If you had a P10,000 ($200) gift check for a mom&baby shopping spree, what items would be on your hit list?
Before I decide on any item to purchase, I geek-out for weeks or even months! Geeking out would mean intensive brand and research, instagram stalking, and a spreadsheet of pros and cons (with SRP included). I always do this to confidently answer the question WHY is it needed and wanted.So here are my 7 WHYs of needs and wants, that justified my 10k purchase! Hey mama, you can use this to justify your shopping budget too *wink*
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| My Mommy Mundo Expomom 2018 Haul |
I love wearing by baby! It's been a great bonding experience since day 1, and I'll continue to do so until he's too heavy for me.
I've been using our Baby K'Tan Active since Johahn was born because of the snug fit. Now that he's 7 months old and 10kg heavy, a hip-seat carrier is a must.
There are a lot of brands out there, but I chose Bebear's Aluminum variant because it IS really the lightest hip seat carrier out there, and the foldable hipseat makes it a breeze to pack! It's perfect for the daily grind / baby's day out in a tropical country like ours.
2. FUN TEETHING & EARLY HYGIENE CARE with Matchstick Monkey
This is a kickstarter project brought to life! I've been eyeing this matchstick monkey for a while now because it simply IS a teether AND toothbrush trainer in one!
Update (june): Johahn loves his matchstick monkey! The design makes it easy to hold (and attach via bib-clip too). I'm starting
3. SAFE INTRO TO FRUITS with Kidsme's Food Feeder
Perfect buy for my 6-month old! You'll find mesh types online, or even silicone types, but I chose Kidsme's because it has the biggest teat so far! The food feeder is shaped like a rocket, and has the color variant I want! :) Most of Johahn's feeding utensils are yellow-orange. Even most of his toys and his carrier! Soo, yes to matchy colors!
4. DIGITAL LIFESTYLE W/ PEACE OF MIND with the Fazzup anti-radiation mobile patch
(this is really RJ's (www.angbuhaylokal.com) fault hahaha) My work and passion projects require me to be constantly online, and using my phone while breastfeeding or holding my baby is something that's been bothering me since he was born. 'Radiation' might not be as it was portrayed in the past decade, but I do know it's still there and the effects may or may not be directly felt YET. So thankfully, RJ convinced me I needed one because her migraine attacks were less frequent and weakened in intensity. POOF! Ok, I didn't need more proof and hey, I had 10k to spare so - no litany of explanations needed for my purchase! PEACE OF MIND is something I'd gladly spend for or invest in. Isn't that what we mothers want anyway?
5. ESSENTIALS FOR INTERACTIVE PLAY with GeoMats from Bonjour Baby World
Gone are the days of having multi-colored mats with removable letters / characters! I remember my sister's childhood days when it was sooo hassle to keep returning the lose puzzle pieces! yadayaaaa... here's to minimalist colors AND endless options for designs and placements!
Rubber mats are really a must-have for worry-free parenting!
6. TOYS FOR INTERACTIVE PLAY like Urbanmom's BBQ Dream Set
This is for when he's old enough to play for interactive play. I just had to get it because stocks might not be the same years from now and it's a "BBQ GRILL!" I really looove urbanmom's selection of educational toys! (saving that for another post)
** HAPPY N' EASY SNACKING with Nosh Munchable Wafers!
Went beyond the 10k for this! I'm going the homemade-baby-food route but it's also nice to have snacks on the go that are STILL all-natural. It's the berry-pomegranate combo's fault!
FULL DISCLOSURE :
All items above were handpicked and carefully chosen by me, after weeks and even months of thorough research and instagram stalking. I usually prepare for expos (saving my tips for another blog), and it was just timely and truly a pleasant surprise blessing from the Lord that I won the grand prize (10K Shopping Spree) from MommyMundo's #mompowerment contest series.
