nursery

Wordless Wednesday – Sawyers Nursery Theme!

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January 24, 2012 By Jennifer 43 Comments

For weeks I’ve been talking about a specific nursery set for Sawyer. I technically already had a set but I was gender neutral and beige. The room I’ll be using cannot be painted or really decorated in anyway so it was going to leave the room really plain.

Problem?
I couldn’t talk hubby into it. It wasn’t a need and I was still in need of so many things. I got over my pouting and focused on the needs. I made a registry for my own use {which while being called tacky and presumptuous} was definitely useful. I was able to figure out everything I needed and wanted and put it together on one last. As I got things I was able to cross it off. Even if you’re like me and not receiving gifts I highly suggest the idea.

KidsLine Mosaic Transportation Infant Boys Nursery Bedding

Then recently while gathering some nursery basics I saw my set was getting discontinued. When I asked about it I was told it wouldn’t be clearanced just not restocked as things were purchased. Of course I went into panic mode. I talked to hubby again and he still wasn’t on the same page as me. He didn’t see the point. The 9 piece set was $199 alone. The set did include the quilt, dust ruffle, 2 fitted sheets, diaper stacker, 3 piece wall art, and valance though.

So, what’s a girl to do?
I raided the house and listed a bunch on Craigslist. It’s amazing what you can accomplish when you put your mind to it. I was able to find the mobile clearanced at a different store for half price. I sold more then I needed and last Friday I was off to BRU and look what I cam home with!!!

I got the 9 piece bed bag (quilt, dust ruffle, 2 fitted sheets, diaper stacker, 3 piece wall art, and valance) a second valance, lamp, rug, and blanket! It was the last bag set, rug, and lamp! There were no mobile’s either! I’m so glad I didn’t wait any longer! I definitely don’t regret it either.

Best part? Even though the bag alone was $199 I bought all the pieces pictured plus a bunch of other stuff and through my close out 10% discount, the sale going on with the bedding sets, and coupons I only paid $260 for it all! Score!

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Filed Under: Wordless Wednesday Tagged With: bedding, boys, infant, KidsLine, Mosaic, nursery, Transportation

munchkin baby {nursery essentials} review & giveaway

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January 19, 2012 By Jennifer 602 Comments

I don’t think I truly realized how far baby products have come and how much brands have researched until Sawyer came into our lives. Sure, I considered myself up to date with baby products even though Gavin was older since I still had them coming in but I mainly stuck to the bigger items. I never realized how far even the little items have come too.The Munchkin brand hasn’t just taken into account what mom needs but they’ve kept it stylish and affordable at the same time.

When I was contacted by Munchkin I checked out their site as I do all sites. I hadn’t realized just how much they carried. They have products to help you in your nursery, with diapering needs both in and outside the home, feeding, toys, and more. When I saw the Bobble Bee I knew I had to have it.Johnny had a very similar toy and he loved it. The ability to attach to the swing tray, table, or basically anywhere with a flat surface made it a great toy we could bring places and he could interact with without knocking on the floor. What I love about this bee is not only can he stand and play but I can pull it out of the base (good grip baby won’t be able too!) baby can also have it as a toy they can hold just about anywhere.

Our interactive bee is getting great buzz. This toy is the bee’s knees! This colorful creative toy offers endless play possibilities. Make the head bobble up and down, spin the wings, roll the belly and listen to all the different sounds. The durable suction cup base keeps it secure when you set it on a high chair or table top. Or you can remove it from the base and use it as a hand-held activity toy. No matter how you play with it, this interactive bee is a real honey! Perfect bumble bee toy for babies 3+ months. Interactive play builds motor skills.

The product I was actually asked to review was the SaraBear® Diaper Caddy. It retails for $39.99 and at first I have to admit I was almost positive I wasn’t going to be a fan. Normally, I would have turned the product down but it was Munchkin. I figured I could find another use for it if I didn’t like it since the base basket looked to be my style.

Invented by a mom who saw a need for at-your-finger-tips accessibility to all the baby care essentials, each caddy starts with a custom Shaker style basket in a tight weave of real wood. A handle is attached on either end of the basket and can be collapsed to lie along the side of the basket. Each liner is made from a heavy-weight, 100% cotton fabric. The basket will firmly hold a baby wipes container, and has pockets for diapers, ointments, burp cloths and swabs. The caddies contain no PVC and the dyes used in the textiles are entirely formaldehyde-free. Any wood stain that is used on a SaraBear basket is water-based and lead-free. The packaging was deliberately designed without the use of plastics. At a moment’s notice or a baby’s cry, take everything you need to care for baby from one room to the next.

