Indoor play ideas and daily schedule for your kids during COVID-19

COVID-19 virus has now spread throughout the world. With a fast spreading process, our efforts are needed to reduce the spread of viruses by stay at home. Schools are closed and children studying at home with an online course system. Stay at home, stay indoor and avoid the crowd make children easily get bored. Here is we give you some indoor play ideas and daily schedule.

Content:

| Indoor play ideas for babies 0-9 months

| Indoor play ideas for toddlers 1-2 years

| Indoor play ideas for pre-school children 3-4 years

| Indoor play ideas for young children 5-8 years

| Daily schedule

Indoor play ideas for babies 0-9 months

Peek-a-boo!

All you need to play this game is your hands and a sweet voice. And you must know the rest, it is a very simple game. Your little one will be very happy at watching you disappear and reappear. As your baby gets older, she will start playing back with you.

Name the body parts

Name your baby’s body parts and point to them to help teach her their names. “Where your nose? There it is!” You can point to your own as well to help your baby make the connection between the two: “Where is mommy’s nose? Here it is!”

Read more: Reminders of our ability to stand together during COVID-19

Indoor play ideas for toddlers 1-2 years

Kitchen drummer

Let your toddlers play with kitchen stuffs. Turn over bowls, pots and pans to make a set of drums straight from your kitchen. For drumsticks, grab some wooden spoons. Your little rock star will keep himself entertained exploring all the different sounds they can make. This game is also great for helping them develop their fine-motor skills.

Drawing

Give your baby some crayons and paper and let him draw away! This will allow them to unleash his creativity and enjoy independent, creative play. When they’re done, talk to them about the different colors they used.

Pass the ball

Grab a soft ball and roll it back and forth with your toddler. This back-and-forth play is great for confidence building and teaches them that you will respond to their actions. To make it even more fun, try adding in another ball and talk to them about the one they chooses.

Read more: Multi sensory at-home activities with below 3 years old during COVID-19 outbreak

Indoor play ideas for pre-school children 3-4 years

Dress up

Grab some different fabrics and clothing and encourage your little one to make a pretend costume out of what you have. Then, play a game together based on what they chooses. Who knows what adventures you’ll have!

Chasing around

Play the “I’m going to catch you!” game around the house by playfully chasing your child around your living space. If she has a lot of energy, this will help her to get it all out. You may need to join her for a nap yourself when you’re done.

Name that animal noise

Make different animal noises and have him guess which animal you’re pretending to be. Encourage taking turns and let him make some noises too while you guess. This is a great opportunity to teach him more about the animals you each choose, too.

Indoor play ideas for young children 5-8 years

Wash away!

Grab some toys that can safely go in the water, fill up a bucket and let the fun begin. Encourage them to “wash” their toys by dunking them and playing with them in the water and then cleaning them off with a soft cloth.

Playing make believe

Have them take the lead and encourage them to come up with a make-believe scenario. Follow along with their instructions and ask them questions about the world they have created.

Make a very colorful snack

Have your child help you prepare a snack for the family and challenge them to use as many colors as they can. Grab some healthy options and have them lay them out on a plate in a design she likes. They’ll be proud of their delicious creation.

Read more: 10 Awesome experience gift to give after COVID-19 passed

References: UNICEF Website

Daily schedule

Jessica McHale, a photographer and also a mother who lives in the United States, share a daily schedule on her Instagram account in the midst of isolation to keep herself and her family healthy.

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“This too shall pass.”

BabyLux new comers: SUYON nail polish 100% safe for kids

For most parents, painting a toddler's fingernails and toenails seems like harmless fun; some salons even offer manicures and pedicures for children. And the idea often delights young children who love bright colors or who want new ways to express themselves. Today we want to introduce our new comer: SUYON nail polish that is 100% safe for kids.

Content:

| About SUYON nail polish

| SUYON nail polish collection

| Why BabyLux choose SUYON nail polish?

About SUYON nail polish

SUYON nail polish using the safest and finest water as nail polishes base make it 100% safe for all young kids to use and even expecting mothers. SUYON is designed in Canada, made in France. SUYON provides non-toxic, odor-free, and water-based products that meets the strictest worldwide safety regulations: FDA, Europe, Japan Safety requirements. Yet, SUYON never compromise on quality.

All of SUYON products are tested and evaluated by a reliable and recognized testing institution to make sure that every product SUYON offer is safe to our children and everyone. SUYON insist on only safe ingredients that are all FDA approved for cosmetics: No formaldehyde, toluene, phthalates, A, Bisphenol A, ethyl acetate and acetone… Free of all harsh and smelly chemicals

Happiness in a bottle is SUYON’s goal. SUYON characters are made for happiness our children: Through their lovely characters, we hope that kids can learn positive and beautiful traits in our lives.

Read more: Multi sensory at-home activities with below 3 years old

Meet SUYON family member

SUYON family member: Happy Arong (left) and Funny Koko (right).

SUYON family member: Stylish Tina (left) and Awesome Owlia (right).

Read more: 10 Awesome experience gift to give

SUYON nail polish collection

They also have a gift set edition which contain 3 nail polishes, 2 pencils, 1 nail art sticker.

Why BabyLux choose SUYON nail polish?

1. We only choose the safest product for your little one, SUYON is 100% safe and free of toxic chemicals.

2. It complies the strictest worldwide safety regulations: FDA, Europe and Japan safety requirements.

3. It peels off, no need for nail polish remover.

4. It’s odor free.

5. It’s an innovative and creative product that can be used as a pencil topper or toy with a play dough.

6. It encourages creativity in a fun and safe way.

Beautiful pictures from little users

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10 Awesome experience gift to give after COVID-19 passed

Who decided to give the kids special gift after COVID-19 passed? Yes, it's me! But who says that “giving" always has to mean toys? My husband and I decided to give experiences, such as museum memberships to sporting passes, can give your kids more than just another object for their playroom and the most important thing is we will get out from our house by that time. Not only can create memories, also can help build skills and provide fun for the entire family, it’s a win-win!

10 Awesome experience gift to give after COVID-19 passed

1. Gift card to restaurant for the family

If you already have children, whatever will be done surely the first thought is the comfort of the child. Including when choosing where to eat. Moment of eating out with family will be more exciting after COVID-19 has passed.

2. Trampoline jump passes

We all know trampolining is fun. But did you know there are also some serious health benefits you can gain from regular trampoline-based activities? As your kids bounce, more oxygen is carried around their bodies in the blood stream. This instantly increases their energy and oxygen levels and makes them feel more alert and happy!

3. Zoo membership

Memberships come with unlimited and express entry to zoo.

4. Trip to the bookstore to pick out new books

Reading with your child promotes brain development and imagination, teaches your child about language and emotions, and strengthens your relationship. You don’t always need to read books. Try looking at picture books, singing rhymes and songs, or telling stories from your culture.

Read more: How to choose cloth books for my little book lovers at home?

5. Local + national state park passes for a year

National parks have clear economic benefits for national and local economies, yet they also have important benefits for the environment within and outside of their borders. If you thought national parks were just a common place to visit for recreational activities, you might want to think again as parks are incredibly beneficial to the environment.

