Babies

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  Babies Online - The Blog

• Adriana Lima Welcomes Daughter

  Victoria's Secret model Adriana Lima has given birth to a baby girl, her first with NBA star Marco Jaric of the Memphis Grizzlies. They have christened their daughter with the name Valentina Lima Jaric. A representative for the couple has announced that "Mother, father and baby are all doing ...

• How I Celebrated Universal Children’s Day

  It goes by many different names. The International Day of the Child. The Universal Children's Day. The National Child Day in individual countries. However, it doesn't matter what it's called. November 20 is a special day for children all over the world. When it all started It was almost 55 years ago when ...

• Pacifiers Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

  Grand World Recalls 'Bobby Chupete' Pacifiers WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: 'Bobby Chupete' Pacifiers Units: About 641,000 Importer: Grand World...

• Premature Birth is on the Rise

  November 18 is Prematurity Awareness Day. I am one of those moms who had firsthand experience with prematurity. My twin boys were born 5 weeks early 6 years ago. Even though they’ve grown to be healthy boys, we had to struggle with low birth weight and health problems during the first ...

• Parenting Tips for First Time Dads

  After months of waiting, the time has come and gone. For a little under a year you've rubbed feet, and lower back. You've braved various "birthing" classes and read as many books as your time allowed. You've been given tips from other fathers, whether solicited, or not. The moment you ...

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  Google News: Babies

• Families celebrate special birthday - WEAU-TV 13

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:47 pm

  FOX 9 NewsFamilies celebrate special birthdayWEAU-TV 13Five families are celebrating the same special birthday for their year-old babies. The same doctor delivered all of them in about three-and-a-half hours. 5 Babies in 4 Hours Turn 1FOX 9 Newsall 2 news articles »

• Robert Pattinson Talks House Hunting, Nudity And Babies On 'Ellen' - MTV.com

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:38 pm

  Telegraph.co.ukRobert Pattinson Talks House Hunting, Nudity And Babies On 'Ellen'MTV.comAmong Rob's craziest fan encounters was when someone brought a baby to the "Twilight" set and passed him around to have photos taken with the cast. Robert Pattinson Jokes About Biting Fans On 'Letterman'MTV.comall 4,934 news articles »

• Hugh Grant Has Babies On The Brain - YourTango

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:40 pm

  YourTangoHugh Grant Has Babies On The BrainYourTangoShe had a baby with Steve Bing after a year of non-exclusive dating and married Arun Nayar after 4 years (and change) of dating. and more »

• Entelligence: Chrome OS, babies, and bathwater - Pricemo.com (blog)

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:26 pm

  Globe and MailEntelligence: Chrome OS, babies, and bathwaterPricemo.com (blog)Entelligence is a column by technology strategist and author Michael Gartenberg, a man whose desire for a delicious cup of coffee and a quality New York Chrome OS, or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the CloudSwitched (blog)all 1,067 news articles »

• Program seeks to cut shaken baby syndrome deaths - Radio Iowa

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:20 pm

  Program seeks to cut shaken baby syndrome deathsRadio IowaState officials announced a new program today aimed at preventing shaken baby syndrome. Prevent Child Abuse Iowa 'Crying happens,' new child abuse prevention effort teachesDesMoinesRegister.comall 5 news articles »

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  About.com Babies & Toddlers

• Holiday Shopping Deals and Free Shipping for Online Shoppers

  14 Nov 2009 | 1:59 pm

  mysza / FlickrToday as I left Costco, I was handed a booklet of coupons letting me know about all the sales going on over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. I didn't really need this information, though, since I've been keeping up with all the rumors (and truths) online. I love going to Fat Wallet to see their long lists of Black Friday deals. It's easy to find out whether something I'm thinking about buying is going to be on sale that day (and it saved me from some mishaps today). I also love the Black Friday coverage on the Productopia Blog (an About.com service, by the way) because while…

• Fingertip Amputations Prompt Recall of Maclaren Strollers

  11 Nov 2009 | 7:18 am

  Maclaren QuestPhoto © CPSCNo matter how ridiculous you think the recent Baby Einstein DVD return program is, and unlike the debate over whether or not to continue using the recalled Little Tikes Workshop nails, what we've got here is a much more serious situation. I'm talking about over a million strollers that are affected with reported injuries. Yes, 12 actual fingertips were sliced off after getting caught in the hinge mechanism during opening or closing, so please don't ignore this recall. Stop using your stroller and get the repair kit from Maclaren if you have one of these sold in…

