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Welcome, my name is Ashley! I am a Canadian actress, best known for my roles in Life with Derek, Suits, Criminal Minds or The Good Witch Series. Here you will find a more personal look into my life: from my day to day activities and travels to what it’s like to be on set and, now: what it’s like to be a first-time mom!

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Pampers Splashers - Ashley Leggat
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Pampers Splashers

June 27, 2018

With the great weather finally upon us, Liv and I have been spending our day’s poolside or running through sprinklers. I was sick of the old styled swim diapers that sag, cut skin, swell, and leak. Finally, I switched to Pampers Splashers, which are the perfect diaper to carry in your diaper bag or to the beach.

The first difference is that Pampers Splashers have a 360 stretchy waistband that is easy to pull on and off. They are actually the world’s first and only swim pants with this design! The benefit of dynamic elastics that follow body movements better, reducing friction on skin, a smoother surface to prevent elastic cutting on skin, and allowing baby to move freely underwater .

My favourite part about my Pampers Splashers are that they don’t swell in water!!!! I HATED other brands that would swell. It always looked so uncomfortable for Livi, and there is no way they were keeping anything in the diaper. Pampers Splashers have dual leak guard barriers that fit snug around the legs to help prevent leaks where they happen most. Plus they have easy-tear sides designed to help make removal easy, which is a dream (and a necessity) when you have a wet baby who is screaming to get back in the pool!!

Lastly, Pampers has used super soft materials for a comfortable fit. The designs are adorable and fun, inspired by the nautical kids swimwear trend. With playful colours, quirky characters, and swimwear details, these diapers truly look like swimwear. It is definitely a step forward by modernizing the usual old swim diapers you see.

I’ve gotten lots of compliments at the splash pad at how much ‘cooler’ Livi’s swim diaper looks… Mom win 🙂

Ash
xx

I’ve been using Pampers since day one and only partner with brands I truly love, prior to being contacted. The opinions on this blog are my own.

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Pampers Pure

June 20, 2018

I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT THIS!!!

I love that Pampers continues to develop collections that suit every type of parent. The new Pampers Pure Protection Diapers and Wipes collection are for the moms who love a diaper and wipe with thoughtfully selected materials, but haven’t been able to find any on the market that deliver the protection they need using products with which they are comfortable with.

Pampers has just introduced their new diaper and wipe collection that offers plant-based, dermatologically tested, and other thoughtfully selected materials.

Pampers Pure Diapers are:

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Made without chlorine bleaching
  • Fragrance free
  • Paraben free
  • Latex free
  • And free from the 26 allergens identified by the European Union

Pampers Pure Wipes are:

  • 99% water
  • Plant based ingredients
  • Fragrance free
  • Paraben free
  • Dye & Alcohol free
  • Cotton enhanced
  • Dermatologically tested

I have tried other natural diapers, and Pampers Pure Collection is by far the best. I would absolutely recommend this collection to parents who prefer a sensitive diaper that contains no lotion and fragrance.

It is so important to be conscientious of what products we are putting on our baby, especially something as important as a diaper and wipes which baby will live in 24/7 for almost two years. This new diaper and wipe collection offers parents premium cotton and other thoughtfully selected materials, stylish prints and Pampers trusted protection.

Enjoy the new collection!!

Ash

xx

I’ve been using Pampers since day one and only partner with brands I truly love, prior to being contacted. The opinions on this blog are my own

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Why I love Pampers

June 14, 2018

So I know you hear me talk about diapers a lot, but honestly, being a mom means that diapers become a huge staple in your life.  Trust me on this, with a bad diaper, your day can be totally ruined.

Last week I was at an event with a bunch of kids and Livi and I were there for about three hours. I changed her before we left the house and generally don’t worry about her diaper again until we are home, or she poops. As we were gathering up the kids to take them home, I noticed friends sons diaper was literally the size of a balloon… I asked if he had pooped and she said no, but that this brand of diapers (not Pampers) always looked like that after a couple of hours. I couldn’t believe it. Livi’s has NEVER looked like that, and I’m thankful that Pampers is so absorbent. I can’t imagine how uncomfortable the poor little guy must have been!

Secondly, the smell. Ok this is probably going to sound weird to you, but the smell of Pampers diapers brings me back to my childhood. I used to make my mom buy me newborn Pampers diapers so I could put them on my dolls. The second I opened my first pack for Livi, the nostalgia of my childhood immediately rushed in and it was such a surreal moment to remember changing my dolls, as I was about to change my real baby. It was likely the hormones, but it brought tears to my eyes.

Thirdly, I love that I get to collect points and cash them in for goodies with the Pampers Rewards Program. I appreciate a company that gives back, and it makes me feel better to know that I’m earning rewards for something that I have to buy weekly. Plus, I feel super cool every time I scan a barcode.

Lastly, it makes life a breeze when I can directly auto ship my Pampers products from Amazon with their Subscribe & Save program. There is nothing worse than forgetting to get diapers and realizing you have none left after your baby has a blowout. With auto ship, they are delivered right to my door every month and that makes this momma a very happy camper.

