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Summer Baby Roundup 2018!

June 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Summer is here! Can you believe it?! Here are Summer Must-haves for mom and baby (or toddler!)

Is your beach umbrella always blowing down the beach? This one will solve that annoying problem!

#1 Noblo Umbrella Buddy

A beautiful beach day can turn ugly fast with a fly away beach umbrella. This can cause nasty injuries to your kids or other beachgoers. I love the Noblo Umbrella Buddy is a clever beach umbrella anchor. Very compact so you won’t notice anything extra in your beach bag. This unique, eco-friendly nylon bag fills up with beach sand, then attaches to your beach umbrella, and voila!  You can relax knowing your beach umbrella won’t blow away.  Plus, this can double as a bag to put things in while walking to and from the beach!

Step 1:  Fill the reusable Noblo bag with sand and cinch closed.
Step 2:  Attach Velcro strap above umbrella spokes.
Step 3:  Set Noblo on the site and enjoy your day at the beach

For best results: Face the Noblo on the sand in the direction the wind is coming from.

*Invented by an amazing mom and made in the USA

PRICE: $20 (choice of blue or red)

I love how this is so very compact and easy to take with you and it really works too!

Protect your baby’s bum during the time when it’s most susceptible to getting diaper rash! Enter: Boudreaux’s Butt Paste –  the perfect product to help soothe your little cutie ’s diaper rash!

Try Butt Paste’s top-selling product:

  • Maximum Strength Butt Paste has twice the rash-kicking ingredients with 16% zinc – This thick diaper rash cream is great for sensitive skin in the hot Summer weather!

This one really works and really is a must-have every time of the year!

I just love these items for baby!

  Baby Magic’s Original Hair & Body Wash (SRP: $2.99) is a perfect hypoallergenic product for both baby and mom’s sensitive skin! This wash can be used to bathe a little one and also as a gentle makeup remover. Plus it’s also tear-free and perfect for taking off stubborn mascara!

        To keep your skin hydrated, Baby Magic’s Creamy Baby Oil (SRP: $2.99) is an amazing product to use after shaving! This Creamy Oil soothes and moisturizes skin and will give skin a beautiful glow.

I actually had to try the Baby Magic’s Original Hair & Body Wash to see if it removes mascara and was really impressed! These are items definitely to take with you on summer travels!

 

Babo Botanicals is a must-have for baby this summer! I love that it is gentle! I also love that it is a sport stick and has SPF 30.

You can buy at www.babobotanicals.com 

Find them on Social Media too!

https://www.facebook.com/babobotanicals

https://www.instagram.com/babobotanicals

https://twitter.com/babobotanicals

I simply love this one! You can actually turn any cup into a sippy cup! The Siliskin Sippy Top is a universal silicone top that stretches over and grips the top of any size cup while air suction keeps the top in place. New design for added stretch and durability. Add the Siliskin Sippy Top to the Siliskin Cup, Siliskin Glass or any cup of your choice to make it an instant sippy! Comes as a 2 pack. Time to GoSili!

About GoSili®

Traverse City-based GoSili was founded in 2006 by Stacey Feeley and Giuliana Schwab with the mission of Waste Less!  GoSili designs and manufactures silicone tableware products for the whole family.  The excessive use and waste of disposable paper and plastic inspired the GoSili founders to create a modern line incorporating all the practical benefits that silicone has to offer.  GoSili is the parent company of the award-winning children’s silicone products brand Silikids.  GoSili products make the basics better by bringing an alternative to plastic, bridging the gap between great design and affordability while improving the way we live! A win-win for all!  For more information visit www.gosili.com.

MAM Clear pacifier for summer babies!

These are super cute! Just looking at them makes me think of summer!

About MAM – standard setting baby products

MAM combines technological innovation, medical function and contemporary design to develop superior baby care products that support a baby’s development from day one. Since MAM developed its first pacifier in Vienna in 1976, it has evolved to become a global authority on baby care product design and quality. Today MAM products are used by families in over 60 countries and on six continents. To find out more and view MAM’s baby care range of award-winning pacifiers, bottles, cups, teethers, oral care items, coordinating accessories and gift sets visitwww.mambaby.com.

 Join the MAM Club today and receive a free 2-pack of pacifiers with $25 purchase + free shipping on shopmambaby.com and be the first to know on news of special offers, promotions and new product introductions from MAM!

