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kristin
New York
Founder of Miniluu & Co-Founder of Manhattan-based family of four
Interests: The Mister, a little man named Max & a new little miss named Alexandria
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dear alexandria [14 months old]...
Posted yesterday at bonbonmini
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birthday sale...
Posted May 6, 2013 at bonbonmini
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Easter (before Christmas)...
Posted Apr 12, 2013 at bonbonmini
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You know I never realized how hard it would be to keep up with the blog with 2 little ones...You're getting there too! Just three months to go ;)
Pictures Nora took...
Most of these pictures were taken by Nora, my niece-in-law, a few weeks back while she was visiting over a break from school. We were stuck with a macro lens for the day but she made the best of it and got some amazing shots (mostly by running really far away from things a...
Hi Rochelle,
I wish I could give advice but we actually have the opposite problem. He likes to walk but he likes to sit and nap even more! We sometimes use a kick board on a bugaboo (which is kind of fun for bigger kids-- we used to call it his skateboard) but when he gets tired he is unhappy about having to stand. More and more he wants to walk and I'm okay with that except when I'm in a big rush. Then an argument usually ensues!
Kristin
Pictures Nora took...
Most of these pictures were taken by Nora, my niece-in-law, a few weeks back while she was visiting over a break from school. We were stuck with a macro lens for the day but she made the best of it and got some amazing shots (mostly by running really far away from things a...
Hi Ana,
I have two children and have used 7 different brands and types of slings, wraps, carriers and back carriers. I received tutorials from 4 different experts on how to properly wear children at different ages in both my slings and my wraps. At all stages I listen to my children when determining what to use because they have been very good at letting me know when they are uncomfortable. Both of my children protested vehemently at different ages and stages when placed in ring slings or wraps that were safely and properly adjusted. My daughter preferred the ring sling for the first 5 months and then she wanted the Bjorn or Ergo. My son preferred the Bjorn from day 1 and then our Kelty backpack. I'm sure all children are different but this is what mine prefer.
As for hip problems...My son who was carried in a Bjorn exclusively from 0-12 months until we switched to the Kelty backpack never had hip problems. My daughter however who was sling carried exclusively for the first 5 months, with her legs and knees positioned in the manner you describe as ideal, did have hip problems. I then switched to the Bjorn and her hip joint alignment/dysplasia improved. Not to imply a causal relationship, but I wouldn't say that your advice there is completely sound. Hip dysplasia can be aggravated by positioning, but the actual cause of hip dysplasia is unknown.
Also, all methods of carrying a child (including on your hip) put some degree of pressure on the crotch area. The only thing my children have protested however is pressure on their chest/abdomen and/or restriction of their arms.
When choosing between a screaming squirmy unhappy baby or toddler in a sling or wrap (that a professional has shown me how to adjust) or a smiling happy little one in a Bjorn, I choose the latter.
Based on my experience I've learned that it's important not to judge other moms for their choice of carriers or strollers, or any other choice for that matter. Not every family is exactly like yours and you never can know how much due diligence another parent has done. We all love our kids and are trying our very best!
Kristin
Pictures Nora took...
Most of these pictures were taken by Nora, my niece-in-law, a few weeks back while she was visiting over a break from school. We were stuck with a macro lens for the day but she made the best of it and got some amazing shots (mostly by running really far away from things a...
Pictures Nora took...
Posted Apr 6, 2013 at bonbonmini
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Spring is coming!
Posted Feb 28, 2013 at bonbonmini
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Valentines...
Posted Feb 15, 2013 at bonbonmini
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oh snowy day...
Posted Feb 11, 2013 at bonbonmini
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Siblings...
Posted Jan 31, 2013 at bonbonmini
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Actativities [a home-preschool update]...
Posted Jan 21, 2013 at bonbonmini
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Catching Up...
