Prince Lionheart's Wheely Cow
"Baby's First Word Stories"
Pediped Shoes
When MLO started spending more time on his feet, I knew it was time for shoes. We had had tons of cute Vans and other types of baby fashion shoes, but I wanted something that wouldn't hinder, and might actually help, him in his attempts to walk. After doing some research there were two types of shoes that stood out. Call it good advertising, and a loyal customer base, but both Robeez and Pediped shoes were at the top of my list. These shoes are excellent for new walkers because they have thin soles, allowing the child to grip the floor and balance as he or she would in bare feet. They are also both are made from leather and provide a range of shoe types for different stages of walkers and different ages of children.
The clincher in making my decision was, admittedly, a single experience had by a friend. Her little tyke had a pair of Robeez and they frayed and fell apart shortly after she started using them. I know her little fellow did a lot of walking around outdoors and I could see how concrete might be too rough on the soft leather of a pair of Robeez. With the price of these shoes hovering around $30 (expensive for something I know my child will grow out of relatively soon) I needed to feel comfortable that we had something that would live to see baby #2. Knowing that I wanted the shoes primarily for outdoors excursions, and that I expected MLO to do a fair amount of walking on the sidewalk, I leaned toward the Pedipeds. As soon as I compared the two pairs of shoes side by side I decided that the Pediped Originals were for us.
Pedipeds simply had more girth to them. That may set off some red flags since the point of these types of shoes is to be thin enough for baby to grip and balance on the ground, but the soles are quite flexible, still relatively thin and the shoes are accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association (for whatever that's worth). MLO has walked the sidewalks of downtown and romped through the mud and grass of a campground with no trouble and little visible wear to the shoes (see the pair we got here). So far I am incredibly pleased and highly recommend them to any parent of an active tot looking for a good pair of baby shoes!
Snot Nosed Brat: How Boogie Wipes Have Helped
During our last foray to the folks' house the three of us got sick. While Hubby and I have the whole nose blowing thing down pat, MLO hasn't quite figured it out. When the poor kid's sinuses started to drain we found he had a permanent mucus flow. Wiping up the wet stuff doesn't seem so bad, but the more you do it, the more chapped that little nose and upper lip become. What's worse is the dried on stuff he wakes up with. Fortunately, my sister-in-law picked up some Boogie Wipes and graciously gave me some. These have become a must-have for gently cleaning up the dried on mucus around his nose. They smell good, so MLO is less likely to flip his noodle at the introduction of cloth to nose. By no means does he enjoy having his nose wiped, but it seems better when I use the Boogie Wipes than when I come at him with a Kleenex or even the Under the Nile burp cloths. While each cloth seems a bit big for such a tiny nose, I can see how with older (bigger) kids, all that surface area comes in handy. I recommend getting a package of these to try for the upcoming cold season.
Pump it Out... An Addendum: The Medela Harmony v. The Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump
In my haste to leave town last week I left my trusty Lansinoh breast pump in the sink. I needed to pump in order to build up a supply of milk for making MLO's cereal, so I looked for a replacement. The Lansinoh was not available at the local Target, so I bought what seemed like the next best thing: The Medela Harmony manual breast pump. It was a more complex set up that yielded results that weren't quite as good as the Lansinoh.
The Harmony boasts its breakthrough 2-phase expression pumping, which is achieved by a modified pump handle designed to be used in two ways. The first way mimics the short suckles of baby intended to induce milk letdown, while the second way mimics the long sucks baby uses to get his or her meal. While I appreciated the attempt to mimic baby's suckling, I found the handle a bit cumbersome. When using the short suckle side, the long suckle side kept running into the shirt I was wearing. If you are trying to pump discretely by allowing your shirt or a blanket to cover the breast shield, the shirt may interfere with the pumping action. This wouldn't be such an issue to me if the same result weren't attainable by using the Lansinoh in their recommended way: 6-7 short pumps using a more simplified handle. Additionally, the joint that serves as the connection point among the breast shield, diaphragm and the bit that seems to be required for attaining the vacuum is impossible to clean thoroughly. There is an inlet and an outlet for the milk, but I couldn't find a way to get into the chamber between the two with soap. At least that transition in the Lansinoh is minimized and they provide a scrubbing brush designed to get into nearly all the little nooks and crannies. I also noticed that there weren't spare parts for part of the vacuum enabling bit and for the diaphragm. The last annoyance I had about the Medela was regarding that vacuum enabling bit I mentioned previously. The hospital grade pump and the Lansinoh both used a little single piece, while the Harmony used a contraption that was made of two pieces, one of them very small and easy to misplace (they do provide extras). The larger piece that fit onto the joint was prone to getting stuck and at times I had great difficulty removing it.
