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Post by helloerrbody on Aug 10, 2017 9:26:16 GMT -6
I want a Halo bassinet but can't justify $200 for something that will be used a month or so. Friends just had a baby and have one so I'm hoping they will let me borrow theirs since their baby will have long outgrown it by the time Faith is born. I have a rock n play hand me down from my sister, and a bouncer seat, plus boppies, a play mat and more clothes than I know what to do with. I'm going to need a pack n play to travel to grandparents houses with but not sure I'll need one for our house with the rock n play and borrowing the Halo. I think I would also like a swing. We have the Bassinest and DS slept in it all of 2 or 3 times lol. We used the RNP to help with reflux and then ended up co-sleeping. I'm hoping this babe will sleep in it!!!
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Post by helloerrbody on Aug 10, 2017 9:27:10 GMT -6
helloerrbody I've seen that bag in person, it's huge! It would probably work. It's at my target. So I looked at it today and think it's still too small lol. They make a bigger Urban Chic bag but it's not as attractive as well as a neoprene one that's huge.
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Post by pinkcat on Aug 10, 2017 9:38:10 GMT -6
I think I'm getting that fawn bag or I might ask for it for Christmas. I gave away my swing and RnP when we moved (but also because I wanted the auto rock one. I'm actually thinking of splurging on a snoo. Expensive but sleep is working a lot of money to me. I'm debating the Snoo as well. I agree, it seems expensive- but for good sleep it seems worth it! I just wonder how well it actually works! Did you see they have $350 off if it's ordered this week since they are currently out of stock?
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Post by sarahh on Aug 10, 2017 9:48:36 GMT -6
I want a Halo bassinet but can't justify $200 for something that will be used a month or so. Friends just had a baby and have one so I'm hoping they will let me borrow theirs since their baby will have long outgrown it by the time Faith is born. I have a rock n play hand me down from my sister, and a bouncer seat, plus boppies, a play mat and more clothes than I know what to do with. I'm going to need a pack n play to travel to grandparents houses with but not sure I'll need one for our house with the rock n play and borrowing the Halo. I think I would also like a swing. I found one that was only used for a month for $80 on our bst. I figure if we don't use it much I can probably still sell it for what I paid.
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Post by flippinchica on Aug 10, 2017 10:08:16 GMT -6
I think I'm getting that fawn bag or I might ask for it for Christmas. I gave away my swing and RnP when we moved (but also because I wanted the auto rock one. I'm actually thinking of splurging on a snoo. Expensive but sleep is working a lot of money to me. I'm debating the Snoo as well. I agree, it seems expensive- but for good sleep it seems worth it! I just wonder how well it actually works! Did you see they have $350 off if it's ordered this week since they are currently out of stock? I did see so I wouldn't order it unless it is at least $300 off. Cher (on parenting) just got one for her newborn and I am waiting on her review.
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Post by ajetter on Aug 10, 2017 12:23:51 GMT -6
I think the Fawn bags are gorgeous but I've seen one in person and I don't think it's big enough for me. I currently have a JuJuBee BFF which I love except it's not big enough. With needing to supplement, I always need a little cooler bag in there. Then add diapers and wipes and it's basically full. I'm thinking the Skip Hop Chelsea might work but I need to see it in person. Itzy Ritzy makes a bag that looks pretty huge. I don't think it does back pack but maybe crissbody? Also the pottery barn bags are pretty large. Also you can buy the lily Jade organizer inserts and put them in any tote bag. Might be something to consider.
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Post by easternshoregirl on Aug 10, 2017 13:01:42 GMT -6
I loved the Ergo, ring sling, Boppy, bouncer seat, jumper, exersaucer (some of these things are just huge, luckily we have enough room at our house for them), RNP. I used a "sound sleeper" app on my phone for white noise while on the go which helped sometimes in the car.
I did not love the Boba wrap, it was too hot in August. I might try to borrow a Ktan from a friend or just try the Boba again. I didn't mind wrapping it, it was just too much fabric in the heat. February will obviously be different. E did not love the Arms Reach co-sleeper and I had high hopes for it. His reflux did not allow him to lay flat, ever really.
