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November 18, 2015 by Krista

Do More with Levana Ayden™ Baby Video Monitor

I’ve had three babies. All three of them have been different kinds of sleepers – My oldest was a dream, my middle baby was a nightmare and my youngest is somewhere in between. Mr. Napping was unemployed for much of my pregnancy with my oldest and we had to really decide what were needs and wants for our new baby. Big J was our first baby and we had nothing. We depended heavily on hand-me-downs and consignment store finds. We lived in a multi-level townhouse when my oldest was a baby and we used some two-way audio receivers Mr. Napping already had as our baby monitors. They worked and we already had them – if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it – so we didn’t look at baby monitors much. They weren’t in the budget.

With my middle little one we started out in a two-bedroom apartment that was less than 1000 square feet and there was no need for monitors. You couldn’t get far enough away to not hear the baby. When he was three months old, we moved into our single-story home and we still didn’t need a monitor. He was (and still is!) such a restless sleeper that it was better if I didn’t have a monitor on him because every movement he made put me on edge… Is he getting up? Is he gonna cry? Should I go get him? We both slept better without a monitor – I wasn’t constantly hovering over him while he was trying to sleep. He expected me to be there every time he stirred and he was terrible at putting himself back to sleep because of it. It didn’t help that I need sleep or I am one grouchy momma. It really was better for both of us.

Between my middle baby and my youngest, my sister-in-law had their first baby. They went all out with the changing tables, video monitors, diaper pails and more. I thought it was a little unnecessary… Then we were at my grandma’s house with the whole family and it was loud! Both of my younger boys still napped. Our room was too close to the noise and kept them from getting a good nap unless we put them in the attached apartment my parents were staying in. But we had no easy way to make sure our kids were still sleeping, safe and sound. My brother’s video monitor suddenly seemed like more of a need than a want, or at the very least not unnecessary. We made do with some apps on our mobile devices and tablets, but it meant someone had to leave their device in with the sleeping kids and the apps chewed through the battery!

Enter Levana’s Ayden™ Baby Video Monitor. Even though my little Baby N is closer to being two than one, I am so excited to have this monitor now. I know it will be so useful while we are traveling next week! I absolutely love this thing. It has all kinds of features I am so excited about. The most important feature to me, though, was a secure signal – I want to be confident that I am the only one checking in on our children. The Ayden™ Baby Video Monitor offers Private ClearV­u® Digital Signal that is private, secure and interference-free from up to 750 feet away.

The picture quality is fantastic on the 3.5 inch screen and there is even an LED Night Vision option to give you a clearer picture of your baby in the darkness. This is amazing and essential for me, as our nursery is incredibly dark even during the day. I love being able to see my baby without having to shine a bunch of light in on him and worry about waking him. The actual picture clarity is even better than this photo.

Another feature I was very excited about was the option to use battery or wall power for both the monitor and video screen units. This means we can even take it camping! I am very excited about the freedom that will give me! You can turn on PEEP mode and your monitor and camera will enter sleep mode if it’s quiet. You see what you need to see when you need to see it and don’t use up lots of battery when there’s nothing to check on. This allows for up to 48 hours of battery life before you need to recharge.

3 TIMES I LOVE BEING ABLE TO USE MY LEVANA AYDEN™ BABY VIDEO MONITOR

1. When my Baby N finds himself overstimulated and tired. When this boy has had enough, he needs his space. Even momma is too much company. The worst case overstimulated scenario has the poor boy in hysterics and cuddles from momma or daddy just make it worse. I like being able to keep an eye on him while he calms himself enough for a snuggle before going to sleep. I don’t have to worry that he’s going to hurt himself or be naughty – he’s climbing all the things these days – while he’s alone in his crib.
2. To check on Baby N before I go to bed. You know what they say – Let the sleeping beast lie! Baby N regularly kicks his blankets off, but not all the time. I love being able to check and see if he needs to be tucked in again without entering the room and disturbing his slumber.
3. In the middle of the night. Baby N gets up usually once during the night, but he’s been sleeping all night more often lately. It’s really nice to be able to check on him when I first hear him fussing to see what he needs. Is he cold? Hungry? Did he just lose his pacifier? It helps me get him taken care of and back to bed faster.