The end result of the Medela was not terribly impressive. I didn't feel that the suction was as good as the Lansinoh and I certainly didn't get the volume I expected. To be fair, I was under some stress and had noticed a drop in my production using the Lansinoh the day before I started using the Medela. Therefore, my displeasure with the results of the Medela may be colored by my annoyance with the seeming over-complexity of the pump. The fact remains that the same results or better can be attained using the Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump at a lower price and with fewer complications.
Pump it Out.
When your child is admitted to the NICU the need to pump becomes critical to maintaining your milk supply. Since I couldn't feed MLO when he needed it, Hubby and I rented a hospital grade pump. Whenever I was unable to feed MLO directly, I pumped. After we brought him home I decided to keep the pump in order to help MLO take a bottle. This afforded me some freedom as Hubby could feed him when I was gone.
The hospital pump worked really well. The machine cost us about $150 for every 3 months (we ended up keeping it 6 months) but it was heavy and cumbersome. I did not enjoy having to be hooked up to it, as it was difficult to get comfortable. Additionally, the machine's weight and awkward angle at which the tubes left the pump made very few seating arrangements suitable for pumping.
Shortly after we decided to return the pump I realized that I needed to be away for a whole day. I needed to buy a pump. This also happened to be the night before I had to leave, so Hubby dashed to Walmart and looked at our options. We had three, and they included one manual pump and two electric pumps. With him at the store I quickly researched the reviews about them and the Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump came out on top; in fact, it beat the pants off of the other two. Hubby grabbed it and I tried it that night.
This thing rocks. As others have observed, it works just as well as the hospital grade pump I rented, and for around $30 the value can't be beat. It is easy to assemble and use and great for travelling or around the house. It is relatively discreet, in fact I pumped in the front seat of my parked car that day. My hand doesn't get tired when I use it and I love that they supply multiples of most the required parts. Additionally, if a part wears out you can get a replacement and don't have to buy the whole kit again. I strongly recommend this to any mom who plans to nurse. Save yourself from being the sole source of food and do it at a reasonable price!
Product Suggestion: Speaking of Puke....So I couldn't write about the challenges of having a pukey baby and not highlight one of the things that saved us from complete insanity. My sister came upon Under The Nile 100% organic Egyptian cotton burp cloths. When I first saw these I thought, "Wow. I'm going to look so pretentious with my fancy-ass burp cloths." Pretentious or no, these things are life savers for a spitty kid. These cloths blow away the competition for absorbency. They are completely no frills which is great because there is no stupid non-absorbent fashion applique as seen on the typical burp cloths other companies make. Additionally, they are incredibly soft. This is a must when wiping up delicate skin several times an hour. As baby ages and the vomiting slows down, these are great for wiping up the copious volumes of drool your child emits during teething. Especially with the winter months approaching, keeping the chin dry helps keep your baby comfortable. That wet chin is prone to rashes from prolonged wetness and chap from exposure to cold temperatures and wind. I definitely recommend these burp cloths to anyone expecting a little one or searching for a bit of sanity in their 'gurge filled world.
Baby Carriers
After reading "Our Babies, Ourselves" by Meridith Small I decided that I wanted to "wear" my baby more than I wanted him to be in a stroller or car seat. Dr. Sears's theory of attachment parenting also resounded with me and I decided I wanted to be physically close to my infant as much as possible. I set out to find the best carrier for me and my baby.
