New Unique Diaper Cakes: Great Babyshower Centerpieces

I just added a few new choices of bare diaper cakes to the site. These inexpensive diaper cakes make a unique centerpiece for a baby shower and a great new baby gift. They are elegantly wrapped with your choice of ribbon - choose from 4 different satin colors or trendy polka dot ribbon.

These diaper cakes look adorable just the way they are, but you can easily add your own baby items to them to make them an extraordinary baby gift! And don't forget, all of the diaper cakes on the site ship ground for free.

Bathing Your Newborn Baby: 7 Tips for the New Mommy

Bathing a newborn baby can be very intimidating! I remember the first time I gave Alexander a bath I was so afraid he was going to slide right out of my hands. It's hard enough bathing a newborn because they are so tiny and can't support themselves, but they are so slippery when wet!

I thought I would put together a list of seven helpful tips for all you new mommy's to help ease your nerves when bathing your infant. It's important to make bath time a joyful and comfortable experience for baby and you. The last thing you want is a baby that is afraid of taking a bath.

Keep in mind that newborns do not need to be bathed every day. Their skin is very sensitive and can become easily irritated. It is totally your preference, but every 3 or so days is sufficient until your baby is actually crawling around and getting messy. In between baths you can wipe baby's face, neck and genital area with a clean cloth.

1. Use a bath tub made especially for infants. This is probably one of the most important baby products to have, preferably one that fits in your kitchen sink. This makes it easier on your back! Or check out these unique TummyTubs, a European style baby bath tub.


2. Get your supplies ready before beginning to bathe your baby. Make sure to have a soft hooded towel, a couple of wash cloths, baby wash and shampoo set up next to your tub. Open the baby wash so you don't have to be fumbling with a cap while the baby is in the tub. Also, I like to have the towel laid open on the counter so that I can just wrap the baby up when finished bathing.


3. Get the tub ready. Place the tub in the sink and fill with warm water. Make sure to check the temperature of the water before placing baby in the tub. You can use the wrist test - place your wrist under the running water and it should feel warm, not hot, on your skin. The best way to check though is to use a bath thermometer. There are some really cute thermometers that can be placed in the water and they will either change color to let you know the temperature is safe or they have an instant read thermometer on them.


4. Undress your baby and gently lower the baby into the tub making sure to support his /her head and spine with your arm while using your other hand to gently pour water over the baby's body. Once the baby is in the tub I like to wet a wash cloth, burp cloth, or cloth diaper and place it over the baby's body while bathing. This helps to keep him / her from getting cold. And if it's a boy it keeps you from getting a special shower! Just keep wetting the cloth with the warm water so it doesn't get cold. Make sure to continue to support your baby while bathing.


5. Use only a small amount of gentle baby wash. Remember, a baby's skin is very sensitive and using too much soap or a harsh soap can irritate the skin. Try using natural organic baby skin care products. The same goes for shampoo, you only need a drop. Most baby washes can also be used on the hair. Use the wash cloth to rinse the soap from baby's body and hair. Rather then pouring water on baby's head to remove the soap, which can startle the baby and cause soap to get in his / her eyes, use the wash cloth directly on the head and gently squeeze water out of the cloth while wiping toward the back and sides of the head.


6. Once your baby is squeaky clean, slide your arm under baby making sure to support the head and spine, and gently place the baby on the hooded towel you have prepared. Wrap baby up quickly so he /she doesn't get cold.


7. Gently dry baby with the towel. Use a soothing baby lotion all over baby's skin. Again, only use a small amount and try to use natural skin care products that will not irritate baby's sensitive skin. Now dress baby in some comfy, cute baby clothes.

That's all there is to giving your infant a bath. As he / she grows and becomes stronger it will get easier and be more fun for the both of you.

Winnie the Pooh Diaper Cake Giveaway Winner!

Our Winnie the Pooh diaper cake giveaway ended last night & we have a winner! I just wanted to thank everyone that participated. I loved hearing all of your great comments and hearing which diaper cake was your favorite.

The winner of this gorgeous 4 tier diaper cake is Sarah Coulsey. Congratulations Sarah. Please send your shipping info to me at maria-at-alexandersplayroom-dotcom.

I enjoyed this giveaway so much that I'm considering doing one on a regular basis. It probably won't always be as big as a diaper cake but I'll make sure it's something cute! So check back often for a chance to win some cute baby stuff!

Unique Baby Gifts for the Holidays

Looking for a unique baby gift for that new little person in your life? Check out these baby gifts that are sure to delight the baby as well as the new parents!


Those little feet don't need shoes yet but these adorable baby socks that look like shoes will be the perfect fit. The frilly Mary Jane styles are too cute to pass up! For boys the All Star Athletics is designed to look like little laced up sneakers. My favorite, the Pink Gym Shoe Socks for girls.



