Covered Goods GIVEAWAY!

disclaimer: I was provided a Covered Goods in exchange for my review. All opinions are 100% mine. This post includes affiliate links.

It can be so overwhelming registering for your baby since there are numerous brands for each item and so many different things needed! My advice would be to do your research on the bigger, more expensive items you’re hoping will last several years and/or kids- strollers, car seats, etc. and go with your personal style preference on the other items.

I’m quickly learning in these first weeks of being a mom what my go-to items are. My most used and favorite items are those that have multiple uses. I was so excited when Covered Goods sent me their 4 in 1 nursing cover!

It works like this:
1. Nursing Cover
breathable fabric that’s lightweight means that it makes for a great nursing cover when I’m in public. Last week, we were shopping in Nordstrom when Leo needed to feed. It was so easy to breastfeed without hassle.

2. Infinity Scarf
There are so many cute patterns of Covered Goods, and I love the black and white stripes that match my diaper bag. This scarf is also coming in handy to wear in our cold Michigan winter right now.

3. Carseat Cover
This is by far the best and most useful! When I’m headed out the door, the cover goes over Leo’s carseat and helps protect from the wind, sun, and snow, and rain outside. Even better, Leo feels very comforted and safe in there and almost always falls asleep! I’ll leave the cover on him when he’s in the stroller in public, and he’ll stay asleep.

4. Shopping Cart Cover
This one will come in handy when Leo is a little older. The cover stretches over the seat part and around the shopping cart for a comfortable and clean shopping experience with toddlers.

I’ve teamed up with Covered Goods for a GIVEAWAY! To enter, leave a comment on this post! Head over to my instagram (@emeraldandoakblog) for an additional entry! Contest open through Sunday, January 15th!

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You can check out all of the stylish Covered Goods prints on their website.

 

Dock a Tot

disclaimer: I was provided a Dockatot deluxe in exchange for my review. All opinions are 100% my own.

For those who follow me on Instagram (@emeraldandoakblog), you’ve likely seen me posting photos of a very playful or peacefully sleeping Leo in his dockatot. This thing is a lifesaver!

I first learned about the Dockatot on Instagram but was hesitant about its necessity while already owning a pack and play, rock and play, and boppy lounger. I figured we could easily make do with Leo napping in the pack and play and rock and play until he was ready for his crib. I was completely wrong in this assumption! Besides diapers and wipes, the Dockatot is our most used and beloved baby product! It is the perfect lounger, napper, and co-sleeper. The Dockatot was designed in Sweden and handmade in Europe, and is now becoming very popular in the States.

The Dockatot stays downstairs with me during the daytime and is the perfect place for Leo to lounge, play, and sleep while I’m doing other things. The fit makes him feel snug and comforted, and is much safer than having him sleep elsewhere. We bring the dockatot upstairs for bedtime, and if Leo is getting really fussy during the night in his rock and play or pack and play next to our bed, I’ll move him into the dockatot and into our bed between us. The shape and fit is perfect for co-sleeping and we can fall asleep knowing that he is safe.

Even better, the dockatot is super lightweight, breathable, and easy to transport anywhere, much easier than hauling and setting up a pack and play. We put this to the test last weekend when we went up north for a weekend getaway as well as to a New Year’s Eve party. We are headed on our first international family vacation in January, and I know the dockatot is going to be coming with us. Plus, they have a stylish carrier for it that can be used as a carry-on!

Besides the dreamweaver pattern I have, there are more patterns, covers, and a classic white available on the website. It is important to note, there are two sizes of the Dockatot available, the Deluxe pictured (best for newborns-8 months) and the Grand (up to 3 years!) You may be tempted to purchase the Grand so that your baby can grow into it and you can use it longer, but I would advise against it! The Grand is much too big for your newborn. Our plan is to invest in the Grand once Leo outgrows the Deluxe and then use our Deluxe for his baby sister or brother in the future. Plus, the Grand will be perfect for the transition from his crib to toddler bed.

The quality is fantastic-these will definitely last for years to come and be coming with us when we’re away from home!

You can purchase the Dockatot here !

Do you own the Dockatot? I’d love to hear what you think! If there are other baby gear items you’d recommend for new parents, please let me know! I’d love to check them out.

Cherubin Moccasins

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cherubin.
All opinions are 100% mine.

As a mama-to-be in just a few short weeks, I’ve had so much fun looking at all the baby products on the market. I’ve been stocking Baby’s closet with the most adorable outfits-vests, sweaters, and little man shirts to match dad. You can see a sneak peek of his closet here in our nursery tour. I also LOVE the little shoes-sandals, boots, rainboots- but by far the cutest and most on trend are baby moccasins.

Chérubin™ Moccasins are the absolute cutest I’ve come across! They have so many different designs to choose from & they’re all completely hand-stitched and made in the US. Their styles are great for both boys and girls, which is awesome, because until recently, I had just been seeing girl moccasins! Here are a few of my favorites:

“Your Time to Shine”

“Pineapple of My Eye”

“Splish Splash”

L to R: “Your Time to Shine”, “Pineapple of My Eye”, and “Splish Splash”.

I selected the “It’s the End of An Arrow” style in a size 2, which will be perfect for Spring and Summer days after the snow melts from this upcoming winter (I live in the Midwest, after all!) I love the mixture of the two different patterns on these moccasins and can easily see pairing them with lots of different outfits.

The material is 100% leather and they even have a no-slip suede bottom to help with those wobbly baby steps.

For all those looking for a great and unique baby shower gift, these would be perfect! I’m also going to be including them on this year’s Emerald&Oak Holiday Gift Guide as they’re great for stockings, new mom’s, and baby gifts.

Cherubin is even offering 20% off your own pair of Moccasins! You can use coupon code “eo20” at checkout and follow this link: bit.ly/eo102016

What’s better yet-if you can guess Baby boy’s name, I’ll send you the Cherubin Moccasins of your choice for FREE! Leave a comment on this blog & I’ll contact you if you’re right!