After researching baby carriers I decided to register for the Ergo Baby. I liked that they seemed to have researched a good support system for the developing spine of newborns and I appreciated the versatility of the carrier. The baby can be worn on your front, your back or your side. There are even instructions for nursing your baby in the carrier. Older babies can easily be worn in it because the weight is distributed on the hips instead of the shoulders. The carrier comes with a hood that can be drawn over the baby's head and fastened. This can act as a sun shade or as a sleeping hood. One of the drawbacks is that baby can't be worn facing out on the front. Additionally, the carrier uses a lot of fabric and baby seems to get warmer in it that in our other carrier. This warmth issue is definitely compounded when using the infant insert. I also couldn't find any info about why their infant support system, the Heart to Heart Infant Insert, was better for baby's developing spine than, say, a Baby Bjorn or the Moby. They basically just tell you it is specially designed to support healthy development but don't back it up with any evidence. That annoyed me, but not more than the practicality and versatility wooed me. When I started to wear MLO at just a couple weeks of age he responded well. He would often fall asleep in the carrier and I was able to go on long walks or putz around the house comfortably with him. As he got older, though, I believe he started to associate the carrier with sleep. When he was grumpy or tired and I put him in the carrier he would throw a fit. After he hit 6 months he stopped being so opposed to it and I have had better success using it. I also believe he was frustrated because he couldn't face out and see what was going on. Even considering the drawbacks I still prefer this carrier to our other.
Alternatively, we own a Baby Bjorn. This was gifted to us by friends who used one with great success. It is also easy to use. Baby is worn on the front but can face out or in. MLO loved being able to face out and watch what was going on. Hubby prefers this carrier for his comfort and for the fact that MLO enjoys being able to see out. I will use this carrier if it seems hot out or if I think MLO will be a grump in the other, although at this point (he weighs over 15 lbs) the weight is too much for my shoulders and after about 20 min I get really sore and uncomfortable.
So there you have it. There really isn't a clear winner here, but I hope there is enough info that you'll be able to make the right choice for you!
My Love Affair with the Boppy
In my third trimester we visited some good friends that had 3 children, the youngest almost 3 years old. We hold them up as our excellent example of child rearing. Among some other wonderful gifts, they bestowed upon us a Boppy. I had heard about it, but only in terms of nursing and so had decided not to register for one because I wanted the My Brest Friend. I didn't understand how incredibly versatile the Boppy is, and after using it for the past 7 months I am a HUGE fan.
The Boppy begins its life with you as a nursing aid and baby prop. It wraps around mom and can support her arm as she nurses, or baby can be set in it so that he/she is propped up. When I used it for nursing I noticed that baby had a tendency to slip between the Boppy and me, and the chair I sat in exacerbated that by pushing forward the edges that wrap around, thereby causing the Boppy to shift away. I could have stuffed a blanket between me and the Boppy but I wasn't thinking clearly at that point so I didn't. I also ended up nursing MLO lying on my back for much of his infancy due to his tendency to spit up. It is a nice prop because baby can see ahead some instead of only up at the ceiling and it gives mom a sense of security because it wraps around the baby.
Once baby can hold his/her head up, the Boppy becomes a wonderful tool for tummy time. Baby has the benefit of a cushy support system to rest on while not necessarily having his/her face in the floor. I found that MLO began to support his torso weight on this hands while doing tummy time on the Boppy and he had a harder time doing that when he was just laying flat on the ground. This may have given him an idea of how to support himself on his hands and knees.
When your little one starts to sit up, the Boppy is great for both support and for safety. MLO has been saved from numerous head bonks by the Boppy's cushy support. Even now that he is proficient at sitting and crawling, I will sit him in his Boppy if we are on our wood floor.
The Boppy gets my highest approval. I strongly recommend it to any new mom.
MLO was lucky enough to receive a Wheely Cow by Prince Lionheart for his 1st birthday. At first the unlimited mobility was a bit more than our pre-walker could handle. Just as we were preparing to leave on our trip to Montana, the little mister got the handle of it. Knowing that we would have some rainy and home-bound days ahead, we packed the Wheely Cow off with us. I can not express to you how glad I am that we brought it. That toy has become one of MLO's favorites. Wheely Cow in the morning, Wheely Cow in the afternoon, Wheely Cow at night. Lately we've had what amounted to a small deluge; days straight of rain kept us holed up in our cabin. MLO didn't mind. He rode that Wheely Cow up and down the kitchen, through our legs shouting, "Tunnel!!" and under makeshift forts. Now and again he gets down, lays his head on the toy and says lovingly, "Hug, Wheely." and makes his sad puppy sound which is his way of expressing affection. Then, quick as lightening, he's on it again, tearing around the floor, skidding to stops and wheeling himself backwards. This was a great gift, and I highly recommend it to any parent of a toddler.
