Is the Flyaway Bed Worth It? Probably Not – Here’s Why
Is the Flyaway Bed worth it for air travel with toddlers? It wasn’t for us, here’s why. Editor's Rating: 2 I’ve always been known in my friend group as the one who travels, and when I shared the news of my pregnancy, a friend of mine was so excited about the FlyAway bed that she…
Is the Guava Lotus Travel Bassinet and Crib Worth It? (Not Sponsored Review!)
Editor's Rating: 5 When I was building out my baby registry I came across all kinds of premium products and wondered if any of them were truly worth it. Like the SNOO Smart Sleeper, Artipoppe baby carrier, anything by Nuna or UPPA Baby, Willow wearable breast pumps, and of course, the Guava Lotus Bassinet and…
Is the Slumberpod Worth It? My Honest Thoughts After 2 Years
Editor's Rating: 4.5 Is the Slumberpod worth it? You’ve likely seen it on social media and wondered, is this actually the godsend they say it is? After some deliberation, I bought one and tested it so that we an answer the question once and for all: Will it help everyone get better sleep on vacation,…
10 BEST Bamboo Baby Clothes (We Tried Them All!)
We’re lovers of bamboo clothing in this family. It’s perfect to layer in the winter, the ideal light fabric in the summer, and when my son developed eczema, it became the only fabric we wanted on his body. I also bought us a family set of bamboo PJs for Christmas, then another set, because they…
10 BEST SNOO Alternatives
As someone who’s navigated the winding path of motherhood, I understand the importance of finding the perfect sleep solution for your infant – ideally one that doesn’t equal the price of a used car. When I first heard about the SNOO, I was convinced it was the only option out there, but now I know…
The 10 Best Baby Travel Bassinets
If you’re traveling with your baby in those precious first few months of life, you’ll need a designated safe spot for your little one to sleep. Depending on your accommodations, a hotel crib may be an option, but many parents opt to travel with a portable bassinet. We’ve scoured the market for the very best…
Airplane Bassinets – Everything to Know and How to Reserve One
Flying with a baby can be both exciting and challenging. As a mother who has navigated the skies with my little one many, many times (over 100 while he is still a ‘lap infant’), I understand all too well the importance of finding ways to make the journey smoother. One of the lifesavers in the…
The 15 Best Toddler Travel Beds in 2024
Figuring out where our children will sleep is one of the trickiest parts of planning family trips. Whether we’re booking a hotel, staying at a relative’s house, or camping, we’re always looking to create a solid night of sleep for our kids on adventures away from home. We’ve traveled with inflatable beds, bed rails, toddler…
The 15 Best Baby Beds for Travel
Whether you’re camping with your children, staying with family, booking a hotel room, or renting a house, figuring out where your baby will sleep (let alone getting them to doze off!) is complicated. Sometimes using a hotel crib is an option, but in most cases, parents need to bring a travel baby bed along to…
How to Help Your Baby Sleep on Vacation
‘How did your baby do with jet lag?’ is one of the most common questions I receive. I get it, it was one of my greatest worries, too. We’ve taken my son to Mexico, Japan, Portugal, and are now in Bali, and each has required some adjusting not only to battle jet lag, but to…
Eufy SpaceView Baby Monitor Review: Why I Love It and What I Had to Replace
When we were expecting the birth of our son, deciding on a baby monitor was one of the first things we did. It felt like an easy task to check off and add to our baby registry. It turns out that choosing a monitor isn’t as straightforward as it sounds. The market is flooded with…
Is the Owlet Dream Sock and Cam Worth it in 2023? Maybe Not. Here’s Why
When deciding what to get for our newborn, the Owlet Dream Sock and Cam was high on my list. The selling point was the smart sock could measure our baby’s oxygen levels, heartbeat, and sleep patterns. It seemed like a great way to put my worried mind at ease. I should have known it wouldn’t…
Everything to Know About Hotel Cribs
Traveling with a baby or toddler usually means bringing a lot of stuff with you. Ideally, a crib doesn’t have to be one of them, assuming the hotel you’ve picked has a decent one! But how do you know if the crib is safe and meets your child’s needs? After over a dozen trips with…
Is the Dreamland Baby Weighted Sleep Sack Worth It? A Mom’s Honest Review
When you’re parenting an infant, you’ll do almost anything for sound slumber. The baby gear market is brimming with innovative products and smart sleep solutions that deliver new moms and dads the promise of that beautiful, wonderful, elusive full night of sleep. According to Dreamland Baby, its weighted sleep sack is one of those magic…
What to Look for in a Glider or Rocking Chair for Your Baby Nursery
As you get closer to the birth of a new baby, those nesting tendencies get real. From wall hangings and mobiles to cribs and changing tables, decorating your nursery can be one of the most exciting parts of welcoming a child into your home. Choosing a cozy glider or rocking chair is also part of…
A Cozy Air Mattress for Toddlers: Intex Kids Travel Bed Review
Editor's Rating: 4 Once your child grows out of the pack-and-play, figuring out where they’ll sleep when you travel becomes a whole new obstacle. When our toddler son reached this hurdle, we researched multiple children’s air mattresses and settled on the Intex Kids Travel Bed. For well over a year now, it has served as…
Chicco LullaGo Nest Portable Bassinet: Honest Review for Home and Travel
Editor's Rating: 4 In my experience, shopping for baby gear is mostly deciding what’s worth splurging for and what you can buy at a reasonable price. The Chicco LullaGo Nest Portable Bassinet is one of those items that’s enduring and easy to use, without a staggering price tag. It’s a great compromise between a full-size…
Hatch Rest Sound Machine – My Full Review (and Why I Bought Two)
Before having kids, white noise was the last thing you’d hear bumping from our speakers at night. Now that I’m a mom with both an infant and a toddler, we use sound machines every day to drown out background noise, soothe our little ones, and help them sleep. With remote control capabilities and a wide…