03.28.08

When my older son was born, my husband and I were obsessed with making sure he had "quality tummy-time".
From his first week of life, he was practicing mini push-ups and strengthening his little arms. By 11 weeks, he completed his first front-to-back roll and we were psyched! Being the safe and diligent first-time parents we were, we rolled up LOTS of blankets and pillows to create a safe perimeter to encapsulate his little rollover routines. Little did we know that something much more beautiful and functional was already available, instead of our makeshift barrier, called the Baby Zabu by Wagamama Baby.
 
The Baby Zabu, created by designer and founder Yuki Mese, is a "modern twist to the Japanese floor cushion" called a Zabuton. The Baby Zabu is a soft, attractive, luxurious play mat for tummy time, naptime, or lounging-with-mama time! Its unique design offers a flat play mat WITH sides, so baby can't roll away. The best aspects of this design are, 1) toys won't roll away and be out of reach of baby, 2) it fits perfectly in any standard pack-and-play/playpen to create a soft bumper, and 3) it folds up quickly and easily for on-the-go playdates or trips to grandma's house!

Not only is Yuki Mese committed to her family and her ingenious design, but also to her community. All Baby Zabus are crafted in sweatshop free environments where workers are always paid a good, fair wage. In addition, only eco-friendly suppliers are used to craft each beautiful product.

So, whether you have a future tumbler on your hands and need a safe play place or you are dying to know what the English translation of "Wagamama Baby" means, check out the Baby Zabus today!

Sayonara!