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.

Read more: The best baby spoon fork in 2019

5 Must have Loulou LOLLIPOP items

Speaking of Loulou LOLLIPOP, if you are our long-time followers you must know that we love this brand so much! Not only because Loulou LOLLIPOP cute design but also their other details, let say the material Loulou LOLLIPOP use, how they managed all the hand made procedure, and a lot more reasons that will make you suddenly falling in love with Loulou LOLLIPOP every product line, from teether to muslin blankets.

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

Loulou LOLLIPOP is a Canadian company run and founded by twin sisters Eleanor and Angel. I love Loulou LOLLIPOP because of their extra special in both design and function. They constantly experimenting with fun, innovative ways to make our goods refreshingly new as they stand the test of time. All of Loulou LOLLIPOP products, from silicone teething jewelry to muslin blankets, are ASTM, CPSC and CPSIA compliant to meet local and international safety standards.

Content:

| Loulou LOLLIPOP teether and pacifier clip

| Loulou LOLLIPOP muslin swaddle

| Loulou LOLLIPOP bibs set

| Loulou LOLLIPOP quilt blanket

| Loulou LOLLIPOP hooded towel set

| Loulou LOLLIPOP sleeping bag

Loulou LOLLIPOP teether and pacifier clip

I love not only how cute their teether is, love the pastel pink color and the cotton candy pacifier clip. The silicone is smooth and will be great for my baby to teeth on along with the rubber beads. My favorite Loulou LOLLIPOP teether design in definitely go to Taro Bubble Tea Silicone Teether and Pink Unicorn Donut Silicone Teether. Cute, right?

Loulou LOLLIPOP muslin swaddle

Loved this at first sight. Why I love it so much? It is SUPER CUTE AND SUPER SOFT! I looooooove it and I know my baby will, too! Very high quality, thick but not too thick, and soft. Although you may can find another more friendly price but frankly saying this worth every penny. My favorite one is Sushi and city editions, I hope they can have Bubble Milk Tea swaddle.

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

Another genius function for Loulou LOLLIPOP swaddle.

Loulou LOLLIPOP bibs set

Bandana bibs

Calling all on-trend babies! Include two muslin bibs which is really soft and made from breathable fabric (70% rayon from bamboo; 30% cotton). Neck irritation? Don’t worry, it has soft panel to eliminate neck irritation also adjustable with three nickel-free snaps. Wide range for suitable age of baby from 3 months to 36 months.

Silicone bibs

A molded, catch-all pouch and easy, wipe-down surface makes for quick cleaning. With reinforced buttonholes for a durable, adjustable fit, this handy bib is available in an array of modern colors and fresh designs to complement baby’s wardrobe. Let’s hear it for less laundry!

• 100% food grade silicone

• bib catch-all pouch to collect crumbs

• Free of BPA, PVC, phthalates, lead and cadmium

• Ages: 3-36 months

• Top rack dishwasher safe

Loulou LOLLIPOP quilt blanket

Made with ultra-soft fabric, our muslin quilt offers four layers of coziness to lull baby into relaxation mode. Plus it’s generously sized to grow with baby through the toddler years. The blanket they’ll always reach for! It has four-layer muslin quilt, made from soft and breathable fabric, and gentle on baby’s delicate skin. Sorry that I keep saying it but I love it!

If you are like me, afraid of stains, I am for sure will suggest you to have the Planets edition, it is black yet stylish and still colorful. You must be confused with my description, how can be black but colorful at the same time? Loulou LOLLIPOP can do it.

Muslin quilt packaging

Loulou LOLLIPOP hooded towel set

This towel set made with buttery soft fabric and lined with ultra-absorbent terrycloth from bamboo, our muslin hooded towel set is a comfy way to kick off your little one’s bedtime routine. The generously sized towel keeps heads and hands warm thanks to the hood and pockets, while the matching washcloth is gentle on baby’s delicate skin. Perfect for the beach and pool, too!

Eleanor and Angel are believe the early days of newborn-hood—with all its challenges and charms—are an especially important time for you to feel connected to your personal sense of style. By combining a timeless, feel-good aesthetic, memorable pops of color, and an uncompromising commitment to the safest, highest quality materials, LouLou LOLLIPOP always willing to try new things in pursuit of better, cuter, and safer products. Yups, I love every products of Loulou LOLLIPOP.

