The Bumbo is has become quite popular over the last several years, as it is invaluable.  It is extremely useful and can serve many purposes for the new baby.  Of course, you cannot use it until once the baby can keep its head up; however, it comes in handy until the baby figures out how to wedge their self out. 

I personally used the Bumbo a lot for feeding my babies rice cereal or baby food before they were big enough to sit upright in a high chair on their own. It can however also be used as a play seat. It comes with a tray, which easily attaches to the seat, so you can sit your baby inside with toys or teethers in order to keep them busy for a little while. 

This seat is also a great way to get the baby used to sitting upright and preparing their muscles for such a task.  Most people who use the Bumbo agree that it has helped their babies to master sitting on their own and come to enjoy being upright as young infants.

It is always fun and exciting when a friend or family member has a new baby.  It is even more exciting to get to meet the sweet, little bundle of joy.  When you go to the home of the new parents, it is politically correct to bring a small gift with you.  Some people wonder, "what should I bring?", "what do they need?".  I am here to give you that answer, as well as other helpful suggestions. 

So, you have been invited to a baby shower, but do you always have to buy gifts off of the registry?  Of course not.  For example, if you see cute clothes or sheets that you think the mother-to-be would love, or you simply like them so much that you have to buy them, then of course you can buy them.  Some people; however, do not know what the proper etiquette is when it comes to certain items.  As a mother, I do think it is quite rude to stray from the registry when it comes to larger items.  If someone puts a particular travel system or a particular swing, etc., then that is the one you should purchase.  The new mom and dad-to-be most likely put hours into picking out exactly what they wanted for their new baby; therefore, you should respect their decisions.