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You can buy them at http://www.shopmambaby.com/

Looking for a really cool Water bottle for your little one? Stuck On You Drink Bottles are super cool and I love how you can personalize them and love the variety of designs!

About Stuck on You

 

Australia based Stuck On You was founded in 1995 by Carrie Felton, a mom of three boys.  A global leader in personalized products for baby & beyond, Stuck On You products are available in more than 15 countries.  Felton created Stuck On You to celebrate the individuality of every name, bring joy to new parents with unique, timeless products for every child, save families time, energy and money and help them to lead a more organized life.  In addition to a broad offering of labels, the Stuck On You collection includes activity and personalized books, durable and stylish bags, lunchboxes and drink bottles, stationery, bag tags and gorgeous gifts for all ages.

Follow Stuck on You:

https://www.facebook.com/StuckOnYouUS/

https://www.instagram.com/stuckonyouofficial/

https://twitter.com/StuckOnYouTweet

https://au.pinterest.com/StuckonYouAust/

https://www.youtube.com/user/StuckonYouLabels

https://www.linkedin.com/organization/935409/admin/updates

According to the CDC, millions of children get sick from the flu each year. Little ones can still get sick in the summer too! With NurturMe’s Super Immunity Power Blends, you can give your child that extra help to boost their immune system and keep them happy and healthy.

The Organic Super Immunity Power Blends lineup is comprised of four fruit + veggie blends. They are the first and only pouches with Staimune™, a strain of GanedenBC30®, which are inactivated cultures that have been shown to support immune health. All Organic Power Blend products are concentrate-free.

You can find them at https://nurturme.com/collections/power-blends/

These aren’t just for babies! They are also for Toddlers and Kids!

Water play is so important for little ones! With the summer heat, water play is a must! One of my favorites is the Edushape Sensory Hoops! This one is a lot of fun and great for the bath! I highly recommend this one! The balls can also be used as a stand-alone toy and I like that it can also be used in a small pool. You can find this one on Amazon.com. I’m a big fan of Edushape’s products and suggest checking out their other water play toys! 

Good Clean Fun. Introducing the Baby Bum Collection

Plant-based formulas nourish, protect and hydrate our next generation

 

The new Baby Bum Collection was developed by a community of people who know what it means to bask in the wonder that comes with being connected to nature. Created with some of the earth’s most treasured ingredients, the new collection offers products for the youngest members of our families and friends with sensitive skin.

We know that baby’s skin is way different than our own. Their skin is still developing and is super sensitive to the environment. We made Baby Bum products with the promise to nurture and defend—because there’s nothing more important than knowing that the people you love are protected.

Baby Bum is free of all the stuff that just doesn’t work for our families – parabens, dyes, and phthalates to name a few.  Nothing goes into our products without going through our families first. That’s a promise. But we do add in the stuff we can’t get enough of – therapeutic Sea Minerals, Monoi Coconut Oil, Banana, Aloe and White Ginger. Each product is tested (and loved) by pediatricians and dermatologists. Our kids love ‘em, we love ‘em, and we hope you love ‘em too.

The Baby Bum Collection from the creators of Sun Bum® includes:

 

  • Baby Bum Shampoo & Wash ($9.99): Keeping squeaky clean is super fun with our foaming head to toe, tear-free Shampoo & Wash. Specifically formulated to be gentle on baby’s skin using some of earth’s most treasured ingredients, like therapeutic Sea Minerals, Monoi Coconut Oil and tropical extracts. It’s a gentle full body cleanser the entire family is sure to love. Also, available in a Fragrance-Free formula.
    • To Use: Pump two times into hands or washcloth. Massage into your little one’s skin and hair and rinse well. Follow with your favorite Baby Bum lotion.

 

  • Baby Bum Bubble Bath ($9.99): Transform bath time into a seafoam oasis for you and your baby. Gentle minerals, emollients and other ingredients from the earth and sea create perfect, tear-free bubbles for non-stop foamy fun.
    • To Use: Pour a handful of our bubble bath into the tub under warm, running water.

 

 

  • Baby Bum Natural Monoi Coconut Balm ($12.99): Massage, pamper and soothe dry, sensitive skin with our plant-based, multi-purpose balm. Every tub is infused with Monoi Coconut Oil derived from Tiare flower petals, so baby’s (and mom’s) skin stays smooth and moisturized. Restorative and rich Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters nourish and hydrate skin.
    • To Use: Melt a small amount of balm in your hands and apply to skin. Product consistency varies with temperature.

