Archive for the ‘gifts’ Category
12
Jan
Posted by hipm0m in baby registry, breastfeeding, Christmas, gifts, hip baby, jewelry, Mr. Right, new baby, push presents. Tagged: baby registry, breastfeeding, con Leche, jewelry, new baby, new mom, push present. 4 Comments
Our baby boy was born on Christmas Eve morning. I hadn’t packed my hospital bag ahead of time so I wasn’t feeling quite as prepared as I had hoped when I went into labor. Luckily, I had made a quick trip to Babies R Us earlier in the week so we did have everything we needed, or so I thought.
The morning after our baby was born, my husband went home to shower and to grab a quick bite to eat (the cafeteria food wasn’t cutting it for him). He showed up a few hours later with a small gift in hand. Even though it was Christmas Day, it still brought me to tears. This is certainly one Christmas I will never forget.
Inside the box was a watch, one that was on my wish list but that still came as a surprise. I haven’t worn a watch in years and even though I recall saying a few years back that the wrist watch would soon be obsolete (what with everyone carrying a phone which tells the correct time), I fell in love with the watches from con Leche that I had discovered during my pregnancy.
con Leche (Spanish for “with milk” or “milky”), makes stylish watches for breastfeeding moms. Underneath the standard dial that tells the current time is a second dial which shows the time of baby’s last feeding and is manually reset each time your breastfeed. You can also record which side baby nursed on at each feeding by manually setting “L” (left), or “R” (right). Ingenious.
When my first son was born and breastfeeding was new to both of us, I kept track of each feeding on a piece of paper but soon discovered that having that paper handy at each feeding was the most challenging part of the process.
Breastfeeding can be a struggle during the first few weeks but it does get easier. My new watch is a lifesaver and makes feeding the baby much less stressful since I simply glance down at my wrist to determine when, approximately, his next feeding will be.
I highly recommend adding a con Leche watch – with three unique designs – to your baby registry or for dads to purchase as a push present for their partner. I couldn’t have asked for a better Christmas gift (besides our Christmas Eve baby).
Happy Healthy Hip Parenting
Peace Begins in the Home
30
Sep
Posted by hipm0m in baby gear, bundle up joy, contest, games, gifts, giveaways, video games. 1 Comment
A few weeks ago, I posted three separate giveaways / contests that have not yet ended. If you’d like to register to win, there’s still time!
Stay tuned for more great giveaways over the coming months! We don’t do them often, but we do have some pretty fabulous items coming your way.
Happy Healthy Hip Parenting
Peace Begins in the Home
28
Jul
Posted by hipm0m in art, birthday, celebrations, First Moment Memories, gifts, keepsake, new baby. 2 Comments
There are three brand new babies in my family and I won’t be able to meet them for another three weeks yet. So far, I’ve already purchased tiny little shoes and onesies and books for them, their siblings and parents.
One thing I have not yet done is purchase something or create something that honors their special day, in particular. I’m not a creative person (honestly) so I was thrilled to discover that a colleague of mine has recently started her own company: First Moments Memories.
From Founder:
“I love celebrating big events, and finding an artful way to remember them was hard to do. There are other keepsakes that capture similar information, but either the art wasn’t engaging, or there was too much text. Nothing I found captured the true celebratory feeling of a great event.
So little by little, I started piecing together the idea of original art, creative fonts, and something versatile that could go easily into a photo album, or be a great framed piece to admire.
Every time I look at one for my son and daughter, I find myself smiling. Why not share a smile?”
10
Jun
Posted by hipm0m in bloggers, cascade lemonade, contest, etsy, FREE, gifts, notes from my nest, street team, travel, vintage. Leave a Comment
You could win a FREE gift from Cascade Lemonade! They’re giving away a free travel accessory (up to $10 in value) to one lucky winner! Their original designs in vintage patterns and prints are so much fun! To enter, visit Notes From My Nest for details. Deadline to enter is June 11 by noon (EST), so be sure to check out the site today!
3
Jun
Posted by hipm0m in bloggers, blogs, book review, careers, expectant moms, gifts, literacy, literature, new moms, publishing, reading, well-read child. 1 Comment
I enjoy reading blogs devoted to books and literacy. After all,
my career (the one that provides a paycheck) is in children’s publishing.