How lovely their packaging are, it is so nice to be a baby shower gifts yet very useful.

Hooded towel set packaging

Washcloth set (3 pax) packaging

Loulou LOLLOPOP sleeping bag

Keep baby safe and warm all night with our handy muslin sleeping bags, also referred to as sleep sacks or wearable blankets! Designed specifically for bedtime and naptime, this cozy and clever solution can’t be kicked off—which means a more restful sleep for baby and mommy! Made with soft, breathable fabric, it features a sleeveless design that’s perfect for spring and summer months.

Comes with 2 sizes:

• 3 months to 12 months

• 12 months to 24 months

Read more click here.

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

A game is one of the tools that can be used as a way to transform knowledge to children. Therefore, when a child is playing, this means that it is not only playing game that can entertain or carry out meaningful joyful activities, but more than that, a game that is played by anyone will have an educational meaning, even if the person who is doing it is not aware of it.

We are excited to announce that one of our carried brand, MOLUK has won Spiel Gut. Oibo, as well as the Nigi, Nagi & Nogi teething rings, have been awarded the 'spiel gut' seal of approval. The non-profit organization was founded over 60 years ago to promote toys with exceptional play value. To date, 13 different MOLUK toys have received the coveted distinction.

Content:

| What does Spiel Gut mean?

| What makes Oibo so special?

| What makes Nigi, Nagi & Nogi so special?

What does Spiel Gut mean?

Spiel Gut means good toys. Since 1954, educationalists, psychologists, doctors, technicians, experts in design, chemistry, electronics ... and parents - scientific and practical people - have been examining and assessing toys - from babies' rattles to material for experimenting.

They work on an honorary basis and are independent of the toy industry and retailers. Their spiel gut recommendation signifies that this toy has been tested with children and examined by experts with a positive result.

Their criteria: play value, material, workmanship, construction, durability, safety, design, size, quantity, quality of the instructions for playing or making, suitability for the appropriate age group.

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

Play + toys as educational aids?

Playing always entails learning, not by means of teaching, but on the basis of personal experience - the most effective form of learning in childhood.

Physical and mental agility, social behaviour, imagination, logical thinking, planned action, powers of concentration, stamina, joy at being active and a great deal more besides, can be developed by playing, and the benefits can be seen for the rest of the child's life - at work and during leisure activities, as well as in a wide variety of other situations.

Learning to play?

But playing too has to be learned. The readiness to play, which every healthy child has by its very nature, can only develop into the ability to play with careful assistance, stimulation and encouragement. Good toys can also help in this, but only if the abilities and interests of the child are taken into consideration when choosing a toy.

Read more: Build learning kids by let them play with building blocks

What makes Oibo so special?

Oibo is an elastic, stackable, rollable, squeezable, easy-to-grip sensory toy for babies and kids of all ages. Oibo’s geometry merges a sphere with a cube - combining the action and fun of a ball with the educational benefits of building blocks.

Like all MOLUK toys, Oibo grows with the child. It shines as an elegant grasping and teething toy for the baby. Toddlers will enjoy how Oibo bounces and rolls. Its soft material is perfect for first throwing and catching games. By stacking and aligning the pieces, kids learn about geometry while training hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. Oibo collapses when you accidentally step on it and pops right back into shape.

Watch it, you will falling in love with Oibo!!

What makes Nigi, Nagi & Nogi so special?

Nigi, Nagi & Nogi are soothing your baby’s sore gums without being an eyesore. Made of 100% food-grade silicone rubber, MOLUK’s new teething rings are easy for small hands to hold and offer essential tactile and visual stimulation. They remain interesting as multi-sensory fidget toys when the child grows older and work together with the other parts of the MOLUK family for years of open-ended, child-directed play.

Watch more about Nigi, Nagi, Nogi.

MOLUK now available in many countries, if you would like purchase it or interested in being our reseller, especially in Taiwan, leave us a message, we will back to you very soon!

Read more: Moluk official website

Best teether material for babies - Wooden teether, natural fabrics, or silicone teether?

We all knew choosing a teether for your little one’s aching gums could be so complicated. A teether is an object which when chewed by the babies give relieve to their sore gums. The teethers are available having the different bases such as wooden, BPA-free plastic, natural rubber, and silicone. Which teether material is the best one for my babies?

