***Got a mom-to-be to shop for this holiday? Read my post from Christmas 2007 about the goodies that I got.***
Two Christmases ago I got wedding stuff. This Christmas I got baby stuff! If you are shopping for a new mom-t0-be and don't know what to get her, check out these fabulous ideas:
Vera Bradley Microfiber Baby Bag( in brown): Includes a changing pad and a laminated interior. A baby bag that doesn't scream "baby on board!"
Shopping Cart Covers: Since shopping carts have been found to be dirtier than public toilets, no new mom should be without one of these. I got a Winnie-the-Pooh toile but there are many fabrics to choose from. All covers are hand-made and comes with a mini pillow for the little peanut to rest while you shop (you wish!).
Mother's Love Pendant: Straight from the James Avery jewelry company in TX, the Mother's Love pendant represents mom and baby in a loving embrace.
Belly Smooches Cream: Voted as "Parent's Pick" on Babycenter.com. Prevent stretch marks with this pregnancy approved body cream. Use it on your belly, hips, thighs, etc. The cream smells refreshing and is not gooey or sticky. (If you are shopping on your own and don't want to spend the money on this, cocoa butter is always a good backup)
Cucumber Tea Eye Gel: Use this for an invigorating eye lift in the morning. Reduces puffiness and safe during pregnancy. A best seller on the BabyCenter site.
Tracy Mallet: 3-in-1 Pregnancy System: Using yoga, pilates, and strength methods, Tracy leads pregnant woman in any stage (first-third trimester and post) through a relaxing workout. It helps that she is rather pregnant in the video as well. The 4th part of the video is a great way to get the hubby in the mix as she uses her husband (a physical therapist) to lead her through some stretches. Yoga and Pilates moves are helpful in prepping the body for birth.
Repost: A Very Baby Christmas (2008 edition)
A Vera Good Exchange
My girlfriends know me well. For my baby shower, they got me a Vera Bradley baby bag in Mod Floral Pink. Normally it would not be a problem, but I had already received a Vera baby bag for Christmas. What's a girl to do? I mean, there's always room for Vera bags, but do I need 2 baby bags?
So, I decided instead that I would exchange the bag for store credit (they also know me well enough to shop at my favorite Vera supplier, Charmed by Claire in Cranbury) and get accessories to go with my baby bag. Since my bag is brown microfiber, I had a lot of choices, but ended up sticking with the Mod print. It's so lovely!
I do have a point to this story. This post is for those stylish moms who want to enjoy the same Vera benefits that I soon will.
There are 3 products (2 of which I exchanged) that are perfect for moms-on-the-go and since they come in all of the Vera patterns, you can coordinate them with your mommy ensemble if you like.
Exchange #1: Out To Lunch
This item is fully lined so you can keep a cold pack in there for your baby/child's snacks. Not to mention, it's good to keep a cool snack or drink in for yourself!
Exchange #2: Ditty Bag
I was told that this bag is great to keep "wet" baby/kid clothes in. This bag is also lined and definitely washable (like all of Vera's bags).
Product #3: Cool Keeper
I did not get this product, but I might find it necessary in the future. Another lined bag, this is great to keep bottles in.
So here is your Vera baby bag accessory must have list. Even if you don't have a Vera baby bag, consider these your must haves for the fashionable mom. You'll thank me.