 

The temperature monitoring is a nice feature. My youngest two boys kick the covers off all the time. With the Ayden™ Baby Video Monitor you can check on the temperature in their room and see if they need to be recovered without risking waking them up. There’s nothing worse than checking on them and them waking up just as I’m heading to bed. My boys have usually been asleep long enough they think it should be time to get up and play. Not what a tired momma wants!

The smart indicator ring was also something I thought was very cool. The ring around the directional pad will change colors according to the noise level in the baby’s room. You can keep an eye on your baby even when the sound is turned down. This would be a great option for times when your surroundings are loud already and for hearing-impaired parents and caregivers.

Two more features are a night light option and a lullaby option that you can turn off and on from the video screen menu. You don’t even have to go into the room. There are three lullaby options and the night light is a calming yellowy-orange color that comes from the top of the camera. There is a two-way communication feature that lets you talk to baby.

I am incredibly happy with this monitor. It’s feature-rich, I can keep eyes on my kiddo and I will be able to do more knowing my child is safe. That’s all this momma wants! Enter the giveaway below for a chance to win your own baby video monitor.

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Levana. The opinions and text are all mine. Pinky Promise.

October 22, 2014 by Krista

Five Ways to Use WaterWipes

This post is sponsored by WaterWipes and Mommy Bag Marketing. Although I received product and financial compensation, all opinions are entirely my own.
With three kids running around (or rolling, in Baby N’s case) we have a lot of messes. And I mean A LOT. If you can imagine the mess, I’ve probably cleaned it. A brand new bottle of bubbles? A whole tube of tooth paste? Baby powder and petroleum jelly goop? Yep, yep and a “you’ve got to be kidding me” yep. And all that was just before noon last Monday. Some days are messier than others…
All these messes means there’s a lot of cleaning going on at my house. Ironically, you usually can’t tell that just by looking. Sometimes, I need the broom and mop and vacuum and washing machine to clean up my boys’ messes… but, more often, I just need a towel. Regardless of the mess, I don’t want a lot of chemicals. I still have kids that think it’s okay to put Legos and Connect Four pieces in their mouths or to lick every surface in sight. I don’t want them licking unpronounceable chemicals and wondering if it warrants a call to Poison Control.
 
5 WAYS TO USE
WATERWIPES
WaterWipes are the gentlest wipes and are perfect for the diaper bag.


WaterWipes is the world’s purest baby wipe with 99.9% water and that other 0.01% is grapefruit extract! And that’s it, that’s all these wipes contain. I bet you can pronounce both of those, right? No harsh chemicals. Perfect for that delicate baby skin. Did you know that baby skin is five to seven times thinner than an adult’s skin? Definitely not where you want to be applying chemicals 10 times a day! Right?!

 

WaterWipes are 99.9% water and 0.1% fruit extract. Perfect for the most sensitive skin.

WATERWIPES AS BABY WIPES

Baby Wipes. The most obvious way to use these is exactly what they were made for: baby bums. Water Wipes are great baby wipes. My only complaint is that I wish they were a little thicker. I like a nice thick barrier between me and whatever tushie ick I’m cleaning up at the moment. Despite that, I really like these wipes. I love that these won’t dry out my little one’s skin and can prevent diaper rash. These natural baby wipes are so gentle, but they still get the dirtiest of jobs done.
WaterWipes are gentle on baby's sensitive skin

WATERWIPES FOR SPOT TREATMENT

Spot Treatments. Have you ever fed children? They are notorious for being messy. On the rare occasion that we go out to eat with our kids, you can bank on some sauce, jelly, or other condiment coming home on their clothes. WaterWipes are great for quick little spot treatments and since it’s just water, the spots don’t dry with rings around them or discolored. For spills that require a wardrobe change, I put the wet WaterWipe on the spot, fold up the clothes and seal it in the wet bag we keep in our diaper bag until I can get it home to treat it with the laundry. The wipe keeps the spot wet so it doesn’t set before I can get it taken care of.

WATERWIPES FOR CRAFT CLEAN UP

Craft Clean Up. My boys like to paint and, inevitably, they drip on the table, counter top or each other. I love using WaterWipes to clean up their spills on solid surfaces because I don’t have to worry about any lingering chemicals hanging out and getting on food. After scrubbing my kiddo’s hands, my baby can pop his fingers right back in his mouth with no icky tastes lingering on them. I can use them on my two year old’s face without worrying about getting anything in his eyes.
WaterWipes Craft Clean Up

WATERWIPES FOR ON-THE-GO- WET WIPES

Whether you want to wipe down the shopping cart, clean peanut butter off your toddler’s face after lunch at the park or wipe down a toy that’s been hanging around the backseat for who-knows-how-long, these wipes are fantastic. They come in a plastic, resealable bag that keeps them moist and if they dry out, just add a bit of (distilled) water to wet them again. And the single wipes are perfect to keep in your purse or the diaper bag (although if you keep just a single wipe in the diaper bag your life is far less messy than mine).