6. Plane ticket to visit someone special (grandma, aunt, etc.) for a family trip

One of the biggest benefit of family trip with kids is that you travel slower. You spend more time enjoying the beautiful scenery. With kids you can do all the crazy things.

7. Pass to an art museum

Most museums offer a feast for the senses and will encourage kids to compare and contrast the sights and sounds around them. Visiting a museum represents the perfect opportunity for children to ask questions about new subjects and to satisfy their innately curious minds. Museums offer historical lessons not taught in schools, museums also encourage creativity.

8. Cooking class for kids

Did you know that cooking with your kids boosts their development? As you cook, you are labeling ingredients which increases a child’s vocabulary. Mixing the ingredients, rolling the dough and using cookie cutters are all great ways to enhance a child’s fine motor strength and control. Cooking is a skill that is needed to be an independent adult, kids can learn early.

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9. Season pass to attraction (Disneyland, Island of Adventure, etc.)

I think I don’t need to write too much about it. Who doesn’t want to have season pass to the happiest place on earth??

10. Swim lessons

Experts suggest that, compared to adults, children have a much easier time of learning to swim. Learning a swim stroke can help with gross motor skills and basic coordination. Swimming can help a child build all-around muscle strength in arms and legs. Most swim lessons take place in groups, and as they learn to swim, children are also learning social skills.

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6 Easter activities at home for family

This year Easter will be different from any other years, most of us may will go to the church to celebrate, gathering with friends and family member, having a bunch of Easter day outdoor activity such as Easter Egg Hunt, but that doesn’t mean we couldn’t celebrate 2020 Easter day. Despite staying sticking to social distancing, you and your family still have every opportunity to enjoy the holiday weekend.

Read more: Reminders of our ability to stand together during COVID-19

Content:

| Easter games

| Easter craft

Easter games

Religious Easter Ring Toss Game

For a more religious game, this Jesus themed Easter ring toss game is a fun outdoor or indoor option to play in the yard or in your living room.

Buy the game in Amazon.

Jumpin’ Game

If you're looking for more of an educational game this holiday, this is a perfect option for your family. The Jump In' game is a brain teaser that will have even your most competitive family members scratching their heads. The game comes with dozens of challenging cards for players to decipher as they try and guide the bunny through each obstacle. They also have the extra large version for, more rabbits, more challenges and more fun!

Buy the game here.

Jumping Jack

Your kids won't want to put this surprise and delight-filled game down! To play Jumping Jack, each player pulls the carrots from the base of the game and waits for Jack to launch from his rabbit perch. Once he jumps out, the kids then race to catch him to get the win! I know, it’s fun, right?!

Buy the game in Amazon.

Bunny Hop Memory Game

This is another great educational game option. Cute game that teaches colors and memorization skills. In the Bunny Hop Memory Game, players must find and collect at least one bunny in each color that has gotten loose. It invites the younger players to think fast and strategize.

Buy the game here.

Easter craft

Salt painted Easter egg

What do you need?

1. Salt, regular cooking salt is okay

2. White glue

3. Watercolor paper

4. Watercolor

5. Watercolor brush

How to make it?

Take a piece of watercolor paper, use a pencil to draw a few colorful egg outline on the paper, then use white glue to squeeze along the outline, and then sprinkle with salt to make it adhere to the white glue. After its dried, remove the excess salt. Then color with watercolors and you're done!

You will see the colorful colors spread out between the salt and the salt, and after the different colors are compatible, they will form more beautiful colors. The process is really fun.

Read more: 5 Family bonding activity to play at home and 'hide' from Coronavirus

Egg for decoration

Using stick and paste, you can also create unique Easter eggs! I like the idea of this transparent egg very much. Children can put any collage pattern or related elements on the transparent paper card, and then hangs it by the window as a decoration. The sunlight shines from the transparent egg even more beautiful!

What do you need?

1. Transparent L-shape file holder

2. Sika paper (pick your favorite color)

3. Various art materials and stickers

How to make it?

To make a beautiful egg decoration is very simple, first of all, how big do you want to make? Or one large and one small, and then cut out the egg size with transparent paper according your preference, and then let the children create freely!

After finishing, you can wrap the edge of the egg with sika paper to make it more complete and beauty, finally make a hole to become a pendant! I look forward to seeing the colorful egg pendants in the living room!

“The great gift of Easter is hope.”

— Basil Hume

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Happy Easter, everyone.

Reminders of our ability to stand together during COVID-19

With the overwhelming news on COVID-19, what we need most right now are reminders of our ability to stand together, as partners, so that each of us can rise to this challenge.

Reminders of our ability to stand together during COVID-19

Here’s what we can do together.

Plans may change, but we commit to being brave. We understand that many of us are facing fear and physical isolation, in this time, it is essential that we find ways to connect with others digitally and check in with our family, friends and colleagues with kindness and encouragement.

News also causes anxiety which in turn may lead to sleep disturbance. In combination with isolation that comes from social distancing, we may experience poor mental health and other negative outcomes. Moreover, this resulting sleep disturbance may end up hampering their immune response that is so vital to fight diseases. Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories.

Share your concerns and how you are feeling with a friend or family member. Maintain healthy relationships and build a strong support system. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Read more: 5 Family bonding activity to play at home and 'hide' from Coronavirus

Sleep well to keep the virus away.

Let us together monitoring the progression of the COVID-19 but please remain calm and don’t spread hoax. Be aware that there may be rumors during a crisis, especially on social media. Always check your sources and turn to reliable sources of information like your local government authorities.

Ensure your safety and put all the necessary preventive measures in accordance with the recommendation of local and global health authorities, such as:

• Sanitize office and warehouse

• Enforcing good personal hygiene to our staffs and us

• Have your team member to wear face masks while working

• Make sure our team member and us always wash hands when handling the products

A good toy can let your little one falling in love with shower time.

And if you have toddler at home, go check this article for at-home activity ideas.

We truly hope this pandemic will end soon and hope all of you are safe and healthy!

We are so thankful to have such supportive partners during this hard time.

With love,

BabyLux

How to choose cloth books for my little book lovers at home?

There are many types of books that can be introduced to our babies, I think cloth books are the best very first books that babies come into contact with. Many parents recommend cloth books. Why? Cloth book is not easy to be destroyed, it is easy to be cleaned, it can be reused, and different types have different functions. Parents who want children to read more must buy cloth books.

Content:

| What are the benefits of cloth books?

| What are the benefits of cloth books?

| My cloth books recommendation

What are the benefits of cloth books?

1. The first books that are good to introduce to child

Children can start to learn about books, learn how to turn to next page and a good tools to let them interested in books.

2. Stimulate baby's sensory function

Cloth book’s color is bright, three-dimensional, story-based cloth books can stimulate children's sensory functions and let your baby use his hands and brains.

3. High reuse rate

The cloth book which made of cloth is not easy to be destroyed by baby, if it’s getting dirty simply throw it into your washing machine and children can continue play with it. Also, it can bring you silence while they’re reading and playing with the book.

