“I’m a huge fan of wearable sleeping bags, especially in winter, as babies can’t kick them off. They also can’t creep up, so they’re safer than loose blankets.”
HAPPY, BABY CITY UMHLANGA STAFF MEMBER:
“Camp cots are so versatile. The upper level can be used from birth to three months, so mom doesn’t have to bend too much, especially good if she has had a c-section. After that you can lower it to the bottom level, which can be used up to two years.”
MELANIE, BABY CITY UMHLANGA STAFF MEMBER:
“My advice is to invest in a swing or bouncer, which helps to soothe and calm baby during the first three months when colic might rear its head. Especially if mom’s lifestyle is busy, a bouncer or swing can give her a break from carrying baby.” YOLANDI JORDAAN, DEPUTY EDITOR OF BABA & KLEUTER: “My husband and I were very sorry that we didn’t buy a camp cot with a click-on nappy station. When you use your camp cot it means you’re not at home with your well-equipped nappy station, and you actually really need it.”
HELEN SCHÖER, EDITOR OF YOUR PREGNANCY:
“If you get a pre-loved cot, be sure to replace the mattress. If you’re painting it, use safe paint with no lead and other toxins.”
STHEMBILE, BABY CITY PAVILION STAFF MEMBER:
“CDs with white noise, nature sounds or classical music should be played while mom is still pregnant.”
PEARL RANTSEKENG, DEPUTY EDITOR OF YOUR BABY:
“I spent a lot of time travelling with my baby as my husband and I lived in different provinces at the time. Due to the excitement of expecting a first child, I bought both the camp cot and regular cot – big mistake and waste of money. I should have just stuck to the camp cot.”
YOLANDI JORDAAN, DEPUTY EDITOR OF BABA & KLEUTER:
“Make sure that you know the size of your cot when you shop for cot linen. Cot sizes differ.”
KARIN, BABY CITY AREA MANAGER:
“Items like bouncers or swings should be bought only after baby’s birth, as weight plays a part in the lifespan of these items.”
THENJIWE, BABY CITY STAFF MEMBER NORTHGATE:
“Invest in a rocker napper, because it helps soothe babies with the vibration it gives and it stimulates baby’s brain with the colourful toys. It also has sounds, like white noise and playful sounds.”
ClevaMama Baby Pillow, R279.99, Baby City
Oh So Heavenly Sweet Dreams Bedtime Room Mist (100ml), R26.99, Sweet Dreams Fragranced Skin Freshener (90ml), R29.99, Sweet Dreams Soothing Body Lotion (200ml), R29.99, Clicks
Chicco Baby Hug 4-in-1 (available in Legend or Glacial), R3 799, Baby City, Babies R Us, Kids Emporium, takealot. com, loot.co.za, thekidzone.co.za
Thule Sleek Bassinet, R3 999, thulestore.co.za
Chicco Next2Me Magic Co-sleeper, R4 299, Baby City, Babies R Us, Kids Emporium, City Gift & Toys, takealot.com
Chicco Balloon Bouncer, R1 899, Kids Emporium, takealot.com, thekidzone.co.za, loot.co.za
Philips AVENT Soother Night Time Twin Pack 0-6m, R154.99, Baby City, Dis-Chem, Clicks, Baby Boom
Chicco Lullaby Dream Travel Cot, R5 499, Kids Emporium, takealot.com, loot.co.za, thekidzone.co.za
Groswaddle Twin Pack White 0-3 months, R419, takealot.com, loot.co.za
Groegg 2, R449, Baby City, Toys R Us, takealot.com, loot. co.za, selected Kids Emporium stores, Zando
Groanywhere Blind Stars & Moon, R599, Baby City, takealot.com, loot. co.za, selected Kids Emporium stores
Grobag 1 tog Zippy Zebra 0-6 months, R499, Baby City, takealot.com, loot. co.za, selected Kids Emporium stores
Swaddle Up Original Grey size S (3.5-6 kg), R429.99, takealot.com, loot. co.za, selected Kids Emporium stores
Elektra Anti-Mozz Lamp, R319.99, baby stores, pharmacies, selected retail outlets, online stores
Joie Baby Excursion Change & Rock Travel Cot, R4 499.99, Baby City, Babies R Us
Grofriend Light & Sound Sleep Aid Ollie Owl, R579, Baby City, Toys R Us, takealot.com
Babysense Taglet Security Blanket, R149, Baby City, Babies R Us, leading online stores, leading retail outlets
Zazu Night Light Star Projection, R799, Kids Emporium
Grosnug Cosy Ollie the Owl Newborn, R449, takealot.com, loot.co.za
Tommee Tippee Night Time soother 0-6m, R119.99, Baby City, Baby Boom, Babies R Us, takelot.com, loot.co.za, Dis-Chem
Babysense Cuddlewrap Swaddle Blanket, R199, Baby City, Babies R Us, leading online stores, leading retail outlets
Grocomforter Bennie Bear, R199, Baby City, takealot.com, Toys R Us, Kids Emporium
Johnson’s Bedtime Bath Jelly 250ml (R29.95), Oil 200ml (R47.95), Powder 200g (R29.95), Soap 175g (R16.95) Bath 500ml (R64.95) and Shampoo 500ml (R44.95), Baby City, Clicks
NapUp, R699, Baby City, takealot.com, selected Babies R Us and Dis-Chem stores
Stokke Sleepi Mini, from R8 899, bornfabulous.co.za
Stokke Home Cradle, R5 599, bornfabulous.co.za
Cabbage Creek 5 Piece Cot Linen Set, R649.99, Baby City, Babies R Us, takealot. com, leading retail outlets
Cabbage Creek Large Camp Cot Fitted Sheet, R99.99, Baby City, Babies R Us, takealot.com, leading retail outlets
Cabbage Creek 3 Piece Cot Linen Set, R379.99, Baby City, Babies R
Us, takealot.com, leading retail outlets
Safeway Snuuz Camp Cot, R2 699.99, baby retail stores
Safeway Basico Camp Cot, R999.99, baby retail stores