Baby Things

In an effort to escape the monsoon yesterday, I went to Target. I happened to need a lot of baby products, so I decided to take pictures and share with you my favorites. We have gone through many, many baby things in the almost eight months of having Lila. I like to get the most bang for my buck. I would love your feedback about things you like and/or comparable items for a cheaper price. Categories include: diapers, wipes, diaper cream, lotions, shampoo/washes, breast pumps (sorry), bottles, pacis and formula.




Diapers

I like Luvs. When you first have a baby, you have to use Pampers Swaddlers I think. They are just "blankie soft" like my sister says, and smell like baby powder. Then you get over it. Luvs keep wetness away from Lila's skin and absolutely don't leak. AND...108 diapers for $17? Can't beat it. My hand looks big and weird in this picture.

Others I've tried: Pampers, Huggies and Target Brand

Wipes

I don't skimp here. Pampers Sensitive "Thick Care." Lila is so prone to diaper rash that the wipe we use is important. They are super moist an hypoallergenic. , you don't have to press very hard on their little bottoms to get all fresh and clean.

Others I've tried: Huggies and Target Brand


Diaper Cream

I like Burt's. It clears up diaper rash fast, is free of endocrine disrupting chemicals, and has a nice lavenderish scent. I also like Dr. Smith's.

Others I've tried: Desitin, A&D

Baby Wash/Shampoo

Umm I kind of just use whatever soap I want but I do like this Peter Rabbit Organics. I do have an issue with it not lathering very much. I use Johnson's as well.



Pacifers

MAM is the best. Babies love them and they're super cute.

Other brands I've tried: all of them

Breast pumps

This topic may frighten you if you've never had a child. But all I can say to you, in the most loving and kind tone possible, is...get over it!! Breastfeeding is the most nutritious and natural way we can feed our babies. We should be a society that encourages and accommodates women feeding their little ones the most perfect (and free) food. After talking with my sister, we think the Avent is the most comfortable and efficient pump. It's expensive but worth it. That being said....

Other brands I've tried: Lansinoh

Formula

Breastfeeding is unfortunately not always possible! There are many reasons why it may not work out - and that's ok! Lila's has severe milk, soy and peanut protein allergies, so we had to stop nursing after four months. At first she was on a prescription formula. But her allergies eventually improved and we were able to move on to OTC stuff. I was a little freaked out to move on to formula so soon, so I went on a hormone induced rage and incessantly researched the best brands. My findings: all formula is about the same. I will say, that Similac is the ONLY brand that does not contain high olein palm oil, which has been shown to block calcium absorption. Organic formulas are another option, but every brand I have found uses hexane to derive the fatty acids DHA & ARA. Yuck.
So Similac wins!

Bottles

Dr. Brown's are what we eventually stuck with. Great for acid reflux. Playtex Nurser bottles are also great for breastfed babies (Lila would only take these at first!)

Other brands I've tried: all of them


SO Lila is up from her nap!! Back to Life!! I'd love to hear what your experience has been like in land of baby things :)