 

Baby Bum Diaper Rash Cream ($9.99): This plant based, soothing cream helps treat and prevent diaper rash, creating a moisture barrier for your baby’s bum. A blend of Zinc oxide, Monoi Coconut Oil and Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters nourish and hydrate, preventing discomfort and bringing relief to irritated skin.

    • To Use: Cleanse and dry the diaper area. Apply cream liberally—as often as necessary—with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or any time that exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged.
  • Baby Bum Hand Sanitizer ($3.99): A no-rinse antibacterial spray derived from sugar cane alcohol and infused with oils and fruit extracts. The non-drying formula leaves skin soft and germ-free without drying out little hands. Tested to kill 99.9% of germs, without harsh chemicals.
    • To Use: Spray enough product into palms to thoroughly cover your hands. Rub hands together briskly until dry.
  • Baby Bum Everyday Lotion ($9.99): Keep skin baby-soft and smooth with our non-greasy, soothing, moisturizing lotion. Formulated with some of the earth’s most treasured ingredients, such as Monoi Coconut Oil and Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters, this gentle lotion lets you literally spread the love. Naturally fragranced, but also available in a Fragrance-Free formula.
    • To Use: Massage liberally into clean, dry skin. Our Everyday Lotion is gentle and effective for the entire family to enjoy. Please do.
  • Baby Bum Calming Lotion ($9.99): Slow it down with our Lavender Coconut Calming Lotion. The non-greasy formula is lovingly infused with our best kept island secrets to have your baby dreaming before you know it. Restorative and rich Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters nourish and hydrate the skin while calming Lavender soothes your little one to la-la-land.
    • To Use: Apply a small amount of lotion onto palms and gently massage into desired area of skin. For best results apply to clean, dry skin. Nite Nite.

 

  • Baby Bum Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 ($13.99): Broad spectrum, lightweight, and non-greasy, our SPF 50 sunscreen lotion protects your little one from UVA/UVB rays. The 100% mineral-based protection applies and absorbs easily, while the formula’s blend of restorative Coconut Oil and rich Shea and Cocoa butters nourish and hydrate skin.
    • To Use: Apply liberally 15 minutes before exposure. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, at least every two hours.

 

  • Baby Bum Mineral Sunscreen Face Stick SPF 50 ($9.99): Our super-safe, mineral-based formula—but in stick form. Perfect for the face—especially little lips, noses and ears—the broad spectrum, lightweight, non-greasy, mineral-based formula glides on easy to protect the skin from UVA/UVB rays.
    • To Use: Apply liberally 15 minutes before exposure. Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, at least every two hours.

Every product in the Baby Bum Collection is:

  • Hypoallergenic: Formulated to be gentle and non irritating for your little one
  • Pediatrician Approved and Dermatologist Tested: Safe for babies, kids and those with sensitive skin
  • Plant Based: Made from the best stuff on earth
  • Gluten Free: Safe for those with gluten sensitivities
  • Paraben and Phthalate Free: Made without these chemicals and preservatives
  • Formaldehyde Donor, Dye, Sulfate, Silicone, Glycol, Retinyl Palmitate, Triclosan, and Talc Free: None of those nasties
  • Naturally Fragranced or Fragrance-Free: Our natural fragrance is a blend of fresh green coconut, sweet vanilla and tonka bean
  • Product of the USA: Made right here in the land of the free and the home of the brave.
  • Cruelty Free: Never tested on animals

I really love these products and recommend them for the whole family this summer!

Find the collection at babybum.com.

    

I love these two products from BooginHead!

Get a Grip!  Thanks to “Mompreneur” Sari Davidson, keeping tabs on baby essentials is a cinch! BooginHead helps busy people get a grip on parenthood with Stylish Baby Essentials. Keep pacifiers, soothers, toys, and teethers close, clean, and ready for baby.  Are you over pacifiers and teethers ending up on the floor? Or does your kiddo get a kick out of playing fetch with a sippy cup?  You need PaciGrip, PaciPals, Bandana teethers & so much more.  With patented grip material, the BooginHead products will be your little saviors!

