Movies •Books •Music •Food •Tv Shows •Technology •Politics •Video Games •Parenting •Fashion •Green Living •more >

Lunch » People » EcoMama » Lists » My Top 12 Baby Must Haves

My Top 12 Baby Must Haves

Jul 28, 2009

by EcoMama
posted in Eco-Babyz

These are my picks for things I would not be able to do without before birth and for the baby's first year. The list features everything from baby gear, to baby care, mommy care, and mommy education.

Rainbow Light Prenatal One Multivitamin/Mineral

The most affordable plant-based prenatal vitamin, maximum absorption, easy on the stomach, vegan! Start your baby off on the right foot with great nutrition. Great when continued through breastfeeding! What mom doesn't need an energy boost?
See the full review, "Great natural nutrition for you and baby!".

Britax Advocate CS

Can't say enough about how awesome this car seat is. Pricey, but if you can afford it you should definitely try it. The safest car seat you can get.
See the full review, "The best of the best convertible car seats!".

Mothering

In my opinion the BEST parenting magazine that exists! No dumb advice, no pharmaceutical junk, green living at its best.
See the full review, "A surprising contrast to typical parenting publications!".

Earth's Best Baby wipes

Though cloth wipes are best, these are alright for on the go. Did my research, tested products, hands down the most gentle wipes you'll find. Chlorine free!
See the full review, "The next best thing to real cloth".

Hyland's Teething Tablets

Do you know how irritable babies get when they are teething? Save yourself some sanity and get these, they are non-toxic unlike their over the counter gel counter parts.
See the full review, "Magic teething pill that isn't toxic medicine? You bet!".

Seventh Generation chlorine free diapers

The best disposable diapers, or even better - use cloth and save these for when you are out and about. If you can afford it, give gDiapers a try too.
See the full review, "The de-commercialized version of the disposable diaper".

Thirsties Duo Diaper

If you want to try cloth, skip Seventh Generation disposables and go for these. After trying five different brands I think these are our favorite. They NEVER ever leaked, easy on and off, and fit so well.
See the full review, "Amazing absorbency and no leaks!".

Woombie

Moms need sleep, dads too. The first three months will be a lot easier on you with the Woombie. Babies love the cocoon feeling! It is not constricting, it stretches with the baby, yet prevents them from startling themselves.
See the full review, "More sleep for parents worldwide!".

The Underground History of American Education

A must read for all parents, good to know what you are getting into if you plan to send your kids to public school.
See the full review, "Tackles the U.S. state of education right on!".

Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database

Find out what is in your household's skin care products and how toxic they are, especially your baby's and the ones you use while pregnant and breastfeeding. Since there are pretty much no regulations from the FDA, you have to do it on your own.
See the full review, "Discover how toxic your skincare products are!".

What did you think of this list?

Helpful

Thought-Provoking

Fun to Read

Well-Organized

Post a Comment

stpaulgirl August 12, 2009

Surviving and Enjoying Baby in Twin Cities: Sweet Cheeks Baby Food, Golden's Deli, Peapods, My Healthy Beginning Magazine, Birchwood Cafe, PEACE COFFEE, River Chocolates, Mississippi Market, Do Good Diaper Service, AND Rock The Cradle sponsored by the Current Radio Station....

EcoMama August 12, 2009

I am from Boston actually, are those all local things? MN?

Expand 2 more responses

stpaulgirl August 12, 2009

Yes! We are so fortunate here in Minnesota to have access to beautiful full service grocery store Co-ops stocked with local meat, cheese, dairy and produce: www.msmarket.coop, organic and locally sourced baby food: www.sweetcheeksbabyfood.com , a wonderful mom-owned natural baby store: www.peapods.com, two incredible cafes that offer seasonal, local food AND Sweet Cheeks Baby Food as a menu item! www.birchwoodcafe.com and www.goldensdeli.com, a local coffee roaster : MUST have: www.peacecoffee.com ; they deliver to their accts on bicycles, even in the winter! An amazing mom owned natural baby magazine: www.myhealthybeginning.com ... now national, and offering online subscriptions... and delicious chocolate made by hand in small batches... you can search River chocolate on www.localharvest.org... a cloth diaper service that rocks ... AND the coolest commercial free radio station through Minnesota Public Radio that is the most hip and cool station... it sponsors an annual event geared toward city kids and their groovy 'rents. www.mpr.org and click on the CURRENT! I love Boston, and even lived there for a few years a looooooooooong time ago; but don't you want to move HERE now? (smile.)

stpaulgirl August 12, 2009

Correction: www.goldensdeli.us. Sorry, I always get that one confused. Please check out all of my favorite peops!

EcoMama August 12, 2009

I've been there several times, but I don't really want to move there. Nice city though! I was pondering of moving to the Seattle or Vancouver WA area. You should make your own List though, it is easy! If you need any pointers let me know. We have a lot of cool stuff in Boston too, maybe I could convince you to move here ;)

show text editor

reply to this comment

Follow this review

Lists Inspired by This List

Showing 1-1 of 1

babymama created a list. August 09, 2009

My Top 10 Baby Must Haves (10)

Comment Compliments (4)

or create a list from this list

About the list creator

Anastasia B (EcoMama)
Ranked #26

I am a woman, a wife, a mother, a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a cousin, a friend, a Christ follower, an Interior Designer, a blog author, a cook, an artist, an eco-conscious consumer, a nature lover, … more

Recent reviews by EcoMama