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May 14, 2010 at 8:57 am · Filed under Childrens Books, Gift Baskets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Lullabies ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, baby gift basket, baby gift sets, baby lullabies, baby lullaby, baby music, bedtime, bedtime routines, Childrens Board Books, Childrens Books, Emerald Baby, Lullabies, lullaby cd's, music, sleeptime tips
You’ve got that little one growing inside you and you know you already love him or her more than you can possibly imagine….did you know…
1. Babies start hearing at 25 weeks.
2. Babies will recognize your voice before they are born.
3. It’s not just music or singing that babies will respond to.
4. You can start comforting your little one right now.
5. You can even start a bedtime routine with your little one right now.
We’ve talked about playing lullaby music to sooth your little ones even if they haven’t been born yet, but how about reading a book to your little one at bedtime? Yes..even if they haven’t been born yet. You feel them growing and moving inside you so why not incorporate a little bedtime routine with them now? There’s a good chance they will remember and respond to the routine once they’re born. Parents can take turns reading out loud each night and begin bonding with your child now. If you already have a little one and you have a second one on the way this can be great family bonding time and everyone can feel as though they are starting to connect with the little one yet to be born.
Emerald Baby’s Precious Series of childrens board books are fun, rhyming, sing-song books that can grow as your children grows. The first two books in the series are out and there are ten more on the way!
Soft Kisses 
Twilight Dreams 
Next book due to be released will be ’Sleepy Little One’.
Where are these book titles coming from? Emerald Baby’s Precious Lullabies! Each book has a matching lullaby. 
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November 25, 2009 at 9:11 am · Filed under Baby Accessories, Baby Blankets, Baby Burp Cloths, Baby Gift Baskets, Gift Baskets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Receiving Blankets ·Tagged Baby bedtime, baby blanket, Baby Blankets, Baby Burp Cloths, baby gift basket, baby gift sets, burp cloths, Childrens Board Books, Childrens Books, gifts, music, sleeptime tips, stuffed animal sheep, white baby blanket, white blanket
Whether we’re getting the nursery ready ourselves or know someone who is getting ready for a little one that’s on the way or has recently arrived, we know we have to do some shopping!
We automatically think of baby blankets 
, stuffed animals , burp cloths and even nitelites…
Here are some items you might not have thought about…for your own little one or to give as a gift…
1. A Baby Bracelet 
2. A Matching Mom Bracelet 
3. How about personalizing those burp cloths? 
4. A Crib Mirror 
5. A Nursing Stool 
There are so many items to choose from and shopping online will let you explore what’s out there and give you some great ideas!! As always, we welcome your ideas and comments as well.
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!
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November 17, 2009 at 10:53 am · Filed under Baby Accessories, Baby Blankets, Baby Gift Baskets, Gift Baskets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, nursery decor, Receiving Blankets ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, baby gift, baby gift basket, baby gift set, baby gift sets, baby lullabies, baby nursery, Emerald Baby, gifts, stuffed animal sheep, stuffed animal teddy bear, stuffed teddy bear, white blanket
Giving the gift of gift baskets is one of the earliest forms of gift-giving. The story of Moses in a basket carries with it the symbol of hope and more traditional symbols include those of spring and new beginnings.
When it’s time to start thinking about gifts for moms-to-be, whether it’s a shower, a holiday, or when the little one comes into the world…think about giving the gift of ‘A-Little-Bit-of-Everything” to mom’s who want to make sure they have what they need.
From blankets to stuffed animals, the list of must-haves for a newborn can be quite long. When you give the new mom a gift basket, she’s getting a little bit of everything and she’s also getting another storage basket that is perfect to add to a nursery or changing table shelf. 
Some baskets can be personalized for a boy or girl too! 
Some baskets have an adorable stuffed animal that could soon be your little one’s newest and ‘bestest’ friend! 
Don’t forget the obvious…Gift Baskets are so much fun to give and receive! So…have fun with it!
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!
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November 13, 2009 at 11:29 am · Filed under Baby Blankets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Infant Clothing, Lullabies, Receiving Blankets ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, baby blanket, baby gift, baby gift basket, baby lullaby, baby music, bedtime, bedtime routines, blue baby blanket, Lullabies, Receiving Blankets, sleeptime tips, sweet dreams, white blanket
We all know that waking up in the middle of the night is part of motherhood. Since we know it’s going to happen, at least for a little while, here are some tips to help prepare for it and have things go as smoothly as possible.