"Baby's First Word Stories"
MLO has started to watch the "Baby's First Word Stories" video series by So Smart. I relented on the whole TV thing when I realized that he had the patience to sit and watch a few minutes at a time. When you think about it, TV is an incredibly potent teaching tool. It combines images with corresponding sounds and allows for repetition so that the kiddo can start to integrate words with objects in context. He has really picked up on the vocabulary introduced in the videos. I do limit his TV time to 30 minutes a day, as I don't want TV to overshadow play. He has gone from watching 5 minutes at a time to demanding more when I turn it off after 30. The videos have engaging but gentle music, cute relate-able characters and simple story lines. Each episode finishes with a review of the words learned. We have the "Pets", "Get Dressed", "House" and "We Go" DVDs and there are several stories on each. MLO loves them all, and now asks for Edward, Dee Dee, Larry and Iggy by name when he gets up in the morning. If you are looking for a gentle and educational TV experience for your little one, I highly recommend this series.
Pediped Shoes
When MLO started spending more time on his feet, I knew it was time for shoes. We had had tons of cute Vans and other types of baby fashion shoes, but I wanted something that wouldn't hinder, and might actually help, him in his attempts to walk. After doing some research there were two types of shoes that stood out. Call it good advertising, and a loyal customer base, but both Robeez and Pediped shoes were at the top of my list. These shoes are excellent for new walkers because they have thin soles, allowing the child to grip the floor and balance as he or she would in bare feet. They are also both are made from leather and provide a range of shoe types for different stages of walkers and different ages of children.
The clincher in making my decision was, admittedly, a single experience had by a friend. Her little tyke had a pair of Robeez and they frayed and fell apart shortly after she started using them. I know her little fellow did a lot of walking around outdoors and I could see how concrete might be too rough on the soft leather of a pair of Robeez. With the price of these shoes hovering around $30 (expensive for something I know my child will grow out of relatively soon) I needed to feel comfortable that we had something that would live to see baby #2. Knowing that I wanted the shoes primarily for outdoors excursions, and that I expected MLO to do a fair amount of walking on the sidewalk, I leaned toward the Pedipeds. As soon as I compared the two pairs of shoes side by side I decided that the Pediped Originals were for us.
Pedipeds simply had more girth to them. That may set off some red flags since the point of these types of shoes is to be thin enough for baby to grip and balance on the ground, but the soles are quite flexible, still relatively thin and the shoes are accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association (for whatever that's worth). MLO has walked the sidewalks of downtown and romped through the mud and grass of a campground with no trouble and little visible wear to the shoes (see the pair we got here). So far I am incredibly pleased and highly recommend them to any parent of an active tot looking for a good pair of baby shoes!
Snot Nosed Brat: How Boogie Wipes Have Helped
During our last foray to the folks' house the three of us got sick. While Hubby and I have the whole nose blowing thing down pat, MLO hasn't quite figured it out. When the poor kid's sinuses started to drain we found he had a permanent mucus flow. Wiping up the wet stuff doesn't seem so bad, but the more you do it, the more chapped that little nose and upper lip become. What's worse is the dried on stuff he wakes up with. Fortunately, my sister-in-law picked up some Boogie Wipes and graciously gave me some. These have become a must-have for gently cleaning up the dried on mucus around his nose. They smell good, so MLO is less likely to flip his noodle at the introduction of cloth to nose. By no means does he enjoy having his nose wiped, but it seems better when I use the Boogie Wipes than when I come at him with a Kleenex or even the Under the Nile burp cloths. While each cloth seems a bit big for such a tiny nose, I can see how with older (bigger) kids, all that surface area comes in handy. I recommend getting a package of these to try for the upcoming cold season.
Pump it Out... An Addendum: The Medela Harmony v. The Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump
In my haste to leave town last week I left my trusty Lansinoh breast pump in the sink. I needed to pump in order to build up a supply of milk for making MLO's cereal, so I looked for a replacement. The Lansinoh was not available at the local Target, so I bought what seemed like the next best thing: The Medela Harmony manual breast pump. It was a more complex set up that yielded results that weren't quite as good as the Lansinoh.