• Celebrate National Peanut Butter Lover's Month in November

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:31 pm

  Yum! Peanut ButterJason Tromm / Flickr That's right. November is the time to celebrate that ooey-gooey, stick-to-the-roof-of-your-mouth treat -- peanut butter. There are a lot of reasons to love peanut butter. It's a great source of protein. It's a natural part of a vegetarian or vegan diet. It's got no cholesterol. It's very low in trans fat and the natural/organic types have no transfat at all. It's also packed with magnesium, folate and niacin. So what's not to love? Well, for one thing, if you've got a history of allergies in the family, you should wait before introducing peanut butter to…

• Post-Halloween Dental Care For Toddlers

  2 Nov 2009 | 5:52 am

  Mark and Allegra / FlickrTrick-or-Treating and Halloween parties are over and now you've probably got an industrial-sized supply of candy. With all that candy around, it's difficult to explain to a toddler why she can only have one or two pieces a day. All your effort will be well worth it, however, when her teeth are healthy and she still has room for nutritious food. Dentistry Guide Shawn Watson has some ways to set limits on your child's candy consumption so you can manage all that sugary goodness to your toddler's delight and still keep her teeth free of decay. For instance, you might be…

• How to Carve a Pumpkin

  27 Oct 2009 | 10:54 am

  Carved Pumpkinsalicia rae / FlickrJust walking around the neighborhood lately has revealed a sad lack of Jack-o'-Lanterns. This struck me as a bit odd since it's so close to Halloween, but then I had to consider that I haven't carved any pumpkins myself in recent years. I found a book from ages ago that came with patterns and pumpkin-carving tools -- dusty and unopened -- in my closet just last week. Oops. It's just another activity I didn't get around to in the hustle and bustle that has become Halloween these days. This year, though, I'm going to do it. There's a church within walking…

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  iParenting Media: Baby

• Holiday Safety Tips - Keep Your Baby Safe This Festive Season

  The holidays are a wondrous time for a baby. The twinkling lights, warm fires, incredible smells wafting from the kitchen, pretty gifts topped with elaborate bows: What baby could resist? But before you enthusiastically dive into the holiday season with plans to start new family traditions and cater to visiting relatives, take some steps to prepare for a safe holiday season...

• Holiday Crafts - Gifts Kids Can Make Themselves

  The holidays will soon be here! Although our hearts are usually bigger than our wallets, it's important to manage our money during the holidays. Children want to participate in the exchanging of the gifts too, but that can be a costly option. Or is it? Below you'll find five great crafts ideas using common materials you have at home...

• Bring Meaning to Your Hanukkah Celebration - Presents vs. Mitzvot (Good Deeds)

  Some time around Thanksgiving weekend (though it seems to get earlier each year) it begins: Store windows are decked out, the media spouts messages of good will and cheer, and it seems as though every speaker in town is blaring holiday songs. It's Christmastime, and while for many that means one of the biggest religious celebrations of the year, non-Christians often find themselves lost in a season where they don't quite know where they fit in...

• A St. Patrick's Day Feast - Discover Corned Beef and Kraut

  St. Patrick's Day is the Irish holiday honoring the missionary Saint Patrick, who is credited with converting the Irish to Christianity around 400 AD. Though this is a very important thing, it is not what most people think of when someone mentions St...

• Halloween with Toddlers - Tips for Celebrating the Holiday with Toddlers

  Halloween can be a fun-filled time of year for children of all ages. However, when the ghouls and goblins abound this October 31, how will you explain Halloween to your toddler? After all, they will see pumpkins and candy mixed with frightful masks and people shouting "Boo!" Parents can be sure the Halloween festivities are lighthearted and full of good memories if they keep them simple and safe...

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  Baby News

• Maclaren USA Recalls to Repair Strollers Following Fingertip Amputations

  Baby News

  9 Nov 2009 | 12:38 pm

  WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Maclaren Strollers Units: About one million Distributor: Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn. Hazard: The stroller’s hinge mechanism poses [...]

• Britax Chaperone Infant Carrier – Adapting to Baby Jogger City Mini Stroller

  Baby News

  23 Oct 2009 | 12:31 pm

  Instructions for installing Britax Chaperone Infant Carrier into Baby Jogger City Mini Stroller using adapter strap Adapter strap S832000 included in Britax Chaperone Infant Carrier box Step 1 Install adapter strap around left and right side tube of stroller. Slide webbing through opening in metal clip and pull tight. Step 2 Install infant carrier into stroller. Slide adapter strap under [...]

