When I found out that I was pregnant with Balian, I was overjoyed! Long before finding out if we were going to be having a boy or a girl, I knew the theme I wanted for our baby's nursery. I wanted a Noah's Ark or All Creatures Great and Small theme. So, when we moved from our Maryland apartment to our craftsman bungalow in North Carolina, I was excited to actually have more than one bedroom, and excited that Balian would have a nursery, all his own.
I started working toward the Noah's Ark theme for the nursery, but quickly found that it was pretty hard to find very many Noah's Ark themed nursery products, including bedding and decor. I was pretty bummed out. Hubby and I found a bedding set, but I was told 'no,' when I asked if we could buy it, because it was pretty expensive. My mom told me not to worry, and she made a beautiful Noah's Ark quilt that I hung above Balian's crib, and we found some matching (or close to matching) decor items on consignment. Even though we pieced together a beautiful nursery, for some reason, I still wanted a baby bedding set for Balian's room.
Never say never. Not long ago, I was given the opportunity to review a baby bedding set from NoJo. I was really excited, and ready to trade some of the baby pastels for big boy colors. So, I chose to review the Jungle Babies Collection.
Here's what we got! A big, reusable bag filled with adorable bedding and accessories!
Our eight piece comforter set from NoJo included:
Comforter
Dust Ruffle
Printed Crib Sheet
Solid Crib Sheet
Window Valance
Diaper Stacker
Sheet Saver
Keepsake Security Blanket
Window Valance
Dust Ruffle
Diaper Stacker
Printed Crib Sheet
Keepsake Security Blanket
I couldn't wait to get into Balian's room, and start moving a few things around. We never had a dust ruffle, or anything like that for Balian's crib, and I was so excited to receive one, because we have to use the underneath of the crib for a little storage! The crib dust ruffle from NoJo hides the things I don't want everyone else to see!
Clutter is covered by the adorable dust ruffle!
I decided to hang the nursery valance over the crib, where my mom's quilt was previously hanging. The valance was a little too long for the small window in Balian's room, and the hardware was already in place above the crib, so it seemed like the perfect spot! There's now a little too much empty space between the crib and the valance, but I plan on putting a cute 'No more monkeys jumping on the bed' decal right there, to close the gap and tie it all together.
Here's what we got! A big, reusable bag filled with adorable bedding and accessories!
Our eight piece comforter set from NoJo included:
Comforter
Dust Ruffle
Printed Crib Sheet
Solid Crib Sheet
Window Valance
Diaper Stacker
Sheet Saver
Keepsake Security Blanket
Window Valance
Dust Ruffle
Diaper Stacker
Printed Crib Sheet
Keepsake Security Blanket
I couldn't wait to get into Balian's room, and start moving a few things around. We never had a dust ruffle, or anything like that for Balian's crib, and I was so excited to receive one, because we have to use the underneath of the crib for a little storage! The crib dust ruffle from NoJo hides the things I don't want everyone else to see!
Clutter is covered by the adorable dust ruffle!
I decided to hang the nursery valance over the crib, where my mom's quilt was previously hanging. The valance was a little too long for the small window in Balian's room, and the hardware was already in place above the crib, so it seemed like the perfect spot! There's now a little too much empty space between the crib and the valance, but I plan on putting a cute 'No more monkeys jumping on the bed' decal right there, to close the gap and tie it all together.
We used a simple $5.00 curtain rod to hang the valance on the wall.
Here's what the valance looks like hanging above the crib.
I was able to use all of the bedding for Balian's crib. I placed the solid fitted crib sheet over the mattress, and then the printed fitted crib sheet went to cover Balian's special sleepy cushion that his Grammy Leslie made for him (from an egg crate topper). B's sort of spoiled and likes to have extra 'cush.' The sheet saver fit perfectly over the extra crib cushion, and tied right onto the crib. Balian is potty training, so having a sheet saver is a huge help! The security blanket was laid over one of B's decorative crib pillows, and then I draped the comforter over the back of the crib.
All of the bedding is in place- used both of the crib sheets, the comforter, the sheet saver and the keepsake security blanket.
Balian- playing in his super awesome crib with his new NoJo bedding set.
After we got everything situated in B's room, he absolutely could not wait to get into his crib and play. He touched the faces of all of the soft, fuzzy animal characters on his new comforter, and greeted them, one by one. Balian loves his new NoJo bedding set, and so do I. My husband even noticed that Balian's room looked a little different, and asked what I changed.
I am even loving the diaper stacker. I love the cute giraffe on it, too! Right now, I am using it to hold extra diapers and wipes, as well as end of season swim diapers. It's hanging on the back of Balian's bedroom door, so it's in our sight, but out of the way. It's very useful!
All of the infant bedding sets available from NoJo are beautiful, and really help make a new mom and/or dad's life a little easier. There are so many styles and themes of bedding by NoJo, there's something to fit every new baby's room!
Check out some of these wonderful bedding sets...
Ladybug Lullaby
Ahoy, Mate!
Bright Blossoms
It would be great to be able to use this set again whenever we decide that we're ready for baby #2. When that day comes, I'll be ready to get my hands on the coordinating items for this cute and friendly bedding set. Coordinating items include: traditional padded 4pc crib bumper, secure-me mesh crib liner, crib sheet, window valance, musical mobile, 4pc wall hanging set, 2pc wooden wall art, wall border, wall decals, lamp & shade, appliquéd coral fleece blanket, flannel blankets, luxury plush throw blanket, hamper, switch plate, night light, rug, nursery basket with liner, high chair cover, wastebasket, Freddie the Frog, and Milton the Monkey plush.
