Mark's Picks: Top Ten Father's Day Gifts

People often ask what my husband prefers. So, just in time for Father's Day Mark (aka 'Mr IBB') decided to jot down those top picks. Without further delay, the 'Daddy Gift Guide' (as he so named it). 

1. Tula Carrier
Super comfy. Even for the toughest of tough guys. It's comfy for you and your little one.

2. Lifefactory Bottles
Because you build up quite a thirst stuffing those Pocket diapers and carrying those little ones.

3. Gen-Y GO Bags
With so many prints to choose from, it's easy to match your shoes and other manly accessories. 
 
4. CJ's BUTTer in Monkey Farts
Intriguingly delicious.

5. Kido Airplane and Car
Because you, er, your children, need sturdy toys to play with.

6. Aden & Anais Swaddles
Soft blankets are not just reserved for children.

7. GroVia Mighty Bubbles
Your life is hard enough. This makes stripping easy.

8. Planet Wise Food Bags
Because M&M's melt in your mouth and not in your hand. No one ever mentioned your pocket.

9. Diaper Sprayer
Easy to hook up, no trip to the hardware store and you still come out a hero.

10. Episencial Bubble Bath 
For when your kids go to bed.

Tiny Tush Love

Of course a store called 'Itsy Bitsy Bums' should love something called 'Tiny Tush.' I mean, they are practically the same thing (diagrams help, right?): 

Itsy Bitsy = Tiny

Bums = Tush

And anyways, aren't most cloth diapering items/accessories/stores/fan clubs/cult followings' names all just euphemisms for adorable teeny gluteus maximuses (or should that be maximi? hmmm)?

I digress. 

I was excited to see an article about Tiny Tush's founder Charlene Foster and wanted to share it with you all. I have been nothing but impressed with Charlene's products, and cannot wait to see where her business goes. Being a fellow Cheese-head, I also feel the home state pride for her! 

I've known about the Tiny Tush brand for quite a while. In fact, Tiny Tush's liners were one of our very first cloth diapering purchases. However, I'm quite surprised there isn't more fanfare for the Tiny Tush Elite One Size Pocket Diaper. I am so impressed with this diaper! 

So customizable - two microfiber inserts, four rise settings, aplix closures. 

And

Well designed - reverse pocket ensures both that the microfiber inserts are completely covered and, in addition, no nasties get in the pocket when you are spraying it. 

So, if you know someone looking for a one-size pocket diaper with a fantasically tall rise, send them to Tiny Tush. And if you are a fellow Wisconsinite, join me in beaming with pride. 

Items That Make Daddy-hood Easier

My dear readers, welcome to Marky Baby Monday. No, don't adjust your monitor. Just another busy week at the IBB home, which tends land Marky Baby Monday onto Tuesday. Three trial packages currently out to prospective homes, and another few newborn packages just made their way out the door! So giddy over all the new cloth diapered bums! 

And, very large Thirsties and Fishnoodle replenishment orders are due to arrive any minute, along with the much-anticipated business cards (well, much anticipated by me and my proud parents, at least)! At long last, I can justify buying one of those adorable business card holders. Ekkk! 

With that, I leave you to Marky Baby. Happy trails! 

From the Desk of Marky Baby - 

As another week dawns on us here in Diaperland (perhaps the other Happiest Place on Earth?), I am late with Marky Baby Monday once again. Sorry for the delay!

As a father there are a slew of things I have in my trusty super hero utility belt (it's like the male version of a purse, but not a fanny pack). Some are very useful and some are just there for flash (we all need some flash). Below I have listed items that I have found to be most useful during this stage of Daddy-hood. 

1. Diaper Sprayer - Spraying diapers into the toilet sure beats rinsing them outside under the cover of darkness (Editor's note - purely conjecture about the outside spraying, fear not!)
2. Random Stuff on the Changing Table - From rash cream to wipes, the more random the better it distracts Avalee so I can get to the business end of things. Literally.
3. Facial Expressions - There is nothing Avalee likes more than trying to decipher what kind of face I am making at her. She sometimes looks perplexed at the new face, but then ends it with a smile. 
4. The Dog - (Editor's note - hmm, how does one fit a dog in a tool belt?) Avalee and Daisy Dog are quite the dynamic duo. They usually play so well together for me, although I can't say the same about them when I am not around (Editor's note - TRUE that!). But, at least they do greet me at the door most days when I get home from work. Always a welcome sight after a long day!
5. A Remote Control - If all else fails, a remote always sparks new interest. It's one of those forbidden items. Plus, she records the darnedest things. 
6. Madden - How, you ask? Avalee loves all the colors and movement. Why not a cartoon, you ask? Because they kind of bore me. Since Avalee doesn't really understand what's going on anyways, we might as well bond over some football. (Editor's note - Hmmmmm.....Madden vs 'Super Why?' We'll see.)
7. Facebook - Have a question? Need some attention? Maybe some conversation? Post it on Facebook and prepare to be entertained. Also, something I check as I rock Avalee to sleep in her car seat. 

patiently waiting

maybe the trusty super hero utility belt would be handy here? 

(Editor's note - and there's the UPS man! Lots of goodies await in truly the happiest place on earth!)