Minky Blankets

My sister Nancy got these blankets for my son when he was born. They are the SOFTEST blankets I have ever touched, and they actually stay that way if you care for them properly! They come in a variety of sizes and patterns, and you can even customize the style with the pattern you like. I have a bunch of the infant ones for my son in different colors and patterns. They are also great for a backdrop for photos. After I fell in love with Minky Couture, I bought an adult size for myself, which turned into also buying a Monster size once my husband started taking over my blanket. I decided to finally share my minky blanket obsession with you today because they are having a huge pre-black Friday sale today and tomorrow!

At Softminkyblankets.com You can get 45% off any blanket with the code: "Pre45" and $5 shipping

If you live in Utah and want to stop by one of their stores, you can also get a free infant minky with a $100+ order! (Stores in Layton, Orem, St George and Draper, UT)

If you have any other specific ordering questions, go to the website: softminkyblankets.com or call their store directly: (801) 682-8422

Make sure you sign up for their e-mail updates online, so you are up to date on all their deals!

Here are some of my favorite prints:
(link below picture will send you directly to item)

Macall Lime

Macall Lime

Kami Pink

Diamond Royal

Dino Apple

Honeycomb Hot Fudge

Moroccan Champagne

Sandra

Moroccan Tiffany Blue

Maxi Cosi Carseat Sale!

There's finally a sale on Maxi Cosi Carseats now through Dec 3, 2014.

A carseat is definitely a necessity and an investment, both financially and for the safety of your child. Maxi Cosi was a top 10 product in Pregnancy & Newborn magazine 2011.  It has unique FlexTech technology and AirProtect side airbags for safety and comfort, 11 harness heights and 3 buckle locations for the perfect fit.

I personally own the Pria 70 in the black and grey. It's the most cozy carseat I could find. The cushion feels so squishy (like memory foam), and provides support in all the right places. It also has a cup holder attached. My son loves to put his drink in there, snacks and toys.

The weight range on the Pria 70 is 9-40 rear facing; 22-70 and 52" forward facing.

They also make a Maxi Cosi Pria 70 "TinyFit" to accomodate a baby 4-9 lbs (with the insert) with addition to the features listed in the Pria 70.

There are many models to choose from, but the Pria 70 is what I have used personally and recommend. I attached some images of their infant carseats below to show you. They come in such fun solid colors!

Click below the image you like, and it will send you straight to item on the Nordstrom website!         

'Mico AP' Infant Car Seat $159.99 (was $199.99):

                      

Pria 70 Baby/Toddler Car Seat $199.99 (was $249.99):

Pria 70 'TinyFit" $231.99 (was $289.99)

Baby Gear

Here are some of the items I own, and the links of where I found them. I purchased them with the intent of having them last through 2 children, whether I had a boy or girl next.

Car seat: Graco - SnugRide 30 Infant Car Seat, Metropolis  $118 at Walmart. It is plain black. You have to make sure its "adaptable" to the stroller you are getting (Thats the tricky part!) There are other stores that carry this same EXACT carseat for more $. A penny saved is a penny earned!

Pack'n'play: Graco Pack-n-play Playard, Hudson $99.99 at Target. I like that this has a removable bassinet in it. Ryder slept in there comfortably in our room for the first couple months. I still use this for him to sit and play with toys, especially if I need to do dishes, fold laundry, etc. You can put a playard sheet over the bottom to have a different accent color, instead of the green. The star mobile is also easily detachable. We never used it.

Highchair: Graco Duodiner Highchair, Hudson $139.99 at Target. 3 in 1 high chair. It begins as a reclining infant high chair, converts into a toddler seat, then to a booster. I have taken the cushion off and thrown them in the washer to clean, its super easy. Obviously the print is cute too! The front cushion comes off too, if you don't want the green.

 Stroller: Bob Revolution SE Stroller, Black $449 On sale now at Babies "R" Us for $349. This stroller is AWESOME! We couldn't be any happier. We take it everywhere! It's built to go on the sand and rough terrain, and is a smooth ride for the baby and me. It has great shocks, and is so easy to push. Its a little awkward to lift into the car, and you have to buy the car seat adaptor and cup holder separately, but I am so happy with it. I have purchased a few umbrella strollers to have a lightweight option, but when I use them, I just miss my BOB! This comes in a variety of colors: Orange, plum, navy. However, as you can see, I love Black and Grey! Gender neutral and easy to clean!

Infant & Toddler Car seat: Maxi Cosi 'Pria 70' Car Seat $249.99 at Nordstrom. Fits 9-70 lbs. Rear and forward facing, with side impact protection. Ryder started getting a little restless in his infant car seat, and was growing so fast, I figured it was time for a new one. It looked so comfortable in the pictures, but its even better in person! The material is amazingly soft, I wish I could sit in it! Ryder is a happy little baby on car rides now!