Raised your hand if you have tried to bite your baby teether? I have tried both silicone and wooden, I prefer chewing my bubble gum, but the feeling of biting teether was not that bad and weird, hahaha. Frankly saying, I like silicone teether better than wooden, but this is my personal opinion apart from what best for my baby. Silicone teether is way cuter than wooden one, colorful and attractive.

Which teether material is the best one for my babies?

Wooden teether, natural fabrics, or silicone teether?

You’ll definitely want to avoid any silicone teether that contain BPA, PVC, or phthalates. Why?

• BPA or bisphenol-A is a plastics chemical that mimics estrogen and disrupts the body’s hormonal systems. It’s particularly harmful for pregnant women, babies, and young kids. Though most regulatory bodies, including the FDA, will tell you BPA is safe in the small quantities that appear in plastic products, many companies have chosen to produce and market BPA-free plastics. Excellent! Except for one small detail: Many companies simply replace BPA with BPS — bisphenol-S — which is just as toxic, if not more toxic, than BPA. Bottom line? Just because a product is touted as BPA-free doesn’t mean it’s safe.

• PVC or polyvinyl chloride is the third most common plastic in the world — and also the most toxic. It’s bad stuff, and you definitely don’t want it in something your kids will put in their mouths.

• Phthalates are chemicals added to plastics to make them soft and supple. (PVC is actually hard and brittle so to make something like a squeezy toy requires the addition of phthalates.) Phthalates don’t bond to plastic, though, so they leach out over time. Babies who suck on teethers containing phthalates will be ingesting a known carcinogen. Baby Center has an excellent list of phthalate names so you can check labels.

• A list for teether every parents should avoid, check it here!

Modified from QParent blog post.

Wooden teether and natural fabrics are in!

If you’re super-concerned about plastics or your baby’s reactions to rubber, then wood and fabric teething toys are the ones for you. There are plenty of good ones to choose from. The teether made by using wood are safer because of having natural, chemical and plastic free features.

So, here are what I can recommend to you - trust me, I’ve try to chew them, but nothing happened, they just so durable.

Best teether recommendation based on materials

Silicone teether - that NOT contain BPA, PVC, or phthalates

Hashtag Kidz - all-in-one teether

Hashtag Kidz founder is a former Montessori educator and mother, is passionate about creating products that are safe for the earth and Hashtag Kidz customers. She knows the importance of using safe, natural products in the home, so they’re work hard to ensure that each Hashtag Kidz product is friendly to the planet and to our sweet baby, too. Hashtag Kidz only use materials that are 100% safe and free of any harmful toxins.

Read more: Hashtag Kidz ChewBuddy, all-in-one teether

Loulou LOLLIPOP - fun-loving, distinctive teether

Their founder, Eleanor and Angel believe the early days of newborn-hood — with all its challenges and charms—are an especially important time for you to feel connected to your personal sense of style. By combining a timeless, feel-good aesthetic, memorable pops of color, and an uncompromising commitment to the safest, highest quality materials, LouLou LOLLIPOP is redefining baby goods. We're fearless pioneers, always willing to try new things in pursuit of better, cuter, and safer products.

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

Matchstick Monkey - innovative teether

Matchstick Monkey understands that every moment matters when it comes to your baby and that is the same for every parent in everywhere around the world.  We believe design and safety are imperative for little ones, so you can rest assured that our products are made to the highest standards. Perfect for small hands looking for something to hold with ease.

Read more: Matchstick Monkey, solution for baby's teething pain

Wooden teether

Loulou LOLLIPOP wooden teether

Available in a variety of modern colors, our silicone and wooden baby teethers offer two different soothing textures for sore gums—including pliable, food grade silicone beads and gnaw-able beech wood. Let's soothe and shake!

Natural fabrics

Matchstick Monkey muslin

The 100% luxury organic cotton muslins have a BPA free chewable silicone teething label, helping to keep your little one calm at all times.

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

For those who are located in Taiwan and Vietnam, if you are would like to purchase it, we have distributor in those two countries. While we still trying our best to look for Singapore distributor.

For Loulou LOLLIPOP, they are available in Taiwan, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, and Philippines. And we are looking for distribution in Malaysia and Indonesia.