4. It is a great moment to have a family bonding time

Family bonding time builds confidence, teaches children about interacting with others, and create wonderful memories that last a lifetime and it is as simple as just using cloth books as tools.

How to choose cloth books?

The most important thing when choosing a cloth book is to attract the baby and give him great interest as a priority. These points below can successfully attract children:

1. The sound when turning the page

You can cloth books that have a rustling sound, or there are inner pages with velcro. Some cloth books have air buttons, children can press them to make sounds. According to the experience of my friends who also are parents, these sounds can attract children to turn the book continuously and make the baby laugh.

2. The three-dimensional special design

If there is a three-dimensional doll or a hole in the inside of the book, it can also amuse the child at the moment of opening.

Read more: Recommended toys to develop child's skills for the future

3. A small mirror inside the cloth book

When the baby sees theirselves in the mirror, they will be curious. If she sees her mother in the mirror, she will be more curious. These small designs can attract children to like cloth books.

4. Small games design

Some cloth books can be pulled, kneaded, peeled, and so on. Multifunctional design can also increase children's interest in cloth books.

Each child's characteristics and interests are different, the above points are for parents' reference. I hope that everyone can find the book suitable for the child.

My cloth books recommendation

Mary Meyer cloth books

Why I love it?

• Cloth book with full soft cloth

• Scrub paper and ribbon tags to attract baby's attention

• 8-page story that brings smiles to babies and moms

Jelly Cat cloth books

Why I love it?

• Three-dimensional modeling design

• Colorful content - I really love their bright color

• Front and back cover paper design

Sassy cloth books

Why I love it?

• A rustling sound every time you turn the page

• Bright colors train baby's sensitivity to color

• There is a large safety mirror for the baby to observe the facial features

Multi sensory at-home activities with below 3 years old during COVID-19 outbreak

COVID-19 outbreak makes many families choose to stay at home to prevent it from widespread. How about our children? If you stay at apartment, there is no enough indoor space to let your children play and run around. How do we keep them busy? One activities per day could keep the stress away, trust me!

Exciting and fun! That’s what will be felt by our children when they were doing at-home multi sensory activities during COVID-19 outbreak. Do you know that although it looks like just playing in general, but the stimulation of two senses at the same time from multi sensory activity will make children’s brain work more optimally in absorbing and storing new information? Yes, that is why children's education experts agree that multi sensory activities are a more productive and useful alternative to learning, rather than let them play with gadget.

Read more: 5 Family bonding activity to play at home and 'hide' from Coronavirus

The most wonderful part is all of the following inspirations of multi sensory activities can be done with equipment and simple materials available at home. You will not frustrate because looking for a place that provides the materials, just stay at home and be safe, please.

Multi sensory at-home activities with below 3 years old during COVID-19 outbreak

Finger painting

As the earliest activity that can be done by every child, finger painting can also be an inspiration for multi sensory activities to introduce textures, colors, and aromas to children under 3 years old. However, I encourage parent with below 3 years old children to DIY an edible paint or a paint that is safe when eaten. Because you know that younger children loves to put everything inside their mouth. To make it yourself, simply mix cornstarch, water, food coloring, andvoila.

Read more: Home made edible paint

Digging dinosaurs

Inspiration of this multi sensory activity is just right for introducing letters and various types of dinosaurs, especially if your children love dinosaurs! Fill the bucket or storage container with sand, then hide some dinosaur toys, some of which have been sticked with a capital letter D and some sticked with a small letter D. Ask your little one to dig up the sand, then group the dinosaurs that have the same typeface, parents can also teach various other words that begin with the letter D.

Read more: Creative sand art activity

Water balloon bath

Make bathing time more fun with multi sensory activities for children. With the help of several colored balloons filled with water, parents can introduce colors and enrich the child's vocabulary with various descriptive words related to the senses, such as slippery, sticky, soft, heavy, light, and so on.

Playing with rice

Apart from food, rice can also be an alternative to sand or soil to conduct multi sensory activities for toddlers. Rice can be colored and added some aroma from flavorings and food coloring.

Rice that has been colored and given a scent, parents can use it to do multi sensory activities such as:

• Dig for treasure.

• Put in clear plastic to teach color and texture.

• Put in a small can and make a simple musical instrument.

Read more: 50 fun way to play with rice

Jello dig

Well, inspiring the next multi sensory activity can Moms try to make toddler snacking time more exciting and productive. Just make jelly as usual, put large pieces of fruit, star-shaped candy, or other objects that are safe to eat. This multi sensory activity is not only effective for stimulating all the senses, but also makes your baby's stomach full.

Apparently it is not difficult to do multi sensory activities for children below 3 years old at home. Although it will be a bit messy, but it is worth with the amount of benefits that will brought to our little one.

Hashtag Kidz Teether Chewbuddy Review

It’s been a while since my kid first time use Hashtag Kidz, I bought it because I saw the concept design is so cool. Teether and snack container 2-in-1, luckily I live in a country that not that humid, I can take my kid snack on-to-go and it is still crunchy.

Simple introduction for Hashtag Kidz

Hashtag Kidz is an American brand, now instead of teehers and pacifier cases, they also have bibs, which the texture is really really nice, really soft and smooth. When you touch the bib, you will know what I mean. I haven’t bought it yet, but I will definitely buy it!

All Hashtag Kidz products are made from a planet-friendly material. And they are the winner of National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, 2018 Baby Maternity Magazine Preferred Choice Award, 2018 Creative Child Magazine Product of the Year Award, and 2018 National Parenting Product Awards.

The reasons why I love Hashtag Kidz

I love Hashtag Kidz simple yet very functional design.

Double hygiene protection - they have the flip ‘n fold design makes the first protection is when you flip ‘n fold, and the second protection is when you put the teether inside the pacifier case or any case.

Easy to grib - I love how light it is, there are lots of teether on the market, but a lot of teether is actually too heavy for a baby to grab it, the other thing is the handle design is so perfect for my baby to hold.

So many stimulating surfaces to soothe sore gums, I really love the antenna, so many of the teethers out there target the front teeth and not the back, and Hashtag Kidz does both.

Yes, as you can see, my kid love it so much. And actually I bought another teether for her, a very cute teether, but she doesn’t really enjoy it, from my point of view, I think she feels that the other teether was too heavy and there is no antenna, which makes her hard to find a point that really can rub her teeth.

So, basically this Hashtag Kidz bee teether is my life saver. I strongly suggest you to purchase either bee or bug, because those two designs have the antenna.

And for the last, if you ask me to give 3 words to describe Hashtag Kidz, they will be cute, functional, and it’s very thoughtfully designed.

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These baby teethers can be bitten off or cause suffocation

By sucking and chewing teethers, babies can alleviate discomfort during teething and reduce their risk of chewing dirty or dangerous objects. Hong Kong Consumer Council inspected 20 types of baby teethers and found that some samples were of poor quality.

