We’re Pregnant!!!

If you haven’t heard the news yet, we are pregnant!!!  This is such a blessing because we had been trying to get pregnant since the fall of 2008.  It has been a journey of faith, and we feel God is blessing us tremendously by answering our prayers.

My wife told me the news on a night that I was leaving for a Chick Fil A opening in Nashville, TN.  While I was feverishly packing up, she asked me to come in our room for a second.  She gave me a card that said, “we’ll miss you while you are gone.”  My immediate thought was, “typo”.  And then it registered… “WE”???  “REALLY”??!!!!????!!!!  We hugged and laughed and cried together all at the same time.  It was a precious moment that I’ll never forget.

Then, I packed up my car and drove 4 hours away for 2 days, leaving my pregnant wife behind to go score some free chicken.  I know.  Crazy, right?  Because of some health complications she had as a child, my wife wanted to keep the news to ourselves until we were further along in the pregnancy.  But, we are now nearly 13 weeks and everything is going great!  We’re still praying for a healthy pregnancy and baby.

So, as I take care of my sleepy, nauseous wife, we are looking forward to the great adventure of parenting that lies in front of us.

Watch the video below to see our church’s reaction to telling the news (a few in the room knew already and several folks were absent for the big news, but still a lot of fun!).  Hooray!  In September, we’ll finally get to use some of these baby blankets! 

Pedigree Dogs Slow Motion Video - Outstanding!!!

If you are a dog lover, you absolutely must watch this video!!!  What does this have to do with baby blankets you ask?  Well ….  you see … dogs and baby blankets go together …. like …. like ….  Oh, ok.  You got me.  There is no correlation between the two, but who cares?  There are some videos that are cute and then there are some videos that make you belly laugh out loud.  It’s Friday.  It’s time for a good belly laugh.

I have a golden retriever, and he’s one of my best buds in the world.  There is no doubt that he loyally loves me, but he also loves treats, like the dogs in this video.  Enjoy, and have a great weekend!

You’ve Lost That Nursing Feeling

Here’s a cute little video to start your day.  How many moms out there can relate to this one?  Nursing your baby is a very special gift, but there has to be a time when the little one is weened off.  Come to think of it, it’s a pretty good metaphor for parenting and life.  When that time comes, be strong and be creative.  We love our security blankets which you can check out here, but you may need to use your judgment as a mother on if it’s a good time to introduce one.  You don’t want to train your child to jump from being on dependent from one thing to another.

Anyway, enjoy this cute little clip.  It’s not Tom Cruise in Top Gun, but a fun little spoof.  Does this feel like the breastfeeding experience you know moms?  Have a great weekend everyone!

Baby Roller Skating Video

Ok, here’s a little weekend entertainment on the light side.  These babies can get down and do some amazing tricks on roller skates.  Evian has used a classic sales technique that works which is …. babies are cute.  So, what’s better than one cute baby selling our product?  30 cute babies!  And what’s better than 30 cute babies???  30 cute babies on roller skates!  Genius Evian.  Genius.  You win again.

So, yeah, this video has absolutely nothing to do with baby blankets.  Though, they could probably make a video with these babies as Jedi Knights wearing baby blankets.  We just thought we would lighten up your weekend a little bit.  Nothing wrong with a good commercial every now and then.

Five, Five Dollar, Five Dollar Ship-ping!

That’s right, blanketmybaby.com has extended our $5 flat rate shipping deal through the month of January.  This means you can buy all of the blankets on your wish list without paying any more for postage.  Blankets also make great baby shower gifts, and if you can’t make the shower, you can ship your gift straight to your friend or family member.

Buy a unique baby blanket in blue, pink, white or rainbow!  Go green and try an organic blanket, add luxury with a cashmere blanket or add personalized touch with an embroidered blanket.  It’s up to you, but the more you buy, the more you save on shipping!

This offer applies to all orders being shipped to United States addresses (excluding Alaska and Hawaii).  Visit blanketmybaby.com to start shopping and shipping!

Find a baby blanket like Jon and Kate’s

In this video, Kate plays a fun game with the kids using a large fuzzy blanket.

