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Before baby, I was footloose and fancy free. I knew exactly what I needed to grab before I headed out the door. Purse, sunglasses, keys, and coat. I was all ready to go! Now with baby in the house,  a lot of thought has to go into what to put into the diaper bag. I can relate to those mountaineers who have to pack just right to make it up Mt. Everest. For me, I have four essentials. First, diaper balm for prevention of diaper rashes. Sophie, the squeaky giraffe, for entertainment. Hand sanitizer, to keep our hands germ free. Fourth and most importantly, Huggies Snug & Dry diapers!

Thankfully, baby girl has never had diaper rash, we like to think that’s because we proactively use diaper balm to keep her moisturized.

Next up, we have Sophie. Sophie is a brilliant squeaky toy. For a baby, Sophie is a wonderful product. It squeaks, it bends, it apparently tastes really good because baby girl loves to chew on it. Also, as any of our regular readers know. Giraffes are our favorite animal, because they have the biggest heart in the animal kingdom and are head and shoulders above the rest.

I have to admit, I’m a germaphobe! Who knows where everyone else has been putting there hands?! I’m not taking any chances so I always have hand sanitizer in my diaper bag. I use it not only on my hands but I also wipe down public  baby changing tables with it. There are some really great sanitizers out there that include moisturizers and aloe, my hands never get dried out.  Baby girl has never had so much as a sniffle and I like to think that my constant hand sanitizer use has something to do with it!

Finally, we love Huggies Snug & Dry diapers! Baby girl wears a size 3 and they fit her very well. She can move freely in them, they never leak and they look really cute too! We have tried several other diapers and we definitely think Huggies Snug & Dry diapers are the best. They work for up to 12 hours, which is great at night when baby is asleep and we do not want to disturb her sleep. The diaper also has a touch of whimsy with pictures of Mickey & Minnie Mouse on the front. We always tell baby girl what Mickey and Minnie are up to!

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At the AList House, we are always looking for the beautiful balance of function and fashion. We are happy with the design choices that we made in the nursery, because everything is working seamlessly, and I love the way it looks. Our dresser was one of the smartest choices we made. The changing table tray makes changing the baby a breeze, and when she is older we will remove the tray for a lovely dresser that will accommodate her toddler room and beyond.

We also adore these Huggies Designer Wipes Tubs. They look good sitting on top of the dresser! We appreciate that such a functional item can also bring style to her space. And these wipes work great for more than just changing diapers. We grab a wipe to clean her little face, and wipe of her hands. When she is eating solids, we know they will be useful for cleaning up spills!

I love that her crib has several different looks. It can be a four-poster crib, canopy crib (shown), or a standard crib. I think we are about to move the mattress down to a lower level, because soon she will start pulling herself up! It also transforms into a toddler bed with little toddler rails. When she is older, I think the toddler bed will be a cute house for her dollies and stuffed toys.

Speaking of toys, this straw basket toy box was also a good choice. We had a tough time deciding on a toy box. We did not want any sharp corners in her room, because tumbles are part of being a baby! We also did not want a lid that could close on tiny fingers. This basket makes a great box for some of her toys, and it looks cute, too. (Of course, we end up keeping her favorites in the family room with us, for easy accessibility!)

The ultimate test for Huggies® diapers & wipes is in real life – from messy first birthday parties to playground playdates. Put the new and improved products, including Huggies® Snug & Dry Diapers with NEW SureFit Design and Huggies Natural Care® Wipes with Triple Clean Layers, to the test in and out of the nursery. Become an Official Huggies® Tester at Huggies.com/Tester.

“Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Huggies® via Glam Media.  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Huggies®

Since AListbaby is still so young, we operate on her time. We are not too strict yet with routines and deadlines…she has the rest of her life for that! But one thing we do every evening is bathtime. AListDaddy does the preparation, and I give her the bath.  AListDaddy runs the bath and makes sure the water temperature is just right, and the rubber duckies are floating in place. He sets out the fluffy hooded towel, the little pink hair brush, the jammies, the lotion, and the Huggies Snug & Dry diapers and Huggies Natural Care Wipes with Triple Clean Layers.

I am a big fan of these wipes. They are much thicker than the leading competitor, yet they are super gentle and smooth. After all, a Clean Baby is a Happy Baby! We love the scent, and the fact that the pretty plastic case does not make a big snapping sound every time it opens! We know these wipes will also be handy when AListBaby is older and eating solid foods…they will be perfect for wiping her face and the high chair!

Getting back to bathtime…I sing her the “rubber duckie” song, and I wash her locks with baby shampoo. I get her squeaky clean. We love the bathtub because it has a sling which holds her in place comfortably. I rinse her hair with warm water using two large plastic cups. I think she actually likes having her hair washed! She looks so cute in her fresh jammies, and she smells great, too. I love to wrap her in a super-soft blanket and give her a little soft toy to snuggle. I rock her to sleep. She is the perfect little angel baby! We are so lucky to have her.