It’s funny, as I sit here writing this, if you had asked me two years ago if I would truly LOVE a diaper, I would think you were crazy… haha how times have changed!!

Ash
Xx

 

I’ve been using Pampers since day one and only partner with brands I truly love, prior to being contacted. The opinions on this blog are my own

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Happy Mother’s Day

May 13, 2018

I’ve always loved Mother’s Day because I’m obsessed with my mom and any day that is all about her makes me the happiest. I spent 30 years saying “Happy Mother’s Day” to all of the moms I know, until one day something magical happened. My first Mother’s Day.

It was the greatest feeling to have someone wish me a Happy Mother’s Day. Even though my little bundle of joy (who was 3 months at the time) couldn’t say it, the words didn’t need to be spoken. The image of my sweet little Olivia peacefully sleeping in my arms was the best gift anyone could have ever given me, and I will cherish that memory forever.

Now I’m an old vet at Mother’s Day. It’s officially my second one and it’s gotten a lot more exciting. Olivia is walking all over the place and greets me daily with “mama!” “dog” and lots of yelling in what appears to be a different language. I don’t know what she’s saying, but the sound of her sweet little voice happily yelling while she knocks everything around the house down, will be the greatest second Mother’s Day gift I could ever ask for.

Now that I am a mom, I realize it isn’t about the breakfast in bed (although that’s nice), or the gift card to mom’s favourite restaurant. I will spend my Mother’s Day simply sitting back and taking in the gift of getting to be my little princess’ momma.

Motherhood is loud, exhausting, wild, fun, hard, joyful and life changing. It isn’t for the faint of heart, and it’s truly a blessing if you are fortunate enough to get to have a baby. I am so thankful to spend my days and nights nurturing and protecting Olivia, and Mother’s Day reminds me just how lucky I am.

So here’s the biggest and loudest HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to those who have given every part of themselves to another little being. It’s the most rewarding job in the world and you are all superheroes!

Pampers and I would love to hear your story! Tell us about a Mother’s Day (your 1st or 12th) that stands out. What made that day special? Help us celebrate all the moms…. the pregnant ones, the first-timers, the veterans, etc! Can’t wait to hear your stories!

Ash
Xx

I’ve been using Pampers since day one and only partner with brands I truly love, prior to being contacted. The opinions on this blog are my own.

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Baby Registry Do’s and Dont’s

April 14, 2018

Creating a registry for your new bundle of joy seems like it should be super easy and fun right?? It wasn’t for me… I made some crucial mistakes when picking my registry, so here is what I have learned.

As I sit here looking at boxes of things I thought I absolutely NEEDED to have (which I have never used), I feel super guilty that I didn’t do a little more research on what the essentials actually are when having a baby.

After reading a recent Pamper survey to see if I’m the only mom who made this mistake, I found that more than half of moms said that diapering items including diapers, wipes and changing pads were the registry gifts they used the most often. Yet more than 1 in 3 (35%) of moms who included diapers on their baby registry felt guilty about registering for them! (I’m not alone) SO I am making this post to help you out so you don’t become a part of the statistic 🙂

MORE EVERYDAY ITEMS 

This is a big one. You don’t need that expensive bottle sanitizer or a high tech wipe warmer. Seriously, you won’t use them. Stick to the basics. My biggest regret was not asking for diapers. I had NO idea how many diapers a baby goes through, and if I had put them on my registry (in different sizes to grow with her) I would have saved myself a lot of money.

HINT – there is actually no such thing as too many diapers. 9  in 10 moms wish they had included more diapers in their registry.

WRITE IT ALL DOWN

My sister-in-law is truly the most organized person I have ever met, and she has a great tip to keep all of your new goodies organized. Write down on the back of the card what the person got for you. This is a LIFESAVER when writing your Thank You notes!

PLAN AHEAD

Don’t go into the store or online without a plan. If you do, you are likely to go scan crazy and end up with gifts that you didn’t actually want or need. 56% of moms who created a registry felt it was more overwhelming than expected, so make some lists beforehand. Pampers & Babies R Us have a great resource to help organize your registry. I wish I had known about this when I was making mine! https://www.pampers.ca/en-ca/pregnancy/baby-shower/article/digital-baby-registry

BORROW FROM FRIENDS 

Before you go out and buy a new highchair or bassinet, ask your friends or family who have children if you can borrow theirs. As long as the item is in good condition, you can save some spots on your registry for more every day necessities like diapers, wipes, or a change pad.

RELAX

It is super daunting preparing for a tiny human that you are responsible for keeping safe and alive. I promise you though, the only thing that baby needs is a full tummy, a dry bum, a warm and cozy house, and all of your love. Everything else is just a bonus <3

Good luck and enjoy making your registry with all of your new found tips 😉

Ash
xx

I’ve been using Pampers since day one and only partner with brands I truly love, prior to being contacted. The opinions on this blog are my own.

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