These baby teethers can be bitten off or cause suffocation

Two samples detected harmful and contain Nitrosamines or nitrosatable substance which a possible caused for cancer. One of which was the most expensive sample, has total more than 8 times from the maximum limit recommended by European standards for Nitrosamines or Nitrosatable substance; two other samples were able to bite off and failed to withstand the bite force of children aged 18 months and below; and the other sample has a too-small-end that is easy to penetrate into the throat of young children and there is a danger of suffocation; there is one sample with a liquid inside the teether, has total more than 336 times from the maximum limit recommended by European standards for Nitrosamines or Nitrosatable substance and all test results have been transmitted to customs follow up.

Read more: Wooden teether, natural fabrics, or silicone teether?

Hong Kong Consumer Council has tested 20 types of baby teethers on the market, including 13 non-liquid teethers and 7 liquid-containing teethers. The prices range from HKD 18 to HKD 139. However, the overall performance of the samples was very disparate.

Among them, in the bite test, Ange Giraffe Teether (HKD 79, made in Korea) and Edison Mama Kamikami Baby Banana (HKD 80, made in Korea) had insufficient bite resistance and could not withstand bite force from babies aged 18 months or less, and the Edison Mama Kamikami Baby Banana even failed to meet the requirements of the European toy safety standard EN71-1. The volume of the end part is too small, and it is easy for young children to swallow into the mouth which can caused suffocation. In terms of chemical substance detection, 2 models detected nitrosamine compounds and / or nitrosable substances, of which 1 sample Nuvita Romeo Natural Massaging Teether 7020 (HKD 139, made in China) detected has total more than 8 times from the maximum limit recommended by European standards for Nitrosamines or Nitrosatable substance (maximum limit: 0.1 milligrams/kilogram). In addition, some parts of SKIP HOP Explore & More'stay cool teether SH305305 (80 yuan, made in China) also detected nitrosamine compounds or nitrosable substances, but the total amount of detected standard requirement. A nitrosable substance is a precursor substance of a nitrosamine compound. After ingestion of these substances in the oral cavity, they have the opportunity to be converted into carcinogenic nitrosamine compounds in the acidic environment of gastric juice.

And a lot more.

Read more: Things you must know about baby teething and teether

Nuvita Romeo Natural Massaging Teether 7020

Ange Giraffe Teether

Edison Mama Kamikami Baby Banana

SKIP HOP Explore & More'stay cool teether SH305305

Read more: How to choose a perfect teether for my baby?

6 Points to prevent potential risks of using teethers

• Carefully read the product instructions and warnings, and clean as instructed.

• Before and after each use, wash with mild soapy water, then rinse with water.

• Carefully inspect children while they’re using it. If any damage or liquid leakage is found, discard it immediately.

• Do not put liquid teether in the refrigerator ice tray. The low temperature not only can easily hurt children’s mouth, but also cause the outer layer of toothpaste to burst.

• Do not hang teether on the child's neck with a rope or strap to avoid accidents.

• If congestion occurs in young children, send them to hospital immediately for medical treatment.

Original article is from OhPaMa.

7 Useful gift ideas for newborns baby in 2021 (Updated)

We give gifts as symbols to rejoice in the happiness. Therefore, when our friend has just gone through labor and successfully delivered her baby safely, it is fitting that we also celebrate the arrival of the little angel. But, giving gifts to babies has its own challenges, here are the 7 very useful gift ideas from us.

7 Useful gift ideas for newborns baby in 2021

Useful gift #1: Diapers

Diapers are the most appropriate gifts to give as gifts for babies, every babies will always need diapers. Now many diapers are sold with fun and interesting motifs, so they can make a baby look even cuter.

When you are buying baby diapers, you need to make sure points below:

1. Baby diapers should be made of 100% cotton so they don't feel rough on the baby's skin and can absorb sweat perfectly.

2. Make sure the size of the diaper matches the size and age of the baby. Proper diaper will make the baby feel comfortable and not fussy.

3. Baby diapers must be designed to make it easier for parents when changing diapers. Diapers can be equipped with straps that can tie them up so that they are easily thrown away after use.

Read more: The 10 best diapers of 2020

Useful gift #2: Breastfeeding or nursing equipment

You can choose breastfeeding equipment according to the needs of the baby and the mother. However, it should be noted that nursing equipment must be of good quality and easy to clean. If the mother cannot give direst breastfeeding, you can also give her milk bottles or nursing pillow.

Read more: Mom, you need these 9 baby hacks to make life easier

Useful gift #3: Diaper bag

Diaper bag material should be easily wiped or washed, so it is easy to clean and also comes with lots of bags to load baby gear. A diaper bag must also have shoulder pads to be comfortable to wear and not hurt on the shoulder. You should avoid baby bags that use velcro because it will be noisy when opened and it might can disturb the baby.

See more HERE.

Useful gift #4: Sterilizer

Baby nursing, feeding and utensils need to be sterilized so that babies avoid germs that can attack their vulnerable bodies. Therefore, this gift is very much needed. By using the sterilizer the mother no longer needs to bother cooking hot water to rinse the baby's equipment so that it makes it easier for the mother to work.

When choosing a sterilizer you need to pay attention to the power and voltage needed to match the electricity of your friend's house. The sterilizer also needs to be equipped with various features, such as alarms, pinchers, bottle brushes, and a concise design.

A bigger version of JJOBI BOX sterilizer for toys

Useful gift #5: Cute baby clothes

Baby clothing models do not need to overdo it because babies only need simple and can be worn everyday. You must make sure the size of the clothes according to the age of the baby and made of 100% cotton. Baby clothes also shouldn't be too tight so the baby still feels comfortable.

For example, baby clothes with a romper model is very practical to use when traveling because it will make it easier when having to change diapers. Pajamas or jumper-shaped baby clothes should not be covered baby’s legs so they don't feel cramped when the baby gets taller. Another funny model could be the father's favorite soccer team.

Useful gift #6: Baby swaddle to keep baby warm

Baby swaddle should be made of fine cotton and are a little small so the baby can move freely while sleeping. Because here in Asia we have tropical climate is easy to make a baby feel hot, baby swaddle are a much better option than blanket.

Read more: Baby swaddle is not only a swaddle

Useful gift #7: Baby toys that are useful for baby’s development

You can give gifts that can stimulate the baby's sensory and motor nerves. Baby toys must also be made from safe and properly sized baby with small hands. Don't forget to make sure the toy doesn't have small parts that the baby can pull out and swallow. In addition, because babies often put toys in their mouths, these toys must also be easily cleaned so that the bacteria in the toy does not endanger the baby's health.

Read more: Recommended toys to develop child's skills for the future

So, how do you think about our recommendation?

“No one has ever become poor by giving”

— Anne Frank

5 Family bonding activity to play at home and 'hide' from COVID-19

The Coronavirus is shocked the world. I saw that there are people waiting in line to buy masks, every online store that sell masks are already sold out. We are all very worry about it. How was your children at home? We may can watch the TV all day or just enjoying the sofa, but our children need to do lots of activity, otherwise they may start to get cranky. Despite from Coronavirus, it is a great moment to have a family bonding time.