1. 
If your little one is on formula, have the formula measured and in the bottle ready to go. When they wake up, add hot and cold water to the right temperature and you’re ready for the feeding.
2. 
We’ve mentioned it before…but it’s worth mentioning again…layer the crib or bed with waterproof pads and sheets. If your little one has wet through, pull away the top sheet and pad and you have another dry sheet underneath all ready for them! No more changing sheets in the middle of the night!
3. 
Stock up on night-light bulbs. If your little one wakes up in the middle of the night and their comforting night-light has gone out, they may get scared and start crying. Having extra light bulbs ready to go will help to quiet and comfort them quickly.
4. 
Keep water in a sippy cup in their crib or within reach. Little ones get thirsty in the middle of the night and having a full sippy cup of water handy will help keep spills to a minimum when they reach for their water.
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Stock up on their favorite blanket. If your little one has a favorite, can’t-sleep-without blanket, you may want to keep a couple more on-hand. If one is in the wash or just not within reach, you can reach for another to give your little one that extra comfort they want.
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!!!
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November 9, 2009 at 3:53 pm · Filed under Baby Accessories, Baby Blankets, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Lullabies, Receiving Blankets ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, Baby Blankets, baby gift, baby gift sets, baby lullabies, baby lullaby, baby music, bedtime routines, Emerald Baby, Lullabies, music, sweet dreams
We’ve discussed essential oils and the benefits of their different aromas, but now that stuffy, running noses are more frequent as the colder months approach…here are some tips and tricks for helping to make your little ones a little more comfortable as they drift off to sleep…
Essential #1 – A Humidifier. 
If you don’t already have one, make the investment in one now. The moisture that fills their nursery will help make breathing so much easier. Especially if they have to breathe out of their mouths all night!
Essential # 2 – Eucalyptus Essential Oil. Eucalyptus oil can be compared to menthol and it works on the receptors in the nasal mucosa. This is what often helps to alleviate nasal congestion and can give some relief through the night.
Essential #3 – Lavender Essential Oil. The calming and soothing affects will help to ease your little one into a sweet slumber. Lavender can ease anxieties and if your little one is having difficulty breathing, alternating some lavender with the eucalyptus will help to calm them.
Essential #4 – Lullaby Music. Distracting their discomfort with some music will help to soothe and relax them so they can drift off to sleep faster. The best part…there are so many different kinds of music to choose from!
EmeraldBaby.com wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!
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October 27, 2009 at 9:57 am · Filed under Childrens Board Books, Childrens Books, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Lullabies ·Tagged baby, baby board books, baby books, bedtime, bedtime routines, Childrens Board Books, Childrens Books, Emerald Baby, reading to babies, reading to children, sleeptime tips, sweet dreams
Getting your little one settled in for sleep time will include lots of different bedtime routines. We’ve discussed so many but there’s just nothing like snuggling with a bedtime story.
Not only does reading with your little ones help to calm and settle them for sleep, there are so many benefits as well. Here are just a few to think about…
1. It’s one more way to introduce them to and awaken their senses of hearing, seeing and touch.
Hearing - through our voice
Seeing through vibrant colors
Touch – through textures, even smooth and shiny textures like board books.
2. It’s a way to connect that varies from feedings and diaper changes. It allows us to ‘do’ something else with our little ones that comforts and nurtures them. 
3. It’s a way to not only introduce them to a book, but it’s a great way to introduce them to the world. It allows you to help them expand their mind and help them start to make sense of the world. 
A great gift for your precious little ones and something fun too, is to start collecting Emerald Baby’s precious series of childrens books. The vibrant colors and variety of illustrations will bring so much to story time.
Add Emerald Baby’s latest board book, Twilight Dreams to your child’s book collection. 
If you don’t already have it, the first board book in Emerald Baby’s series is Soft Kisses. 
One more way to make bedtime - special time.
Emerald Baby wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!!
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June 16, 2009 at 12:32 pm · Filed under Baby Blankets, Childrens Books, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, Lullabies ·Tagged baby, baby at bedtime, Baby bedtime, baby blanket, Baby Blankets, baby feet, baby foot massage, baby gift, baby lullabies, baby lullaby, baby massage, baby music, baby nursery, bedtime massage, bedtime routines, Childrens Board Books, Emerald Baby
What better way to get your little one relaxed, calm and ready for sleep than to give those cute little feet of theirs a massage!
