Check out our diaper bags on sale through Monday at midnight. Timi and Leslie bags on sale too.

Don't miss out:   http://chicbabybags.com/category/sale_all.htm

Baby slings are one of our top sellers..and a necessity for new moms.We carry dozens of styles..in every color and many are organic too.

http://chicbabybags.com/category_41/Baby-Slings-Baby-Wraps-Baby-Carriers.htm

This Amy Michelle eco friendly diaper bag is made from 11 recycled plastic bottles and 8.5 oz of recycled fabric. Perfect fall colors make this a must have for the stylish green mom.

Eco Friendly Diaper Bag @ www.ChicBabyBags.com

• 2 magnetic clips keep the top flap closed • The laminated outer layer makes clean up a snap! • Roomy interior with 3 pockets and 2 elastic bottle holder loops • Adjustable shoulder strap • 2 outside pockets • Matching insulated bottle bag • Coordinating zippered pouch • Large fold-out padded changing pad • Kalencom Diaper Bags are AZO free. We use no Phthalates/DEHP, DBP, or BOP in our PVC. • Dimensions: 16"L x 6"W x 11"H
Price:	$80.00

A nice review of all of the amazing features of the Timi and Leslie Marie Antoinette Diaper Bag.

This is one of our most popular bags, the Timi and Leslie 2 in 1 backpack features in Felicity. It can be purchased here on our site www.ChicBabyBags.com. This is a hot diaper bag that you don't want to miss!

"One of the most important things to remember is that it is going to take you much longer to get ready than you can possibly imagine," says Brette Sember, author of Your Practical Pregnancy Planner. "Not only do you need to get dressed and packed, but you have to get the baby fed, changed, and dressed."

How Long to Wait?

Dr. Carol Steltenkamp, a pediatrician at Kentucky Children's Hospital, suggests waiting at least seven to 10 days before embarking on any outing other than to the pediatrician's office for a well-baby checkup. "There is no great science involved with that recommendation, rather some common sense allowing all parties—parents and baby—to get accustomed to each other and establish a bit of routine," she says. "Just getting the little one buckled in the car seat correctly can be a challenge."

Try to feed and change your baby prior to leaving the house, and if you plan to be gone for more than a few hours, pack an extra bottle of formula or plan on finding a quiet spot to breastfeed.

Take Someone

Maneuvering baby gear the first few times, whether it is an infant car seat and stroller, sling or carrier and diaper bag, can take some getting used to. Therefore, wherever you choose to go on your first outing with Baby, try not to do it alone. Ask your husband, a friend, babysitter, or grandma to accompany you to make the experience a little less stressful.

Dressing Baby

Be mindful of the season when deciding how to dress your baby for the occasion. "When going out of the house, dress a full-term infant as you are dressing for the season," Dr. Steltenkamp says. "Your little one can maintain their body temperature, but I would avoid spending long periods of time in extreme temperatures."

Diaper Bag Essentials

Packing the diaper bag may seem like more trouble than it's worth to a new mom, but with a baby even a quick trip down the street can require more items than one could possibly imagine.

"Always pack at least one extra outfit and bring more diapers than you could need," Sember says. "You will want to have wipes with you as well as a Ziploc bag for disposal," she adds, while also reminding mothers not to forget their own essential items like a charged cell phone, purse, and wallet. Dr. Steltenkamp also suggests that parents stash a spare shirt for themselves in their bag or car in the event of spit-up accidents.

The Bottomless Diaper Bag

Some items to have on hand in your diaper bag include:

• Several diapers
• Diaper ointment
• Burp cloths
• Diaper wipes
• Hand sanitizer or antibacterial wet wipes
• Snacks and bottled water for Mom
• Charged cell phone
• Mom's wallet and identification
• A change of clothes for Baby
• Portable changing pad
• Plastic bag for trash or soiled diapers
• Bottle of formula or expressed breast milk
• Pacifiers for babies who use them
• Extra blanket

Places to Avoid

"My advice to parents is to take a baby someplace they love and feel good about," says Julianna Caplan, a mom of twins from Washington, D.C., who also suggests that new parents steer clear of locations such as shopping malls and grocery stores, which will be sure to be overrun with people who want to touch your baby and other small, mobile children who could pass on airborne illnesses.

Fine dining restaurants should also be reserved for date nights without Baby. There is no guarantee your baby will sleep peacefully throughout the meal, and other diners won't appreciate having their meal interrupted by a wailing infant.

The first few outings with your new baby may require a little extra planning and coordination on your part, but with the help and support of loved ones and a well-stocked diaper bag, soon you'll be pushing your new pride and joy around the park or shopping center like an old pro.

