@cait7425 life saver! Takes a few times to get the hang of it but I can't believe how much it gets out! I also like that everything but the handle is dishwasher safe.
This thread also inspired me to buy LO a new mattress today. He was using that awful board that comes with the PnP #-o And here I am complaining how much better he sleeps in my bed... Poor little dude. It doesn't arrive til Friday though, sadly
Also can someone tell me what's up with all Christmas themed play suits/clothes being outrageously expensive?! I'll tape something red on him if I have to pay 26 bucks for a red themed Christmas outfit he will wear one time.
Also can someone tell me what's up with all Christmas themed play suits/clothes being outrageously expensive?! I'll tape something red on him if I have to pay 26 bucks for a red themed Christmas outfit he will wear one time.
Two words: thrift store. no way in hell would I pay $26 for an outfit. That's a box of 246 diapers! I'm frugal though, partly because I'm a SAHM and partly because that's how I was raised. I LOVED going to the thrift store as a kid!
@lovethatcolosun agreed, I found a onesie at a consignment sale that says gobble till you wobble and a my 1st thanksgiving bib. Saw the same one online at carters.
Also can someone tell me what's up with all Christmas themed play suits/clothes being outrageously expensive?! I'll tape something red on him if I have to pay 26 bucks for a red themed Christmas outfit he will wear one time.
I get Hanna Andersson striped PJ's 2 sizes two big and roll the arms and legs. Instant Christmas. DS has green and white striped so LO will get red and white striped. Its the only baby clothing I don't buy 2nd hand. I know the too big is against the rules but I just go with plan A, don't let the children catch on fire. A good plan.
I don't plan on buying anything holiday themed for LO. 1) I'm a cheap MF. 2) I'm devastated I won't be able to spend thanksgiving with her and if I can't celebrate NO ONE CAN (just kidding).
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Yes, always the thrift store or consignment stores or garage sales (for those of you who live southern and are just now getting into weather that's comfortable for garage sales). I got a jack-o-lantern footed and long sleeved onesie (are those called onesies? Or is that word reserved for the short sleeved and no legged, torso covering only clothes?) for $.50, a similar item that said 'my first Thanksgiving' and a long sleeved onesie that came with matching pants that says 'thankful for mommy'. Also found were some cute pants and matching long sleeved onesie made of thicker, almost like thick long john material, with snowmen on it. All that stuff was from a lady who said, fill up this grocery bag and then give me $5 for it all. I had also found A&A sleep sacks (2 of them went into my bag) and Carter's hoodies for baby there, too.
I have a rule, I REALLY try to stick to it, to not buy ANY clothing more than $10. Like, my target has a clearance rack right now, I hit up for 9-12m and 12m gear, because its all the summer stuff. Not a whole lot of stuff, I don't have a whole wardrobe or anything, but I got a few days clothes squared away
YI got a jack-o-lantern footed and long sleeved onesie (are those called onesies? Or is that word reserved for the short sleeved and no legged, torso covering only clothes?)
So I don't know about the sleeve length, but I do know that "onesie" is trademarked by Gerber. So if it ain't a Gerber, it ain't a onesie.
YI got a jack-o-lantern footed and long sleeved onesie (are those called onesies? Or is that word reserved for the short sleeved and no legged, torso covering only clothes?)
So I don't know about the sleeve length, but I do know that "onesie" is trademarked by Gerber. So if it ain't a Gerber, it ain't a onesie.
I call anything that covers just the torso/arms a onesie. The footed things are footie pajamas. I think the technical term for onesies of other brands is bodysuits.
She's not eating cereal or solids yet, but she loves her high chair! Set it up this week and I think she loves being higher up on our level while we're hanging in the kitchen.
The Munch Mitt has been a godsend here. Gav is getting a tooth in and biting his hands so hard that they turn red. This thing straps on his hand like a little boxing glove and he's happy for hours chomping away.
The Munch Mitt has been a godsend here. Gav is getting a tooth in and biting his hands so hard that they turn red. This thing straps on his hand like a little boxing glove and he's happy for hours chomping away.
Moosedrool here has been my best $8 impulse buy ever. LO loves to chew on the hard plastic shapes, or on the ears. He rubs his face against Moosedrool's face, and will put the nose in his mouth and tongue it. He also grabs a shape on one side with one hand, and either an ear or a shape on the other side with the other hand and pulls in opposite directions like a muscle bound bro ripping his shirt in half. And its got a squeaker in the middle so if he is fussing a little bit you can squeak it at him and make Moosedrool give him kisses to distract him. We don't go anywhere without Moosedrool now.
At Walmart actually. Just kinda hanging out in their small toy section. There was also a definite girl one in pink (I think an elephant?) and a definitely boy one in blue (I think a cow?). He's made by Nuby if you want to try to search online for him.
DH loves Christmas and wants lots of gifts under the tree. I'm Scrooge and think "she'll be 6 months, all she needs is diapers for the future!" Any suggestions? I was thinking the radio flyer wagon but that sounds like a good 1st bday gift.
