August 2009
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The current financial meltdown has got everyone into thinking about what might be the best way to afford a few luxuries without burning a hole in their pockets. Well, we might not have the solution for the financial crisis but we do 
have some tips on how to save some moolah:
- Shop online. With the prevalence of online stores offering baby products, there is no better way for them to compete with each other than to lower their price. Take this to your advantage.
- Use your eldest child’s baby clothes. Some parents do not actually throw away their first baby’s clothes most especially if they are aiming to have another child.
- Never be afraid to get hand-me-downs from friends or relatives. Since babies usually grow up fast, you are assured that these hand-me-downs are far from being worn out.
- Watch out for sales in your local store. Some shops would offer as much as 60% off on their out-of-season baby clothes.
- Repair and redesign those clothes that your baby has outgrown. Those long pants can be cut to become short pants.
So the next time that you feel trapped by your current financial situation, keep in mind that there are other ways. Simply Unique Baby Gifts is one such way if you are on the lookout for the best newborn baby cloths.
Tags: baby clothes, new baby checklist, New Parent Tips
With today’s financial crisis, everyone is finding a way to save money on small things. One of the common ways of doing this is by making things yourself. As a new parent, you can try this out with your baby’s food. Here are some tips should you considersaying goodbye to instant baby food:
- Buy locally grown fruits and vegetables that are on season. They tend to be cheaper and much healthier because of the lower pesticide residues.
- It is best to have your vegetables steamed rather than deep fried. This makes the vegetables easier for the baby to eat since they are softer. What’s more, by steaming the vegetables, you ensure that they vitamins and minerals are kept intanct.
Make sure that you are able to prepare for more than one meal. If you would be constantly buying and preparing food each time your baby goes hungry, you are not actually saving money nor time.- When preparing your baby’s food, make sure that you wash the vegetables and fruits thoroughly. Do not forget to also wash your hands before handling any food.
- Freeze any food that you are not serving. Make sure you that you place them in containers with tight lid.
Before feeding your baby what you have prepare, make sure that you have bibs and burp cloths with you to clean any food spill. Simply Unique Baby Gifts has a great line up of bibs and burp cloths that might catch your baby’s fancy.
Tags: baby food, baby tips, bib, burp cloth, new parent checklist
When it’s your first time to be a mom or a dad, things can be pretty awkward. Babies, after all, do not come with instruction manuals. Here are a few things that you might want to keep in mind to get you up and running on your new role as parents:
- One of the things that you would need to have is a crib for your baby. There are different cribs that you can choose from. Make sure that your crib has stationary sides. This is a good way to prevent any untoward incident.
- Make sure that you already have baby supplies – diapers, bibs, burp cloths, onesies and baby bottles. Since
babies can grow very fast, buy only a pair of each clothing material. have a storage area for all these supplies.
- Invest in some durable strollers and car seats. This would come in handy should you need to visit relatives with your baby in tow.
- Get enough rest. You would need this in order to catch up with other chores. The best way to go about this is to take turns in getting up for the baby.
- Accept help from other people. Don’t try to do everything by your self.
If you are having a hard time looking for baby supplies, then drop by Simply Unique Baby Gifts!
Tags: baby checklist, car seat, New Parent Tips, stroller
Breastfeeding is supposed to be one of the most memorable experiences for a new mom. However, you would come across stories of moms experiencing discomfort such as sore nipples when they breastfeed. One of the causes of this problem is the difficulty of having the baby latch on the nipple properly. Here are some tips on how you could do it right the first time:
- Make sure that your nipple is in line with your baby’s nostrils. You can do this by slightly tilting your baby’s head and supporting it. Do not push your baby’s head to your breast.
- Your baby’s mouth should cover the nipple and most of the nipple area as well as the bottom part of your breast. If this is not the case, break your baby’s suction by inserting your finger between your breast an your baby’s mouth. Have your baby re-latch to your breast.
- If your baby does not latch on, don’t fret. Take him off your breast and finger-feed him. After a few minutes, you can try breastfeeding him again.
- Listen for smacking or clicking sounds. This indicates that your baby has not latched on properly and is not getting enough milk.
You should also check if your baby is sucking in his or her lip. This could cause soreness on your part. Insert your finger into your baby’s mouth and flip out his lips.
Once your baby has latched on, you might need to have a bib or burp cloth ready for any spills. Simply Unique has some quality bib and burp cloths that you can choose from.
Tags: baby bib, baby checklist, burp cloth, New Parent Tips
Baby bath time is one enjoyable moment especially for the new mom and dad. However, without proper planning, what could have been a momentous event could turn into a disaster. Here are some tips to keep in mind to ensure that you are on the right track:
- Make sure that you have everything you need within easy reach. It is very dangerous to leave your baby alone in the tub even for just a second. If both you and your husband are bathing the baby, one of you should always be around to keep an eye on your little one.
As soon as you have undressed your baby, wrapped him in a blanket or towel to keep him from getting cold. Babies do not have yet the ability to regulate body temperature so you have to help them on this one.- Using a soft sponge, wash first your baby’s head. Use little shampoo to clean his hair. Use soap to wash your baby’s face carefully avoiding the eyes. The soap as well as the shampoo that you would be using should be mild enough so as not to try your baby’s skin.
- As soon as you are through in one area, pat your baby dry to keep him or her from getting cold. Make sure also that you place a washcloth over your baby’s penis to avoid being squirted on.
- Talk to your baby during the whole bathing process. This helps calm your baby down and keeps them from making a fuss during bath time.
Simply Unique Baby Gifts has some of the best baby bath robe that you can use to keep your baby from getting cold.
Tags: baby bath, baby checklist, bath robe, bath time, New Parent Tips, new parents
As new parents, you might probably want to spend every waking minute with your baby. You would want to hold him, cuddle him and play with him. But as the weeks pass, you’ll realize that this is not a practical thing to do all the time. You will need some fun ways to keep your little one buy…and here’s just some of them:
- Instead of using strollers for your little one, why not use wagons when you are going to the park? That way, your little one can appreciate more the things that he sees around him.
- Give your baby colored or shiny things. Make sure, however, that they are big enough so that your baby would not accidentally swallow them.
- Mobiles work well, especially those that produces musical sounds.
- Make sure that you provide a spacious playpen for your little one. As soon as he gets tired of plaing with his or her toys, your baby would start crawling about.
- Once your baby shows signs of wanting to stand to up, it’s advisable to invest on some quality walker. Go for
those that have padded seats as well as colorful toy attachment.
As your baby grows up, you would find yourself having a treasure trove of toys. From walkers to rocking horses, Simply Unique Baby Gifts has everything that would keep your baby occupied.
Tags: baby toys, New Parent Tips, rocking horse, wagons