• Sunshine Kids Radian SL Takes Center Stage at ABC Show

  Baby News

  16 Sep 2009 | 10:30 am

  RADIAN SL™ TAKES CENTER STAGE AT ABC SHOW Sunshine Kids Unveils New Convertible Car Seat with Un-Paralleled Safety SUMNER, WA – September 11, 2009 – Sunshine Kids, manufacturer and marketer of travel solutions for the children of today’s families, is proud to introduce at ABC Kids Expo 2009, its newest launch – the Radian SL™. Radian SL [...]

• Baby Jogger Recalls Strollers Due to Fall Hazard

  Baby News

  2 Sep 2009 | 2:22 pm

  WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Baby Jogger City Mini Strollers Units: About 41,000 Distributor: Baby Jogger LLC, of Richmond, Va. Hazard: The stroller’s restraint buckle [...]

• Family Shares Extraordinary Story and Lesson in Car Seat Safety

  Baby News

  19 Aug 2009 | 12:51 pm

  This was sent to us by Sandie of Britax: Sometimes something happens that reminds us of how our work helps other people in ways we forget in our day to day responsibilities.  It’s a powerful story about  the extraordinary courage of the Partenfeld family surrounding  a horrific accident that occurred this past Memorial Day.  The video serves [...]

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  Baby Development Blog

• Baby gets the chills

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:07 am

  Why does my baby get the chills all the time. Is it normal? It creeps me out. My first child didn't do this.

• Intellectual Development

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:05 am

  What techniques and methods are used to stimulate brain development? *** Comment by Dalene *** Two pages you can immediately turn to are

• Arms raised and moving hands

  17 Nov 2009 | 9:20 pm

  My grandaughter is 6 months old, just beautiful and is doing everything early. I was wondering about the way her arms are always raised and she

• Stand unsupported

  17 Nov 2009 | 9:17 pm

  My son-in-law tries to let his 4 month old baby stand unsupported. He stands her and just holds her hands(not even firmly) until her legs give way. Is

• Red blotches

  17 Nov 2009 | 8:49 pm

  My son is 8months old gets red blotches around his mouth when drinking. He has been on breastmilk since birth. I am going back to work next week and

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  Google News: Infants

• Mother Charged With Manslaughter In Tulsa Infant's Death - news9.com KWTV

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:35 pm

  Mother Charged With Manslaughter In Tulsa Infant's Deathnews9.com KWTVKrysta Dawson was arrested Friday on second degree manslaughter and two counts of child neglect. The incident occurred in apartment complex in the 5000 Infant's Death Ruled HomicideKOCOTulsa baby's death ruled homicideTulsa WorldChild's Death Classified As HomicideKTULall 9 news articles »

• MORE H1N1 VACCINES RECEIVED: INFANT GIRL IS LATEAST FATALITY - East County Magazine

  20 Nov 2009 | 4:09 pm

  Globe and MailMORE H1N1 VACCINES RECEIVED: INFANT GIRL IS LATEAST FATALITYEast County MagazineOn November 18, a four-,month-old healthy infant girl became the lateast victim to die of H1N1 flu. San Diego County has had 617 hospitalized cases of Clinics running out of vaccine; infant is latest swine flu deathSan Diego Union TribuneInfant Dies of Swine FluNBC San DiegoWill mom's flu shot hurt unborn baby?Nevada AppealThe Reporter -WISC -Daily Pressall 4,061 news articles »

• Nagpur to have infant heart surgery facility - Times of India

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:47 pm

  Nagpur to have infant heart surgery facilityTimes of IndiaNAGPUR: Dr KG Deshpande Memorial Hospital in city, in its silver jubilee year, has started a full-fledged facility for neonatal (0-28 days) and infant (28 and more »

• Baby sitter sentenced to prison in 2008 infant death case - Macon Telegraph

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:14 pm

  Baby sitter sentenced to prison in 2008 infant death caseMacon Telegraph A Dodge County woman was sentenced today to two years in prison and three years on probation in the 2008 death of an infant she was baby-sitting. Dodge Baby-Sitter Sentenced for Killing InfantToday's MGTall 2 news articles »

• Military arrests soldier for refusing to abandon her infant son - Party for Socialism and Liberation

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:59 pm

  Middle East OnlineMilitary arrests soldier for refusing to abandon her infant sonParty for Socialism and LiberationBeing a mother who must care for her infant son. Hutchinson is a single mother of a 10 month-old baby boy. She has refused to deploy to Afghanistan because US Army sends infant to protective services, mom to AfghanistanMiddle East OnlineWoman made right choice in refusing deploymentTCU Daily SkiffArmy: Mom's deployment postponed for nowCoastal Courierall 6 news articles »

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• Explanation for rapid maturation of neurons at birth

  20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am

  So a baby can detect outside signals, the brain cells use a a "pump" that drains chloride out of newborn neurons, making these highly chaotic, developing cells quiet down. Researchers have figured out the genetic control of the pump in rodents.