Our Timi and Leslie 2-in-1 backpacks are features on Mommy and Me Giveaways. http://mommyandmegiveaways.com/?p=8255. The giveaway is running for two weeks, and you have the chance to win two Timi and Leslie 2 in 1 backpacks! One for you, and one for a friend!

To enter and learn more information, visit the giveaway: http://mommyandmegiveaways.com/?p=8255



To purchase one: http://chicbabybags.com/item_1027/Timi-and-Leslie-2-in-1-Backpack--Zoey.htm

In celebration of the 4th of July, I thought I'd highlight some of our festive red bags, as well as handmade diaper bags, and made in the USA products:

For starters, I love this Timi and Leslie Rachel bag in Rouge:

Get em' while they're hot! These are the perfect alternative to a diapercake. The perfect new mom gift, or baby shower gift, these precious diaper cupcakes are even packed in their own bakery box! Each beautifully packed set of 4 diaper cupcakes include: 8 -Size 2 Pamper's Sensitive Swaddlers Diapers 4 - 3-6 months onsies We can ship it straight to the new mom as a gift, simply enter your personal message in the box below. Or, leave it blank to fill out yourself when it arrives. Cupcakes are wheat and gluten free. Did we mention calorie free too? These are a www.ChicBabyBags.com exclusive.
Price:	$15.00

Chic Baby Bags now carries Grow in Style diaper cakes, organic diaper cake, cloth diaper cakes and even diaper cupcakes!

Our vast selection of handmade diaper cakes are perfect gift for new moms and even work seamlessly as a centerpiece at a baby shower.

Cloth Diapering: Cloth Wipes, Cloth Baby Wipes,Handmade

We absolutely love Gdiapers, and find this video helpful for fit tips.

We have them in stock now..Cloth swim diapers!

The Infant Pull-On Swim Diaper is designed to allow liquids to sieve through while retaining solids. The inner layer is 100% cotton flannelette which remains soft against the skin, yet is durable after multiple washings. The outer layer is an oxford nylon which resists the damaging effects of chlorine and prevents the seepage of stool into the water. The legs and waist have gentle latex free elastic bands. Perfect alone or under another swimming suit. Reusable swim diapers are becoming more popular with public pools because disposables can disintegrate in the pool environment and cause filter and pump problems. Some pools have even banned disposables. Note that many pools are requiring both a swim diaper and a plastic pant to go over it.  Gabby's swim diapers are available in three bright colors (Blue, Purple and Red) and two prints (Sea Life Fishies and Dinosaur).
Price:	$10.95

I came across this chart, and love how it shows how much you can save using cloth diapers:

Disposable Diaper	$0.25/diaper *8760 (8 times/day * 365 * 3 years)	$2190.00
One Size Pocket Diapers	$17.95 each * 24 diapers	$430.80
Sized All in One Diapers	$15.95/each * 3 sizes of 24 diapers each size	$1148.40
Sized Pocket Diapers	$17.95/each * 3 sizes of 24 diapers each size	$1292.40
Fitted Diapers	$14.95/each * 3 sizes of 24 diapers each size plus 6 diaper covers per 3 sizes $12.95/each	$1309.50
Prefolds System	3 sizes of 2 dozen prefolds approx $22/dz plus 6 diaper covers per 3 sizes at $12.95/each	$497.10

Sale through Sunday! www.ChicBabyBags.com. We feature stylish modern diaper bags and cloth diapering supplies. 25% off through Sunday use coupon code Save25. Free Shipping over $50.

I recently came across an article on parents.com about how cloth diapering isn't the same as how hour grandmas used to do it. A major issue with cloth diapering is that many disposable fans say that cloth diapering is so expensive to start up. But..it doesn't have to be that way. Many advocates of cloth diapering say to start out small..maybe just one cloth diaper a day, or only do cloth diapers when you are at home. There are many possibilities!

According to the article from parents.com "If you go cloth and launder them yourselves, the cost over three years will be between $800 and $1100, half as much as disposables. And diapering a second child will only cost you the laundering (about $400 for three years)"

How to Stock Up A Diaper Bag | eHow.com

ChicBabyBags.com is excited to announce our newest product,Diaper Diddies®. Their fashionable diaper bags are handmade for parents on the go and doubles as a diaper and travel size wipey case holder AND a plush changing pad! Unlike vinyl, these changing pads are super soft and cozy for baby's delicate skin. Diaper Diddies® are perfect for parents on the go! They double as a diaper/travel size wipey case holder AND changing pad, plus our plush, designer fabrics are sure to impress!

The handmade diaper bags measure roughly 21" long and 12" wide when used as a changing pad. As a clutch, it measures 12" wide and 7" long (it folds into thirds).

• A snap fastens the clutch so your goodies stay inside, even when packed full.
• Our Diaper Diddies® are machine washable, dryer safe!                 
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