Congratulations to Matchstick Monkey Toy for winning Best Baby Toy 2019

Congratulations to Matchstick Monkey Toy for winning Best Baby Toy 2019!!

The Mother & Baby Awards have been running for 25 years and are the most rigorous awards in the industry. Judged by the real experts – mums just like you! - you can be assured that every product is really put through its paces and tested vigorously.

Each year, the Mother & Baby awards put the very best baby, pregnancy and new mum products on the market through their paces.

Mother & Baby army of real mum testers - 1,300 mum apply to be tester - put the products through their paces by living with them for a month before giving us their real, honest opinion. This large team of testers means you can trust the Mother & Baby Awards 100%. This way only the best gear gets awarded and you can rest assured, the products below have the real mum seal of approval.

We all know how important it is to choose products that are reliable, high-quality and good value for money, so rather than trawling the shops, have a look through these winning products here:

Gold award winner: Matchstick Monkey Teething Toy

Silver award winner: Fisher-Price 2-in-1 Sit-to-Stand Activity Centre

Bronze award winner: Tiny Love Dynamic Gymini

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

Products were put through their paces over a period of six months in three different settings: at home in real-life situations, in a retail environment and online. The products submitted were assessed on quality, value for money, user-friendliness and innovation.

At a glance:

These innovative monkey teethers are ergonomically designed to reach right to the source of the teething pain with bumps on the back of the head. Teething trouble is a thing of the past with this range and these are the perfect companion for your little one to provide comfort.

Would you recommend this to other mums?

April: I would recommend the matchstick monkey - it is fun and colourful, easy to pop in the changing bag yet sturdy enough that my son can have a good chew and I don't have to worry that bits will break off. I love the little nobbly bits on the back of the head as I can pop teething gel on it and my son can chew away. It is easy to wash with warm soapy water and the colour hasn't faded at all.

How did this product make your life easier?

Philipa: This is a great toy for teething babies. Although I was initially put off by the monkey design, it has really grown on me. My baby loves it! It has a teething gel applicator which is a great addition and it can be put in the freezer to provide extra relief for a teething baby. It is easily cleaned in the dishwasher or steriliser.

Would you choose this product to win?

Jennifer: Yes definitely, if this happens to get lost I would buy another in an instant. It should win for its versatility, ease of use and clever design. It is lightweight, small, easy for baby to use and easy for parents to apply the gel to back teeth. It would also make a great gift for something a little different.

What changes would you make to this product?

Margaret: I would not change anything about this product. It is such a great teething toy. It really does give my little girl some much-needed relief. We have had some bad teething weeks and this monkey really helps. There are so many different aspects of the monkey that she can chew. The legs of the monkey are great for reaching the back teeth too. Wouldn't change a thing.

The original Matchstick Monkey Teething Toy, now sold worldwide in over 43 different countries, including Taiwan, Vietnam, China, Indonesia, Japan, USA, UK, and so on. Matchstick Monkey is so successful, they not only come with teething solution, also coming with comforting organic cotton muslins and breathable blankets, plush monkey toys and gift sets.

Matchstick Monkey teether are suitable for steam and cold water sterilization, FDA approved food grade silicon, dishwasher safe and fridge friendly, BPA free, environmentally friendly. Matchstick Monkey teether can help develop motor skills from an early age.

Read more: What do expert moms say about Matchstick Monkey?

Self-feeding utensils, Grabease or Bumkins silicone chewtensils?

Entering the age of 6 months, is the right time for your little one to be introduced to some solid foods. That's when baby spoon and fork are began to be used. Unlike the usual utensils that we use, the baby's spoon and fork must be adjusted to the little one's mouth, safe and comfortable when used.

Baby spoon and fork has its own uniqueness according to the development of your child and is made of various materials that will provide a different eating experience. In this article, we will compare Grabease baby first self-feeding utensils and Bumkins silicone chewtensils.

Both Grabease and Bumkins are perfect to help guide little ones to self-feeding. But, yes, they have some differences that might let parents feel confuse. Let us tell you pros and cons between each product.

Content:

| Bumkins silicone chewtensils pros and cons

| Grabease pros and cons

| Summary

Bumkins silicone chewtensils pros and cons

Bumkins silicone chewtensils pros:

• Bumkins Chewtensils help you to introduce babies to self-feeding by giving them utensils that can be chewed on before transitioning to silverware.