This time I also want to try the Dockatot and the autorock RNP. We borrowed a swing last time so we'll need to find one if we end up wanting to use one. I also really want a double Bob since I felt like the single gave me a lot of freedom to get out of the house and be outdoors. I found a my Breast friend pillow at an acquaintance's yard sale and got it for $2 for baby #2! I know her well enough to know it is OK to buy something like that used from her.
I'm also excited about where the trend is going for nursing clothes too. Even though I just had E in 2015, most of the nursing wear was fold down from the top but I see a lot of layered stuff where you just lift up the top layer to nurse. Does that make sense? I ordered a few things from Latched Mama and it looks like I'll like it. Some of the fabrics aren't great for me though, I might exchange those for a couple of cotton shirts instead.
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Post by hedwig on Aug 10, 2017 13:27:57 GMT -6
We didn't use much when DS was tiny. We BFed and didn't use any bottles (tried later, but he was not interested) and mostly coslept. My favorites are mostly from when he got older and slept in his own room. I'm hoping to not cosleep with this baby because I was always so physically uncomfortable sleeping with DS.
Favorites - Dohm sound machine, PNP for travel (this is also what we plan on having baby #2 sleep in in our room at first), humidifier, carrier (we have an ergo, but I want a Tula Free-to-Grow), exersaucer, Bob Stroller, video monitor (need to get another camera for #2).
Didn't need - DS hated being put down in any sort of apparatus, so the RNP, swing, bouncer were all a bust for us. Fingers crossed that #2 will tolerate at least one of these things since we have them all. The travel system for a car seat. We borrowed a car seat from our neighbors (I trust them to know it was never in an accident, etc) and they let us use the stroller that went with it. We also have a BOB, but no car seat connector. Loved the BOB once he was big enough to use it.
Want this time - we need to buy an infant car seat. Any suggestions? Also, trying to figure out what type of stroller we'll need. By the time it's warm enough outside to go for a walk, DS will be 3 and I'm not sure he'll want to ride in the stroller. Thinking a double sit and stand, but not sure for walking the neighborhood. H will flip if I want to spend a lot. Thinking of getting a backpack diaper bag. I'm excited to check out the suggestions above.
For anyone looking for a carrier that will get you from infancy to early toddlerhood, check out the Tula Free-to-Grow. Starts at 7 lbs without an insert.
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Post by sarahh on Aug 10, 2017 14:01:29 GMT -6
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Post by dragonflyinn on Aug 10, 2017 14:05:22 GMT -6
hedwig we have the Britax B Safe infant seat and love it. I'm pretty sure it works with BOB strollers too.
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Post by hiimjamie on Aug 10, 2017 14:43:55 GMT -6
Pack N Play, Ergo 360 when DS got a little bigger, Baby K'tan when he was a NB, SwaddleMe swaddles with Velcro, Boppy, LullaGo bassinet (way cheaper than Halo and worked great for us. Easy to travel with in the car), we have the Britax B Safe 35/B Agile travel system LOVE the stroller now but almost exclusively baby carried in the beginning. lili we used Avent bottles. He started taking them maybe a week before he started daycare so around 7 weeks?
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Post by snowyowl on Aug 10, 2017 15:54:41 GMT -6
We have the Tula and I hate it. People seem to love it so I'm not sure why it doesn't work for me! It's difficult to get on alone, tightening the various straps is a process, and DS always seems uncomfortable. I need to go try some on and find one that works for us.
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Post by snowyowl on Aug 10, 2017 15:57:56 GMT -6
hedwig we have the Britax B Safe infant seat and love it. I'm pretty sure it works with BOB strollers too. We have this car seat as well, hedwig, and I really liked it. Easy to install, fairly light, and the baby liked it fine.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 10, 2017 15:59:30 GMT -6
We have the Tula and I hate it. People seem to love it so I'm not sure why it doesn't work for me! It's difficult to get on alone, tightening the various straps is a process, and DS always seems uncomfortable. I need to go try some on and find one that works for us. That is super frustrating! Do you have a Babywearing International chapter by you? They provide free education and you can try a variety of carriers at their meetings to see what works for you! I really like my Lillebaby if you want to stick with a soft structured carrier, otherwise there are lots of other options for different carrier styles. I am also a ring sling and Solly Baby fan but only for the first 6-9 months or so. And I am a failure at wrapping 😂
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Post by snowyowl on Aug 10, 2017 16:02:42 GMT -6
I think the Fawn bags are gorgeous but I've seen one in person and I don't think it's big enough for me. I currently have a JuJuBee BFF which I love except it's not big enough. With needing to supplement, I always need a little cooler bag in there. Then add diapers and wipes and it's basically full. I'm thinking the Skip Hop Chelsea might work but I need to see it in person. I have this bag. I'd definitely recommend checking it out in person. I holds everything I need but if you are looking for something compact it's not a small bag. I liked it, but I recently got a backpack to distribute the weight more. DH doesn't like the backpack, so he still uses the Chelsea.
