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They say to sleep when the baby sleeps, but sometimes I can’t help but stare at our little love while she dreams. I also have this inner need to be “superwoman” and clean the house/make the food/wash the clothes/do all the things when I get a window.

This goes on for a few days, when it hits you like a ton of bricks: the sleep deprivation of motherhood is real, folks.

True life: On week 2, I was so tired that I mistakenly rubbed butt balm on my boobs before a feeding instead of the similarly packaged nipple butter. All I can say is thank goodness for organic ingredients and the kind lady on the phone from Poison Control!

As Isabella and I get into our groove, I’ve realized my self care needs to be a priority including sleep. After all, you can’t pour from an empty cup and let’s just say for a while I was running on empty.

One of our favorite new routines? Morning nap time after her early feeding! Her in the DockATot Deluxe+ baby lounger and me on the chase lounge next to her. Baby girl is super comfy and stays asleep for hours, and mama gets her beauty sleep too. Win, win! (To be honest, I’m using her nap time today to write this blog post and drink some much-needed coffee. Hey, it’s all about balance, am I right?)

I’ll be real with you, it’s not the cheapest baby gift on the market but here’s why in my opinion, the DockATot is an absolute baby registry must.

The Sleep is Unreal

As I mentioned, the quality of sleep baby gets when in her lounger is like no other! At times when we’ve tried everything else and mama needs a break from holding baby girl, it’s our go-to solution and works like a charm every single time. Little ones love the “womb like” surrounding, helping them feel safe, snug and cozy. Just look at this happy little love bug!

Safety, First!

As a new mom, I’m super protective of my baby girl and her safety comes first. I love that the DockATot is made with specialized OEKO-TEX certified fabrics that don’t radiate heat, is all natural and made with 100% cotton. It’s also tested for breathability, so mama can rest assured little one is in good hands. And while we don’t personally co-sleep, its rounded sides make it a great option for those who wish to do so (when done properly).

It’s Travel Friendly

Unlike a crib or other sleepers, the DockATot is super lightweight, making it your ideal travel companion! It even comes with a convenient travel bag to help hold its shape and make trips as easy as can be. With a wedding coming up in a week, you can bet we’ll be packing this bad boy for peace of mind for us new parents (and my cousin who will be watching baby for our first time away from her)!

Being so portable, it’s also super easy to move from room to room, wherever your little one may need her beauty sleep.

It’s Pretty

Let’s be real, the designs are absolutely gorgeous! I especially love the one we got in “La Vie en Rose,” which is the perfect fit for our little Isabella Rose. Fun fact: We named her after Isabella Beach on Fisher’s Island where my grandparents live and Rose for my husband’s grandmother who passed away. How sweet does she look in her favorite sleeper?

The Possibilities are Endless

While we’ve been using our DockATot mostly for sleep at this time, the possibilities are endless! In fact, it’s a multi-functional lounger, co-sleeper and playtime lounger. When our little babe gets a bit older, I’m excited to have some quality bonding and play time with her while she coos and giggles away in her dock.

We have the DockAToT Deluxe+ recommended for babies 0-8 months, but you can choose to upgrade to the larger DockATot Grand for ages 9-36 months when the time comes!

What about you, what’s your #1 baby registry must-have? What are your top tips on getting little one to sleep? To snag a DockATot of your own, you can use this link for $10 off! 

Disclaimer: I received this product compliments of DockATot, but as always all opinions are my own and I would never recommend a product I didn’t personally love!