Family bonding activity to ‘hide’ from Coronavirus at home

Activity 1. Playing with blocks

We all love open-ended toy, it can be played for a long time with a little help from our imagination. They can make houses, towers, bridges, even cars. The benefits of playing stacking blocks at home include:

• Developing their imagination

• Practice maintaining patience

• Develop self-confidence

• Can learn about the concepts of shape, size, balance, to color

Recommended toy:

• Plus-Plus

• Moomu

Activity 2. Color matching popsicle stick game

These colored ice cream sticks/craft sticks are so valuable! One can do so much with it, and they don’t cost that much. You can even collect the non-colored ones and color it yourselves.

Hold up a popsicle stick or have your child choose a popsicle stick. Ask them the color on the end or have them guess the color. Now have your toddler find the matching “popsicle.” Now your child can insert the popsicle stick into the correct color of “popsicle.” Pretend licking of the popsicle must occur. That is always my toddler’s favorite part.

Read more: 9 Fun ways to play with popsicle sticks

The color matching popsicle stick game idea is from here.

Activity 3. Cutting practice

This activity will let you capitalize on your toddler’s interest in cutting, but will also provide a controlled environment for them to practice cutting. Luckily, this cutting practice goes perfectly with learning shapes. Not only will this activity help to teach shapes, but it will also give your toddler or preschooler some great cutting practice!

Once you are done prepping the rectangles, get your toddler ready and pull out the scissors. Usually toddlers will need help with holding the paper and sometimes they will need help with opening and closing the scissors. Try to let your toddler do as much as they can on their own, but don’t worry if they need a lot of helping.

Read more: PDF file for your baby cutting practice

Activity 4. Fashion show at home

Children, especially girls, understand what beauty means. They even find out what make up is and try various products to their faces. Girls are also usually able to choose which clothes make it look beautiful even if only at home. Then, parents can make a catwalk stage for children to do a fashion show. Let them experiment in determining the clothes to the accessories you want to wear. For makeup, Moms can help them not to over-apply. Then, prepare a variety of colorful lights placed on the floor and play fast tempo music to add to the lively appearance of the little one.

Activity 5. Play house

Although only in the house, you can invite your little one to build houses or tents from simple materials. You can create temporary play house with a bed linen fabric that is placed under the order of benches. Parents can also sew any cloth that is made into the shape of a house, then place it as a dining table cover. Little can also play in it like a house or tent. Moms want to try to make it? Here is a guide to how you can follow.

“Other things may change us, but we start and end with the family”

— Anthony Brandt

Thank You! A 2019 year-end letter dedicated for all BabyLux partners

Hi partners!

As 2019 comes to a close, we want to express how grateful we are for the support you’ve shown us and the excitement you’ve shared for BabyLux. At such an early stage in our journey, BabyLux has already become a very good ‘place’ where parents, start-up company - who are willing to distribute our carried brands, brand owner - who are trying to enter Asia’s market, be our partner. For that, we thank you :)

Since the beginning, BabyLux core value is to bring joy, happiness, delight to every parents and baby. We promise to bring both innovative and the best quality of baby products to the Asia’s retail market. And because of you, you, and you, we did it!!

We’ve been distribute many well-known baby brands to Taiwan, China, Japan, Hong Kong, Korea, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam. The feedback we’ve received from every country has been incredibly positive, so we know that we’re on to something special here. And by 2020 we do want more, next goal is whole Asia! We will keep going, keep making friends with people who have the same vision with us. And we all need to keep together.

For brand owners, thank you to put your trust on BabyLux. It is very funny yet really warm when we took a flashback, back to the time when we finally have our very first carried brand, Nookums. 2020 will be our 8th year being partner. Cheers! And you must know the infamous Loulou LOLLIPOP, we are proudly to say that BabyLux is Loulou LOLLIPOP first distributor. For all of our carried brands, you have our sincere appreciation. We can’t do it if we don’t have your fully support.

Our team is hard at work to help making the parenting experience even better and easier. We’re improving our process, giving feedbacks and inputs for the brand owner, and trying our best to give solution for our country’s distributor when facing bumpy road. We’re committed to let parenting experience be amazing from the moment that anyone being parents. And since the beginning, we've seen a ton of interest from people, because of the products and brands that we carried. We know it will take us a bit of time to get there, but we’re not far off, and early player feedback helps a ton. We’ll also reveal an exciting economy design in the future, so stay tuned for that!

2019 has been a huge year, and we’re truly humbled by your support. You are helping pioneer a new experience of parenting life, and we couldn’t be more honored to have you with us. Really!

Here’s to an amazing 2019, and an even better 2020!

Happy holiday and cheers,

BabyLux Team ❤️

Recommended toys to develop child's skills for the future!

Did you know you can help your child succeed in the future by developing skills with playing toys at home? Far from taking time away from your child’s current curriculum, there are skills that can all be worked into other lessons — both in school and at home. Experts say all kids will need these skills to succeed, no matter what field they go into.

“Almost every employer, in every occupation, prefers workers who know how to problem-solve, be creative, work collaboratively, and communicate well”

Content:

| Problem-solving skill

| Collaborating and working in teams skill

|Thinking in 3D and design skill

Problem-Solving

To get ahead in a competitive world, our child will need to be able to think critically — to observe, analyze, and come up with smart solutions to complex dilemmas. It’s the quality kids need to write a persuasive ad campaign, say, or to fill out a new prescription for a senior on multiple medications.

Recommended toy: TOYI

If your child complains about being bored, point him toward the junk drawer. Suggest them to create their very own superhero from the stuff they finds, using TOYI to assemble it.

Read this article written by Primroses School.

Collaborating and working in teams

The most successful companies know how to hire the best people and get them to work toward a common goal. That’s one reason teachers love classroom projects — they teach kids the value of teamwork. Meanwhile, to raise a child who works well with others, sure you can do family activities.

Recommended toy: Dena toys

Cooking with siblings or playdate buddies not only sharpens math and reading skills but also boosts teamwork. After all, taking turns with the mixer (and sharing the beaters) is the first step toward learning cooperation. Cookies are always a hit. Dena toys is a perfect toys for cooking activities, it can be use as your cake mold.

Read more: Educate your child with these 6 Montessori activities!

Thinking in 3D and design skill

The ability to visualize objects — and the way they fit into a space — is what experts call spatial awareness. We use the skill every day when we merge our cars onto highways, for instance, or find our way around a new store.

Recommended toy: Hix by MOLUK

Hix Construction Cones are a perfect example of imaginary play. Consisting of four convertible cones made of elastic silicone rubber, these help tots with their visual-spacial ability, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills. Alex says ‘What makes them interesting are live hinges that let you fold each cone into four different shapes which can then be stacked and nested in countless different configurations.

Recommended toy: MOOMU soft blocks

Studies said that toy blocks can help children develop motor skills and hand-eye coordination, spatial reasoning, cognitive flexibility, language skills, a capacity for creative, divergent thinking, social competence, and engineering skills. No wonder why parents like to purchase toy blocks for their kids.

Read more: Vanilla Soft Blocks

“Toys can be anything; children can play all morning with a stone and a plastic bucket. It is about how imaginative conductive and how many applicative possibilities toys offer.”

Cutest pacifier clip in 2021

If you’re a mom or dad, and you’re not utilizing pacifier clips for your baby, now’s the time! Seriously. Say goodbye to the days of the lost pacifier, and make your #ParentsLife easier. Thanks to Loulou LOLLIPOP the ultimate pacifier clip for babies. No more bending down to pick up your baby’s pacifier every minute, or 5 seconds.

