Products I Love
THE TOP BABY ITEMS I RECOMMEND
Starting a baby registry can be overwhelming. There’s so many products out there it’s tough to know what items you truly need and what you can do without. Sleep changes as your baby gets older which means transitioning out of the swaddle and into a sleep sack. I’ve included all my favorites broken down below.
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This product is my top recommended item for traveling. It goes over a pack and play to make a separate sleep space for baby while keeping the space dark. No need to bring darkening shades or worry about having a separate room just for baby. Game changer for vacations! Also helpful for naps at grandma’s or when not at home. The link above will provide you with 5% off at checkout or use code happilyeverafter (must purchase through Slumberpod.com). This product is recommended for babies 4 months and up.
Customizable window cover to black out the room. Easy to install and can be removed and reinstalled daily. This product can easily go underneath blackout curtains to completely black out the room.
These travel blackout blinds suction cup to the window. They are easy to set up and take down for traveling.
Decorative blackout curtain panels which are meant to compliment another blackout treatment. Place these over blinds or another blackout treatment for an even darker sleep environment. The different colors can brighten up your child’s room.
A portable, easy-to-install blackout curtain to darken the room. It uses locking suction cups so no tools required. The link above saves you 10% off!
If you’re not looking for a permanent solution or you need a quick fix, keep it easy! Use some aluminum foil or black trash bags taped to the window with painter’s tape. This is especially handy if your child’s window is an odd shape or for when you’re traveling and don’t want to pack all the things.
Swaddles & Sleep Sacks
THESE PRODUCTS CAN HELP BABY SLEEP MORE SOUNDLY
This sleep sack has an interior swaddle band that can be used as a swaddle or sleep sack. This sleep sack is gently weighted (less than 10% of baby’s body weight) and is designed to help baby feel calm, fall asleep faster, and stay asleep longer. There is a two way zipper for easy diaper changes. Follow the link above to save 15% off your purchase or use code KATIE15 at checkout.
This swaddle keeps baby’s arms up and zipped in so they can’t break out and prevents the moro reflex. The reverse zipper makes diaper changes a breeze.
Adjustable swaddle wrap that keeps baby’s arms down. You can swaddle arms in, hands-to-face, one or both arms out. Transition to the sleep sack with arms out when baby starts rolling.
This swaddle is an easy-to-use wrap swaddle that creates a snug, womb-like feeling for baby. Simply position the adjustable wings around your little one and press on the hook-and-loop closures to secure. The Easy Change zipper allows you to open the bottom of the swaddle without unwrapping your little one or disturbing their sleep.
This is a star shaped sleep sack designed to keep baby’s arms in while still allowing baby to move around freely. It gives them that cozy sensation of the swaddle, but is safe for when baby starts rolling.
This transitional sleep sacks allows baby to sleep arms up and then unzip one arm out at a time to give them time to adjust from the swaddle. Once both arms are out baby can sleep with both arms out.
This sleep sack is made out of ultra soft and breathable bamboo. It keeps your baby at a comfortable temperature all night long. The material is stretchy to give you a snug or looser fit as your baby grows. Different tog levels available for the temperature.
This sleep bag keeps your baby at a perfect temperature all night, baby won’t be too hot or cold. The universal size fits babies from 2 mos. to 2 yrs. No need to buy a sleep bag for different temperatures or as they grow. Follow the link above to save 10% off your purchase or use code HAPPILYEVERAFTERSLEEP10 at checkout.
Wearable blanket that allows baby’s arms to be out, but keeps them cozy. Has an inverted zipper for easy diaper changes. Buy the bundle with both items- brand used by hospitals.
This sleep sack is gently weighted (less than 10% of baby’s body weight) and is designed to help baby feel calm, fall asleep faster, and stay asleep longer. There is a two way zipper for easy diaper changes. Follow the link above to save 15% off your purchase or use code KATIE15 at checkout.
This is a sleep sack for independent sleepers (that move around a lot) and blankets come off. Your child will sleep soundly, comfortable and warm all night long.
The 4 lb Dream Weighted Sleep Blanket feels like a secure and comforting hug. It helps naturally reduce anxiety, alleviate sensory overload and promote healthy sleep. This blanket is best for toddler and kids age 3+ and/or 30+ lbs. Follow the link above to save 15% off your purchase or use code KATIE15 to save 15% at checkout.
Sound Machines
WHITE NOISE HELPS DROWN OUT EXTERNAL NOISES TO PREVENT WAKINGS
This is the number one sound machine I recommend. It combines a night light, sound machine and time-to-rise alert. It can be controlled from your smart phone with the Hatch App when outside of the room.
This white noise machine is actually a fan-based machine, not a recorded sound. It creates the soothing sound of rushing air without actually having to run a fan.
This sound machine is very basic, but affordable. It has a variety of sounds and it lasts long. This specific sound machine is convenient because you can use it with batteries when traveling.
Zenimal
A SCREEN FREE WAY TO PROMOTE BETTER SLEEP
Does your child ask to watch their iPad or listen to music? The Zenimal is a screen free way to promote better sleep, reduce anxiety and stress and support your child’s emotions. The Zenimal has 9 guided meditations and different themes to choose from. It’s recommended for ages 5-12. There’s also a teen/adult version!
Follow the link above to save 5% off your purchase or use code HAPPILYEVERAFTERSLEEP at checkout.
Bottle Warmer
THE FIRST EVER PORTABLE BATTERY POWERED BOTTLE WARMER
Easy to use and safe for breastmilk, premixed formula, water and cow’s milk. This bottle warmer uses slow low heat technology which prevents hotspots and nutritional deterioration. One charge lasts 8-12 hours! Easy to bring in the car or on the airplane while traveling (TSA approved). You can also bundle and save with their formula dispenser to help make bottles on the go. Follow the link above to save 15% off your purchase or use code HAPPILYEVERAFTER15 at checkout.
Calling all Newborn moms! There are some sleep items out there you absolutely want to avoid as they will only set you up to have sleep troubles down the road. Safe sleep is always the way to go and there are some popular products that simply aren’t safe for sleep and have even been recalled, so make sure you do your research. Click below to see 3 popular baby items I don’t recommend.