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Post by teraiin on Aug 10, 2017 16:09:12 GMT -6
I'm debating the Snoo as well. I agree, it seems expensive- but for good sleep it seems worth it! I just wonder how well it actually works! Did you see they have $350 off if it's ordered this week since they are currently out of stock? I did see so I wouldn't order it unless it is at least $300 off. Cher (on parenting) just got one for her newborn and I am waiting on her review. From snipits I've read she highly recommends it!
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Post by snowyowl on Aug 10, 2017 16:10:01 GMT -6
I have this backpack. I got it on prime day and really like it so far. It holds everything easily without being enormous. HapTim Multi-function Large Baby Diaper Bag Backpack W/Stroller Straps-Insulated Pockets-Changing Pad, Stylish & Durable with Anti-Water Material(Gray www.amazon.com/dp/B01MCWVQN1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_TeF2NHPdo1d8q
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Post by sunfrogger on Aug 11, 2017 16:46:43 GMT -6
After the baby comes, I wont be able to get on the floor and change them. I'm having a RCS....the issue isn't really that I NEED a changing table, I just need a higher table to put a changing pad(don't want to bend a ton in the beginning) on and I don't really have anything. Use the dresser top. My sister did this and I plan on doing the same... Did this.
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Post by helloerrbody on Aug 11, 2017 20:57:04 GMT -6
Use the dresser top. My sister did this and I plan on doing the same... Did this. Us, too. We have a changing pad on the dresser in our bedroom (downstairs) and one on DS's dresser (upstairs).
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Post by hedwig on Aug 12, 2017 7:42:55 GMT -6
Us, too. We have a changing pad on the dresser in our bedroom (downstairs) and one on DS's dresser (upstairs). We do this, as well. Plus, it's a piece of furniture that the kid can use as they grow. However, I'd say that we use the floor more than any other surface, especially now that DS is two and crazy.
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Post by tiffrobot on Aug 12, 2017 9:05:48 GMT -6
Crib soother. Omg. I'm generally not a fan of battery toys but the day my DD turned her crib soother on motn and went back to sleep on her own I think I cried happy tears. We also love and still use the sound machine and projector daily. Yes!! We have scout from vtech and DD grew so attached to it. She will still wake up MOTN sometimes and reach up to grab the paw that plays the songs and then go back to sleep. It's glorious My kids are 2 and 4 and they LOVE their Scout and Violet. We take them everywhere we are sleeping overnight. We actually just got DD hers for Christmas when she was a year and a half and used it for her bed transition. DS thought it was so cool we found a Scout for next to nothing on a local buy and sell shortly after, not that they are expensive brand new either it was just luck I came across that one right then!
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Post by hiimjamie on Aug 12, 2017 10:13:19 GMT -6
lili I have a double sink in my master and we put the changing pad thing on top of one of the sinks. We used to like that until he moved to his room.
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Post by easternshoregirl on Aug 12, 2017 11:58:30 GMT -6
Does the vtech soother have the crazy music/vtech voice? I would guess not but all the vtech toys we have use it!!
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Post by smash on Aug 12, 2017 22:22:34 GMT -6
I want a Snoo and H is on board with getting it so we'll try it out!
With DS we had the Halo Bassinest and I loved that thing. It is big and clunky so it's pretty much stationary.
I do want a backpack diaper bag, too.
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Post by rebeccabunch on Aug 13, 2017 14:49:53 GMT -6
I want to talk more about the Snoo. People who know more than I do, let's discuss!