• Bumkins chewtensils made from BPA-free, BPS-free, PVC-free, phthalate-free, cadmium-free and lead-free silicone.

• Back of the spoon head has sensory bumps to stimulate gums

• It can be sterilized by putting it into a boil water.

• Price lower than Grabease

Read more: The best baby spoon fork in 2019

Bumkins silicone chewtensils cons:

• The silicon fork doesn’t work. Not even on the softest foods. Made from silicone bring both pros and cons to it. Since baby can chew it, feel free to imagine how soft is Bumkins silicone chewtensils are.

• The sizes are a little bit too small, smaller than usual baby spoon and fork, it makes baby harder to use.

• Friend of mine have an issue with Bumkins fork, since it is called chewtensils, means baby can chew it, but my friend’s daughter bit it off and almost swallow the bitten part.

Read more: 3 Rules you must follow when giving first food to your children

Bumkis Silicone Chewtensils packaging

Grabease first self-feeding utensils packaging

Grabease pros and cons

Grabease pros:

• Grabease is made from plastic, free from harmful materials like BPA, lead, and phthalates.

• Protect your tot with the baby and toddler fork and spoon set that poses no choking hazards! The cloud acts as a choke protection barrier, preventing the utensils from gagging or harming your little one.

• Grabease short utensil handle makes they are super easy to hold and maneuver, let baby can easily guiding this utensils into their mouth without dropping the food. Grabease short round handles are perfect for baby’s little hand.

• Grabease is not too long, not too deep, not too pointy. Just perfect.

• Dishwasher machine safe.

• A lot of color selection.

• Grabease are the first ergonomic safe self feeding utensils recommended by Occupational Therapists.

Grabease cons:

• Do NOT sterilized it using boiling water!

• Quite pricey comparing with other baby utensils.

Read more: Grabease all-over bib review

Grabease First self-feeding utensils: Green

Bumkins Silicone Chewtensils: Jade

Summary

I like Grabease more than I like Bumkins, why? Because i can see how frustrate my kid when she is using Bumkins fork, she was trying so hard to pitch the toast. Also, the Bumkins more like a teether than a spoon, it is good for transition. When they use Bumkins spoon, my daughter will suck it (the spoon together with the food) while eating. I think Bumkins should sell the spoon separately, I barely use Bumkins’ fork.

After all, it is still depends on your kid’s preference. If your kids just like mine, she or he may prefer Grabease.

“Mealtime should be fun not frustrating.”

What can you play with Dena toys? You'll never think about it!

Keeping your little one busy is very important, by let them stay busy, they can learn and develop more. The next question may be, “How can I keep my children busy?”. It is simple, instill a lifelong love of learning through buying them toys that engage them on creative, emotional, fun as well as educational level. Today we would like to let you know what you can play with Dena toys, and you’ll never think that one toy could be this useful and so functional.

Read more: Dena toys introduction

What can you play with Dena toys?

Use Dena as teether

This is a perfect way to start playing with Dena. You can start introducing Dena to a 6-months baby. Dena is made of platinum-based silicone, a soft, resistant material, which make it become 100% safe teether.

Use Dena for learning shape and colors

We all develop language skill by naming shapes and colors. If you want to encourage their language skill, give them love with a bunch of toy with lot of shapes and colors, also give her as much time as possible to play. Dena, will help them learn to classify by form and color. Remember: you are her best toy. Play with your baby as much as possible.

Read more: Playing open-ended toy with Dena toys - My First Rainbow

Use Dena as educational toys

Dena educational toys and their multiple combination possibilities enhance symbolic play and stimulate the child’s creativity and imagination. Let them invent their own games. Playing calmly will slowly teach her to empathize, to share and to respect turns and rules.

Use Dena as construction toys

Dena is a fantastic construction toy. Many of the skills children demonstrate are a direct consequence of correct sensorimotor development. Dena very flexible, that is why Dena could be the ideal context for creating stories and even the perfect inspiration for her first maths lessons.

Use Dena as your bath buddy, pool buddy, beach buddy

Having children who not enjoying bath time? You should try Dena. Not only for bath, you can also bring Dena to the beach, combine all of its games. Let me give you an example, when you go to a beach, stacked the toys and the wave knocked them down, stack as tall as you can before the wave come. But, never lose your Dena!