WATERWIPES AS GENTLE MAKEUP REMOVER CLOTHS

If your skin dries out really easily or is prone to break outs, WaterWipes are great to use as make up remover cloths. A lot of the reasons these are such great baby wipes are the same reasons they are great facial wipes. They are gentle on your skin and aren’t soaked with chemicals. If you suffer from psoriasis, dermatitis or other skin conditions you can still use WaterWipes without the adverse effects of harsher make up remover wipes. The single sample size packages are great to throw in your make up bag or an overnight bag. The wipes are already wet and sealed in their own package. It’s compact ready to use and there are no worries about spilled bottles!
WaterWipes Make Up Remover Cloths

WATERWIPES AS COOL CLOTHS

About a week and a half ago, my littlest boy had a mild fever.  Nothing that was too severe, but he obviously wasn’t feeling well. Somehow every single washcloth in our house was in the laundry (the somehow being that’s what Big J used to clean up the nearly full gallon on milk he’d dropped on the floor earlier that evening). We put a couple WaterWipes in the fridge for a few minutes and used them to cool his forehead and sore legs. They worked fabulously. He stopped fussing and finally fell asleep.
These are a great addition to your arsenal, whether you’re battling the office, motherhood, spoiling grandkids or something else. WaterWipes are eco-friendly, truly chemical-free, and perfect for so many of life’s everyday little messes.
You can find more info about WaterWipes and stay connected by following WaterWipes on Facebook and Twitter.

March 6, 2014 by Krista

Big Sibling Kits {From the Baby}

So, you’re expecting a sweet new baby. Congratulations! But, do you have other children already? Are you worried about upsetting your family dynamic when your new babe is born? Because that dynamic WILL be turned upside and inside out. But, it’s okay. I’ve got something to help you make the transition while you figure out a new family dynamic: Big Sibling Kits.

When I first started putting together our Big Sibling Kits, I thought I had three to four weeks before my baby would be making his grand entrance. Plenty of time to get everything all made, constructed and organized and get this awesome post all written up to share.  And then life happened and our little man showed up Sunday afternoon. As in four days ago. Surprise!

So, instead of spending the last three days polishing up some fabulous Big Brother Kits for my older boys and an awesome post for Lisa at Mabey She Made It and Melanie at Craft Cupboard‘s fun series, I spent it snuggling with one of the cutest little dudes I know, popping pain killers right on schedule and explaining to my older boys for the billumteenth time that they need to tone down their hurricane force energy, wash their hands (yes, again!), and keep their kisses to the top of Baby Brother’s head. While I had intended to have the kits ready to go with my older boys to my mom’s while our new baby made his entrance into the world, that didn’t happen. But they’ve been a LIFESAVER over the past few days.

When my middle baby, Little J, was about to join our family I was concerned about how his big bro would handle the adjustment. There’s always some adjusting when a new member joins the family. So, this time, to help ease the change, I planned to give my older boys Big Brother Kits – from the baby.  You can’t hate someone who comes with presents, right?  Right?  Please let me be right…

BIG SIBLING KITS
Big Sibling Gifts from the New Baby

What’s Inside Our Big Sibling Kits?

Obviously, you should adapt these things to fit your kids’ needs and interests.  These are just to help give you some ideas if you decide to put together similar kits.  Of course, my list is based on young boys… that’s what I have.  My kids are both very active and ages 4.5 and 2.  Older kids or little girls might not want the same things.

**Please note, links in this post may be affiliate links. This means I will get a small portion of any purchase you make through the link. Your cost is not changed in any way and your support helps me keep this site running. I only recommend things I personally love and hope you will too. Thank you!


– Bubbles. Personally, I prefer a Bubble Machine (we like this one) since my kids aren’t old enough to blow the bubbles themselves.
– Puzzles. I found Dollar Tree had 24 piece puzzles in a variety of themes.  But I know my boys would love this giant undersea floor puzzle too).