Let me tell you how much I LOVE this diaper caddy. I am so glad I decided to take it because now I need to find a new purpose for the other one I have because this SaraBear® Diaper Caddy by Munchkin because it’s going to be the perfect fit for what I need it to be. See my changing table and supplies will all be upstairs in Sawyer’s room on the other side of the house. I don’t want to have to go all the way there every time I need to change him. Or need something for him. This will allow me to not only keep his basic diapering needs conveniently down stairs but other extras too.

I love that the liner is also removable (velcro at the sides) and that the handle is flexible. When I filled it up with supplies and brought it downstairs to photograph I had my arms filled with other things like I likely will with baby later on. The flexible handle allowed the basket to lay flat with my hip while still being comfortable to carry. If for some reason my hands are dirty when I grab it I can also wash the cushioned handle.

There is lots of like spots and pockets for things I need. I can fit a full size wipes contained down the center and I still have four other pockets as well as four side pockets. I can store toys, diapers, lotions, spare clothes, etc all in the large pockets and save the smaller ones for clippers, diaper cream, vaseline, etc. Literally everything I need can be kept in small supply downstairs where I’ll need it most during the day. At the end of each day I can check it over to see what I used up and replace anything I need and I’m good to go again.

Munchkin actually has lots of different ways to help keep your nursery well organized! Another great option is their 6-Shelf Closet Organizer! Easy to hang closet rod sleeve fits most closet rods. 6-shelf organizer increases closet storave. Fits Munchkin Nursery Bins. Large, reinforced shelves hold clothes, blankets, shoes, toys & more. Retails for $19.99

Munchkin has offered one Mom Spotted Reader a 6-Shelf Closet Organizer!!!

How to Enter:
1.) Visit Munchkin and tell me what other product (not shown here) you like from them!
Mandatory

How to earn additional entries:
2.) Become a follower on my blog (publicly- privately does not count)-leave another comment (or let me know if you already are) – 2 entries
3.) Subscribe to my blog by EMAIL (not feed) – 2 entries
4.) Blog about my giveaway- with a link back to here AND Munchkin 4 entries (MUST include at least 30 words! Get two additional entries if you include a photo of the giveaway).
Post YOUR blog entry first and then the comment (please include the link directly to it not to your front page, and make an additional comment then the ones above.)
5.) Add my Mom Spotted button to your blog
7.) Follow Mom Spotted on Twitter AND Tweet about this giveaway-
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Win a 6-Shelf Closet Organizer from #Munchkin Baby & @MomSpotted #Giveaway Ends 2.6.12 http://wp.me/p18qpn-4wV

~this can be done once daily (leave link in comment)~
8.) Become a Fan of Mom Spotted on Facebook- leave me a comment
9.) Become a Fan of Munchkin on Facebook!
10.) Post on your facebook home page (1x daily):

Win a 6-Shelf Closet Organizer from @Munchkin & @Jennifer MomSpotted Giveaway Ends 2.6.12 http://wp.me/p18qpn-4wV

(Make sure it links to me and Munchkin & put link in comment)
11.) Leave a relevant comment on any non-giveaway post (reviews are ok)

(Make sure to check out all my other giveaways!
Check the side bar to the right for list!)

That’s many chances to win a 6-Shelf Closet Organizer!!!

Contest ends February 6th at 11:59pm!

www.munchkin.com

***USA Only***

Filed Under: Giveaway, Product Review Tagged With: baby, diaper, munchkin, nursery, Organization, storage

J.J. Cole Nursery Storage ONE DAY Giveaway! $75+ Value!

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December 8, 2011 By Jennifer 720 Comments

I’ve been trying for this baby for years. Years. In that time I have been collecting some of my favorite products from some of my favorite companies. However, there were some products that I really wanted to be gender colored and had to wait and pray I could review or buy once I knew what I was having.

Of course JJ Cole Collection had a collection of products that were on both their lists. I have a diaper bag that has been eagerly awaiting use for quite sometime now that is perfect from them!

One item I knew I had to have for this baby was the Diaper & Wipes Caddy! This product is amazing and makes changing baby away from the changing table so easy! See, with Gavin I was always chasing the diaper cream or vaseline. It seemed I always forgot them. That or I’d be dropping the wipes halfway to a safe changing spot. Now you have everything you need right down to a mat in one place!

There is a drawer for things like nail clippers, diaper cream, baby powder, and more. Then you can keep a full tub of wipes above the drawer. The opposite side has room for lots of diapers and even has a pocket on the side to hold a coordinating changing pad so you don’t dirty your changing surface. You can balance baby and this no problem as it’s a simple, sturdy handle!

Parents can now keep all the necessary changing supplies in one easy-to-access place. Simply grab the Diaper Caddy and change in any room!

