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How to Wrap Baby’s Presents in Blankets and Fabric
The process of wrapping presents for a baby for a birthday party or Christmas is a little inefficient. That’s why I’m passing along a tip that I use for all of my little kids (and trust me, I have plenty who can’t rip wrapping paper by themselves!) for how to wrap baby’s presents in blankets and fabric. Of course, you want the gifts to look beautiful for your keepsake photos (like baby’s first birthday for your scrapbook), but there are 2 problems with this: 1. Babies can’t open presents gift wrapped with wrapping paper and 2. If you are “helping” your baby unwrap the presents, you can’t be taking pictures…
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Baby Protection New Technology – Safety 1st Complete Air Convertible Car Seat
Safety 1st was kind enough to send me a Complete Air carseat to try out for myself so I could share my thoughts with you all. Here's what I thought about using the Safety 1st Complete Air Convertible Car Seat over the last month.
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7 Must-Have Baby Shower Gifts
7 Must-Have Baby Shower Gifts There are many necessary and practical baby items that moms may or may not receive at their baby showers. Many baby shower gifts are fun and cute, but moms also usually want them to help put a dent in the list of things they have to buy for the new little bundle of joy. From my personal experience, I know that my husband and I still had to buy A LOT of things for our son after the shower was over. We received 4 sets of baby clippers and hair brushes as baby shower presents, but only 1 box of baby wipes! There are a…
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10 Ways Not to Break the Bank When Baby Comes
Having a baby can easily be one of the most expensive life changes you'll go through. For such little people, babies seem to require very big purchases! In reality, it is possible to have a baby while staying on budget. Here are ten ways NOT to break the bank when baby comes:
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6 Baby Shower Gifts to Leave at the Store
If you’ve ever wondered if you gave baby shower gifts that were returned, this list is for you! What to give as a baby shower gift is a tricky subject. People often want to buy adorable newborn-appropriate gifts to welcome the new little person to the world! However, many times the items a new mom receives as baby shower gifts are not very useful, or so short-lived that they represent an impractical lifespan. What baby gifts do new moms wish you’d left at the store? Personally, I wish I had gotten less baby clothes. Baby clothes are not only expensive, but having a huge stockpile is just impractical. I…
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How to Get Things Done When You Have a Baby: The Practical Parent's Guide
This guide tells how to get things done once you have a baby (or babies) in the house. It is written for both men and women, new parents and seasoned parents alike. The links and photos throughout this guide will let you look at the mentioned items at Amazon, so you can see exactly what the guide is referring to. You're never too far into parenting to take back control of your time and your life, so start today!
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How To Give Small Baby Shower Gifts
Readers Ask: How Do I Give Small Baby Shower Gifts? Being on a small budget may mean giving a smaller gift at a baby shower. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, though. Check out the 13 Best Baby Shower Gifts on a Budget for some great baby shower gifts to give when the budget is tight. Before you start to feel guilty thinking of all the bigger gifts that will be opened around yours, remember that it really is the thought that counts. In the case of small baby shower gifts, you have the opportunity for personalization that will make your gift both special and memorable to the new mom.…
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13 Best Baby Shower Gifts on a Budget
Looking for great gift ideas for a baby shower that won’t break the bank? Everyone wants to give a gift that will be liked, be appreciated, and most of all, be USED! It is possible to give great gifts when you’re on a budget, and don’t forget that sentimental and practical value are king where baby presents are concerned. A more expensive gift is NOT guaranteed to be a better gift! What do new moms really want to get for gifts at baby showers? Surprisingly, these 13 most-wanted gifts are affordable and desirable baby shower loot! 13 Best Baby Shower Gifts on a Budget 1. Diapers. The MOST important gift…
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Yes, I Bring My Husband His Slippers
Is doing nice things for your spouse really wrong? Does it mean that you are their servant or slave, that you are beneath them? Is it belittling for a woman or man to show love through doing nice things? Of course not!
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