Posted Jan 16, 2013 at bonbonmini
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I'm another lurker who visits all the time but almost never comments. I just wanted to add to the positive backlash against the negative comments on sponsored posts. #1 You are an inspiration to mothers around the globe (your style, humor and your willingness to put yourself out there post after post) #2 People should know by now that nice comments and page clicks are not all there is to blogging. Blogging is work and to not receive $ for your efforts would be unfair and not realistic so please don't let anyone intimidate you from incorporating sponsorships. #3 Like everything you post the watches were darn cool, James. So I don't know what all the fuss was about!
I've been following bleubird for 2 years as a much newer mom myself I've learned so much from you and although we're the same age I think of you as big sister in that regard. So from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU! (and merry christmas!)
SOME THOUGHTS ON BLOGGING.
i wanted to touch briefly on the subject of this blog, what it means to me, why i blog and bring up a couple of other things that i feel should be addressed. first and foremost i want to say that i love my readers. you guys make doing what i do possible and i thank you for coming back here ti...
A little bit of Christmas...
Posted Dec 24, 2012 at bonbonmini
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Hi Kris,
You're right and we actually know a couple of people with strawberry allergies. They get a rash on the face. I think it's a reaction to the fungus that lives on the skin of the berries. I wasn't aware that it could cause anaphylactic symptoms as well, but that's good to know. It is probably best to avoid just in case!
Solids!
A couple of weeks ago we started to notice Alexandria watching us eat. At the time she was 6 months and exclusively breast fed so I thought it was nothing more than curiosity. But then one day when I was wearing her in the Bjorn, she grabbed my toast, gnawed off a piece and swallowed it whole....
These Days...
Posted Dec 8, 2012 at bonbonmini
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Thank you :) She had a lot of fun and honestly loved doing the shoot.
Happy Day [+ Black Friday + Cyber Monday Secrets]...
Earlier today a beast known as "Holiday Planning" officially set fire to my 2012 To-Do List. Sometime around 3am EST as I was attempting to work, christmas shop and do my turkey day kitchen prep work simultaneously, I finally accepted the fact that anything that has not been accompl...
Thank you, Melany! It's on it's way to you!
Happy Day [+ Black Friday + Cyber Monday Secrets]...
Earlier today a beast known as "Holiday Planning" officially set fire to my 2012 To-Do List. Sometime around 3am EST as I was attempting to work, christmas shop and do my turkey day kitchen prep work simultaneously, I finally accepted the fact that anything that has not been accompl...
We've finally decided to sell ours too. Yay for more floor space!
Happy Day [+ Black Friday + Cyber Monday Secrets]...
Earlier today a beast known as "Holiday Planning" officially set fire to my 2012 To-Do List. Sometime around 3am EST as I was attempting to work, christmas shop and do my turkey day kitchen prep work simultaneously, I finally accepted the fact that anything that has not been accompl...
Phew! So we're not alone :)
Happy Day [+ Black Friday + Cyber Monday Secrets]...
Earlier today a beast known as "Holiday Planning" officially set fire to my 2012 To-Do List. Sometime around 3am EST as I was attempting to work, christmas shop and do my turkey day kitchen prep work simultaneously, I finally accepted the fact that anything that has not been accompl...
Happy Day [+ Black Friday + Cyber Monday Secrets]...
Posted Nov 22, 2012 at bonbonmini
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Thank you! We're working on international shipping...I'll announce it on the blog when it launches!
Miniluu sale...
So it's just another crazy week for this tired mama (christmas orders, crawling babies and ER visits oh my!) but I wanted to pop in to let you know about our pre-holiday sale. I've added about 25 new items to the sale section for 3 days only and we're offering an additional 30% off the curren...
Hi Hillary,
So glad you guys are alright. Better safe than sorry! BTW Hux is such the handsome little lad these days!
Miniluu sale...
So it's just another crazy week for this tired mama (christmas orders, crawling babies and ER visits oh my!) but I wanted to pop in to let you know about our pre-holiday sale. I've added about 25 new items to the sale section for 3 days only and we're offering an additional 30% off the curren...
Miniluu sale...
Posted Nov 14, 2012 at bonbonmini
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