Use Dena as mold: cooking mold, painting mold

See the pictures! How could you not falling in love with a very useful toy like Dena? You can use it since your baby 0 year old until at least 6 years old. Dena is totally safe up to 220 degree environment, it means Dena is safe for dishwasher use and oven use. From now on, cooking will be one of your bonding time with the kids.

Read more: Build learning kids by let them playing blocks

“The best games are those that do not exist in reality, but are born and develop when the child wants.”

How to become a baby product wholesale distributor?

BabyLux has been a baby product distributor for over 9 years, we carry around 14 brands until now.

Not only carrying baby essentials, but also education toys, introduce those brands to Asia’s country. Some of them like Nookums, Grabease, Matchstick Monkey, and you can see more in here.

Our founder found out that demand for baby product has increased, so does the need for distributors. Being a baby product wholesale distributor is quite promising - but you need to do it right - because you can achieve a fairly large profit. The reason is quite simple, babies are always been the most precious family member, parents or even grandparents would like to give the best for babies.

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Distributors are the link between the end customers and the manufacturers of a product. As an authorized distributor you'll usually receive direct training from the manufacturer on how to use its product, and have contractual authorization to sell its products – sometimes with exclusive rights to sell the product in a particular region. This gives your customers the peace of mind knowing that they are working with a company with direct access to the manufacturer.

For those who are interested in being distributor, this is how we start..

So, how to become a baby product wholesale distributor?

Decide what you want to sell

You can distribute almost anything, but you need to be knowledgeable about the product you're selling. For us, why we decide to be a baby product wholesale distributor? Long story short, our founder see the potential in baby products, as you know BabyLux main goal is to bring both innovative and the best quality of baby products to the Asia’s retail market. At that time, our founder notice that many good products are only distribute in US or UK, even though there are some in the Asia, but it is hard to find. So you need to seek the main purpose.

Read more: Wanna be Nookums world's most famous pacifier retailer?

Build relationships

Networking is the foundation of the distribution industry. Relationships and connections will define you. Gain a deep understanding of your target market and clients to develop stronger partnerships. Keep communication open and available. No matter with the manufacturer or customer, always build a good relationships.

Create a website for your business

In addition to simple contact information, this website should describe prices and product offerings. This is especially important if you sell directly to consumers. You may need to start learning about SEO, yes, you can learn it by yourself, it takes time, but very worth to learn.

Inventory

You’ll need to have enough cash on hand to purchase sufficient inventory to launch your business. How much money that will require depends on what products you’ll be selling. Typical starting inventory needs for wholesale distributors can range from a few hundred dollars to over a million dollars’ worth of required inventory, which may need to be financed. Get a warehouse, place your first order and run with it.

Market your product to potential customers

Send out your catalog to potential customers in your area. You can also make cold calls or place ads in trade publication relevant to your products. With some luck and salesmanship, your first orders will be coming in soon! For us, we use email and social media - follow us at @babylux_asia, they are really good for branding.

Small reminder for you who would like to start your own business as wholesale distributor, keep your early expectations modest!! Focus on quality and on keeping costs low.

Our suggestions

As you know, we already in the business since 2012, these 7 years, we have learnt so many things, no matter how to select baby product brands that we want to carry, or other soft skills. We have grown so much. So, if you still don’t know where to start, just start from those best seller brand or product. Our all-time best seller are Grabease self-feeding utensils, Nookums pacifier buddies, and Loulou LOLLIPOP teether set. If those brands haven’t yet in your country, take it!! Contact us. Together, we will grow even bigger.

Read more: Self feeding utensils, Grabease or Bumkins silicone chewtensils?

Read more: Nookums paci-plushies or WubbaNub?

We carried so many brands and we keep growing. We only selected those products which will make parenting life easier, so if you are interested in partnering with us, don’t shy - leave us a message and we will back to you soon. No matter where you are, in Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, all the countries in Asia and no matter who you are, we are more than happy to connect with you!

“If you want to grow, find a good opportunity.”

— Jack Ma

The best baby spoon fork in 2021 (Updated)

Babies need extra attention and equipment to support their growth, especially when they start to have a solid meal in their lives. Bowls, plates, spoon, and forks are a few necessary accessories to make meals easier. You get a lot of use out of these tools because your baby has to eat three meals a day plus a few snacks. Many baby spoon forks are available on the market to help your child eat alone. Confused which one to choose?

