Aden & Anais Muslin Wrap - Product Review

Product Review By Erin - Readers Special Pricing, see details below
Having recently purchased a set of Aden + Anais muslin wraps, I am an instant convert and also have all of my friends buying them like there’s no tomorrow.

With fantastic colours and designs – and their groovy new zoo animals design – I was spoilt for choice. They are super soft and a nice close weave, but still allow breathing.

Otherwise known as swaddling clothes, the muslin wraps are a sensational size – a very generous 120cm x 120cm (approx). No more escaping for my little tot!!

Aside from swaddling, the wrap can also be used as an open sheet, on the floor for tummy time and as a stroller shade (drapes nicely given its large sizing).

You may think muslin in muslin, right? Wrong!
There are so many scratchy, poorly woven and super tiny muslin wraps on the market that resemble hessian. So do you self a favour and discover aden and anais. Which by the way are two ex aussies living in the US and were horrified when they discovered they couldn’t get any half decent muslin in the states.

There is also a winter weight which consists of several layers of the same soft muslin, still allowing baby’s body temperature to adjust naturally without overheating and I was pleasantly surprised when I saw them at the pregnancy and baby expo in Melbourne. Which is were I also got a sneak peak and the new muslin sleeping bags, available soon.

The following information is taken from
www.adenandanais.com

Muslin is a unique cotton fabric first introduced into England in the late 17th century. Muslin has a light, open weave that allows air to flow seamlessly through the material. The soft natural fibers allow your baby's body temperature to adjust naturally, eliminating over-heating, but ensuring warmth and comfort. aden + anais wraps will allow you to safely swaddle your baby, giving you confidence that your baby will experience a peaceful and secure sleep.

why swaddle?
This age old technique is used to make your baby feel safe and secure:
Swaddling helps to make your baby feel secure and comfortable, as it is designed to imitate the security of the enclosed surroundings they experienced in the womb
Swaddling helps your baby sleep on their back, the pediatrician recommended sleeping position.
Swaddling helps your baby stay asleep by reducing sudden arm and leg movements (startle reflexes)
Swaddling keeps your baby's face uncovered
Swaddling prevents your baby moving around the crib and getting into dangerous or uncomfortable positions

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Let Me Count The Ways

100 Ways to Calm the Crying
Pinky Mckay
Product Review, By Erin

This book has been a godsend for me.

What on earth does a new mother do with a crying baby??!! Not only did I read this for my first child, but have pulled it off the shelf again for my second.

Pinky’s reassuring, nurturing and positive approach empowered me as a parent and gave me confidence to do what really does just come naturally, but because you get so much conflicting advice from other sources, it is great to always come back to this little book.

It’s my parenting bible!

From the first sentence of this book, I felt I was on the right track - 'Here is a book that is down-to-earth, warm and unlike many other books that deal with crying, respects babies.' In addition to this, Pinky points out that 'Comforting will not spoil your baby.'

She says "There is no sense in entering a power struggle with your baby over natural functions such as sleeping and eating. By not responding to her signals, the only things that are being 'spoilt' are your relationship with your baby and your own self-confidence."

And in the chapter titled 'Blessings', there's this little gem "As you sit and rock your baby, instead of becoming restless about unfinished work, look deeply into those trusting eyes and ask yourself how much these things would matter if your child were taken from you tomorrow."

Each chapter deals with an aspect of crying and tips to calm the crying:
· little night howls
· hunger
· tummy pains
· nappy rash
· breastfeeding
· walking the floor
· soothing sounds
· over-stimulation
· creating diversions
· baby massage
· lactose intolerance
· food allergies/intolerances
· reflux/colic
· from womb to room
· coping (and not coping)

The perfect companion book to 'Sleeping Like a Baby' (we recommend you buy both books), '100 Ways to Calm the Crying' explains why babies cry, from normal developmental changes to more painful conditions such as colic and reflux.

Along the way, Pinky offers practical tips how to:Calm and connect with your baby cope with crying and sleepless nights, Identify symptoms that may require professional help.

RRP $24.95 AU available from pinky mckay

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Pinky McKay’s ‘Mummy Mentor’ Classes Dates

Picture and text in italics taken from Pinky’s website www.pinkymckay.com.au

Welcome To The World

Erin has joined styled baby, and she has something to share with you.

Xavier Thomas is the latest addition to her famiy, a baby brother for Deacon. Born on the 31st Of July, weighing 8 lbs 8 oz, he was welcomed into the world at 5:48am.

Rock Star Baby Infinity Pram - Product Review

Erin joins Styled Baby, her first assignment - product review on the Rock Star Baby Infinity Pram. So leave her some feedback.

Jon Bon Jovi's Rock Star Baby Infinity Pram

Rock Star Baby Infinity Pram
Styled similarly to the Bugaboo Chameleon and the Steelcraft Strider, the Rock Star Baby Infinity Pram is a great choice for the budget and style conscious mum and dad.
Comes with all the mod cons including bassinet, reclining and reversible toddler seat, snug fully lined sleeping bag, rain cover, great nappy baby (even Dad happy to carry this one!) and tyre pump, it's all you need.

Having only recently purchaed it, it is still being "run in", but so far, so good.
It is lightweight (11kg), easy to manoevre - having previously had a 3 wheeler, I am enjoying the stability and control of the 4 wheel design.
Underpram basket is a bit on the small side, so don't plan on taking the kitchen sink!
Available in black, red or beige.

Suitable from newborn to 18kg.
The only stroller/pram on the market endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi!
Front swivel wheels for ultimate manouverability.
Convertible from a stroller into a pram with both a bassinet and toddler seat included.
Two pneumatic rear wheels offer baby a comfortable ride.
Light weight frame.

Currently on sale at http://www.dealsdirect.com.au/ for $299 -50% 0ff (selected Colours only)

Product review by Erin


What do they think makes Rock Star Baby Infinity better than other strollers on the market:
Suitable for larger infants.
Better seat recline, greater comfort.
More comfort and protection for baby.
Internal handle mechanism won't catch on external items.
Greater sun protection.
Sturdy built with greater ease of use - bassinet/stroller uses a click on/off system.
Stronger and longer wearing wheels.
Unbeatable safety - red safety brake and tether attachment.
Specifications:
Seat depth: 23cm.
Seat axis: 11cm.
Bassinet/stroller: two separate, hand moulded units.
Rear wheel width: 60cm.
Seat position: 2 multi position.
Complies to new standard – AS/NZS 2088:2000.

Images and italic text from deal direct