The Perfect Time to be a Parent

If you're a parent of young children, especially a baby, you're probably aware of how good we've got it. And if you're not, then keep checking this blog for examples as proof. We are parenting in an age when manufacturers are really showing an interest in making new products for babies and their parents. We've got access to so much stuff our parents and our grandparents never had - things that make life with baby easier. Things that our elders say aren't necessary. We know they're not necessary. We know we can succeed as parents without most of the stuff we buy, but why not? If it makes things easier... why not use it? The whole point of this blog is give a little shout out to those handy little products that make us as parents say, "Boy, I'm sure glad I have that."

So for my first product shout out, I figured I'd focus on the baby product that I've used more than any other. I don't think a day has gone by since my son was born over 7 months ago that we haven't use our Avent Express Steam Sterilizer. This thing is wonderful! Plop your bottles and nipples into this handy little thing, add 7 ounces of water and stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes and what you get back is the peace of mind that those bottles are truly clean. I soak mine in soapy water first too, but it's still much more efficient than running the dishwasher. You can also toss in your Avent breast pump parts, and I toss pacifiers in too. My husband and I love this product and would recommend it to anyone using Avent bottles.