What baby feeding tools do babies need?

• Bowl and plates

• Spoon and Fork

• Water bottle

• Highchair

• Bibs

How to pick baby spoon fork and fork?

Who will feed the baby?

When babies begin to learn to eat by their own, generally they cannot hold the spoon and fork in the right place, that’s why baby’s dish messy and their mouth becomes dirty. Feeding spoon that serves to help you feed your little one is different from the baby spoon which designed for self-feeding. When your child starts learning to eat independently, you can choose baby spoon instead of feeding spoon.

Self-feeding spoon and fork usually have ergonomic design. Ergonomic spoons are chunkier and are shaped easier for babies to learn how to handle. It helps develop their fine motor skills.

Material used to make it

The most important feature to consider is what the spoon or fork is made of. Babies aren’t coordinated enough to use metal forks and spoons. They could hurt themselves by biting down on the metal with their gums. Softer materials are a good idea. Plastic, rubber, and even wood is good for babies. Spoon made from silicone is also a good choice for baby, especially who just begin to eat solid food.

Size

Baby utensils should be smaller than yours. It might look small to you, but it’s probably the right size for your little one. It should be able to fit into your baby’s mouth.

The best baby spoon fork in 2021

ChooMee FlexiDip Starter Spoon

The set comes with two spoons, and each spoon is made out of BPA-free silicone. Silicone is hygienic, dishwasher and microwave safe, BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalate free. These spoons meet and exceed all US and European testing standards.

If your baby is practicing his self-feeding skills, the ChooMee is a good transition rather than a frustrating, painful one. It lets your baby experiment and learn without frustration.

BUT, it is pricey and doesn’t work for runny foods, only suitable for purees.

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Miniware Teething Spoon Cutlery Set

Each set includes two silicone spoons in different colors along with a clean carrying pouch. Ergonomically designed using super-soft silicone, Miniware spoons are comfortable for babies to bite and chew as they learn how to self-feed. Each spoon is the ideal weight, so balancing and controlling the spoon is easier. Miniware utensils are always dishwasher safe.

BUT, we think that the spoon is too deep and too big for my child’s mouth.

Grabease first self-feeding utensils

Each set includes a spoon and a fork along with a clean carrying pouch. Grabease are the first ergonomic safe self feeding utensils recommended by Occupational Therapists. The patented choke protection barrier prevents your little one from sticking the utensils too far into their mouths and gagging. The ergonomic handle is designed specifically for a babies natural hand grasp. Continued use improves fine motor skills and strengthens the pincer grasp. Mealtime should be fun not frustrating grab Grabease!

It’s a great starter spoon for your baby. Grabease also have the silicone spoon teether, a very good transition for your baby who just say bye-bye to teether and try their first solid food. They can bite the spoon without harming baby’s newly teeth.

Read more: Get to know more about Grabease spoon and fork

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Nuby iMonster Spoon and Fork Set

It has unique colors and funny shapes that look like toys, so this product is suitable for eating while playing. Make eating activities easier by playing with this product. Come along with storage pouch. BPA free and designed to be easily held and used by both left and right hands. This baby spoon fork is suitable for children aged 12 months and above, who have not been able to determine the dominant hand so that your baby can start learning to determine their dominant hand.

BUT, the chunky handle a bit hard for baby little hand to hold, and the fork is too round make it hard to stab on food.

Read more: Baby's first solid food

Olababy Silicone Spoon Teether

Olababy uses food-grade silicone, so you can toss them in the dishwasher once your baby is done eating dinner. While the design might look strange. The soft material makes a great teether, and the flexible tip won’t hurt child’s mouth. You can stand up the spoon on its base – isn’t that so cool? The purpose is for added hygiene. You don’t have to lay the spoon down on a restaurant table.Best of all, this spoon is toxin free, BPA, latex, and phthalate free!

BUT, it is expensive and I don’t know why but it has a strange odor at first.

Baby utensils are usable for years to come, and the right ones can be passed down through multiple children. It’s a good idea to invest in nice ones for home and some cheaper ones for the diaper bag. It’s easy to lose them at restaurant or at a relative’s house. Having a few sets is wise.