Something for later like a wagon in a great idea. Books, wooden block set, alphabet cards or puzzle. Yes its all for later but she can look at the bright colors now and knock down block towers by spring. You might not want to buy anything yourself (too much stuff) but you might want to have a list for grandparents etc so you don't end up with more baby stuff you don't want. We are still not buying anything for our 3 year old. The 4-5 gifts he gets from family are already enough to overwhelm him. He loves the decorations, stockings, and excitement. I remember wanting gifts under the tree for his first though just like your DH. Educational things I wanted for later worked. We did wooden blocks and a stacker toy.
My mom says she is going to get a $100 gift card and send that and let me buy the presents, so long as they say they are from Nana (like LO will know, but whatever). I have no idwa what to get. I was thinking some of those Mega Blocks, but I have no idea otherwise. The wagon is a good idea. I'd like to have something LO can use right away and other stuff he can grow into using
My mom says she is going to get a $100 gift card and send that and let me buy the presents, so long as they say they are from Nana (like LO will know, but whatever). I have no idwa what to get. I was thinking some of those Mega Blocks, but I have no idea otherwise. The wagon is a good idea. I'd like to have something LO can use right away and other stuff he can grow into using
I really want to get this for my LO.. I hope target still has it when we're ready to buy her Christmas gifts!
I'm eyeing this for the Christmas list, maybe from grandparents if they want to. I'm a FTM, so maybe it's just a waste of space, but it looks kinda cool.
My mom says she is going to get a $100 gift card and send that and let me buy the presents, so long as they say they are from Nana (like LO will know, but whatever). I have no idwa what to get. I was thinking some of those Mega Blocks, but I have no idea otherwise. The wagon is a good idea. I'd like to have something LO can use right away and other stuff he can grow into using
I just put together a list for the grandparents and aunts/uncles because I need them to not buy us tons of junk! Some of these are for now, some to grow in to: 1. Sandbox 2. Seat to attach to back of a bike (and baby bike helmet) 3. Play kitchen or play store 4. Activity Center like suggested above 4. Walker toy 5. Pull behind puppy 6. Wind up trucks/cars 7. More books 8. Waggon 9. Blocks 10. Shape sorter toys 11. Stackable toys
Another idea, if you don't want to have to pick out everything exactly can you just make an amazon wish list with a bunch of stuff on it, and have her pick?
^^ good idea @hudson202, but my mom is not technologically capable. I have barely taught her how to check email. And 70% of the time I have to get on the phone and walk her thru it. But the list is helpful
We're getting two convertible car seats...one from each set of grandparents. We may get LO a walker and some blocks. And we know people will get her clothes, small toys, etc. We travel for Christmas (at least until LO is big enough to want to stay home for Santa) so we're hoping to not have too much stuff to get back home on the plane (the carseats will be shipped directly here).
Best purchase of the month goes to the Graco nasalclear. The nose Frida kinda freaks me out even tho there is a filter! With LO catching his first cold it's been a godsend!
Thank you for posting this! I'm actually from the July board but you guys have a good thing going over here. My baby was born July 6. Hope you don't mind me peeping over here. Just want to say that this snot sucker is pretty awesome!!
Hey does anyone remember those blocks they used to show on infomercials in the 90's where the kids were making suits of armor and stuff? they were oval, they had glow in the dark ones?
I am purchasing a new crib mattress. Anyone need a rock hard, organic crib mattress. 100% guarantee that your child will not die in their sleep. 100% guaranteed because I can guarantee they'll never get comfortable enough on it to fall asleep! Soft mattress here we come!
Re: Products and Purchases - October
This thread also inspired me to buy LO a new mattress today. He was using that awful board that comes with the PnP #-o And here I am complaining how much better he sleeps in my bed... Poor little dude.
It doesn't arrive til Friday though, sadly
Should def tell DH about this for Christmas.
I'll tape something red on him if I have to pay 26 bucks for a red themed Christmas outfit he will wear one time.
I have a rule, I REALLY try to stick to it, to not buy ANY clothing more than $10. Like, my target has a clearance rack right now, I hit up for 9-12m and 12m gear, because its all the summer stuff. Not a whole lot of stuff, I don't have a whole wardrobe or anything, but I got a few days clothes squared away
But everyone calls them onesies anyway.
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ETA - this link might be more helpful than the photo lol. https://m.target.com/p/b-zany-zoo-wooden-activity-cube/-/A-12025312
Oh and I just noticed apparently it's for 1-3 year olds..so maybe not the best thing..
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00VJKT0QU/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1446868670&sr=1-2&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=fisher+price+bright+beats&dpPl=1&dpID=41xpwOSmTvL&ref=plSrch
1. Sandbox
2. Seat to attach to back of a bike (and baby bike helmet)
3. Play kitchen or play store
4. Activity Center like suggested above
4. Walker toy
5. Pull behind puppy
6. Wind up trucks/cars
7. More books
8. Waggon
9. Blocks
10. Shape sorter toys
11. Stackable toys
Another idea, if you don't want to have to pick out everything exactly can you just make an amazon wish list with a bunch of stuff on it, and have her pick?