The Harmony boasts its breakthrough 2-phase expression pumping, which is achieved by a modified pump handle designed to be used in two ways. The first way mimics the short suckles of baby intended to induce milk letdown, while the second way mimics the long sucks baby uses to get his or her meal. While I appreciated the attempt to mimic baby's suckling, I found the handle a bit cumbersome. When using the short suckle side, the long suckle side kept running into the shirt I was wearing. If you are trying to pump discretely by allowing your shirt or a blanket to cover the breast shield, the shirt may interfere with the pumping action. This wouldn't be such an issue to me if the same result weren't attainable by using the Lansinoh in their recommended way: 6-7 short pumps using a more simplified handle. Additionally, the joint that serves as the connection point among the breast shield, diaphragm and the bit that seems to be required for attaining the vacuum is impossible to clean thoroughly. There is an inlet and an outlet for the milk, but I couldn't find a way to get into the chamber between the two with soap. At least that transition in the Lansinoh is minimized and they provide a scrubbing brush designed to get into nearly all the little nooks and crannies. I also noticed that there weren't spare parts for part of the vacuum enabling bit and for the diaphragm. The last annoyance I had about the Medela was regarding that vacuum enabling bit I mentioned previously. The hospital grade pump and the Lansinoh both used a little single piece, while the Harmony used a contraption that was made of two pieces, one of them very small and easy to misplace (they do provide extras). The larger piece that fit onto the joint was prone to getting stuck and at times I had great difficulty removing it.
The end result of the Medela was not terribly impressive. I didn't feel that the suction was as good as the Lansinoh and I certainly didn't get the volume I expected. To be fair, I was under some stress and had noticed a drop in my production using the Lansinoh the day before I started using the Medela. Therefore, my displeasure with the results of the Medela may be colored by my annoyance with the seeming over-complexity of the pump. The fact remains that the same results or better can be attained using the Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump at a lower price and with fewer complications.
Pump it Out.
When your child is admitted to the NICU the need to pump becomes critical to maintaining your milk supply. Since I couldn't feed MLO when he needed it, Hubby and I rented a hospital grade pump. Whenever I was unable to feed MLO directly, I pumped. After we brought him home I decided to keep the pump in order to help MLO take a bottle. This afforded me some freedom as Hubby could feed him when I was gone.
The hospital pump worked really well. The machine cost us about $150 for every 3 months (we ended up keeping it 6 months) but it was heavy and cumbersome. I did not enjoy having to be hooked up to it, as it was difficult to get comfortable. Additionally, the machine's weight and awkward angle at which the tubes left the pump made very few seating arrangements suitable for pumping.
Shortly after we decided to return the pump I realized that I needed to be away for a whole day. I needed to buy a pump. This also happened to be the night before I had to leave, so Hubby dashed to Walmart and looked at our options. We had three, and they included one manual pump and two electric pumps. With him at the store I quickly researched the reviews about them and the Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump came out on top; in fact, it beat the pants off of the other two. Hubby grabbed it and I tried it that night.
This thing rocks. As others have observed, it works just as well as the hospital grade pump I rented, and for around $30 the value can't be beat. It is easy to assemble and use and great for travelling or around the house. It is relatively discreet, in fact I pumped in the front seat of my parked car that day. My hand doesn't get tired when I use it and I love that they supply multiples of most the required parts. Additionally, if a part wears out you can get a replacement and don't have to buy the whole kit again. I strongly recommend this to any mom who plans to nurse. Save yourself from being the sole source of food and do it at a reasonable price!
Product Suggestion: Speaking of Puke....So I couldn't write about the challenges of having a pukey baby and not highlight one of the things that saved us from complete insanity. My sister came upon Under The Nile 100% organic Egyptian cotton burp cloths. When I first saw these I thought, "Wow. I'm going to look so pretentious with my fancy-ass burp cloths." Pretentious or no, these things are life savers for a spitty kid. These cloths blow away the competition for absorbency. They are completely no frills which is great because there is no stupid non-absorbent fashion applique as seen on the typical burp cloths other companies make. Additionally, they are incredibly soft. This is a must when wiping up delicate skin several times an hour. As baby ages and the vomiting slows down, these are great for wiping up the copious volumes of drool your child emits during teething. Especially with the winter months approaching, keeping the chin dry helps keep your baby comfortable. That wet chin is prone to rashes from prolonged wetness and chap from exposure to cold temperatures and wind. I definitely recommend these burp cloths to anyone expecting a little one or searching for a bit of sanity in their 'gurge filled world.
