With 2012 coming to an end, I find myself looking back at all my blogs this year and feeling overwhelmed with all the helpful products I’ve learned about this year -- from the PsiBands and the Colic Cradler, to the Intone and the Dreemie Preemie,  2012 has been quite the year for new and practical baby/childcare products! But looking back, I feel as if there were a couple must-have products that are truly special but I haven’t given the scoop on them – how rude of me!

As a working mom, you spend many hours, (ah hem) minutes of your work-week chatting around the office water cooler, discussing the must-have products and service that busy work moms need to make their lives easier.  Most recently, the hottest topic-of-discussion at the office is our Superhero dads, who’ve taken their fatherhood commitment by storm! One of my fellow co-workers clued us in on an awesome new product called the DadPack, that we thought was perfect accessory for our Superhero dads. 

The DadPack was created by Kristi Gorinas a Huggies MomInspired grant recipient. These upscale diaper bags are lightweight with a rugged look that has the same EZ-wipe system as other basic diaper bags -- which we all have to admit, is totally cute on our much loved dads! Not only is the DadPack beautifully designed, you can buy it at an affordable price -- which makes all working moms (and dads) happy!

My last and final favorite product of the year has to be the MyBirthClass DVDs. No it’s not what you’re thinking, I am not expecting, I repeat I…AM… NOT…EXPECTING…  But, one of my very best friends is and I’m so delighted about this exciting news! So when I heard about MyBirthClass DVDs, created by Becky Rasmussen, I couldn’t think of a more perfect gift to give to my favorite new parents-to-be. The DVDs bring pregnancy education directly to their door and allows them to prepare for childbirth on their time. Not to mention, the DVDs are a lot less expensive than any other traditional childbirth class I looked into when I pregnant.

Although the year is coming to an end, the chance to learn about new and exciting products is never at a standstill for working moms. Luckily, the 2012 Huggies Grant Recipients were announced this month, so I have brand new list of great products to share with my fellow work moms!

Now in its third year, Huggies MomInspired is a grant program that awards mom entrepreneurs with funding and resources for their own unique baby or child care idea. I’ve listed all the new products, just in case you want a sneak peek at all the exciting products.

Don’t forget to visit HuggiesMomInspired.com for more information about the grant recipients and the program.

Quick snapshot of the 2012 Huggies MomInspired Grant Recipients and their Products:

• Aqueduck: Created by Susanna Lee, the Aqueduck extends the water in the sink and bathtub so that it is more accessible to children.
• Assessables: Created by Jonelle Krier, this newborn bodysuit allows for air drying of the umbilical cord, while keeping body covered for optimal thermoregulation.
• Babee Covee: Created by Alma Moussa and Romeda Arsanjani, this 6-in-1 luxury baby blanket saves space, time, and money and is perfect for germ-conscious parents and caretakers.
• Hold-On Handles: Created by Robyn Spritzer and Susanne Budofsky, this walking rope can be worn comfortably by mom and child. It is a fun and stylish tool to help moms teach young children to stay within arm’s reach.
• Hulabye Happy Changer: Created by Erin Kelly, this soft fabric vest secures to any contoured changing pad and gently prevents baby from rolling or scooting during diaper changes.
• Lil’ Hot Heads: Created by Traci Petty, this cooling headband comes in several different soft washable fabric choices meant for relieving fevers, headaches, sore muscles, etc.
• Padalily: Created by Lily Winnail, this plush and stylish reversible cushion wraps around infant car seat handle making seat handle more comfortable and easy to carry.
• SnuggWugg: Created by Lisa Cash-Hanson, this plush fabric covered shaped pillow holds baby snugly in place using a soft elasticized fit and forms a clean and safe barrier between dirty diapers and baby hands.
• Tuckaroo: Created by Kerry Mazzacano, this unique and innovative bib features an inner flap that tucks inside baby’s shirt, completely encasing the collar, protecting from stains and wetness.
• Undercover Tape: Created by Michelle Isrow and Michele Naftal, this hypo-allergenic, latex free, colorful adhesive fabric tape covers tags, labels, sequins and irritating seams.
• Wall Bumpi: Created by Natalia Ortiz, this bed rail bumper provides a cozier, safer sleeping solution for parents who are transitioning their child into a toddler, or adult bed from a crib.