8 things a new mom must have

PHOENIX - Babies are so tiny, but they seem to need a lot of equipment.

Moms are always looking for new things to make their lives easier.

Lifestyle expert Valery Lodato says the new buzz words for new mommies are: eco, multi-purpose and convenience products!

Here are her favorites in these categories.

CONVENIENCE PRODUCTS -- The items that make it easier to get back to your "new" normal routine once baby arrives:

Girl Trunks are the must-have swim find for Valley mamas! Just because you just had a baby doesn't mean you can't take kid #1 swimming or enjoy a nice day on a boat at one of our many local lakes. Girl Trunks are super functional, great fitting and fast drying subs for bare bathing suits. Just throw on these shorts and sassy tops and you're set for swim!

The Belli Skin Care line: Belli the safest line of skin care products available on the market today for both moms and babies. This luxurious line seamlessly helps women and their babies through all phases of life. The company's number one priority is to use only the safest materials with the smartest innovations. Belli has created three separate lines: the Pregnancy Line, the Motherhood Line and the Baby Line -- all in an effort to keep mom and baby protected before, during and after pregnancy. This extensive line of skin products was designed for people who want to be cautious about not only what they put "into" their body, but also what they put "on" their body.

Taking baby out in public is certainly a stresser for many new moms! They worry about strangers trying to touch their little one, the fierce Valley sun and bugs getting to baby! Introducing an amazing infant baby carrier cover from Berry Goods Baby ! This cover gives a facelift to your old and stained carrier and also features a tinted mesh viewing area in front, to keep bugs away from baby. For mom, cotton flaps cover the handle make it easier to carry!

ECO:
Onto the latest in diaper bags! Dante Beatrix is known for it's darling and super mod totes, now they're eco-chic too! The latest and greatest tote is made with nylon that comes from recycled plastic water bottles and trimmed with a naturally biodegradable canvas. Each bag takes seven 16 oz. bottles out of the environment and into a happy, chic new mom's hands! Special clips on the back fasten to your stroller handle - there's also adjustable shoulder straps, zipped top closure, a handy changing pad and tons of pockets.

Every baby needs a bath -- but this new tub is also good to mother nature! The Spa Baby Eco Tub is made from 100 percent recycled plastic. It's also easy to use with a fill line and directions. Truly the best way to bathe baby is upright, the European way - simply because baby doesn't get a chilled with his/her chest exposed. It's said to be much more relaxing for little ones.

MULTI-PURPOSE:
Swaddle Designs , known for top of the line swaddling blankets has added bath towels to its list of must-have baby products! These hooded towels are made from the finest Turkish terry velour, or of certified organic Turkish terry velour. Great for post-bath time or swim time here in the Valley, you can wrap baby in these cozy, absorbent cotton towels. The Mod circle and Mod square prints coordinate with the darling blankets, burp cloths and bibs!

The Nap Nanny is a portable, mom designed recliner that was brought to the market to improve infant sleep for babies with colic, reflux, gas, colds, ear aches and other special needs. It's also a savvy find for feeding twins, reading books or for babies who don't like to sleep on their backs. With no top end weight limit, the Nap Nanny later transitions into the perfect toddler chair!

Talk about simple storage for summer, Monkey Foot Designs WET BAG is a must-have! The WET BAG is made to store anything that's wet or anything you don't want to get wet!

The lining is non-toxic and anti-microbial. Perfect for tucking away soiled baby onesies or wet swimwear, this large bag holds it all. Plus, it's just as stylish as a little purse and comes in tons of chic designs!

When you're done, just toss your WET BAG into the washer for the next dirty, wet mess!

These products would make any hot Valley mom giggle with delight at her baby shower.