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What to Pack for a Memorial Day Weekend Trip with Your Baby

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Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of the summer season for a lot of people. It’s a great opportunity to pack up the family and head out of town for the long weekend. If this is your first holiday weekend away from home with your baby, there are some essentials you want to remember.  Extra Clothes and Diapers You can trust that you’ll need to pack extra clothes and diapers. Unlike bald tires, you never really know when your baby is due for a blowout. Packing more than you think you might need is always a good idea, just in case you need some extras. Pack clothes that could also account for changing weather. May is often an unpredictable time for weather. A Hooded Bath Towel If all goes the way we want this Memorial Day weekend, you’ll be dipping your toes in the water somewhere. You’ll need a premium hooded bath towel for baby so they can stay warm and comfy after their time in the water. Look for a hooded towel made with soft muslin and cozy terry cloth. A Carseat C...

5 Stimulating Indoor Activities to Try with Your Newborn This Winter

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As the cold weather ushers in snow, ice, and wind, you might take fewer walks outside with your baby and generally hang out inside more and more. But just because the winter weather keeps you inside doesn’t mean there aren’t many fun and stimulating indoor activities you can do with your baby. Here are five easy activities to have fun with your little one all winter long. Muslin Swaddle Indoor Sensory Tummy Time Most parents know about tummy time. Simply lay one of your muslin or  outdoor blankets  down in the living room to create a soft and safe play mat. But this tummy time can be filled with activities that excite your baby’s senses. You can present some fresh herbs like rosemary or basil on a tray in front of your baby to help stimulate their sense of smell. Fill up a resealable plastic bag with water and ice so they can familiarize themselves with the cold sensation. Another great idea is to tie a helium balloon to one or both of their ankles. This creates a fun little g...