Here are some great tips and ideas…
1. Whether your little one is two months old or two years old, a foot massage can be the perfect way to connect with them and help them feel nurtured and taken care of.
2. You can use lotion or oil. You can even try some scented oils. Read over our previously posted blog; “‘Your Baby’s Nose Knows”.
3. 
Instead of using your whole hand or palms, you can use just your thumbs for soft, direct, controlled pressure.
4. 
Try to stay calm as your giving your little one a massage. That way your baby won’t get distracted by any tension or anxiety your feeling. Those emotions will surely get passed on to them.
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Dim the lights and have the baby lullaby music playing so the transition from massage to bed is smooth. (If you haven’t yet, put a dimmer on your nursery wall switch…easy to do and you’ll use it ALL the time!)
6. Make sure both you and baby are comfortable. Use as many soft and snuggly blankets as you need. 
As always, have fun with it!
Emerald Baby wishes you and your little ones…sweet dreams!
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May 22, 2009 at 9:04 am · Filed under Baby Accessories, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets, nursery decor ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, baby gift, baby gift basket, baby gift sets, baby lullabies, baby nursery, gifts, stuffed animal sheep
A change in the season is a perfect time to change up your little ones room, even if it’s just little bit. Spring is here and what better time to celebrate than with bright, sunny decor for your little one’s room! Your mood is probably lighter and brighter so why not pass that on to their room as well! Try these tips and ideas…
1. Always think soothing and relaxing.
2. Never think busy or over- stimulating.
3. Always think simple – like simple shapes and simple borders
4. Never think really bright ANYTHING.
You can add some spring artwork to change up the scenery. 
You could try some different lighting or a new lamp. 
You can even invite in a new stuffed animal friend! 
Have fun with it and remember…Emerald Baby wishes you and your little ones Sweet Dreams!
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May 13, 2009 at 8:52 pm · Filed under Childrens Books, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets ·Tagged baby, Baby bedtime, baby gift, baby gift sets, baby lullabies, Childrens Board Books, Childrens Books, Emerald Baby, music, nusery
Here’s another way to make bedtime fun for your little ones. Try some variations on your routine with these suggestions…
1. Grab some books that have pictures and objects and ask some learning questions instead of reading out loud. How many objects are on this page? What color is the ball? Where’s the nose? This is a great way to work with them. 
2. After a few books… sing a song. The alphabet song; Twinkle Twinkle, and a classic favorite….”Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes’. This is almost guaranteed to get a few giggles, especially if you wiggle the ears and toes as you go. 
3. Pull your framed pictures off the wall or dresser and point out family members, or the eyes and ears in the photos. Use their own face in the photo! 
Have fun with it!
Emerald Baby wishes you and your little ones…Sweet Dreams!
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May 6, 2009 at 11:26 am · Filed under Baby Accessories, Gift Ideas, Gift Sets ·Tagged Baby bedtime, baby gift, baby nursery, bedtime, bedtime routines, Emerald Baby, nursery, nursery decor, sleeptime tips, stuffed animal, stuffed animal sheep, stuffed animal teddy bear, sweet dreams, wall decorations
Whether your little one is still in a crib or perhaps transitioning to a toddler bed with their crib mattress, have you thought about checking out their nursery from THEIR perspective?
In order to really determine if your baby is looking around and seeing what you think they are seeing, try kneeling down or squatting down to their level and taking a close look around.
Where’s the nightlight? Can they even see it or is it blocking their line of vision, or being blocked, leaving them in the dark anyway? OR, is it glaring in their eyes when they look in that direction?- Where is the bed or crib location? Are they tucked so far in the corner of the room that when they look around they only see blank walls. Perhaps there is a picture of an animal whose eyes are staring right back at them possibly startling them in the middle of the night. Try calming wall decor like this from Emerald Baby .
- What’s the room temperature? Warm air rises, so, how warm is it at your child’s level in the room. Standing where you are in the room, it may feel fine. Once you kneel down, now how warm and comfortable is it? Consider a ceiling fan for reverse circulation or a small space heater.
Are they sleeping with stuffed animals? Do they have a few stuffed animals so their crib feels cozy or do they have so many animals that their crib or bed is cluttered? If you think your little one is a little cramped consider rotating a handful of those stuffed little friends .
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