From putting together the nursery to babyproofing the house, there is a LOT to to before baby gets here!
I’ve put together an awesome guide that covers pretty much everything you should be thinking about when preparing for your new baby that you can check out right here!
Otherwise, check out all of these essential categories below!
Nursery
Everyone thinks decorating the baby’s room sounds fun until they start – let’s talk about what you need and what you don’t need to have a safe and fun nursery!
- Baby Moves Around in the Crib (Ends Up Sideways or in the Corner)
After hearing the phrase ‘sleeping like a baby’ all our lives, actually observing our own children and seeing the level of activity that happens when babies are supposed to be - Crib Smells Like Chemicals (Is it Safe and How to Get the Fumes Out)
If you’re setting up your little one’s nursery, you might be concerned to note a chemical smell coming from your recently-purchased crib. Unfortunately, it’s pretty common for new furniture, including - Are Cribs with Solid Headboards Safe? (Is it a Suffocation Risk?)
One of the most important tasks of parenting is to make sure your baby has a safe place to sleep. Safety guidelines on cribs and bassinets change fairly often, and
Car Seats and Travel
Keeping your baby safe while traveling starts with a high-quality car seat but there are lots of other things to consider!
- Will a Stroller Fit in My Car’s Trunk? (With Specific Small Cars!)
For being so small, babies sure seem to need a lot of stuff. And your little one’s supplies aren’t just limited to inside the house; between a car seat, diaper - Putting a Car Seat on a High Chair? (11 Alternatives!)
You’re going out to eat as a family. There has to be a place for the car seat, so you just flip over the restaurant high chair and set it - Do Car Seat Bases Expire? (And Why It Might Not Matter)
You know your infant’s car seat will expire someday, but what about the base it sits on? Car seats are a big investment, and as parents we try to save
Clothing
Everyone loves buying baby clothes but what sizes do you really need? How should you care for them? Do you really need baby detergent?
- Can You Return Baby Clothes Anywhere (What If I Don’t Have a Receipt?)
Maybe your baby hit a growth spurt and you have a whole slew of clothes they have grown out of and never got around to wearing. Or maybe you received - Ironing Baby Clothes – Complete Guide [With Surprising Benefits!]
As adults, we probably don’t iron a lot of our clothes unless something is particularly wrinkled or it’s a special occasion. But what about baby clothes? Can you iron them? - Can I Wash All My Baby’s Laundry Together? (Whites, Colors, Blankets)
As parents, we know it’s pretty common for babies to go through multiple outfits each day. That, of course, means that we do a lot of laundry. So, with all
Babyproofing
Once baby arrives you’ll find that almost everything inside your house has become a dangerous liability. From cabinet locks to outlet covers, let’s check out the best ways to make your home safer!
- Why Does Baby Formula Bottles Turn Pink? (Do I Need to Worry?)
You’ve just finished feeding the baby when you notice that the remaining formula in the bottle is now bright pink. You’ve also noticed a pink tinge to bibs and burp - Baby Moves Around in the Crib (Ends Up Sideways or in the Corner)After hearing the phrase ‘sleeping like a baby’ all our lives, actually observing our own children and seeing the level of activity that happens when babies are supposed to be
- How to Stop Your Baby Eating Sand at the Beach! (Plus Safety Info)
A beach vacation is supposed to be relaxing but if you’re traveling with a baby or toddler, taking a trip to the shore can sometimes seem more stressful than anything.