Like most people on here, I prioritize sleep above all else but I've always been leery of things you have to transition away from (but in a hypocritical way bc I'm a super swaddler).
This will sound annoying but Iwouldn't buy a RnP bc I'd be concerned on getting out of it + head issues some friend have gone through so I'm confused by my interest in a Snoo. It's a newer product but does anyone know someone that transitioned away from it at the 6 month mark? I'm curious on how that goes.
My oldest was a dream sleeper at night and I'm not exaggerating slept 10 pm until 7am straight from 3 weeks in his crib in his room. My H and I didn't know how lucky we were until we had DS2 and no matter what we did, it didnt happen. If this Snoo thing can give me a full night's sleep then it's worth the price to me but can anything really do that? I dont really like the 6 month expiration either and this is my last baby.
Anyone know someone for real that bought the Snoo that's had it for a while? If so, what do they say?
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Post by rebeccabunch on Aug 13, 2017 14:53:33 GMT -6
I actually really like having a changing table on both floors, but don't have room for it downstairs anymore. I'm not sure what my alternative is now because changing on the floor like I do now isn't going to be an option for awhile. Do you just mean comfort wise as you get bigger or why isn't it an option? I have never used a changing table 🙈🙈 We had them for each boy but never used them. Bed on a pad or floor on a pad. For some reason being at the side of the baby and not at their feet is awkward for me. Finally learning this time and not buying another one!
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Post by rebeccabunch on Aug 13, 2017 14:56:42 GMT -6
Oh and this is a stupid petty one, but a top load washing machine with no agitator. I am visiting my parents and they have a front loader and it is driving me nuts - the load size is so tiny and I can't pause it to add more, I feel like I am doing laundry constantly! We do cloth diapers too so without our ginormous washer I think I would lose my mind. We got new W&D early spring and did the XL top load no agitator. Totally worth the splurge. I can wash our sheets and comforter at one time and it's not overloaded or the equivalent of two loads from our old front loader + no mold issues on that front ring. I actually enjoy laundry now. It's weird.
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Post by dragonflyinn on Aug 13, 2017 17:12:11 GMT -6
Oh and this is a stupid petty one, but a top load washing machine with no agitator. I am visiting my parents and they have a front loader and it is driving me nuts - the load size is so tiny and I can't pause it to add more, I feel like I am doing laundry constantly! We do cloth diapers too so without our ginormous washer I think I would lose my mind. We got new W&D early spring and did the XL top load no agitator. Totally worth the splurge. I can wash our sheets and comforter at one time and it's not overloaded or the equivalent of two loads from our old front loader + no mold issues on that front ring. I actually enjoy laundry now. It's weird. Am I weird bc I LOVE the agitator in my top loader? We cloth diaper & I would die without the agitator lol. I'm team top loader for life though. We got new machines last year after discovering our old set was like 20 years old and TINY (DH got them at an appliance refurbishing store).
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Post by helloerrbody on Aug 13, 2017 17:28:12 GMT -6
I want to talk more about the Snoo. People who know more than I do, let's discuss! Like most people on here, I prioritize sleep above all else but I've always been leery of things you have to transition away from (but in a hypocritical way bc I'm a super swaddler). This will sound annoying but Iwouldn't buy a RnP bc I'd be concerned on getting out of it + head issues some friend have gone through so I'm confused by my interest in a Snoo. It's a newer product but does anyone know someone that transitioned away from it at the 6 month mark? I'm curious on how that goes. My oldest was a dream sleeper at night and I'm not exaggerating slept 10 pm until 7am straight from 3 weeks in his crib in his room. My H and I didn't know how lucky we were until we had DS2 and no matter what we did, it didnt happen. If this Snoo thing can give me a full night's sleep then it's worth the price to me but can anything really do that? I dont really like the 6 month expiration either and this is my last baby. Anyone know someone for real that bought the Snoo that's had it for a while? If so, what do they say? I'm also a big sleep person, but there's no way I could justify the price. I didn't want to use a RNP for sleep, but with DS's terrible reflux, that was the only thing that worked. DS was an awful sleeper until we sleep trained at 6.5 months. I just don't see what the Snoo does that's oh so magical. 🤷🏼♀️ I've read about its features and didn't think anything seemed like it would have done the trick for DS.
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