Every parent will need a convertible car seat at some point in their child’s life! Whether you decide to use one from birth, or opt for an infant car seat for the first year, you will be weighing your options and picking a convertible car seat before you know it! And although there are plenty of options out there to choose from, two of our all time FAVORITE convertible car seats on the market are the Nuna EXEC and the Nuna RAVA!  There’s no denying that Nuna makes some of the best baby gear on the market. They truly go above and beyond when it comes to infant and child safety, style,…

Convenience, simplicity, and style–the Doona truly offers it all. This infant car seat and stroller totally streamlines parenthood in that first year by removing the need for extra baby gear. Through the pop-out wheels built directly into the infant car seat, errands and travel have never been easier. No more carrying around an additional stroller and keeping track of car seat adapters!  Today, CPS tech and Cubby Mom Baylee will be sharing with us some quick tips and tricks so you can get the most out of your Doona! Wanna see for yourself why the Doona is starting to pop up all over town? Come visit us in store to give…

Does your family love to go swimming or do water sports during the summer? Perhaps your family has a swimming pool or lives near a body of water. So have you ever thought about water safety when it comes to your kids? Yes, life jackets are highly recommended life-saving items for your child to wear, but what if you or they were to forget them? What if they accidentally fall in? Would your child know what to do? It’s scary to think about! We may assume our children don’t really need to know how to swim, but in this post we’ll talk about why it’s definitely something you should consider. I will also be sharing…

  When do you stop swaddling a baby? This is a question every parent or caregiver is faced with as your child’s start reflex starts to fade and they begin to hit certain developmental milestones. Swaddling is a fantastic way of helping your newborn sleep – parents all over the world have done it for centuries, and even today many moms are sent home from the hospital having been shown how to do it right. In a loud, unfamiliar world, swaddling can help give your baby the same feeling of comfort and security that they had for 40 weeks in the womb. But despite the countless benefits of swaddling, it…

Summer is coming to a close, and if you’re like me then you’re already counting down the days until fall! I mean, who wouldn’t be excited? Crisp evenings, cozy sweaters, warm pumpkin cookies, and of course the beautiful autumn tones that come with the wonderful season! The Rylee + Cru Autumn/Winter drop 2 will have you swooning over every autumnal piece! Every piece is carefully made with the most uniquely adorable prints and colors. They’re ready for your child this season! So get your card out because it’s time to start shopping! Tops & Onesies Rylee and Cru Relaxed Tee – Cedar Stripe Rylee and Cru Raw Edge Long Sleeve…

We know that the safest sleeping position for our newborn is on their back in a crib. But, what do we do if they cry every time we lay them down? What can you do when your baby won’t sleep unless held? If your newborn won’t sleep unless held, you are in the right place. While this can be a frustrating situation for new parents, there are ways to overcome it. In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about newborn sleep needs, how to help your baby sleep soundly, and new parent sleep survival tips. By the time you finish reading this guide you’ll know how…

Struggling to choose between a sleep sack vs swaddle? You’ve come to the right place. We’ll demystify the topic and help you decide which weighted sleepwear makes the most sense for your child in their current developmental stage and age. Both a sleep sack and a sleep swaddle are safe and effective sleepwear options for baby, and chances are, you’ll use both – just at different times. Swaddles are like your parenthood superpower in the early stages of development, but eventually, they pose a risk of SIDS – or sudden infant death syndrome. At that point, you’ll need to transition to a sleep sack, which grants your child a bit…

People always ask us about our favorite brands and products here at The Baby Cubby. And although we LOVE all of the brands we carry (which is why we carry them), one of our favorites will always be UPPAbaby! UPPAbaby has some of the most popular strollers and car seats on the market due to their excellent safety features and their high-end designs. And the UPPAbaby MESA infant car seats are without a doubt some of our top sellers for that reason.  So today, Cubby Mom Kirstie is here to share some of the top features that the UPPAbaby MESA V2 and MESA MAX have to offer parents so you know which…

Baby sleep regressions can happen to anyone, but how can you tell the difference between a few rough nights and a full-fledged regression? What are the signs of sleep regression, and what should you do upon identifying them? While the possibility of newborn baby or toddler sleep regressions can cause stress and anxiety, we’re here to help you find calm and clarity on the topic. We’ll cover the main sleep regression signs and set you up with tips for getting your baby back on their newborn sleep schedule or baby nap schedule. Before we get into that, though, what are sleep regressions in the first place? What are Sleep Regressions?…

My whole life, I looked forward to becoming a mom! But when that first pregnancy test came up positive, I quickly became overwhelmed with all the things I’d have to figure out-the first of those being finding a doctor. I had grown up hearing horror stories about pregnancy and childbirth, so finding a provider that would help me feel calm and comfortable along the way was so important to me. And now that I’m pregnant with baby number three, I can tell you with absolute assurance–this may be one of the most important decisions you make during your pregnancy! Not only will they care for you and baby every step…