Archive for November, 2009
November 25, 2009 at 9:11 am
· Filed under Baby Accessories, Baby Blankets, Baby Burp Cloths, Baby Gift Baskets, Gift Baskets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Receiving Blankets ·Tagged Baby bedtime, baby blanket, Baby Blankets, Baby Burp Cloths, baby gift basket, baby gift sets, burp cloths, Childrens Board Books, Childrens Books, gifts, music, sleeptime tips, stuffed animal sheep, white baby blanket, white blanket
Whether we’re getting the nursery ready ourselves or know someone who is getting ready for a little one that’s on the way or has recently arrived, we know we have to do some shopping!
We automatically think of baby blankets 
, stuffed animals , burp cloths and even nitelites…
Here are some items you might not have thought about…for your own little one or to give as a gift…
1. A Baby Bracelet 
2. A Matching Mom Bracelet 
3. How about personalizing those burp cloths? 
4. A Crib Mirror 
5. A Nursing Stool 
There are so many items to choose from and shopping online will let you explore what’s out there and give you some great ideas!! As always, we welcome your ideas and comments as well.
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!
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November 17, 2009 at 10:53 am
· Filed under Baby Accessories, Baby Blankets, Baby Gift Baskets, Gift Baskets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Receiving Blankets, nursery decor ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, baby gift, baby gift basket, baby gift set, baby gift sets, baby lullabies, baby nursery, Emerald Baby, gifts, stuffed animal sheep, stuffed animal teddy bear, stuffed teddy bear, white blanket
Giving the gift of gift baskets is one of the earliest forms of gift-giving. The story of Moses in a basket carries with it the symbol of hope and more traditional symbols include those of spring and new beginnings.
When it’s time to start thinking about gifts for moms-to-be, whether it’s a shower, a holiday, or when the little one comes into the world…think about giving the gift of ‘A-Little-Bit-of-Everything” to mom’s who want to make sure they have what they need.
From blankets to stuffed animals, the list of must-haves for a newborn can be quite long. When you give the new mom a gift basket, she’s getting a little bit of everything and she’s also getting another storage basket that is perfect to add to a nursery or changing table shelf. 
Some baskets can be personalized for a boy or girl too! 
Some baskets have an adorable stuffed animal that could soon be your little one’s newest and ‘bestest’ friend! 
Don’t forget the obvious…Gift Baskets are so much fun to give and receive! So…have fun with it!
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!
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November 13, 2009 at 11:29 am
· Filed under Baby Blankets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Infant Clothing, Lullabies, Receiving Blankets ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, baby blanket, baby gift, baby gift basket, baby lullaby, baby music, bedtime, bedtime routines, blue baby blanket, Lullabies, Receiving Blankets, sleeptime tips, sweet dreams, white blanket
We all know that waking up in the middle of the night is part of motherhood. Since we know it’s going to happen, at least for a little while, here are some tips to help prepare for it and have things go as smoothly as possible.
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If your little one is on formula, have the formula measured and in the bottle ready to go. When they wake up, add hot and cold water to the right temperature and you’re ready for the feeding.
2. 
We’ve mentioned it before…but it’s worth mentioning again…layer the crib or bed with waterproof pads and sheets. If your little one has wet through, pull away the top sheet and pad and you have another dry sheet underneath all ready for them! No more changing sheets in the middle of the night!
3. 
Stock up on night-light bulbs. If your little one wakes up in the middle of the night and their comforting night-light has gone out, they may get scared and start crying. Having extra light bulbs ready to go will help to quiet and comfort them quickly.
4. 
Keep water in a sippy cup in their crib or within reach. Little ones get thirsty in the middle of the night and having a full sippy cup of water handy will help keep spills to a minimum when they reach for their water.
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Stock up on their favorite blanket. If your little one has a favorite, can’t-sleep-without blanket, you may want to keep a couple more on-hand. If one is in the wash or just not within reach, you can reach for another to give your little one that extra comfort they want.
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!!!
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November 9, 2009 at 3:53 pm
· Filed under Baby Accessories, Baby Blankets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Lullabies, Receiving Blankets ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, Baby Blankets, baby gift, baby gift sets, baby lullabies, baby lullaby, baby music, bedtime routines, Emerald Baby, Lullabies, music, sweet dreams
We’ve discussed essential oils and the benefits of their different aromas, but now that stuffy, running noses are more frequent as the colder months approach…here are some tips and tricks for helping to make your little ones a little more comfortable as they drift off to sleep…
Essential #1 – A Humidifier. 
If you don’t already have one, make the investment in one now. The moisture that fills their nursery will help make breathing so much easier. Especially if they have to breathe out of their mouths all night!
Essential # 2 – Eucalyptus Essential Oil. Eucalyptus oil can be compared to menthol and it works on the receptors in the nasal mucosa. This is what often helps to alleviate nasal congestion and can give some relief through the night.
Essential #3 – Lavender Essential Oil. The calming and soothing affects will help to ease your little one into a sweet slumber. Lavender can ease anxieties and if your little one is having difficulty breathing, alternating some lavender with the eucalyptus will help to calm them.
Essential #4 – Lullaby Music. Distracting their discomfort with some music will help to soothe and relax them so they can drift off to sleep faster. The best part…there are so many different kinds of music to choose from!
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!
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