Things no one tells you about having a second baby
Having your first baby is a totally mind-blowing experience. First-time parents are consumed with the non-stop surprises during pregnancy and childbirth. Then comes the magic moment they meet their baby for the first time. The experience of becoming a parent is like nothing else—until your second baby comes along.
As parents prepare to welcome baby #2, many wonder how the experience of second-time parenthood will be different…
It's no secret that pregnancy brings out an abundance of emotions. That feeling never really goes away -- even as your little ones grow up. Being a parent is an exciting, chaotic experience; and Hollywood has a way to help you know you aren’t alone! Whether it is morning sickness or planning a toddler’s birthday party, moms from our favorite movies have done it all. Looking to laugh out loud or just need a good cry?…
The holiday hustle and bustle is right around the corner. For those of us with kiddos, thinking about the travel plans to see family and friends can leave us with mixed feelings. On one hand, we’re excited to see our loved ones and look forward to celebrating!
On the other hand, traveling with a kiddo can be stressful. Whether it be a road trip or a cross-country flight, being on the move with a baby or…
I don’t know what’s more exhausting about parenting: the getting up early, or acting like you know what you’re doing.
-Jim Gaffigan
Like all parenting obstacles, babywearing is likely something you have little experience with before your first child, and can fall under the laundry list of tasks you pretend you now know how to do. But there are support groups and experienced wearers waiting to help you.
As a certified babywearing educator, I may seem to…
The following tips and tricks can help alleviate some of the anxiety associated with planning a trip to Disney with toddlers. So, get ready to enjoy the ride!
Download the Disney App
The Disney app is a must when visiting the amusement park! You can store your tickets, make dining reservations, check the wait times for rides, and even order food on the app for pick-up. And if you decide to get the Genie+ service (which we highly recommend,…
Congratulations! If you are reading this, you are ready to leave the diaper behind. You can do this. Keep your perspective. Potty training a boy may not always be fun, but it helps to keep your sense of humor! Laugh with others about the trials and tribulations of potty training; you’ll all have a story to tell. We listed a few tips for you and your boy, but remember that you know your son best…
It's the Holiday season...time to potty train!
While potty training might be the LAST thing on your mind this time of year, using the holidays to get your tot pumped about potty training may be the best move you've made all year!
Here are several ideas on how to take advantage of the holiday season to introduce potty training to your kiddo:
Use Advent Calendars
Advent calendars aren't just for counting down the days until Christmas. They can…
Spoiler-alert: parenting requires a lot of multi-tasking (and snuggling)! Enter baby wearing.
It can be tough to find time for snuggles when you have 10 loads of laundry piled up, a deadline to make, and a toddler who needs help changing his pants for the third time. Whether you just really love being close to your newest arrival or you have a baby that screams as soon as you put him down (or both), babywearing can…
Having no sisters with children and hardly any close friends who had recently had babies, before becoming pregnant, most of my knowledge about the actual pregnancy sadly came from movies and television. I assumed I would be as adorable as Rachel Green or Daphne Moon and that most pregnancy inconveniences would involve my husband dashing out at 3 a.m. to satisfy my intense cravings for Wendy’s Frosties. What a lovely little bubble that was.
Pregnancy is…
Strollers are modes of transportation and parents’ general lifelines to the outside world. Because babies and toddlers aren’t known for cleanliness, you might find that your stroller needs a little TLC after a while, and you’re probably wondering how to clean a stroller.
Not sure where to begin or what products to use for your stroller care? Check out these tips for care and maintenance for keeping your child’s chariot in prime working condition!
Crumb Patrol
Crackers, and…
Discover the essential baby registry items and learn about items to avoid in this comprehensive guide on how to build the perfect baby registry.
The first time I went into a baby supply store when I was pregnant I made it about 30 feet in before I became completely overwhelmed, turned right back around, and made a beeline for the nearest ice cream shop to calm myself down. (Ice cream was the next best option for…
In addition to barbeques, splash pads, and late nights, summer also often brings air travel. As a caregiver of young children, the idea of traveling can be daunting, especially the first time. I first flew with my son when he was 7 months old. We took two airplane trips with him alone and another when he was 3 and his little sister was 10 months old. Babywearing was a lifesaver for all three of those…
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The Contours team develops our baby carriers with your baby’s comfort and safety at the top of mind. Before it holds your little one, we test our carriers’ durability with weight simulation cycles to replicate real-life babywearing scenarios. We also stress-test the buckles to ensure that each…
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As of June 1, 2020 Contours Baby is happy to offer an EXTENDED WARRANTY of one additional year (for a total of a two year warranty) on all Contours Baby products. To receive the extra year of warranty, customers must register their products. Customer can register their products online, via mail or by contacting our customer service department.
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GeneralAccessoriesBooster Seat & Diaper BagCarriersCrib MattressFurnitureIn-sink BatherPottyStrollersShipping & WarrantyGeneralHow do I register my product?We’re so glad to welcome you to our family! Please complete our online product registration form so we can contact you should there ever be a safety notification.
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