Sarah Caldwell

Sarah is a mother of four, so if you ask her why she enjoys writing about all things baby, she'll probably yell it at you over kids fighting, while wearing a spit-stained t-shirt, sanitizing bottles, and coordinating who's going to get the boys to baseball practice tonight. She's in the thick of it, knows a lot, and wants to help you get excited about motherhood, too.

Best Strong Baby Girl Names for 2021

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Naming your baby is one of the most exciting parts of becoming a parent. If you’re expecting a girl, there are a lot of names out there that have a lot of significance, and there are so many options that you may be a bit overwhelmed.

Some people don’t place much significance on a name, but most people think that a name means a lot. In fact, all names came from somewhere. There’s a meaning behind them, you just have to find it.

Learning the history and the meaning behind a name is really fascinating, and it could help you figure out what you want to name your baby. It can give your little girl a sense of individuality and help her feel special.

Why Names are Important

Think about how you feel or what you think every time you hear someone’s name. You probably make a few assumptions about their character or who they are based on how their name sounds, don’t you?

For example, if I said my name was Dorothy, how would you picture me? Would I be a 16-year-old blo

Mimijumi bottle Review: Will Your Baby Love It?

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Whether you plan to breastfeed or formula feed, you’ll need bottles. Whether it’s for exclusive feeding, for pumping, or for storage, bottles that mimic the breast are the best option for your baby because it promotes a smooth transition and a healthy latch.

While nipple confusion and problems latching are rare, it can be scary, especially for new moms, so having a bottle that gives you an extra bit of comfort can mean the world.

Who the Mimijumi is For

The team at Mimijumi developed this bottle for breastfeeding moms who want to avoid nipple confusion. Moms who are moving from breast to bottle often have a big dilemma.

Bottle feeding can often also make your baby too lazy to breastfeed. It offers them instant gratification, whereas latching to a breast is a bit harder and they have to work for a letdown. The flow is much slower.

However, the Mimijumi solves that problem. The slow flow nipples are meant to mimic the flow of the breast so your baby won’t get th

How to Find the Best Crib Sheets and Which to Buy

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It doesn’t matter whether you’re planning on having an elaborate nursery design or a very simple furniture set. Shopping for your baby is both fun and overwhelming. When it comes to picking out crib sheets, there’s a lot to choose from.

However, it’s important not to get overwhelmed with the wealth of options, especially because not all of the options on the market are the best. In fact, there are still some really unsafe crib outfits for sale in many stores.

Don’t be fooled, and don’t spend a fortune. Safety should be your first priority, but you can also save a ton and still have a sweet nursery at the same time if you know what to look for and what you need.

Getting Started

Your baby is going to be sleeping for up to 18 hours a day in the beginning, so you want your nursery

Chicco Mini Bravo Plus Travel System

Chicco Mini Bravo Plus Travel System Review

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Chicco is an Italian company that has been around for more than 60 years. They’ve been in the baby business for a long time, so their products have become synonymous with trust and reliability.

The Mini Bravo Plus Travel System weighs less than 20 pounds, but what it’s missing in heft, it makes up for in functionality. It has plenty of useful features including a huge canopy, a self-standing fold, deep reclining seat, compatibility with infant car seats, child tray, and parent tray.

General Specifications:

  • Folds easily and compactly
  • Full coverage canopy
  • Smooth steering
  • Large storage basket
  • Child tray and parent tray
  • Infant car seat compatibility

The Seat

The weight capacity of the seat is 50 pounds, so you can use this stroller well into toddlerhood. The seat is 25 inches tall from the bottom of the seat to the top of the canopy.

You can adjust the backrest into three dif

Chicco Active3 Review

Chicco Active3 Review [2021]: Is It The Best Fit For You?

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Chicco isn’t normally in the business of offering all-terrain strollers, and you should honestly probably take that as a hint before buying a jogging stroller from a brand that is more versed in building stroller systems.

If your primary goal is keeping cost down, then Chicco might be the way to go, but it’s tough to maneuver, seems a bit flimsy, and doesn’t perform as well as other jogging strollers that are more worth their price point.

However, the Chicco Activ3 is lightweight, with small rear wheels. You can use it for your regular outings and for exercise. It’s much easier to maneuver walking than it is running, and it will keep your baby comfortable.

General specifications:

  • Control console with hand-operated brake and swivel controls
  • Multi-position reclining seat with mesh backrest
  • Accepts Chicco KeyFit and Fit2 car seats with c
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Lullaby Crib Mattress Review [2021]: Is It The Best For Your Baby?

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Lullaby Earth offers three different crib mattress models: Healthy Support, Breeze Air 2-stage, and Breeze Air Mini. All of their mattresses are made from a recycled polyester with a waterproof surface, which we all know is key when you have an infant.

The polyethylene they use meets food contact standards and is completely recyclable. All Lullaby Earth mattresses are certified by Greenguard Gold, they are UL-certified formaldehyde-free and certified by Made Safe.

As you can probably tell by the name, every mattress they sell is ultra-breathable, but you may choose to cover them with a breathable mattress topper of your choice. They offer a Breeze Air breathable mattress topper and a Wisp Air breathable mattress topper.

The Breeze Air 2-stage mattress offers dual firmness, so you can transition your toddler out of their crib mattress and into a toddler mattress with ease, using the same product you already have.

Standards for Manufacturing

Holle Goat vs Cow Milk Formula [2021 Comparison]

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As a parent, you want the best nutrition for your baby. It’s your job to equip them with everything they need to thrive. However, finding the right formula can be a difficult task because there are so many options available to you.

Not only that, but there are a lot of bad options out there, so it can be hard to find a formula that has everything you want, without everything you don’t.

Thankfully, the European Union requires formula manufacturers to adhere to stricter standards than in the United States, to make sure these formulas don’t have any dangerous artificial ingredients.

There are plenty of formula brands that are a lot healthier. Holle is one of them. Holle offers both goat milk and cow milk formulas that are organic. They don’t have any of the potentially harmful ingredients that formula manufacturers in the United States use.

Main Differences Between Holle Goat and Cow Milk Formula

The main differences between Holle goat and cow milk formula are:

2 Month Old Baby Feeding Schedule Examples

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Every baby is different, so even a sample feeding or sleeping schedule could be all wrong for you. However, you shouldn’t let that stop you from doing your best to get advice from experts as well as other moms.

As a matter of fact, there’s no reason to reinvent the wheel if someone has already found something that works for them.

However, one problem you might encounter is that a feeding schedule is reliant on much more than when your baby might be hungry. It can have a huge impact on health and sleep, so you should do all the research possible before settling on something you think may work.

Feeding schedules will also depend on your child’s age, developmental progress, health issues, and much more.

Tips to Make the Schedule Easier to Manage

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At two months old, a schedule may still be wishful

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