NoJo makes preparing baby's nursery easy, taking out all of the guess work! NoJo bedding sets and coordinating accessories make wonderful gifts, too! If you're currently expecting, be sure to look for NoJo bedding, and add it to your registry!
I couldn't be more pleased with the adorable Jungle Babies bedding set from NoJo. Everything handles my rough and tumble boy very well, and it's all super easy for me to clean and care for! I love stylish products that make my life easier! NoJo has a special place in my heart, and I can't wait to suggest NoJo to my sister and sis-in-law, when they decide to start their families.
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Head to the NoJo website to browse their adorable, charming baby bedding collections! NoJo also offers some helpful tools, like how to Decorate Your Nursery, and Tips for New Parents. Fans can also connect with NoJo on Facebook, and follow NoJo on Twitter.
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I like the Dreamland Teddy bedding set. http://nojo.com/lb_mm_dreamland_teddy.htm
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ReplyDeleteJungle babies!
ReplyDeleteladybug lullaby debbie jackson,
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The Blossom one is Beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteHeather J
Baby Buccaneer is so cute!
ReplyDeleteI love how Nojo includes all all the coordinating pieces you could want
ReplyDeleteBright Blossoms is absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteDreamland Teddy is my favorite set
ReplyDeleteI like the Farm babies set.
ReplyDeleteSweet Jungle Babies jj250@aol.com
ReplyDeleteNoJo is the best! My son has a set now and it is great quality. jj250@aol.com
ReplyDeleteOh I love the My Little MVP!!! Adorable!
ReplyDeleteOh as for Nojo...I just love their huge variety they have! Such cute designs! And, I LOVE that they have such large matching sets! Its so nice not to have to try to mix and match pieces to get a whole collection! I love that they include all the little extras too!
ReplyDeleteNojo has great tips for new parents and bedding. I totally agree with the don't wait until the very end to decorate, our son was born early and we still have stuff left to do!
ReplyDeleteI find it very comforting that NoJo products have been distributed across the United States for more than 40 years.
ReplyDeleteThey have such a wide variety to chose from. I like that they have been in business for so long and made quality pieces. jj250@aol.com
ReplyDeleteI noticed that NoJo has quite a few tips on their site for baby bedding, safety, decorating and even registry tips.
ReplyDeleteI love that they have seperate collections for infants and toddlers so that you can find a bigger boy set when you are ready for it
ReplyDeleteI love the Sweet Jungle Babies
ReplyDeleteI love how they have many different things for the room in the coordinating print so you can have everything match!
ReplyDeleteOh another great thing about Nojo is that they have a baby registry help on their website! Great for new parents that are doing a baby registry as it has on everything! Very helpful!
ReplyDeleteI think it is great that they also have toddler bedding! jj250@aol.com
ReplyDeletejungle babies
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Butterfly is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteThat's a hard choice, I really like Harmony though!
ReplyDeleteI saw on their website that Nojo bedding is available at Target! I am going to have to look for it next time I go!
ReplyDeletelandfjacobson @ charter.net
i love bright blossom the best. tam.c
ReplyDeleteI love they have so many coordinating pieces the lamps and bins are super cute. tam.c
ReplyDeleteI love all of the extra accessories like the valances, wall hangings, lamps, and hampers that come with these sets. jj250@aol.com
ReplyDeleteMickey Mouse - Zero Gravity bedding
ReplyDeleteThey are also available at local stories like Babies R Us and BuyBabyBuy
ReplyDeleteI also love that Nojo has on their website Tips for Crib Use! So important for new parents!
ReplyDeletelandfjacobson @ charter.net
I learned that NoJo has been around for 40 years! Great quality!
ReplyDeletefave: farm babies
ReplyDeletexo
There bedding is available at stores near me! I love the bright colors & patterns they offer
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this line is on their website and I love it:
ReplyDeleteOf all the events that shape our lives, none captures our hearts like the arrival of a newborn.
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Nojo has been around for more than 40 years!
ReplyDeleteI like that they sell their products in a variety of stores. That is great! jj250@aol.com
ReplyDeleteAnother thing about Nojo that I didnt know is that they carry a Eddie Bauer collection! I love Eddie Bauer and didnt know they carried 3 different choices by Eddie Bauer! So neat!
ReplyDeletelandfjacobson @ charter.net
I like both jungle themed!
ReplyDeleteI love the Blossom one!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite NoJo's bedding is the Jungle Babies! Absolutely love love love it! Sure hope to win so I can surprise my niece with it..she is due to have a little boy in October 2012~!
ReplyDeleteI love the Bright Blossoms!
ReplyDeletejbang0331(at)Yahoo(dot)com
from Nojo website homepage: Our promise is "only the best for baby," which means we wrap quality, style, softness, and comfort into every product we make. LOVE THAT
ReplyDeletexo
Nojo has many licenses brands such as Classic Pooh,
ReplyDeleteSesame Street, Disney Baby, My Little Pony and Baby Looney Tunes
I also love that Jcpennys sells Nojo too!
ReplyDeletelandfjacobson @ charter.net
I like that Babies R Us sells NoJo. I also like the variety of boys, girls, and gender neutral sets. jj250@aol.com
ReplyDeleteI have a discount at JCP...looks like if I don't win I'm going shopping there to buy some NOJO
ReplyDeleteI learned they are based in Louisiana
ReplyDeleteI love the section of parent tips and how to choose a bedding set for your child. jj250@aol.com
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