Is there anything better than tried and true parent favorites? We are the ultimate test kitchens, playground cops, soccer refs, school principals, and diaper services all rolled into one. If something tops our favorites list, the world should take note: this is one tried and true product.
For the Belle Squeaks Bum Genius diaper giveaway (sorry interested parents–giveaway closed a few weeks ago), I asked you faithful readers to recommend your favorite baby, toddler, or kid product. The resulting recommendations…well…let’s just say I’ve got a healthy head start on this year’s Christmas wish list.
So without further ado, here are the top recommendations on Baby Carriers, Diapers, Baby Items, and Mama Items from the non-professional product tester extraordinaires at Belle Squeaks!
BABY CARRIERS
ERGO (5 votes) – Jodie writes: “It’s the best baby carrier EVER! I’ve tried so many other carriers, mei tais, slings, pouches… now that I have an ERGO, I’ll never go back.”
Sleepy Wrap (5 votes). Aparna writes: “I love that I can keep my LO close to me without having to take away time from my 3 yr old.”
Hotslings AP Sling – Rachel writes: “It is just so easy to pop the baby in there and go shopping or as a back up plan when baby is screaming in the stroller and just wants to be held. Save your arms:)”
Moby Wrap (2 votes)
FOR MAMAS
Target-brand nursing cami – Mollie writes: “I’d say my favorite mama product is the Target-brand nursing cami. I have them in every color and love them because they’re long enough to cover my waistband or tuck in, have a built-in bra, and they’re so affordable. I have them in every color!”
BE maternity smoothing camis – Kristen writes: “Not only do they look good, are comfortable, but finally I found one that’s long enough!”
The Essential Pregnancy Organizer: 40 Weeks + – Megan writes: “Since baby is still in utero, my favorite “mom” product has been [this book] by Dani Rasmussen and Antoinette Perrez. I reference it at least daily and love to fill out the pages and check off the lists. It’s looking a little ragged at 36 weeks!”
Ameda Purely Yours Ultra Breast Pump
Bamboobino oval nursing pads
FOR BABIES
Tummy Tub baby to toddler bath tub
BabyLegs (2 votes) – Carlee writes: “BabyLegs legwarmers. They’re fantastic when she’s crawling around…good for keeping her warm/cool when going between climate/controlled buildings and outside….and wonderful for diapers changes. I also hear they’re great for potty training, but we’re not quite there yet!”
Amber Teething Necklace – Michelle writes: “It worked so well for my now 19 month old that I will be getting another for my 4 month old.”
aiden + anias swaddle blankets
Tiny Diner Mat – portable placemat for baby and toddler
PeaPod from KidCo. – DiaperDad writes: “It’s a quick open and close UV protected baby tent with an air mattress.”
DIAPERS
Rumparooz pocket diapers
bumGenius! cloth diapers – Michelle writes: “My absolute favorite baby product after raising three babies are Bumgenius cloth diapers – and I’m not just saying that to be cheeky or try browning some noses, I used them for two years on my son and the whole stash is being used on my next baby, awesome savings, great diapers! I love that they come in snaps now. Waiting for prints!!!”
Fuzzi Bunz cloth diapers
AppleCheeks cloth diapers
Green Acre Design’s Pittsburgh Diaper from Happy Baby Company- JR writes: “My favorite baby product so far has been our HBC Pittsburgh diaper. It’s so cute to see our little one dressed up in her Steelers’ gear!”
DIAPER LOTIONS AND WIPES
Burt’s Bees baby wash and lotion
Homestead Company’s Baby Wipe oil
Northern Essence diaper balm
Dimpleskins Bum Bum Balm
Honey Chunks wipes solution
This was neat to read! I was excited to see that I pretty much owned something in each category!! It’s good to know that I have the best for my little one!! The only thing that wasn’t on the list that I love is Earth Mama Angel Baby products. Everything they have for mom and baby is wonderful.