The Well-Read Child is my new favorite (among many). Just today, a review was posted about The Rookie Mom’s Handbook
, written Heather Gibbs Flett and Whitney Moss.
With 250 activities you can do with or without your baby, this book would make the perfect gift for new or expectant moms.
11
May
Posted by hipm0m in baby gear, child safety, gifts, hip, nabi baby, new baby, parenting party, sponsors, toddlers, trendy. Leave a Comment
Who said safety can’t be hip and fun?
The iddie biddie one-piece is a miniature cotton baby one-piece that hangs by suction cup on the inside of your car window to let everyone know your little one is on board.
Check out all the different iddie biddie designs and other cool stuff at Nabi Baby.
My favorite:
The creative text on the front adds an amusing element, but the shape of the garment allows motorists to immediately recognize that a baby or toddler is on board and reminds them to drive safely.
The variety of colors and designs will be raffled off at the upcoming Parenting Party. Don’t miss it!
4
May
Posted by hipm0m in bags, celebrations, design, fashion, gifts, jewelry, luggage, mother's day, on line shopping, travel, vacation. Leave a Comment
FLIGHT 001 has some great gift ideas for Mother’s Day. They specialize in products to help make traveling easier. Their fun designs and affordable items make this a great website to visit for anyone who travels, whether for business or pleasure.
HANDMADE SILK JEWELRY ROLL – Features 3 zip pockets for necklaces, bracelets and long earrings, one spacious slip pocket for larger pieces, a snap-down ring roll, and 4 loops for small earrings. Exterior features a silk embroidered flower motif with silk tie closure. 8.5in X 14.75in
ZEBRA TRAVEL CLOCK – Features an alarm and fold-in protective and portable design. 3.5in x 3.5in x 1.25in.
TRANSPORT WEEKENDER – Features a large interior packing compartment with zip closure. Exterior features a zip pocket, double handles, and an adjustable/removable
messenger strap.
MOBILE PHONE HOLDER – Hangs between your phone’s plugged-in battery charger and the wall socket. The instant little shelf provides a support for your phone and cord while keeping them neat and safe.
MIMOBOT USB FLASHDRIVE – USB storage device in Domo-kun design. Features 1 GB of memory, and comes already preloaded with bonus digital content, ranging from icons and screen savers to rich media. Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Windows Vista’s ReadyBoost technology.
4
May
Posted by hipm0m in catalogs, clothing, edibles, fashion, gifts, magazines, on line shopping, paper, shopping, toys. Leave a Comment
I love to shop, especially on line. I can shop on my own time, at my own pace, add things to my virtual shopping cart and return later to look over everything before I make a purchase.
If you’re anything like me, you receive dozens of print catalogs in your mailbox each week, maybe even more.
I just discovered an easy way to opt-out of these catalog mailings. Whether you’re receiving catalogs that are of no interest to you, you prefer to shop on line, or you’re looking for ways to help save the environment, sign up at Catalog Choice and learn about how you can stop having the bulky catalogs from arriving in the mail.
Catalog Choice is a free service that allows you to decide what gets in your mailbox. Use it to reduce your mailbox clutter, while helping save natural resources.
Catalog Choice is a sponsored project of the Ecology Center. It is endorsed by the National Wildlife Federation and the Natural Resources Defense Council, and funded by the Overbrook Foundation, the Merck Family Fund, and the Kendeda Fund.
The mission of Catalog Choice is to reduce the number of repeat and unsolicited catalog mailings, and to promote the adoption of sustainable industry best practices.
26
Apr
Posted by hipm0m in art, diamonds, edibles, flowers, gifts, gourmet, jewelry, moms, mother's day, perfumes, shopping. Leave a Comment
With less than one week to go, here are some last minute gift ideas for the Mom in your life. It’s not too late to have something shipped in time!
Inside the box was a watch, one that was on my wish list but that still came as a surprise. I haven’t worn a watch in years and even though I recall saying a few years back that the wrist watch would soon be obsolete (what with everyone carrying a phone which tells the correct time), I fell in love with the watches from con Leche that I had discovered during my pregnancy.
con Leche (Spanish for “with milk” or “milky”), makes stylish watches for breastfeeding moms. Underneath the standard dial that tells the current time is a second dial which shows the time of baby’s last feeding and is manually reset each time your breastfeed. You can also record which side baby nursed on at each feeding by manually setting “L” (left), or “R” (right). Ingenious.
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