These soft cuddly baby blankets will make the perfect holiday gift. The Cuddle Me baby blanket from Mullins Square is so luxuriously soft I want to use it myself!






They come in pink, blue, or yellow and have cute appliqued designs of a teddy bear, heart, or duck. You can also get the matching hooded baby bath towel.

This Nursery Rhyme embroidered baby quilt comes in an adorable "lullaby luggage" case and will be a keepsake for years to come. The blanket is embroidered with classic nursery rhymes in pastel colors.



Baby developmental toys are stimulating and make a fun gift.



One of my favorites, Learning Shoes on Little Feet is an entertaining and colorful baby toy that teaches baby six dressing skills.

Baby bath tub toys make a great gift and make bath time enjoyable.




Julia Needs a Bath and Wayne Needs a Bath help baby learn about getting clean.



Don't miss a chance to enter our Winnie the Pooh diaper cake giveaway. There's only five days left.

Happy holiday shopping!

Baby's First Christmas: Holiday Baby Gifts

The Christmas season is approaching quickly. Wondering what kind of gift to get for baby's first Christmas? Check out these adorable gift sets, gift baskets, and holiday diaper cakes.



If you are planning a baby shower these Christmas and winter themed diaper cakes will make a great gift or baby shower center piece.

The reindeer diaper cake is decorated with candy cane striped ribbon and has an adorable reindeer sitting on top.

The Merry Christmas diaper cake is decorated with plaid ribbon and features Baby Gunds Snuggles on top.



How about a Christmas gift that has something for baby as well their big sister or brother? The Lil' Gingerbread man baby & sibling gift set features a cute bodysuit for baby, a Gund Christmas tree puzzle for the older sibling, and a Ty Red Dog for them to share.



For an unforgettable baby keepsake this My First Christmas ornament is the perfect gift. It includes an adorable baby onesie and the stand to hang the ornament.



With all these great choices it's easy to find the perfect holiday gift for baby's first Christmas! Happy holiday shopping.

Don't forget to enter our Winnie the Pooh free diapercake giveaway.

A Unique Homemade Baby Gift

If you want to give a homemade baby gift that is unique as well as useful, then checkout Kaboose. This site has all kind of interesting information on parenting, food, & my favorite - crafts.




I found this adorable baby bottle cozy that is simple to make and doesn't need a lot of supplies. What I like best about it is that it gives the baby something stimulating to focus on while eating.

You can decorate the bottle with tons of different items. This is truly a unique baby shower gift that the expecting mommy will love.

Take a minute to check out this great site to find tons of interesting and helpful information.

Don't forget to enter our free Winnie the Pooh diaper cake giveaway.

Free Winnie the Pooh Diaper Cake Giveaway Contest!

We are finally ready to celebrate the makeover of our website! After weeks of hard work, it is finally done. To celebrate we are having a contest to give away this gorgeous Winnie the Pooh Diaper Cake!


This custom diaper cake is 4 tiers high and is decorated with a plush Winnie the Pooh blanket, security blanket, Burt's Bee's baby skin care products, & more! It's decorated with neutral colors so will make a great gift for either a baby boy or girl, as well a beautiful baby shower center piece.

The contest starts at 12:00 a.m. (Eastern Standard Time) on December 1, 2009 and ends at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) on December 15, 2009. You can have your name entered multiple times depending on how many different places you promote our giveaway or our website.

Here's how to enter this great giveaway:

1.Visit our site's diaper cakes page to take a look at our exquisite designs. Then come back here & post a comment telling us which one you like best. Your name will be entered into the drawing for our giveaway.

2. Promote the Winnie the Pooh diaper cake giveaway on your website or blog with a link to "Baby Shower Diaper Cakes"
(a href="http://www.alexandersplayroom.com/all-baby-diaper-cakes.html"). Then add a comment on this post with a link to the promotion.

3. Promote the Winnie the Pooh diaper cake giveaway on your Myspace page, Facebook page, or Twitter with a link to this post. Then add a comment on this post with a link to your page. Your name will be entered for each mention of the contest.

4. Promote the giveaway on Stumble Upon or Digg with a link to this post. Then add a comment on this post with your Stumble or Digg name and / or URL.

Make sure to leave us a link in your comment to where you promoted our Winnie the Pooh diaper cake giveaway and / or website. You will only be entered if we can verify the post. You will be entered for each promotion of our contest. So if you visit our site & post a comment here for your favorite diaper cake, plus promote it on Myspace & Facebook you will be entered three times.

This contest is opened to United States entrants only. We will be announcing the winner on December 16, 2009 on our blog & Twitter. Good luck!