Battles with bedtime? With back to school routines in full swing, here’s a neat idea in teaching your tike time management. TimeBuddy lets you set multiple alarms for those important daily tasks. You can even record their name and personalized message. It comes with over a hundred activity sticker options to customize your clock’s face, helping little ones to identify with ease. Program in English, Spanish or French, $35 at www.golearntoys.com.
Few things cuter than a cozy bundled baby after a bath. Deck them out hood to toe with these bright robe sets by Koala Baby. For infants through 24 months, the set includes a machine washable robe with tie and matching booties. The robes are 100% terry cotton. $15 – $30 depending where you buy. Available at Toys R Us and www.amazon.com.
Splish splash, I was takin’ a bath! These water flutes, by Alex, are sweet sudsy fun! Recommended for ages 3 and up, the flutes even come with easy to follow songs. $14 at www.alextoys.com.
Here’s a nifty idea for day care – a Nap Sack! This combo pillow-blanket conveniently rolls up to tote anywhere, complete with shoulder strap. Lightweight enough for your little guy or gal to carry on their own, cute styles too! $40 at www.craftybaby.com.
Baby shower on the calendar? Check out these darling puppy/butterfly themed cotton crib sets by Jumping Beans. Each set comes with a bumper, comforter, fitted sheet & crib skirt. Machine washable, $130 at www.kohls.com.
Great gift for Mom! ME! Bath Shower Sorbet body scrubs are a sweet assault on the senses, as it gently exfoliates away. These ice cream pints, with flavors like Papaya Nectar, Gotta Have it Pomegranate, Strawberry Kiwi, Choco-holic and more, are rich in jojoba oil (great to unblock pores) and Vitamin E. $28 a pint at mebath.com.
Perfect for tummy time or a cozy nap, Bestever baby mats are a plush floor option for any activity. Available in 8 cute animal styles, these soft mats are machine washable too! Celebs like Jennifer Lopez and Salma Hayek have some for their A-list tots. $50 online or at many Bed Bath and Beyond locations.
Created by a doctor, Belli Skin Care is a chemical-free line of body products for mom and baby. From body firming lotion and facial wash, to stretch mark protection, diaper rash cream and more. Many of the products contain natural ingredients. No overwhelming perfume smells, each product has a simple, clean scent.
My fave is the All Day Moisture Body Lotion. When you live in the desert, you appreciate a product that can go the distance. Select products available at Pottery Barn Kids locations. Check out the entire line at www.belliskincare.com. Prices range from $14 – $52.
Nothing like a good, cozy swaddle to soothe a newborn. Koala Kuddles are breathable muslin blankets for infants. They have a weave design aimed at preventing overheating. Makes an easy breastfeeding cover! Available in animals, polka dot and assorted 3-blanket packages, $33 at www.koalakuddles.com. Holds up well in the wash! Swaddle suggestions also available on the site.