– Books. We love Little Critter books and when I found “The New Baby” on Amazon, I got that for my boys.  We also love the Osborne touchy-feely books. There is one titled “That’s Not My Baby” but it was hard to find. I did eventually find a boy version on eBay. The Berenstein Bears also have a “New Baby” story that we enjoy.

– Snacks. I did get a little sweeter snacks than I normal give them on any one given day, but they’ll be with grandma, so why not, right? Turn the tables a little and let her see what it’s like when she sends my kids home with cookies and fruit snacks at 8pm… Only joking. Mostly.

– Coloring Books. I chose to get Color Wonder products. I really like these mini-markers because they fit in my little one’s hands so well. We use Color Wonder products a lot when we’re out and I love not having to worry about big messes! And there’s a huge variety of Color Wonder coloring books and paper to choose from.
– Felt Road. I first made this for Big J like two summers ago and he has loving played with it ever since. Now, both my boys love it! They can split up the track pieces or share them. Don’t forget to include a car or two for each kid too!

– Play dough. I usually make my own play dough because it’s so cheap and easy. But, when I buy play dough, I really love the Play-Doh party packs. They have just the right amount of dough for little hands, there’s lots of colors to choose from, and they come with their own containers.
– Sidewalk Chalk.  We’ve been having a pretty mild winter so far and the boys are loving the chance to play outside more than usual.  I found a set at Dollar Tree and split it between my two boys.  They like to draw with chalk on paper too.  Dip the chalk in water first before drawing for more vivid colors and less dust.
– Big Brother Shirts. Confession: I actually made these and that’s how we announced to Grandma and Grandpa that we were expecting another baby. My boys love their “brudder shirts”. No time or desire to make your own? That’s okay, here’s some cute big brother shirts and big sister shirts that will show up right on your doorstep. You don’t even have to put on pants!

– Printable Sandwich Shop.  This is more Big J’s speed, something he can do on the days he doesn’t feel like he needs to nap.  It’s totally cute and you can’t beat FREE.  Get your copy at Kid’s Activities Blog.
– Wooden or Paper Dolls.  I’ve done a few of these for Big J so we can practice sequencing (First, put on shirt, then pants, last is shoes) and familiarity with dressing himself.  Google “printable paper dolls” or find some super cute sets on Babalisme Blog.  I really like these ones, as they aren’t excessively girly. This wooden dress-up bear set is fun too. Little J likes that they are magnetic and easy to dress!
– Mini Experiment Kit.  This is a super toned-down version of the Kid’s Experiment Kit.  Basically, the experiments that take only a few minutes and minimal supplies.  Sparkle bottles or snow globes would also be a good project to do with preschoolers and early elementary aged kids, if you’ve got half an hour and the patience to deal with glitter.

– Story Tiles. These are the same idea as the story stones I made Big J, but smaller and, more importantly, lighter. Little J is going through a phase of throwing things. As long as your kiddo doesn’t put everything in their mouth, this is a great alternative.  You can use sharpies to draw on the tiles or get fancy with a woodburning tool.  I used Scrabble tiles, because I have a cupboard full.

– Memory Game.  I chose some photos from the past year or so and printed two copies of each.  Then I cut those out and glued them to scrapbook paper and laminated the cards.  I hole punched the cards and they can be stored on a binder ring.
– Personalized Go Fish Game.  You can play this game with the same cards you make for Memory.  Just deal them out instead of laying them face-down on the floor.  Then take turns trying to make matches.  Make simpler cards for your younger kiddos – a single photo of dad, mom, grandma, grandpa, etc rather than multiple photos with mom and dad in them.

I ended up putting mostly store bought items in our kits, and that’s perfectly fine. My boys thought they’d hit the jackpot with all the new goodies in their bags.  I had planned to do up cute little canvas bags with “Big Brother” on them – but instead I fell back on some bags we had around the house.

This post was written by Krista and originally appeared on While He Was Napping.

February 26, 2014 by Krista

What’s in Daddy’s Hospital Bag?

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Hey, fellow momma! I’m so glad you stopped by today! Are you wondering what you’ll need to have in Daddy’s Hospital Bag? Look no further, I’ve got you covered!

First, CONGRATULATIONS! New babies are THE BEST and I am so happy for you! Motherhood is absolutely amazing; this is going to be the best roller coaster ride of your life!