Today I would like to introduce you Loulou LOLLIPOP latest product, is the Darling Pacifier Clip. When you hear the name, I am sure you already been aaww.. The thing that stood out about this Darling Pacifier Clip for me is that they are free of metal parts and screws so, unlike other pacifier clips, these have zero potential for rust and you can even pop them in the microwave if you want to sterilize them.

Read more: Loulou LOLLIPOP a strong chewable teether that your baby will LOVE!!

The cutest pacifier clip in 2021 - Loulou LOLLIPOP Darling Pacifier Clip

Llama Darling Pacifier Clip

Llama is my spirit animal.

Sushi Darling Pacifier Clip

I am a SUSHIholic.

Rainbow Darling Pacifier Clip

Life throws challenges and every challenge comes with rainbows and lights to conquer it.

Avocado Darling Pacifier Clip

Avocado is perfect for any occasion.

Strawberry Darling Pacifier Clip

Look at a slight smile on its face, how can you resist it?

Watermelon Darling Pacifier Clip

Watermelon it's a good fruit. You eat, you drink, you wash your face.

Why do I like Loulou Darling Pacifier Clip?

The best pacifier clips are those that have plastic clips that are both easy and durable. We prefer plastic to metal, since the latter can rust. We prefer these to metal clips that can rust—and leave stains on babies clothes.

Solid colors are better than busy patterns. They have it with neutral and solid colors. Perfect for pics!

Read more: Solution for a crying baby - The best pacifier clips and holders in 2019

Dear parents, save the drama and save your soothers from falling on the floor! Featuring differently shaped food grade silicone beads, Loulou LOLLIPOP Darling Pacifier Clip is a genius way to keep pacifiers, teething rings or toys close at hand. Simply loop baby's pacifier or toy to one end, then use the first-of-its-kind one-piece silicone molded clip to fasten the other end to clothing, blankets, car seats, strollers or diaper bags. Every mama will love this pacifier clip!

Kindly remind be safe while using pacifier clips by NEVER leaving one on a baby unsupervised.

Read more: Knowing more about Loulou LOLLIPOP

Some words from Loulou LOLLIPOP which make me love Loulou even more, I got it from their Facebook.

We know that sourcing product from factories in China often carries a negative connotation. We wanted to ensure the men and women that help produce our Loulou Muslin goodies are given the best possible work environment.

A few things we would like to share about the factory we use to source our Muslin products:
✨Mostly women and moms working at the factory
✨Employees are paid above average wages
✨Flexible hours are given, with at least one hour break allocated and often used for picking kids up after school to enjoy lunch together
✨Workers are paid on 18th of each month, 12 days earlier than many other factories
✨Annual bonuses are rewarded based on performance
✨Regular employee appreciation events are thrown throughout the year
✨Employees are not required to work overtime
✨We ensure everyone is treated fairly and with respect
✨The factory is very clean, creating a comfortable working environment

Unfortunately, having a safe and healthy work environment in many countries isn't always a reality. We appreciate all the hard work these men and women do for us, thank you!

Top picks baby products trending 2021 (Updated)

It is almost the end of 2020, who’s exited to welcome 2021? This year, I went to many Mom and Baby Products Fair, saw a lot of cool stuff and manufacturers seem to come up with new inventions meant to make our life - as a mom - a lot easier and comfortable.

Being a parent is hard and no woman is more tired, overwhelmed and irritable than the new mom. With the new inventions in the world, the new mom can at least catch some shut-eye and hope that her nifty new high-tech device can alert her when her little angel is in distress.

We’ve selected these three trending baby products categories for 2021.

1. Mother care: Wellness for mom and things that make life simpler.

2. Technology: Integrated into products like car seats and monitors.

3. On-the-go: We like to travel, no one can stop it, even a baby. We’re bringing our babies with us more and more. These products help make it an easy and simpler on-the-go experience.

Disclaimer: I know the products that I used as examples not a new products, but I pretty sure they will booming ;)

Read more: Baby registry ideas and top picks trending into 2021

Prince Lionheart Tubimal

Cutest tub ever! For bath now and storage for later. An infant/toddler bath that stays out of the landfills by becoming a storage bin (with stackable lid) when no longer needed as a tub. Store toys, games, clothes and more in one dog, two dog, three dog, four!

Beaba Babycook Neo

The beloved Beaba Babycook is now more eco-friendly! The Babycook Neo is the newest in a long line of Beaba baby food makers, and the newest version replaces the plastic with stainless-steel and glass containers.

Rest Sound Machine, Night Light & Time-to-Rise

Sleek and simple on the outside, high-tech on the inside, Rest is a nightlight and sound machine you can program with your phone and control remotely or by touch. Rest is designed for you to create a custom sleeping environment for your baby. Adjust the hues, brightness and sounds to best suit your needs, or create your own themes. The soft glowing light is also perfect for nighttime nursing.

Read more: 9 Modern moms must have items

Keepsie Pacifier Cover

Fits most pacifiers and helps keep pacifiers clean when not in use, and it fits with our Nookums paci-plushies, perfect to bring on-to-go together with Keepsie.

Read more: The perfect on-the-go teether

CollapseAndGo Bottles

Baby bottles that collapse is now a thing, and we’re left wondering, how did it take this long? This bottle is easy to throw in the diaper bag, tip-proof, grows with your baby and is made with 100% food-grade silicone that is both dishwasher-safe and mold-resistant!

The finalists of Kind + Jugend Innovation Awards World of Kids Toys 2019

Kind + Jugend trade fair, which, with nearly 1,300 suppliers, set a new exhibitor record, was also convincing on the visitor side. Around 24,000 trade visitors from 133 countries took the opportunity to gather comprehensive information, order and network. The internationality increased again slightly for both exhibitors and visitors. The exhibitors once again described the decision-making competency of visitors as outstanding.

The top trends of this year's Kind + Jugend included e-mobility for prams. Digital products for child care and the children's room also the theme of sustainability. Start-ups were able to present themselves for the first time at the trade fair under favorable conditions. This initiative will also be continued next year.

Kind + Jugend Innovation Award nominees for World of Kids Toys:

MODU

It’s a life-size building toys for active play, it is a Denmark toy brand. MODU comes in kits with building blocks in tactile foam, connector pegs & wheels — all designed to trigger the physical activity & imagination of kids. MODU encourages & supports every stage of development.

MODU is a brand-new toy that encourages your kids to build their own creations! Life-size building blocks in tactile foam makes active play the fun & natural choice for kids of all ages. Kids can ride MODU, rock MODU, roll MODU, walk with MODU, climb on MODU, balance with MODU, crawling with MODU, and jump on MODU.

Read more: Congratulations to MOLUK Oibo and Nigi, Nagi & Nogi win Spiel Gut Award

Here to find more about MODU.

5-in-1 Here I Grow Walk Behind & Ride on

It’s one of Tiny Love product which is designed by Dorel Juvenile (Maxi Miliaan B.V.) from Netherlands.

