cardigan with jeans.