Jon and Kate Baby Blanket Video

Check out our selection of stroller blankets, fleece blankets and handmade blankets at blanketmybaby.com.  Many of these blankets are large, fuzzy unique blankets that can grow with your baby and help you make fun memories of your own!  Sometimes the simplest gifts make the best gifts.

Stroller Blankets

Handmade Blankets

Fleece Baby Blankets

How to use the Snug and Tug Blanket

The video below shows how to use the Snug and Tug swaddle blanket by Go Mama Go Designs.  The Snug and Tug is unique, simple to use and effective for swaddling.  It is available in several cute prints and colors (including pink, green, blue, white, rainbow and more) at blanketmybaby.com.

Snug & Tug has a triangular shape and was specifically designed for swaddling. Winner of multiple awards, this unique blanket uses a velcro system for a tight and secure swaddle. Recommended by doctors, nurses, doulas and parents.  Snug & Tug is available in 2 generous sizes to fit your growing baby and is made with high quality breathable, stretchable super soft cotton. In a snug swaddle, your baby will sleep better than ever.

Aden and Anais Video Review

We wanted to pass on this great video review done by our friends at EmbellishedMom.com.  We’ve tried to tell you the amazing benefits of aden + anais blankets, but if you don’t believe us, here’s someone else’s word for it.

The video goes to show just how big these blankets are.  You don’t really appreciate the full 47″ x 47″ untilit’s compared to another blanket.  Because of it’s great size, these blankets are great for swaddling.

As of now, our stock of aden & anais has been running out because everyone is buying them up!  Our $38.94 sale price is one of the best on the internet, since they normally retail for $44 a 4 pack.  Combine that with our $5 flat rate shipping, and you have a fantastic deal!  While our stock is diminishing, we plan on adding to it soon with many new patterns as well.  Be sure to come back and check them out!

Kiss Da Baby

Ocho Cinco

Hey, it’s football season, and I need to share a little love for my Bengals.  By the way, in case you haven’t heard, we’re 3-1, tied for first in the AFC North.  Every week has been about a heart attack, but we’re getting it done.  With some late quarter and overtime heroics, the Bengals have this fan believing once again.  It appears that we have some winners on the team because in the past, the Bungles would find ways to lose games.

Among the ranks of the most interesting players on the team is of course Chad Ochocinco.  Number 85 came up with a catch phrase in the offseason, “kiss da baby.”  What does it mean?  Well, he tells you in this clip from HBO’s hard knocks.  Basically, “kiss da baby” means it’s all over.  As Andre Whitworth said, “don’t line up against me because it’s over.”  Here’s a youtube clip that shows the ever entertaining Chad ‘Esteban’ Ochocinco.  NOTE.  Strong language.

Ha!  That guy cracks me up.  As long as he keeps catching touchdowns, he can talk as much as he wants in my book.

Shaun Alexander's Baby Girl

Now, onto another NFL star who has some baby language.  My all time favorite NFL player is Shaun Alexander, and back when he was a touchdown machine, he was also busy becoming a father with his beautiful wife.  A few of my favorite touchdown celebrations of all time were his “rock the baby” and “burp the baby” (seen at 1:41 below).

Ok, so not exactly top discussion on baby blankets tonight, but hey, one of those little babies out there might become an NFL star.  So tonight, as you tuck in your little one, make sure you “kiss da baby.”

How To Swaddle A Baby

Ok, you’ve heard all the rage.  You’ve read all the articles.  You know that swaddling is a good idea for your baby.  Not only can it help prevent SIDS, but it also provides a comforting, warm place for your baby.  This of course leads to a good night’s sleep for your baby.  And what does that mean for mommy and daddy?  You guessed it!  SLEEP!!!  We know how important it is for parents to get a good night’s rest.  If not, you’ll be walking around like my good friend Aaron “Harang-a-tang” Harang, who looks like the living dead most of the time.

Aaron Harang-a-Tang

Don’t wind up looking like this Reds pitcher.  You can do better than that.  So, here is a video to teach you how to swaddle your baby.  You may ask which blanket is best for swaddling.  We recently gave an aden and anais 4 pack to my brother and sister and law for their 4th child, and she swears by them.  Little Hallie has been sleeping great with these blankies and your son or daughter can too.  Shop for all of our swaddling blankets here.  But first, a bit of instruction.

Now, go get some sleep!