As toddlers are learning to walk they toy can be used as a walker with a toy section positioned in the center that they can play with. That section is moved to the back and the hand reversed to create a seat so pre-schoolers can zip around the house on the now, ride-on. The front wheel is designed with a multi-positioned caster to allow kids to be more agile. The skateboard like wheels on the back make it easy to stroll while giving it some gripping for hardwood or ceramic floors.

There is no word as to when this will be released but we are excited to see it hit the market. It will be a hit with parents!

Read more: Congratulations to Matchstick Monkey Toy for winning Best Baby Toy 2019

Soothe ‘n Snuggle Otter

The Fisher-Price® Soothe 'n Snuggle Otter is a unique plush soother that helps comfort your baby just like you do. Its soft belly moves up and down in a rhythmic motion that mimics breathing to help soothe your baby naturally, along with up to 30 minutes of calming music, sound effects, and soft lights. With its sweet face, super snuggly fabrics, and satiny tail, the Soothe 'n Snuggle Otter is a perfect bedtime friend for your baby.

The soother's soft textures, calming music and lights, and gentle rhythmic motion engage your baby's developing tactile, visual, and auditory senses while helping to promote relaxation. This sweet soother can become part of your baby's bedtime routine, helping them develop healthy sleep habits. The otter's sweet face, calming motion, and gentle music help comfort your baby, giving them a sense of security.

Here to find more about Soothe ‘n Snuggle Otter.

Tummy Time Mobile Entertainer

It’s also one of Tiny Love product which is designed by Dorel Juvenile (Maxi Miliaan B.V.) from Netherlands.

Turning tummy time into fun time with an innovative and engaging tummy time mobile that doubles as an on-the-go toy. The upside-down revolution! Tummy Time Mobile Entertainer can extends tummy time, versatile 2-in-1 toy, promotes baby's senses, motor skills and cognition with a selection of fun and engaging features and sounds. Set the mobile on music and lights mode to entertain baby; tapping mode to encourage baby to reach out and touch; or silent mode that let's baby quietly enjoy the rotation and peek-a-boo window.

Here to find more about Tummy Time Mobile Entertainer.

Playing open-ended toy with Dena toys - My First Rainbow

Dena is a safe, simple and smart toy, suitable from babies to all ages. Their toys are made of food-grade platinum silicone, the same high-quality material as dummies, teethers and baking moulds. It’s a new alternative to wooden toys.

Dena means "everything" in the Basque language (*Basque is a member of a people living in the Basque Country of France and Spain) spoken. Dena toys are a high-quality, versatile toy that could be used in open-ended play to promote creativity and imagination. With Dena toys, everything is possible!

All of Dena’s products made from platinum silicone. Platinum silicone is a soft, strong, bacteria resistant, hypoallergenic and BPA-free material and 100% safe. It resists temperatures from minus 60º C to 220º C. It can be used in the microwave, oven, fridge, freezer and is dishwasher safe.

Read more: Dena, toy that every parents are looking for

Content:

| What is open-ended toy?

| What are the benefits of open-ended toy?

| Summary

What is open-ended toy?

Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.

All of Dena toys is an open-ended toy. What is an open-ended? Open-ended toy is one that can be played with in many different ways. They aren’t bound to one form of play.

For example, a video game can only function in one way. You can’t make spontaneous changes depending on your mood. But an open-ended toy can be used to suit your child’s imagination. This nurtures child’s creativity and developing skills.

Let say it in a simpler way. Open-ended toy means there’s no pre-defined structure to the play pattern associated with the toy. The experience is entirely child-led and the toy acts like a blank canvas which relies on the child to manipulate and bring it to life.

Due to its minimalist and timeless design, Dena toys can be used by babies, pre-schoolers and beyond in many diverse ways, and yes, it is an open-ended toy!

Read more: Educate your child with these 6 Montessori activities!

What are the benefits of open-ended toy?

The more ways a child can play with a toy, the more he will learn.

Encourages social development and social interaction

Open-ended toys result in open-ended play. This type of play can evolve over time while also encouraging children to create and problem-solve as they explore the world around them. Open-ended play with peers encourages social development and social interaction while also developing cognitive skills. Children have to discuss and negotiate how to use the multipurpose toy. The social and developmental gains made by open-ended play far exceed those made by directed play.

More cost-effective in the long run

Another advantage to open-ended toys is they are more cost-effective in the long run - Mom, listen cost-effective! Although this may benefit the giver rather than the receiver, it’s an important consideration. Open-ended toys, such as a set of blocks, a doll, or a toy truck will accompany your child over the years as they learn, grow, and play. When children dictate play, it can constantly be reinvented and play can become more creative and complex. In turn, the learning also becomes more complex, offering more learning opportunities.

Summary

It is almost Christmas season, when searching for the perfect holiday gift in your price range, of course you should ensure that the toy is safe and age-appropriate. Once that is established, evaluate the potential play and remember that the more ways a child can play with a toy, the more he will learn. Open-ended toys truly are the gifts that keep on giving.

Read more: What can you play with Dena toys?

Grabease all-over bib review

Every baby is different when it comes to feeding time and drooling. One bib that works great for one baby might not be so great for another. After more than 2 months use, I finally can write about Grabease all-over bib review, a review from observing my daughter’s experience.

2 months ago, my daughter started her BLW journey. BLW are amazing and I truly believe this style of introducing solid food to your baby has so many positives. However, the biggest con of baby led feeding is that it can be really messy and frustrating to clean up your baby after a messy meal. 

A great bibs (and floor mats) will help you to feel so much happier while doing baby led feeding! You won’t have to constantly stress about the mess and instead can enjoy eating with your baby.

Read more: Despite all the mess that BLW might caused, it is so worth it!

Content:

| Grabease all-over bib introduction

| Grabease all-over bib review

| The final thoughts about Grabease all-over bib

Grabease all-over bib introduction:

Grabease all-over bib contains all of your little one’s mess at meal time! Grabease oversized bib with stretchy elastic hem pairs easily with any high chair. It made from lightweight, stain resistant, and washable fabric. Grabease constructed their all-over bib with a single layer to keep debris and yucky gunk from getting trapped. Stretchy neck and arm holes. Sized to fit from 6 to 24 months. Wipeable and machine washable for the easy clean up you have been dreaming of!

Grabease all-over bib review

The good:

• Large size covers my baby’s and it perfectly pairs with my high chair

• Lightweight - roll up the bib for easy storage or to bring it on-the-go!

• Washable, both machine and hand wash, remember to hang dry completely before storing

• Safe! It BPA-free, PVC-free, vinyl-free, phthalate-free and lead-free

• 100% polyester with TPU coating for waterproofing - it really keeps my baby dry from drool and spills

• I love its colors, especially the blush one!

• Grabease all-over bib has a short sleeves, but this what makes me even love it more, I live in Asia the weather is quite hot here, my daughter couldn’t stand the heat if she wears a long sleeves bib

• You can even use it as cover while making your own baby’s hairstyle

The not so good:

• You need to have either booster chair or high chair to use it, some restaurant don’t have neither of them, so need to use regular bib

• I am not a big fan of their stretchy neck and arm holes, my baby doesn’t really enjoy it

• They are a bit pricey comparing with other bibs’ brand

Read also: Baby bibs for BLW: Grabease all-over bib, Bumkins sleeved bib, or Tidy-tot bib?