• space for diapers, wipes case and lotion
• drawer for cotton balls, balms and other items
• coordinating changing pad included
• protective rubber feet

They also have stylish coordinating Storage Boxes. They have two sizes: short (6.5″x11x11) or tall (11x11x11) and they can hold basically anything in those measurements that your little heart needs them to. I actually plan on grabbing a couple more of these. I like leaving one on the stairs and using it for things that need to go back upstairs and trickle down during the day and then the others are going in the baby’s room for toys and other storage.

Perfect for storing diapers, toys, and other accessories

• collapses for easy storage
• stylish colors and fabrics coordinate with any nursery
• comfortable handles for easy transport
• part of the JJ Cole storage collection

The hamper is great too! I love how sturdy this Hamper is sturdy for a fold down style. It’s easy to commute back and forth to the laundry room when needed with the sturdy handles in both the back and front. If the top slides in there is fabric to grab to pull it back out. The size of this hamper is small enough to fit in a corner or unused space but big enough to put baby’s whole wardrobe in!

Keep your nursery neat and clean by storing laundry in this stylish hamper.

• sleek attached lid keeps dirty duds out of sight
• comfortable handle for easy transport
• collapses for easy storage
• part of the JJ Cole storage collection

I’m super excited about these joining our family. They were all considered MUST HAVE PRODUCTS on my list for this baby. They are all going to make my life easier in so many ways. They are fashionable but not so fashionable that they are going to be tacky or stand out with everything else but nice enough to blend in and make my entire area picture perfect (and functional!).

…and I know you want a set in your own color choice, right?

J.J. Cole Collections has offered one Mom Spotted Reader a Storage Box Tall Blue Stripe, Diaper Caddy Blue Stripe, & Hamper Blue Stripe!!! (Winner chooses color!)

How to Enter:
1.) Visit J.J. Cole Collections and respond w/ your favorite color swap canopy for the Broadway Stroller!Mandatory

How to earn additional entries:
2.) Become a follower on my blog (publicly- privately does not count)-leave another comment (or let me know if you already are) – 2 entries
3.) Subscribe to my blog by EMAIL (not feed) – 2 entries
4.) Blog about my giveaway- with a link back to here AND JJ Cole Collections 4 entries (get two more if you include a photo of the giveaway).
Post YOUR blog entry first and then the comment (please include the link directly to it not to your front page, and make an additional comment then the ones above.)
5.) Add my Mom Spotted button to your blog
6.) Follow JJ Cole Collections on Twitter
7.) Follow Mom Spotted on Twitter AND Tweet about this giveaway-
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ONE DAY! Win a $75 Nursery Prize Pack from @jjcoleusa & @MomSpotted #giveaway Ends 12.8.11 US & CAN http://wp.me/p18qpn-4kf

~this can be done once daily (leave link in comment)~

8.) Become a Fan of Mom Spotted on Facebook- leave me a comment
9.) Become a Fan of JJ Cole Collections on Facebook! – Tell them what you love at their site
10.) Post on your facebook home page (1x daily):

ONE DAY! Win a $75 Nursery Prize Pack from @JJ Cole Collections & @Jennifer MomSpotted Giveaway Ends 12.8.11 US & CAN http://wp.me/p18qpn-4kf

(Make sure it links to me and JJ Cole Collections & put link in comment)
11.) Leave a relevant comment on any non-giveaway post (reviews are ok)

(Make sure to check out all my other giveaways!
Check the side bar to the right for list!)

That’s many chances to win a Storage Box Tall Blue Stripe, Diaper Caddy Blue Stripe, & Hamper Blue Stripe!!!

Contest ends December 8th at 11:59pm!

www.jjcolecollections.com

***USA & Canada Only***

Mom Spotted Review Policy: I was provided with the featured item(s) at no cost by the manufacturer and/or its PR agency in order to test the products abilities and give my own personal opinions on it. The opinions I have given are mine and may differ from others but it was not influenced in any manner by monetary means.

Filed Under: Giveaway, Product Review Tagged With: JJ Cole, nursery, storage

The Childrens Place Has Baby Bedding!

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March 30, 2011 By Jennifer 3 Comments

Did you hear? The Children’s Place is now carrying baby bedding! They have the cutest themes too!

Introducing our new Baby Shower Shop!!! Find baby essentials, gifts, and so much more! Baby bodysuits, baby bedding, baby bibs…we’re baby crazy! Check it out here: PLACE Baby Shower Shop!

Above: The Jungle collection is my favorite out of them all. It’s more boy then neutral for me but I think it’s adorable! I would love them to make a purple version of this for girls. We all love our little monkeys!

Below: If you want a pink room they have one too. I know if I had a girl pink would not be optional. I think this bright cheerful Butterfly Collection is so cute!

If you’re on the hunt for a blue nursery I love On-The-Move Collection! The sheet immediately catches my eye and I love that the lamp matches so nicely!

Right now they are only available onlinem but I hope they have at least samples in the stores. I’m a girl that likes to go out for items like this and would definitely want to see them in stores.