If you're having a baby, you know how expensive baby stuff is. Everybody wants to save a few bucks, so using hand-me-downs or used baby items seems like a great idea. Toys R Us and Babies R Us are encouraging parents to make sure used baby items are still safe for use, and offering an incentive to trade … [Read more...]
Hip Baby Slings
August 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Baby slings are incredibly handy for busy new parents. Carriers let you keep baby close while getting other chores done, and save your weary arms when you're out and about with baby. Looking for a baby sling that has a little more style than most? Here are two slings for moms who aren't into cutesy stuff: Fierce … [Read more...]
Babies and Bugs
August 27, 2009 By 3 Comments
You know how irritating and painful insect bites can be to you, so just imagine how your baby feels when they've been bitten! Bug bites are generally no big deal, but you do need to be aware of how to treat them and what to watch for in case of an allergic reaction in your baby. Prevention: Most … [Read more...]
Celine Dion’s Expanding Family
August 26, 2009 By 1 Comment
First, side note... This morning I was reading a review of the VTech V. Smile Motion Active Learning system over at celebrity-babies: "For kids ages 4-7, the games are lessons in disguise: while my daughter was spending time happily bouncing the joystick from frame to frame, she was counting … [Read more...]
The 411 on Convertible Carseats and Booster Seats
August 25, 2009 By Leave a Comment
We have already discussed infant car seats and now it’s time to dig into the topic of convertible car seats and booster seats. A convertible car seat can be used rear facing for infants under the age of 1 and forward-facing when a child weighs at least 20 pounds and is 1 year old. Some convertible … [Read more...]
Taking Medication While Pregnant: Do’s and Don’ts
August 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Being pregnant is not easy, and being sick and pregnant is downright miserable. Before you were expecting, you probably never gave a second thought to downing some NyQuil when you had a cold or popping a few Tylenol whenever you had a headache. Now, you’re not so sure what medications you can … [Read more...]
Cool Watches for Cool Kids!
August 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
School is upon us, and with the start of a new year comes new schedules and responsibilities for students. Help your kid be punctual with a watch. Not only are they cool for accessorizing, they are also useful for middle school aged children who follow class scheduling, and for the younger kids they … [Read more...]
Be Ready for Anything with a Family First Aid Kit
August 20, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Part of being a parent is being prepared for the worst. When you have a baby, it's even more critical that you are always prepared for an emergency because babies are much more fragile than older children. Keeping a well-stocked first-aid kit, kept within easy reach, is a necessity in every … [Read more...]
Nicole Richie Debuts Her New Line of Maternity Clothing
August 19, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Nicole Richie has joined popular maternity store 'A Pea in the Pod' to create her new fashion collection. Prices range from $48 for tank tops to $148 for maxi dresses. “Pea in the Pod is such a known company for pregnant women. They carry great lines, and so when they asked me to create a line for … [Read more...]
Huge Maternity Dress Sale at The Gap!
August 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Check out these adorable dresses at rock bottom prices! Any of these dresses could carry you into fall, just throw a cardigan on with them and you’re good to go! Gauzy smocked ruffle dress $78 $44.99 "Day or night, dressed up or down -- you're sure to feel amazing in this gauzy gown. A … [Read more...]