If you have interested in carry our brands and be our distributors, drop us a message! Welcoming you to join BabyLux big family, especially if you located in India, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, China, all countries around Asia.

It's meal time! The best baby bowls and plates in 2019

There are many development stages in each baby's age. For example, when your baby 6 months old, it is time to start eating extra meal as a companion for breast milk. Parents must be careful in choosing companion meal. The baby's digestive tract is still not as perfect as an adult, so the food must be considered properly.

After introducing solid food to baby, the next step should be learning to eat by themselves. What is the benefit of self-feeding for baby? Beside practicing their motor skills, self-feeding also makes them independent from an early age. You would like to have the proper bowls and plates for success, here’s a list of our favorite baby feeding essentials to help reduce the mess and stress.

Best baby bowls

Avanchy Bamboo Suction Baby Bowl + Spoon

This beautifully designed bamboo set is so cool, you’ll want to eat from it. The organic material is resistant to mold and mildew, and it’s environmentally friendly. The bowl also suctions to surfaces, providing a stable base for little ones learning to feed themselves. And the airtight lock mechanism lets you know for sure that it’s stuck in place.

Keep in mind, these are hand-wash only and can’t be used in the microwave.

Olababy Steam Bowl

Made from BPA- and phthalate-free, food-grade silicone, this bowl can be placed in a saucepan or steamer to safely warm up baby puree or steam veggies without killing off the nutrients. Plus the bowl doesn’t get hot as it steams, so it won’t be too warm for baby. It’s dishwasher safe and can be used in the microwave, as well.

Read more: 3 Rules you must follow when giving first food to your children

Thinkbaby BPA Free Baby Bowl

If you’re avoiding plastic, the Thinkbaby bowl is a durable alternative. Dishwasher safe, it’s made from stainless steel. Since it comes with a lid, you can use it to pack snacks for outings.

Keep in mind, just like plastic, you won’t be able to put this bowl in the microwave.

Best baby plates

ezpz Mini Mat, Happy Mat

Outsmart baby’s tendency to toss his plate on the floor with ezpz’s Mini Mat, a one-piece silicone plate and placemat combo that suctions to the table (or any flat surface). The multiple compartments encourage parents to serve a variety of foods, and its lightweight enough to bring along on trips or dinners out. Made from 100 percent food-grade silicone, it’s BPA, BPS, PVC, lead and phthalate FREE and dishwasher safe. These baby plates even come in a variety of colors.

I love that the design makes it possible for parents to stack and serve two or more mats at a time. That means you can easily use these when you have more than one little child at the table.

Read more: The best baby spoon fork in 2019

ezpz Happy Mat

ezpz Mini Mat

WeeSprout Silicone Divided Toddler Plates

They are practical and made with silicone, which happens to be unbreakable aka toddler-proof. These plates are microwave and dishwasher safe, so clean up is super easy! Surprisingly, WeeSprout plates are also oven and freezer safe, and they don’t transfer heat! The plates come in a set of three, and they are made of 100% FDA certified silicone. Unlike other silicone products, these don’t have a weird taste or smell. They are also BPA-free for safety. It’s one of the best silicone baby dishes which I really recommend.

IKEA SMASKA Plates

Available in colorful, three-piece sets, these no-fuss plates and bowls are microwave safe and dishwasher safe. Don’t let the low cost make you think they’re not safe - these products are also BPA free. It is a budget friendly plate!

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Bobo & Boo Bamboo Kids Plates

If you are looking for eco-friendly toddler plates, Bobo & Boo are some of the best choices! Sold in a set of four. These plates are made with sustainably sourced bamboo, which means they’re non-toxic, BPA and PVC free. Bobo&Boo uses FDA-approved, food-grade bamboo, which means they are baby and environmentally friendly! I also love that, instead of paint, Bobo&Boo mixed natural pigments into the bamboo by-products, so you never have to worry about them chipping or flaking in your child’s food.

Read more: The 5 best straw cups for your baby in 2019

Choosing What’s Right for You

Now that your child has a whole new, edible world to explore, meals become one big adventure. What you use to feed your wee one should make life easier for you and more fun for them. Introducing taste buds to savory and sweet treats is one of the greatest joys of parenthood. Bon appetit!