Personalizing Nomie Baby Car Seat Covers Now Carried at Simple Stitch

I remember opening my first baby gift with my son's name on it, and thought, "Wow, it's really real!" It was another moment that made me realize that it was for keeps, and what a great feeling that was. Personalizing a baby gift, or any gift for that matter, is a great way to make something very plain into something special that shows you care and put thought into it. After all, there is nothing that exciting about bibs, but ones with your child's name and a little design are unique!

Nomie baby, has recently added Simple Stitch to it's family of stores, so now when you are sending a nomie baby car seat cover to your friend, or giving them one with the car seat you are also passing along, you can add the child's name, or a little design to make the gift and thought that much more personal. A toddler or infant car seat cover is the perfect must-have accessory for making parent's lives (or at least cleanups) easier, and the personalizing is the icing on the cake. Simple Stitch has so many different designs and colors to chose from, that your biggest problem might be picking!

Here's to spreading the happy-mess in your own personal way!

Perfect stroller accessories in cold weather

The term we often hear is accessorize! In fact, on Sesame Street, that was the word of the day, really! The fashionistas all tell us that the best way to update an outfit without spending a fortune is to accessorize. By simply adding a belt, necklace or scarf we can up date out an entire outfit and look, and still have money left over to go out and show it off!

Accessorizing our baby gear is also a great way to bring it up to date with the season. By adding just a few key items, we can winterize our little one's stroller! For example we can put the the sun shade away and replace it with a wind and rain shield, and a nomie baby 'cozy-up' stroller blanket can quickly turn the open air ride into a warm, cozy and wind-protected one. Finally, by adding one last stroller accessory, strittens, to the handles, we are able to treat ourselves to toasty warm hands in a snap. Stroller accessories not only make it easy, but pleasant to go from one season to the next without spending a fortune! So have fun accessorizing, AND going out!

Getting out with baby: stroller blankets are great

Very often, having a baby during the cold, snowy months can be isolating. The idea of bundling up and braving the cold can be overwhelming, but staying inside for months on end waiting for the thaw can be unbearable. There are many great products out there to make getting out and about not just possible, but pleasant.

Remember, newborns need to be kept extra cozy and warm, so a good rule of thumb is to dress them in 1 extra layer than you have on, and always keep their head covered. Our mothers were right, and now that we are mothers we can keep passing along the message, that keeping your head warm does wonders in keeping all of you warm! There are also terrific stroller blankets that add an extra layer of warmth. The nomie baby 'cozy-up' stroller blanket is perfect for making getting out possible! It has a wind resistant outer layer, and a super warm and cozy fleece lining to keep your little one snug and toasty! Now you don't have to wait for the buds to appear on the trees before you can venture out.

Enjoy getting out and about, going for a stroll and getting some exercise with your little one even when it's still freezing outside.

Changing infant and toddler car seat covers

When we have babies, there are so many gadgets and gear to make life easier. There is always more laundry than you could possibly image little ones could create. The quicker the change can be done, whether it's a changing table cover that got dirty, a onesie that get drooled on one too many times, or a car seat cover that was spilled on again, there are items to make this easier!

The nomie baby car seat covers make cleaning the car, and cleaning up after little ones a snap. They slip on without any hassles or having to disassemble any straps. Then they go straight into the washing machine for a quick cleanup! Since they retail for $36, it's no problem to have more than one, so when one gets dirty, it can be washed while another one is slipped on. You're always covered. This is also a great opportunity to change up the look from lime to navy to blue to charcoal to pink. These are all easy ways to get a sleek, clean look without any hassle! Enjoy the happy-mess!

Big City Moms Best Baby Gear and Accessories: nomie baby car seat covers, 'cozy-up' stroller blankets and strittens are all included

Trying to sort through all the "must-haves" is such a challenge, so it is important to know where to turn for trusted advise. If you are looking for ways to tame your hair, it's best to ask someone who has they hair you wish you had. If you see a pair of boots on the street that you have been searching for, stop that person and ask. I promise they will not think you are nuts. They will be flattered. Similarly, if you are looking for the "must-have" baby gear ask parents who have children just slightly older than yours. They can help steer you things that you can't live without, and those that are a waste and just take up space.