There is a lot to prepare for during pregnancy. As much as it can stink, it’s a good thing pregnancy lasts nine months! You need that time to do all the prep work! I know it can be overwhelming. I’ve been there!

But, I’m going to help you! We’ll check at least one of those many things to do off your list.

You’ll be prepared when the day comes, whether it’s today, tomorrow or in a few weeks.

You’ll be confident that you have what you need when you head to the hospital to welcome your little one into your life.

Today, let’s take a closer look at the hospital bag. That’s what brought you here, after all. There are lots of lists of things for mom and baby to take to the hospital

But what about DADDY?

9 Must-Haves for Daddy's Hospital Bag

Do you want the best hospital stay possible? That’s exactly what you’ll get by following this list.

 

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My biggest mistake happened with my second baby. And that’s why this list is different than the other packing lists out there. This list is made from experience! From BAD experience. 

There was a secret that no one told me when I went to have my second baby and it could’ve saved me. Do you want to know this secret? You don’t have to learn the hard way, because I’m going to tell you the secret. Ready?

Not all hospitals are created equally.

Obviously, hospitals have different layouts and available facilities, but the differences go deeper. Between our first and second babies, we moved to a new state… and a new hospital. Our second hospital was less… accommodating than our first. In fact, these small differences made us miserable while we were there.

If you have never delivered at the hospital you will be delivering your baby at this time, take a hospital tour! Find out what is provided and what you’ll need to provide yourself.

We were so under-prepared and we were the ones that suffered. There were things I regretted not having, but my poor husband got the short stick on that hospital stay. So, help Daddy out and pack him a bag too!

No, you can’t pack up a nice bed for daddy to sleep in, but there are some things you can take that would make daddy’s stay at the hospital a little more comfy.
Which means, Daddy can help YOU.
When a new baby is born, Mommy gets most of the focus – and rightfully so – but don’t let Daddy be miserable either. A new baby is a big change in his life too. Be prepared and you can all enjoy this beginning of your new adventure!

I’ve done all the work for you and even given you links to each product. The links in this post will take you to Amazon, where you can easily purchase these items and have them delivered right to your doorstep. No end-of-pregnancy waddling around the store for you! Just sit on the couch, eat chocolate truffles and wait for the mail to be delivered! I will get a small portion of any purchase you decide to make, but it in no way affects your cost. These links are one way I help support this site. Thanks! Here’s the list!

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DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #1:

Pillow.  Daddy should have a decent pillow, even if it’s just a travel size one.  He’ll probably be trying to catch his zzz’s whenever he can, just like you.  Skip the super flat or too-poofy hospital pillows and get him a pillow filled to his liking. Besides, if he has a good pillow, he’s less likely to snore and keep you up. Hospital rooms can echo… the pillow is worth it. This travel pillow is great because it’s small, but effective and if it gets ruined or left behind it’s not a big loss.

DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #2:

Snacks.  We’re talking man snacks here.  Things like:

  • Jerky
  • cheese
  • breads or even simple sandwiches
  • hearty granola bars or protein bars
  • nuts and pretzels
  • dried fruit
  • crackers and canned tuna
  • fruit leather
  • fruits and veggies cut up with hummus dip
  • bagels or muffins

Taking your own snacks will save you money and Daddy won’t have to hunt down vending machines or the cafeteria. He (and you!) can get into his stash any time his little heart desires, whether the cafeteria is open or not. We usually take a small soft-sided lunch bag for things that need to be kept cool with an ice pack or two wrapped in aluminium foil. By the time the ice melts, the food is gone.

Make sure there are some low-aroma snacks Daddy can munch on while you’re in labor. You probably won’t be allowed to eat and labor makes my oversensitive nose go into overdrive! Any kind of food smells make me nauseous. But I always raid his snacks after I’ve had a baby. Child birth is a lot of hard work and I’m always famished afterward! Want a quick and easy way to get those snacks? This snack basket will come right to your door and it doubles great as a “New Daddy” gift!

DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #3:

Extra shirts.  No one wants to wear “the badge of fatherhood” all day.  Take a couple extra shirts for daddy. He will probably end up wearing some kind of bodily secretion by the end of the day. It’s a great time to get him a fun “Dad” shirt and he’ll appreciate not smelling like curdled breast milk or formula… or worse. You can click any image below to see that specific shirt. These shirts are fun and Daddy can wear them long after you leave the hospital.

