Texas babies tend to show up in late summer, which means spring is prime time for parents‑to‑be to enter their research era. One minute you’re casually browsing, and the next you’re deep in a debate about stroller wheels, sound machine settings, and how many onesies a newborn can possibly go through in a day.
That’s why we created the 2026 Baby Essentials & Baby Gear Guide — a fun, friendly roundup of the must‑haves, the nice‑to‑haves, and the “oh wow, that’s actually genius” finds that make preparing for a new baby feel exciting instead of overwhelming. Think of it as your cheerful companion for the months ahead.
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Birgit Sund on March 3, 2026
Are you expecting or thinking of starting or growing your family? If so, don't miss this free Mom's Day Out event!
If you are looking for a new OB/GYN, want to learn more about the birth center, or simply want to meet with some birth and postpartum doulas and lactation consultants in the area, this is the perfect event. It certainly takes a village to raise your little ones and we want to help you build that village in the Austin-area!
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Birgit Sund on May 3, 2018
If the image above looks awfully familiar to you – stop trying and simply acknowledge that “patty-cake, patty-cake” may be as far as your baking skills will go.
But – don’t you worry, your event doesn’t have to go cookie-less. Fortunately, there’s Nando's Cookies, a local home cookie boutique specializing in handcrafted, deliciously beautiful artisan cookies. See what Nando's Cookies has to offer.
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Birgit Sund on December 12, 2017
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Birgit Sund on May 24, 2017
Remember all the questions you had before and shortly after giving birth to your first (or second, or third, or ...) child?
Which Hospital or Birthing Center is right for us? How can I find a good Doula or Midwife? Which Birth Prep and Breastfeeding Class should we go to? What if I need a Lactation Consultant? Are there any Mom or Playdate Groups in my area? The questions seem endless...
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Birgit Sund on September 11, 2016