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BREASTFEEDING EVENT with ELAINE SKAGGS

Learn about Great brands like KicKee Pants, Joovy, Motherlove & Itzy Ritzy

October 10, 2014
Last Month Redondo Beach Macaroni Kid teamed up with Elaine Skaggs, the owner of South Bay Breastfeeding Support and Education Center for a fabulous event for Expectant Parents to learn about breastfeeding.  

Being a first time Mother myself this past year - I even learned a lot about breastfeeding that I didn't know.  I wish that I had attended one of Elaine Skaggs' classes during my pregnancy.  She educated all of the couples on everything that it takes to properly feed your child for the first year - whether breastfeeding works out for you or if it doesn't.

The event also highlighted some of the BEST products for your little ones and we were very happy introduce them to all of the new soon-to-be-parents!



KicKee Pants - Wow!  That is what you are going to say as soon as you feel the incredible fabric used in all of their products!  By far, this is my favorite clothing brand for my son.  (It also encourages me to actually get the laundry done - because as soon as I would take my little man out of one of his KicKee Pants outfits - I would want to put him right back in one).  Great news is that they make adult clothes too!!!!  Every single person at the event fell in love with their KicKee Pants outfit!  Not only are these the softest outfits you will find, but the designs are adorable!!!  Hello - please scroll up and check out the super cute watermelon onesie!  Please check out their website here, you won't be disappointed!  Happy Shopping!



One of the most innovative baby bottles on the market is the new Boob Baby Bottle by Joovy.  The quality of these bottles are like no other.  They took an extra step to bake the nipples of the bottle with strengthens the silicone to help prevent nipple collapse while providing constant softness.  This is a HUGE plus!  One thing that I have found with several bottles in that the nipples collapse.  Joovy is a great company where you can find everything you need for your children including bottles, highchairs, walkers, strollers, playards, bikes and much much more!  So check them out here and start shopping!



Part of my daily routine during pregnancy and still to today has been made possible thanks to Motherlove.  Motherlove is a terrific company that makes herbal care products for pregnancy, birth, baby, and breastfeeding, formulated to nurture both body and soul.  Their products are made with certified organic herbs and are free of synthetic or artificial ingredients.  They are all rated zero toxins, the cleanest possible rating from the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep Cosmetic Database.  They were kind enough to share samples of their nipple cream and diaper rash cream for all of the parents at our event & since I am a avid user of both of these products - I couldnt' gush about these anymore!  For you mothers that are breastfeeding and looking to increase your milk supply - look no further, Motherlove has an entire line of herbal breastfeeding products.  Please check out their website to see everything they have to offer!

A celebrity favorite, Itzy Ritzy has made it possible to parent in style!  Their entire collection of lifestyle accessories for you & your kids are made up of the best fabrics and the cutest designs!  One thing that drives me crazy - is when I go into my diaper bag and there are crumbs and snacks everywhere!  That is a problem no more with the adorable snack bags and snack bag minis from Itzy Ritzy.  The only problem is picking with design to go with (or you can just get one of each).  One lucky winner at the event got to go home with their fashionable Nursing Happens, Infinity Breastfeeding Scarf.  As they say, "bonding with baby never looked so beautiful" and they are right!  I've been a big fan of Itzy Ritzy for awhile now and love their shopping cart & high chair cover (it goes with my everywhere).  Check out all of their products right here!



I really cannot say enough WONDERFUL things about Elaine Skaggs.  She has been called the "life-saver" by many.  Luckily her expertise runs deep and please look out for future events that we do with her.  These events are not to be missed.  We planned to team up again for a Tantrum Class soon - and we all know that every parent could use some helpful tips here!


The above items were gifted to me for our event, but all of the comments are my own!