As most mothers can attest, at every baby shower and every event related to our infant, for whatever reason we were all given tons and tons of blankets. And use maybe 3. If only I had been given the Lotus Bebe bamboo blanket! This blanket has almost too many luxurious features; it just seems crazy for something as simple as a blanket to have had so much thought and care put into its creation, but its true people, it’s incredible!  The blanket is made of bamboo fiber fleece which really does feel like cashmere and has a 100 % silk trim. Like so many of the products that we review on this site we are doing our best to find the products that are the healthiest for our families and for the planet; and the use of bamboo does just that. The manufacturing uses sustainable raw materials, is naturally hypo-allergenic and is naturally resistant to certain types of harmful bacteria, keeps out harmful UV rays and is thermal regulating. It is also more breathable than other fabrics and is moisture-wicking (which is fantastic if your babe chews on the blanket). Yes, all those things, AND each blanket comes with a grosgrain ribbon and a tag printed on 100% recycled paper that you can actually plant in the ground. No seriously, you take a tag, put it under a thin layer of soil, water it every day and watch your blanket tag turn into flowers. It’s all too much. This would really make the perfect shower gift or a wonderful addition to any baby’s crib. They come in two sizes: large 30″x30″ which is perfect for swaddling or the petite 15.5″x15.5″ for the wee one who needs to snuggle. Also, available in many colors! Clearly,

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Winter’s around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the holidays with warmth. For my little one, I have discovered a must have for this chilly season…it’s the Grobag baby sleeping bag. Popular in Europe for over 25 years now, baby sleeping bags keep my baby covered and warm all night long even though my baby is an active sleeper. Plus, the baby sleeping bags are a safer alternative to the traditional loose baby bedding. With SIDS on the rise, these “wearable blankets” bring peace of mind from loose blankets that might cause suffocation and thus, more sleep for me!

Grobag baby sleeping bags were created by Rob and Ouvrielle Holmes. They were inspired by their son, who was constantly kicking off his covers and waking up during the night. Thoroughly exhausted from lack of sleep so they ddecided to use a baby sleeping bag and discovered that their son slept through the night. Thus, the passion to develop their own line of premium baby sleeping bags emerged.

The Grobag brand was introduced in the UK with the assistance of the Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (FSID). Now, Grobag baby sleeping bags are an important part of establishing a night-time routine for babies around the world. Grobag baby sleeping bags are available in a wide variety of sizes and designs to suit boys and girls, as well as unisex versions. Grobag baby sleeping bags come in a range of togs (European warmth rating) 1.0 (lightest) to 2.5 (warmest) to ensure that you can select the one that is right for each season or for different room temperatures. Another reason why I love these sleeping bags so much is that even the warmest is made with jersey and cotton. I have found that all of the other brands are made of fleece. I have a big problem with fleece–it’s not that warm and it’s very itchy.

Furthermore, these bags have won a variety of awards:

• Winner of the Mother & Baby Gold Award for Best Nursery Item for the third year in a row (2004/5, 2005/6, 2006/7)
• Kids Superbrand in 2006
• Tommy’s Parent Friendly award in 2005
• ‘Top Gear’ accolade by FQ Dads Magazine

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THIS CONTEST HAS NOW ENDED CONGRATULATIONS JANET, ERIN, SWEETPEAS, AND STEVIE!

Oh my goodness.  When Shi Shu sent me their baby blanket I flipped out at how much I loved it!  I could tell from their site that the blankets were cute, but in person the quality is just impeccable.  It has this vintage-inspired look about it that just makes you feel like you have the best in designer blankets.  Made with 60% cotton and 40% bamboo the hand-feel is quite unique.  The 100% bamboo trim feels like silk, any baby would be sure to love it.  These natural hand-woven blankets are a winner.  Hear what the creator of Shi Shu blankets has to say about their birth…

SHI SHU BABY™ blankets were designed with my son in mind. When he was born, he received several cozy, fluffy blankets from friends and family. Many of these blankets were made of microfiber/polyester. Unfortunately, my son’s favorite blanket, made of microfiber/polyester, caused him to break out into a rash. That’s when I decided to design a line of blankets made only of natural fibers. When I started researching alternative fabrics/fibers, I discovered Bamboo and fell in love with it’s qualities. Bamboo is antibacterial, soft as silk, keeps you cool in the Summer, keeps you warm in the Winter and most importantly…BREATHES! When the SHI SHU BABY™ blanket design was finalized, I decided that I would love to have a larger version for myself. So I designed the signature SHI SHU HOME™ throw.

I’m a blanket fanatic and have recommended several on Does Mommy Love It? I would suggest these if you want something that is truly unique, soft, and wonderful.

Shi Shu has offered Does Mommy Love It? readers a  %15 discount! Use Promo Code: MOMLOVES when checking out!

Shi Shu has also generously offered to give away 4 snuggler blankets to 4 lucky Does Mommy Love It? readers!  To enter visit her site then come back and leave a comment on this post.  For additional entries: 

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Contest ends November 18th, 2008 Midnight.

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First time moms are often hesitant to swaddle their baby tightly.  I know with my first two children I assumed they didn’t like swaddling because I was not doing it tight enough so they broke free easily. The amazing thing is that often if you swaddle correctly your baby will sleep in sweet peace! Take this from one whose 7 week old is sleeping through the night!  The Miracle Blanket makes swaddling both easy and wiggle-free proof!  If you go to the website you will be able to watch a video of how it works.  This is by far the best swaddling blanket I have ever used!  At $25-30 (depending where you buy it,) it is well worth the price. 

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The name of the product is cute (Baby Bonkie) and the styles are delightful as well with great colors and various fabric options. However, the Velcro closures are not durable enough to encase a fidgety baby or a larger-than-average baby (for instance mine). The snug blanket fits too tight, making my loved one look/feel more like a baby in a burrito wrap than a baby in a swaddling wrap. However, the lining is chenille making for a very warm refuge from a cold day. This machine washable blanket also comes available in a lot of options, with special attention paid to color details. If you are still interested check out on Amazon.com.

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