    

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DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #4:

Sweats, athletic shorts or other PJ’s. Nurses, lab technicians and a whole slew of people will come and go from your room at all hours of the day and night. Unless Dad plans to spend 24/7 in his clothes, he’ll want something comfy to sleep in, but also something he feels sufficiently covered up while wearing. Your body will be on display to just about every medical professional that comes into your room, but Daddy will probably prefer a little more privacy. These options are great, can be used after your hospital stay, would go great in a “New Dad” gift basket and will come right to your doorstep! You can click each image for more details. If you get Daddy in that first one, be sure to take photos. 😉

DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #5:

Towel.  My epidurals tend to take longer than most people’s to wear off and I was numb for HOURS after they took it out. Because I was still a little numb, my husband was not about to let me stand up by myself in a slippery shower.

The towels our first hospital did provide were not great and almost too small to thoroughly dry off and our second hospital only provided one, which we’d used to mop up a spilled pitcher of water. These towels are nice and big though!

I’m just gonna be blunt here and suggest a dark color to help hide stains. You can use this towel for the next few weeks until you stop bleeding. Whether you toss it after that or hang on to it for your next childbirth adventure is up to you.

DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #6:

Swim trunks.  These are to wear in the shower if Daddy isn’t keen on the possibility of doctors or nurses catching him in his birthday suit. We didn’t bother and just jumped in the shower in our typical attire – or lack thereof – but my husband was in the military and not a stranger to public showers. If Daddy is a little more conservative and worried about modesty, swim trunks might help ease the discomfort and allow him to help you more. These basic trunks are great and not a big loss if you need to throw them out afterward.

 

 

DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #7:

Laptop, tablet or other things to do. While I wouldn’t want my husband anywhere but the delivery room while I deliver, I don’t really want him to smother me either.

I am a silent sufferer and prefer to be left alone than have my hair stroked or shoulders rubbed. I want him there, but not in my face. If you want Daddy right there, breathing through the contractions with you, then have him do that. But, if you’d rather be left alone to deal with your stuff, giving Daddy a little distraction can be good for everyone. Something kind of mindless that can be dropped at a moments notice, should the need arise, is perfect. A gift card for some new apps might be fun too.

Google Play Store

DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #8:

The phone numbers list.  It’s pretty easy to get word out about Baby’s birth with all the social media options these days.  Even my grandma is on Facebook. Heck, both of my grandmas are, and my grandpa! But, some people deserve an actual phone call or picture message at least. Make sure all those extra special people (and the ones not on social media – like my dad) are included on the list so no one gets forgotten or missed.

 

You can get the one below when you sign up for The ULTIMATE Hospital Packing List.

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DADDY’S HOSPITAL BAG MUST-HAVE #9:

Any other checklists or special instructions you want Daddy to know.  Discuss certain medical procedures and complications with your birth partner beforehand and in what ways you would like to handle them.  Heaven forbid you hemorrhage or something; but, there is the chance you won’t be able to make decisions for yourself at some point during the childbirth process. Having someone else aware of your wants and wishes can help in difficult situations where life-altering decisions have to be made right now.

 

Of course, it’s not a bad idea to ask Daddy if there’s anything else he wants to take… After all, it is Daddy’s Hospital Bag. The Boy Scouts knew what they were doing when they chose the motto “Be Prepared!” If you are, it will make your first few days with baby more enjoyable for your entire family.

DADDY’S BAG SHOPPING LIST

  • Pillow
  • Man snacks
  • Extra shirts
  • Night wear
  • Towel
  • Swim trunks
  • Tablet or laptop
  • Gift card for new apps
  • Contact list
  • Other special instructions concerning your labor and delivery

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Congratulations again on your little bundle of joy! Now, go pack those bags!

Feeling confident about what you’re packing for you and baby? Take a look at the things I wish I had packed the first two times I had a baby! You might be surprised by what WASN’T provided the second time.

 

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I'm Krista. Ringleader here on While He Was Napping, wife to my handsome Mr. Right & momma to my THREE energetic boys, Big J (9), Little J (6) & Little N (4). We FINALLY added a beautiful little girl to our family last December.

I’m knee-deep in Tonka trucks & Thomas trains. I survive our crazy days with Vanilla Coke, Sonic slushies, sweet snuggles and little giggles. When I tuck them in tight & kiss them good night, I get a little time to create & just be me.


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