My final thoughts about Grabease all-over bib

If you’re looking for bibs with sleeves to keep your toddler clean during meals or art, then this is a great purchase and better quality than its competitors. Highly recommend Grabease all-over bibs for a gift. Their always have amazing packaging! The colors are very eye catching.

Thanks to Mom of 1, Amelia for sending us this review.

History of Grabease - What make Grabease so special?

It's exhausting for every brands to battle the knock offs, however, this is our obligation to our customers, to inform you because it involves the safety of your babies. Knock offs usually are made from factories that only want to make a quick buck. They have no respect for creativity, integrity and safety. 

BabyLux carried brands spent lots of money in safety testings and insurance, and these are all for your child's safety. Yes, you can probably get them cheaper elsewhere, but would you risk your child's life for it? As a parent, the most fulfilling thing is watching your child master a new skill on his or her own. There is no greater joy than watching each milestone take place. Teaching our children new skills is our pleasure but constantly having to practice them can get frustrating.

The history of Grabease

And please respect every brand’s effort and creativity.

From lawyer to product developer, Maya Shalev - founder of Grabease - loved problem-solving but didn't love the aggressiveness of litigation. She did mediation training at the Los Angeles Attorney's office before getting pregnant with her daughter, Alma.

As a stay at home mom for a few years, Maya was able to apply her problem-solving skills when she developed, with her dad, products that were missing in the market.  

In 2014, Maya found herself at a crossroads when her father passed away while she was three months pregnant. Finding herself in this new situation, Maya decided to take a break to cope with the loss of her father and focus her energy on the new life she was bringing into the world.

In 2015, Maya found herself with a new challenge when her six-month-old son, Amit, was learning how to self-feed. This obstacle reignited her passion for developing a product that would not only solve the need for her son but other moms going through similar scenarios.

Off the bat, she noticed that baby utensils aren't designed with babies in mind. The handles were too long and her son couldn't hold the utensil naturally. She decided to meltdown cheap forks to create a shorter, thicker handle. The first mold was created out of Playdough, a common medium in a house with kids.

The next phase was to create a set of utensils, the most expensive pair of fork and spoon she's ever invested in, a whopping $400 for a 3D printed set! Using her son as a guinea pig to test out the new utensils Maya noticed that the handle was on the thin side so she went back to the drawing board and designed a teardrop-shaped handle.

She took this prototype to a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for some feedback to make sure she was developing the right product. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. The Occupational Therapist told Maya that the Grabease utensils "makes a great developmental product for children ages 4 months and up. Grabease supports fine motor skill development and independent feeding skills."

The inspiration to go back in business to not only create but give back was through the social initiative she saw the Toms brand spearhead. When Grabease was being packed and shipped Maya partnered with The Harvest Home, a non-profit organization that helps homeless pregnant women get back on their feet.

The Grabease design was immediately patented in 2016 and sent to production. A soft launch was introduced via Amazon to see if there was a need for the product. Maya designed the product with the intention that nine-month-old children and older would be using the product but to her surprise moms were excited to share photos and videos of their six-month-old babies self-feeding with the Grabease.

Grabease was tagged by tons of moms on social media, gushing with excitement that their kids were independently eating with the utensils.

The pivotal change for the brand was at the JPMA trade show. The last day of the show is open to consumers, the excitement and the crowd around the Grabease booth was proof that the brand was going to be high in demand. Shortly after, all products were sold out on Amazon as well. Before long, the Grabease website launched!

Read more: Grabease, best baby self feeding spoon and fork set

Not only was Grabease helping babies learn how to independently feed themselves, it was helpful for differently-abled children as well. Parents were sharing how Grabease utensils were helping their children with cerebral palsy or down syndrome. This was heartwarming and impactful for Maya.

Different organizations that helped children with different abilities were now reaching out to the brand for support. Without hesitation, Grabease donated products to help and promote the development of independent eaters. With the word spreading, Maya found herself getting emails and calls from Occupational Therapists that were interested in trying out the product in their clinics and then endorsing the product. Another win for Grabease!

In quarter 1 of 2017 Maya graduated from the kitchen to the garage. Soon after, Nordstroms and other independent retailed picked up the brand and Grabease moved into an office space in 2018.  

Grabease is now available in 300 stores and internationally, accessible in over 15 countries and expanding rapidly!

Maya didn't stop there. The Grabease toothbrush was the next product created. Thought of and designed by Maya's then 8-year-old daughter, Alma. The idea came to her when she saw the struggles her parents were having when trying to brush her little brothers' teeth, Amit. 

Alma sketched the design and 2 years later the design came to life. The toothbrush was a hit. So much so that most kids don’t want to put it down!

Read more: 2019 Grabease new product double sided toothbrush

Maya and the team of moms take pride in developing products that provide solutions for families around the world while helping children in need. Grabease is excited to continue launching innovative and helpful products for other parents because being a parent is a lot of work and we want to alleviate unnecessary stress so you can enjoy the best moments with your growing tot!

Article quoted from Grabease blog post.

Yummy and healthy ice cream for your baby with Grabease

Everyone love ice cream! Not only children, but also me as an adults and so many adults out there all like ice cream. Ice cream has soft texture, its creamy taste, and blends perfectly with the cold sensation does make ice cream everyone's favorite menu. However, can babies eat ice cream? Since cow milk is the main material for making almost all ice cream, the answer is better to wait until they are 12 months old.

If you want to give your baby their first ice cream, why don’t you make your own ice cream? Which is certainly safer for babies. Safer? Of course, it is easy, yummy, and healthy, because it only contain fruits, frozen it and served like ice cream. Below are some recipe for you.

Read more: Grabease, best baby self feeding spoon and fork set

Banana ice cream

What do you need?

• 1 ripe banana, freeze it.

• 1 teaspoon cocoa powder (optional)

How to make it?

1. Blend frozen bananas and cocoa powder.

2. Serve banana ice cream, you can can also add almond into it. This is also suitable to relieve the pain of growing teeth.

Read more: Quick and easy yummy popsicles your baby will love

Avocado ice cream

What do you need?

• 1 ripe banana

• 3 strawberries (don’t forget to clean it)

• 1 avocado

• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

How to make it?

1. Put all the ingredients into a blender, make puree.

2. Put puree to container, freeze for 1 hour or more.

3. Take it out from freezer, stir it, put it back in the freezer. Repeat this process until the texture is similar to ice cream or depends on your child's taste.

Note: If your child is allergic or doesn't like strawberries, you can replace it with another fruit, like mango or kiwi.

Dragon fruit ice cream

What do you need?

• 1/2 red dragon fruit (medium size)

• 2 ripe bananas

How to make it?

1. Make puree from all ingredients.

2. Freeze in the freezer for 1 hour. Remove, stir well, put it again in the freezer.

3. Repeat step number 2 until the consistency is similar to ice cream or according to the child's taste.

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