I received the two items above and highly recommend! The PaciPal Teether Blanket has a universal attachment loop for all pacifiers, a plush blanket body with bean bag head, a sweet friendly face, and a food-grade silicone teether to comfort and soothe your baby in every way. This one is really cute too! But, my favorite is the SippiGrip: Get a Grip on that sippy cup! SippiGrip is compatible with ALL sippy cups and bottles. The patented grip material holds tight, while the adjustable strap attaches to high chairs, strollers, car seats, and more! This idea is truly a clever one!

So..what is a  BooginHead? I know that you want to know! A BooginHead is a made-up term of frustrated endearment Sari called her kids when they were little. Does your baby fling her blanket out of the stroller, even though she knows she shouldn’t? Does your toddler stick his pacifier in the dog bowl as he looks you straight in the eye? Does your little one love to make you bend over and pick up her sippy cup for the 100th time? If so, well…your baby might be a little BooginHead.

You can buy at https://booginhead.com/

 

Self Disclosure: I received free samples of the above products to consider to be featured in the Summer Baby roundup. Many images were provided.

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Hotwire Launches Biggest Sale of the Year to Help Us Celebrate the Cumbersome Midweek Fourth of July

June 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Hotwire, a leading online travel site, today announced its biggest sale of the year, addressing the travel woes of millions this Fourth of July, which for the first time in six years inconveniently falls on a Wednesday. “The Hotwire Effect XL Sale” gives travelers the ultimate freedom to book participating 4 or 5-star hotels the weekend before, during, or the weekend after the Fourth of July holiday for a set price of just $49 per night — an average savings of $157 each night.

“At Hotwire, we know how much everyone looks forward to celebrating America’s independence with family and friends on the 4th of July – me included! Since the 4th falls mid-week this year, it’s harder for people to find the time to get away with family and friends, so we are super excited to give everyone the freedom to travel around the 4th of July with our biggest sale of the year: The Hotwire Effect XL,” commented Hotwire President Neha Parikh. “With this sale, travelers will be able to experience luxury hotels in America’s hottest destinations for just $49 per night and they will have the freedom to travel the weekend before, during or the weekend after the 4th of July!”

The Hotwire Effect XL Sale gives travelers the opportunity to choose travel dates between June 28 to July 8, making an extra long weekend possible or even a short “staycation” if taking more time off of work isn’t an option. During this time, travelers can book 4 and 5-star hotel properties in eight of America’s most-traveled 4th of July destinations according to Hotwire 2017 booking data. The Hotwire Effect XL Sale cities where travelers can find $49 per night values are:

  • Austin (vs. average $179/night)
  • Chicago (vs. average $169/night)
  • Los Angeles (vs. average $179/night)
  • Miami (vs. average $139/night)
  • New York (vs. average $167/night)
  • Orlando (vs. average $140/night)
  • San Francisco (vs. average $189/night)
  • Washington D.C. (vs. average $133/night)

“Offering luxury 4 and 5-star hotels for just $49 is truly an incredible deal which won’t last long, so travelers need to act fast to feel the Hotwire Effect,” continued Parikh, who noted that the booking window begins on June 26 and remains while supplies last. The fixed $49 per night fare applies to the first two nights of travel in the June 28-July 8 timeframe.

The sale epitomizes Hotwire’s simple, yet powerful value proposition: by hiding the name of the hotel until after booking, Hotwire allows customers to find 4-star hotels at 2-star prices. In this same spirit, earlier this month the brand launched its latest advertising campaign, “The Hotwire Effect.” The campaign is aimed at reinforcing the brand’s distinct ability to unlock the kind of deep value travelers will discover this Fourth of July holiday. The series of three spots features Hotwire’s signature jingle and fun travel scenarios where high hotel prices are slashed while a giant finger masks the hotel name. The three 15-second commercial spots appear on NBC, ABC, Comedy Central, ESPN, CBS and HGTV, and can also be viewed online at www.youtube.com/user/HotwireTravel.

Hotwire subscribers get early access to the sale by signing up here: https://www.hotwire.com/hotels/sale. The sale officially kicks off June 26.

For more information on The Hotwire Effect XL Sale, or to book a 4-star hotel at 2-star prices, visit www.hotwire.com/xlsale.

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About Hotwire

Hotwire is a leading discount travel site. Launched in 2000, Hotwire, Inc. was one of the first online travel sites to work with suppliers directly to book unsold inventory. By simply hiding the brand name, Hotwire can offer customers deep savings on hotel rooms, rental cars, flights and vacation packages. Hotwire is an operating company within Expedia Group. For more information, visit http://www.hotwire.com.

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