Baby Carriers
After reading "Our Babies, Ourselves" by Meridith Small I decided that I wanted to "wear" my baby more than I wanted him to be in a stroller or car seat. Dr. Sears's theory of attachment parenting also resounded with me and I decided I wanted to be physically close to my infant as much as possible. I set out to find the best carrier for me and my baby.
After researching baby carriers I decided to register for the Ergo Baby. I liked that they seemed to have researched a good support system for the developing spine of newborns and I appreciated the versatility of the carrier. The baby can be worn on your front, your back or your side. There are even instructions for nursing your baby in the carrier. Older babies can easily be worn in it because the weight is distributed on the hips instead of the shoulders. The carrier comes with a hood that can be drawn over the baby's head and fastened. This can act as a sun shade or as a sleeping hood. One of the drawbacks is that baby can't be worn facing out on the front. Additionally, the carrier uses a lot of fabric and baby seems to get warmer in it that in our other carrier. This warmth issue is definitely compounded when using the infant insert. I also couldn't find any info about why their infant support system, the Heart to Heart Infant Insert, was better for baby's developing spine than, say, a Baby Bjorn or the Moby. They basically just tell you it is specially designed to support healthy development but don't back it up with any evidence. That annoyed me, but not more than the practicality and versatility wooed me. When I started to wear MLO at just a couple weeks of age he responded well. He would often fall asleep in the carrier and I was able to go on long walks or putz around the house comfortably with him. As he got older, though, I believe he started to associate the carrier with sleep. When he was grumpy or tired and I put him in the carrier he would throw a fit. After he hit 6 months he stopped being so opposed to it and I have had better success using it. I also believe he was frustrated because he couldn't face out and see what was going on. Even considering the drawbacks I still prefer this carrier to our other.
Alternatively, we own a Baby Bjorn. This was gifted to us by friends who used one with great success. It is also easy to use. Baby is worn on the front but can face out or in. MLO loved being able to face out and watch what was going on. Hubby prefers this carrier for his comfort and for the fact that MLO enjoys being able to see out. I will use this carrier if it seems hot out or if I think MLO will be a grump in the other, although at this point (he weighs over 15 lbs) the weight is too much for my shoulders and after about 20 min I get really sore and uncomfortable.
So there you have it. There really isn't a clear winner here, but I hope there is enough info that you'll be able to make the right choice for you!
My Love Affair with the Boppy
In my third trimester we visited some good friends that had 3 children, the youngest almost 3 years old. We hold them up as our excellent example of child rearing. Among some other wonderful gifts, they bestowed upon us a Boppy. I had heard about it, but only in terms of nursing and so had decided not to register for one because I wanted the My Brest Friend. I didn't understand how incredibly versatile the Boppy is, and after using it for the past 7 months I am a HUGE fan.
The Boppy begins its life with you as a nursing aid and baby prop. It wraps around mom and can support her arm as she nurses, or baby can be set in it so that he/she is propped up. When I used it for nursing I noticed that baby had a tendency to slip between the Boppy and me, and the chair I sat in exacerbated that by pushing forward the edges that wrap around, thereby causing the Boppy to shift away. I could have stuffed a blanket between me and the Boppy but I wasn't thinking clearly at that point so I didn't. I also ended up nursing MLO lying on my back for much of his infancy due to his tendency to spit up. It is a nice prop because baby can see ahead some instead of only up at the ceiling and it gives mom a sense of security because it wraps around the baby.
Once baby can hold his/her head up, the Boppy becomes a wonderful tool for tummy time. Baby has the benefit of a cushy support system to rest on while not necessarily having his/her face in the floor. I found that MLO began to support his torso weight on this hands while doing tummy time on the Boppy and he had a harder time doing that when he was just laying flat on the ground. This may have given him an idea of how to support himself on his hands and knees.
When your little one starts to sit up, the Boppy is great for both support and for safety. MLO has been saved from numerous head bonks by the Boppy's cushy support. Even now that he is proficient at sitting and crawling, I will sit him in his Boppy if we are on our wood floor.
The Boppy gets my highest approval. I strongly recommend it to any new mom.