The ultimate test for Huggies® diapers & wipes is in real life – from messy first birthday parties to playground playdates. Put the new and improved products, including Huggies® Snug & Dry Diapers with NEW SureFit Design and Huggies Natural Care® Wipes with Triple Clean Layers, to the test in and out of the nursery. Become an Official Huggies® Tester at Huggies.com/Tester.

“Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Huggies® via Glam Media.  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Huggies®.”

When you have a little baby in the house, the whole dinner process changes. Long gone are the days where you can just swing in and out of the grocery store on a moment’s whim, and spend hours in the kitchen preparing an intricate dinner for two. These days, nutrition, taste and speed are the most important variables. I love fast and delicious menu ideas, and I went to kraftrecipes last night to find a dinner recipe for Mr. AList and me. I came across a delightful VELVEETA French bread pizza. It looked great, and I decided I could pair it with a crisp green salad and dressing. I am glad I tried this out! It only took about 10 minutes to prepare, and 20 minutes to cook in the over.

The star ingredient was VELVEETA, one of  my favorite things to keep in the fridge. It can be used in so many wonderful recipes! We paired our entree with a side salad complete with cucumbers and carrots.

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I think the meal turned out great, and it was a big hit with Mr. AList. The sauce with VELVEETA tasted creamy and sweet!  It makes me think spaghetti sauce would also be great with a little melted VELVEETA! The best part of this recipe is that it was quick, and did not take me away from my little angel baby for long. In fact, she sat in her little baby seat in the kitchen while I made the dinner. I often talk to her while I am cooking to keep her happy. She likes to hear my voice, and I always tell her she is helping. I will visit kraftrecipes again in the future for other menu ideas. I love that they have a feature that allows you to enter items you have in your house that you would like to use in your recipe, and it will give you a list of menu items that you can make with the ingredients you already have.

Velveeta asked me if I knew any Liquid Gold Diggers. I’ll know more soon once they taste these dishes! Why? Because Liquid Gold Diggers love the Liquid Gold of Velveeta.

“Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Velveeta via Glam Media.  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Velveeta”.

There is nothing more fun than dressing up AListBaby! Check out this cute navy blue and white bubble with a matching hat…how sweet?! This summer, baby girl will be sporting classic looks in navy, red, and white…along with her precious pale pink dresses and bubbles. Many looks have matching hats..and she will be wearing shoes from her vast collection. I purchased many clothing items when I was expecting her, but we still manage to find some cute things at  the stores when we go shopping together. After all, you can NEVER have too many cute baby clothes!

It is springtime! Blue skies, beautiful bluebonnets everywhere, and cool breezes. We absolutely love this time of year. It makes us want to barbeque and enjoy sweet treats from the comfort of our backyard. This month, we were treated to a delicious package from Shari’s Berries that included 3 spring cake pops and a full dozen fancy strawberries! What could be better? We LOVE chocolate covered strawberries, and we have had our fair share. Let us tell you, these are the BEST! And the cake pops taste fantastic and look so pretty. These treats look so fantastic on the table, too. There are so many treat combinations to chose from on this website. We love the idea of sending these treats for Mother’s Day. Moms get a delightful gift, and you can skip the crowded malls and post office, and spend more time snuggling with your little one! Check out this link for a gift the mothers in your life will LOVE!

We had the most fabulous Easter in Wisconsin with AListGrandpa and AListGranne! AListBaby got to meet her great-great aunt, who is 94 years old! That was so special to me! We also visited an indoor garden, and baby girl was showered with an Easter basket filled with presents. We enjoyed a tasty Easter brunch. We are very lucky indeed. The best part was dressing her up in this gorgeous pink dress!

Hippity-Hoppity, Easter is on its way! The AListBaby met the big bunny himself at a Pottery Barn Kids event. She is enjoying the season with books about bunnies, songs about springtime, and an anticipated plane ride to visit the AListGrandpa and AListGranne! She is playing with toys, cooing, and she LOVES to listen to her Mommy sing songs to her. She is also a budding Mozart fan!

While rubber ducky makes bathtime lots of fun for baby…Live Clean Baby products make mommy so happy! The moisturizing baby lotion is like butter on AListBaby’s skin! We have also tried a leading competitors natural baby lotion, and it left dry patches on AListBaby’s body. What a difference with the Live Clean baby products. And they smell great, too. Of course, we love that all of the products care for baby’s delicate skin using plant based formulations enriched with certified organic botanicals that are safe for baby and safe for the earth. We are believers!

Our little Irish cutie had her photos taken in this adorable fluffy tutu and shamrock onesie. St. Patrick’s Day has always been a big deal to me, since we are Irish and it also happens to be my “half-birthday”. Usually, I go out for corned beef and cabbage, a tradition I started with the AListGrandpa! Mr. AList and I have continued the tradition since we met. AListBaby prefers to stay close to home in the evenings, so I think Mr. AList will get Corned Beef and Cabbage to-go for us! We have been reading AListBaby a St. Patrick’s Day book we bought for her. We will probably make the rounds next Sunday to visit her Grandma and some friends, and we will play her some Irish music! How will you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?