I have found that the second time around having a child, there are now wonderful groups, blogs and websites that make the navigating so much easier. In addition, as an entrepreneur, I have found working with these groups fantastic in not only giving excellent feedback, but also providing a wonderful vehicle for getting the word out to the parents we are trying to reach. One terrific way these groups spread the word is by hosting events with speakers giving advise on topics from what to bring to the hospital to how to find a caring and trusted nanny to recommending gear and accessories you need. I am thrilled that one such event is taking place tonight. Big City Moms is hosting an Expectant Moms Event for "The Best Baby Gear and Accessories." It is rewarding to know that such a trusted organization recommends the nomie baby product line to its parents.

These events are not only great ways to get information on 'must-have' products, but they are also wonderful ways to get out and meet other people. For all of us who are moms, sharing the experience makes the moments that much more memorable!

Strittens: Stroller Handle Mittens for ALL Stroller Types

How often have your packed the diaper bag with everything your little one could possibly need or want for the 15 minute to 2 hour outing, only to realize once you are a block away from home that your hands are freezing, because you forgot gloves for yourself? Well now there's a simple solution. The nomie baby strittens are stroller handle mittens. Cozy, warm hand warmers that Velcro onto ALL types of stroller handles, so they are always there when you need them, and make getting out quickly a snap. They work on umbrella stroller handles as well as jogger handles, so for only $30 no matter whether you out for a stroll, doing errands, or getting exercise, your hands can be shielded from the wind and cold. Since the strittens are only $30 a pair, they are a perfect gift for your strolling mom friends too.

Now you can slip the Strittens on once, and you are taken care of for the entire winter. You and your hands will be warm, and strolls will be so much cozier without adding any more time to your routine!

Nomie Baby Stroller Blankets & Mittens: Mom Gear Musts for Stroller Outings

Winter is definitely here to stay. As the temps dip into the teens and the flurries are swirling around, the thought of being inside for months on end with the little ones seems a bit daunting. The cold weather doesn't have to mean staying inside until the tulips arrive. If you have the right warm gear going outside will be a welcome adventure.

Keeping little ones warm while strolling is now easier than ever. You no longer have to worry about tucking a blanket around your child, and then hoping that there are no gaps for the wind to get in, or that it might slip off and get caught under the wheels. The nomie baby 'cozy-up' stroller blanket is the answer. It is a cozy and warm blanket that completely zips around your child so there are no gaps for the wind or snow, and it won't slip off either! The 'cozy-up' makes getting out a treat.

We have taken care of the little one's comfort, don't forget about your own. We all know that often when we are rushing to get out we have everything for the child, but not always for us. Oops, the gloves are in the other jacket, or while taking one off we drop it in the melting snow. Strittens are the answer. They are super warm stroller handle mittens that stay on the handles and are always there when you need them. You and your hands will love them.

Now that we have you and your little one covered in comfort and coziness, enjoy the winter!

Baby it's Cold Outside

Winter is here to stay, and the idea of hybernating with your little ones for months on end is probably too much to imagine. After all, there are only so many art projects to make, cookies to bake, Legos to construct, or pillow forts to build. Braving the cold temps can be done with the right layers of clothing and gear!

In case you weren't prepared ahead of time, there are ways to gather warm gear and clothing, and have it delivered right to your door through rain, sleet or snow. L.L. Bean, Lands End, Old Navy and Children's Place, Zappos in addition to Target and buybuyBaby are great sites to go to get boots, jackets and snow pants for your little ones. Another must-have for strolls in the cold is a cozy, warm and snuggley stroller blanket like the nomie baby 'cozy-up' stroller blanket, and of course you can't forget about the one pushing the stroller! I pair of warm strittens - stroller handle mittens - will keep your hands toasty when out and about.

To make it easier, nomie baby is offering 20% OFF orders of 'cozy-up' stroller blankets with promo code "warmup" now through Jan. 31, 2011. Simply go to www.nomiebaby.com, enter the promo code, and warmth will ship out to you and your friends! Instead of feeling trapped, gear up and get out! Enjoy the snow and winter wonderland!

In Photo: Getting out and enjoying strolling in China warm hands with her strittens, and her little one is cozy and warm in his own 'cozy-up.'