• Rethinking the antibody-dependent enhancement dengue hemorrhagic fever model

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm

  New research challenges the dogma of the antibody-dependent enhancement model for the development of dengue hemorrhagic fever.

• Intervention can reduce hostile perceptions in children with prenatal alcohol exposure

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm

  Prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) has been linked to significant impairments in social skills. Researchers have found that a social- skills intervention called Children's Friendship Training can lead to a decrease in hostile attributions or perceptions of children with PAE.

• Baby's sleep position is the major factor in 'flat-headedness'

  19 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm

  A baby's sleep position is the best predictor of a misshapen skull condition known as deformational plagiocephaly -- or the development of flat spots on an infant's head -- according to a new article.

• Bone implant offers hope for skull deformities

  18 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

  A synthetic bone matrix offers hope for babies born with craniosynostosis, a condition that causes the plates in the skull to fuse too soon.

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  SFGate: The Poop

• Tonight I'm Gonna Block You ... Lego meets "Spinal Tap"

  20 Nov 2009 | 4:50 pm

  I was searching on YouTube...

• "I'll be screwed if they ever ration ..."

  20 Nov 2009 | 6:32 am

  Upon hearing yesterday about the Eggo...

• Kids and guns ... a father waffles

  19 Nov 2009 | 6:02 am

  When my wife saw the Happy Meal toy...

• A little something to get you in the Christmas spirit ...

  18 Nov 2009 | 11:32 am

  Here's some more local...

• Troll Appreciation Day and salmonella ...

  17 Nov 2009 | 5:02 pm

  Since we picked "salmonella" as the...

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  Babies & Kids Blog

• Cool New Study on Baby Crying

  molly

  9 Nov 2009 | 12:27 pm

  Over the years, there have been tons of studies to learn more about the cries of babies–what do they mean, what do they want, do mothers recognize their own baby’s cries, etc.  A new study reveals an amazing fact about babies–they cry in their native language. For example, German babies have their own cry, French babies cry “in French” and so on. This is so cool! The scientists said that fetuses start to pick up on the melody of ambient language during their third trimester in the womb. They can’t hear all of the phonetic details of their mothers’…

• Balloon Boy is a Fake: A Story of Bad Parenting

  molly

  19 Oct 2009 | 11:26 am

  On Thursday, the entire country turned their attention to the harrowing story of a 6-year-old boy who had crawled into a huge experimental helium balloon and floated miles and miles away in the air. When the balloon finally landed, the situation became even scarier because the little boy wasn’t inside. “The situation grabbed the nation’s attention early Thursday afternoon, after authorities reported that the experimental helium balloon was set adrift with the 6-year-old (named Falcon) apparently riding in it. Heene said the family was in the early stages of working on the…

• Babies Born Today May Live to 100!

  molly

  5 Oct 2009 | 10:15 am

  Here is some encouraging and exciting news! Babies born today will quite possibly live to be 100 on average. Today, more and more people are celebrating their 100th birthdays, but it’s still fairly uncommon. “Most babies born in the United States and Western Europe today are expected to live to 100 if we continue on the same trend of increased life expectancy, according to a study published in the journal Lancet. “Very long lives are not the distant privilege of remote future generations—very long lives are the probable destiny of most people alive now,” wrote the…

• New Study Links Religion and Teenage Pregnancy

  molly

  21 Sep 2009 | 11:30 am

  A controversial new study from Drexel University College of Medicine and the University of Pittsburgh connects teen pregnancy and religion. U.S. states whose residents have more conservative religious beliefs on average tend to have higher rates of teenagers giving birth, a new study suggests. The relationship could be due to the fact that communities with such religious beliefs (a literal interpretation of the Bible, for instance) may frown upon contraception, researchers say. If that same culture isn’t successfully discouraging teen sex, the pregnancy and birth rates rise. Researcher…

