My favorite baby products

This time around, I've found a few products that I didn't have with Easton.

I thought I'd share my favorites.

Happy Baby Wrap

I knew I wanted to try babywearing this time around and thank goodness Emerson loves it.

My sister in law let me borrow her Happy Wrap and her Sakura Sling and we love both.

I feel like I am more handsfree with the Happy Wrap and find myself using that one the most.

With a very active 3 (almost 4!!!) year old, it's important to have my hands free!

We were able to tackle WalMart, me and 2 kids, this week with the Happy Wrap.

I do wish I had a shield for her face because people do tend to want to get close when they look so cute bundled up.

Medela Pump 

I pumped for a year or more with Easton.

I nursed, but had to pump at work for his bottles for school.

This time around I am trying to pump just to build up a supply in the freezer.

It's a challenge to see just how much I can store up.

It's nice to know if I need to get out, there's milk in the freezer for daddy, should he need it.

aiden + anais blankets

I had heard wonderful things about these blankets before we had Emerson.

I didn't have them with Easton but my mom and my MIL gifted us with a set.

They are wonderful!

Lightweight and breathable for my hot natured baby.

We swaddle her every night, arms out, in these blankets.

They are a great size for laying on the floor too.

A great gift for any new mom!

Samsung BabyVIEW Video Monitor

I knew I wanted a video monitor this time.

My nana always wants to buy useful gifts, so she put me on the hunt for something we needed and this is what I came up with.

My friend Ashley posted about this monitor while I was pregnant, so that saved me from having to research myself.

So far, we really like it.  I like that I can see her without having to go in her room.

Not that we've had many crib naps but it's nice to have.

It doesn't interfere with Easton's monitor either so that's a plus.

Fisher-Price My Little Snugamonkey Rock & Play Sleeper

And this is where the little Apple Dumplin sleeps.

She's not a fan of flat on her back so this has come in handy.

I was able to borrow this from a friend and we love it.

With Emerson's diagnosis, it's important that she get up every 3-4 hours to eat so I like having her close.

This little seat is so cozy and snuggly and has the perfect incline.

It's lightweight and easy to move around.

I carry it to the bathroom and she sits in there while I shower.

Its a lot easier to move than the pack-n-play.

So, what are some of your favorites?

Have you found you use different things on the 2nd (3rd, 4th) child or do you tend to use the same?

Hair Product Review:: Redken Wool Shake & Powder Grip

It should be known, that I'm a hair product hoarder.

First step is admitting it right.

I've tried lots of products, cheap and Salon quality.

 

Right now, I'm currently loving Redken Powder Grip and Redken Wool Shake.

Actually, I've loved Powder Grip for a while, but Wool Shake is a new MUST HAVE in my arsenal.

 

You see, I've been growing out this hair for quite some time, only for it to fall flat and not hold any curl the longer it gets.  So.  What's a girl to do?  CUT IT of course.  I'm really more of a short hair gal anyways.  As much as I'd love to have some long flowy locks or a full top knot, it's just not in the cards for this head of hair.

 

With growing it out, I also went ombre and my hair is the healthiest its been in a long time.
But the truth is, I love me some bleached, damaged hair.  It gives texture; although the unhealthy way.  So, my healthy unbleached hair falls flat and lifeless.  Unless its about 4 days dirty.  So, product must create that texture. 

 

Here's how my Stylist used the Wool Shake on my hair::

Wash & Dry your hair as normal.

Around your part, pick up a section of hair,starting at your part working your way down.

Do this for 2-3 rows.

Spray 2-3 squirts on the underside of each row.

Do this to the left and right of the part and at the crown.

Then with your fingers 'break up' the area where you've sprayed while blow drying by rubbing your fingers at your roots.
It can get crunchy if you don't break it up some.

Once it's dry, finish with Powder Grip or leave as is.

Instant texture and style!

 

 

 

 

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   Go get yourself some Powder Grip and Wool Shake.

It's good stuff!

 

 

 

{{I was in no way compensated for this post.  Just simply sharing my opinion on a product I love.  However, if Redken wants to send some goodies my way, I'll gladly accept!}}