• Hospital Sends Wrong Baby Home

  molly

  14 Sep 2009 | 11:26 am

  A hospital in North Dakota sent the wrong baby home with a new mother. When I read this, I was stunned. When I had my daughter, they immediately placed a bracelet with an electronic tracking device on her, and then placed a similar bracelet on me. Whenever they brought her into the room after taking her away for tests, they checked our bracelets to make sure we belonged together. I can’t imagine missing the important bonding time with my newborn because of a mix-up like this. “Officials at Williston’s Mercy Medical Center are investigating how the wrong baby was given to a…

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  Baby Chic 101

• New Favorite Gift

  babychic101

  20 Nov 2009 | 5:21 pm

  I really love the new Billy Fun Wheels toys from Chicco. It's hard to find toys in the 2+ range (most are 3+) so it was nice to find this one. Plus it's a great you. Unlike most remote control cars, this one is motion-controlled. So you steer the car as if you are actually driving it. The actual honking horn and headlights are great too, and the engine sounds like an actual car.

• Jessica & Honor

  babychic101

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:27 pm

  Jessica Alba and her daughter Honor were spotted leaving Nate 'n Al's Deli in Beverly Hills earlier today. Honor wears Baby Gap's Floral Bow Jacket.

• Celebs like Stella

  babychic101

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:25 pm

  Celeb parents are are becoming big fans of Stella McCartney's new line for BabyGap and Gap Kids. Here is Michelle Branch's daughter Owen showing off her Stella leopard intarsia sweater tunic and trench coat. Michelle posts this on her Twitter.

• What Suri bought

  babychic101

  19 Nov 2009 | 12:18 pm

  We now know what Suri and mom Katie Holmes bought at Jacadi a few days ago in Boston. The pair picked up their Robe smockée en woolcoat, Robe pull à manches longues, Pull marin à manches courtes, Jupe plissée en flanelle, and Robe en velours.

• Little Maven model search

  babychic101

  18 Nov 2009 | 6:59 pm

  Tori Spelling is holding a modeling search for her clothing line, Little Maven. She wants all boys and girls who are a size 18 months that live in the LA Area and are available Dec. 2 to enter. Do so by tweeting your child's photos to @torianddean; include #torilittlemaven and your child's name and age.

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  Baby Blog Blog

• Ministar Fur Bootz - Beige

  Aunt T

  2 Nov 2009 | 2:43 pm

  These new Ministar boots come in both a rich chocolate brown and beige.  They are also approved by the American Medical Podiatric Association for babies’ feet. Designed to keep your baby’s feet warm and cozy, these boots will also make her footwear the most attractive in the playgroup! Available in sizes from 0-24 months. No related posts.

• Safe Toys for the Holidays

  Aunt T

  13 Nov 2008 | 11:11 am

  The Consumer Product Safety Commission just released a report with guidelines for choosing the safest toys this holiday season. Here are the top 5 toy hazards: -Scooters and riding toys, especially due to lack of helmets or safety gear. -Small toys and toy parts that can be swallowed by kids under 3. -Balloons: not good for sea life, not good for babies. -Magnets aren’t good for kids under six, because they can be deadly if swallowed. -Battery chargers and adapters require adult supervision to avoid burns. Check out the full report at CPSC before beginning your holiday shopping to…

• Jennifer Aniston Baby Watch Takes a New Turn

  Aunt T

  12 Nov 2008 | 10:01 am

  I guess Jennifer Aniston won’t be buying herself a Peg Perego double stroller anytime soon after all.  Recent photos of a svelte looking Aniston seem to dispel the rumors that she is pregnant with twins, so it looks she won’t be joining the celebrity mom crew right away. But while she isn’t currently shopping for baby bling or taking prenatal yoga, Aniston is definitely planning on having kids in the future, so hopefully we won’t have to wait too long before we can officially extend a Baby Blog Blog congrats to Jen. Related posts:Jennifer Anniston Pregnant with Twins…

• Running Moms

  Aunt T

  11 Nov 2008 | 10:36 am

  I just found some great sites for moms who are looking for a little adult company when they take the jogger stroller out for a spin. Check out these links: See Mommy Run BabyFit Mommy Teams Moms in Motion Marathon Mommies Fitness for Mommies Workout Mommy Go Workout Mom Related posts:Babies Keep Moms Buzzed There’s some new research that indicates that mothers’ get...Stroller Month Reconsidered: Jogger Strollers I had the best intentions when I came up...Power Rangers : Morphin’ Since the 90s For decades, kids have loved the Power Rangers. I... Related posts brought to you…

• More Barbie Versus Bratz Drama

  Aunt T

  11 Nov 2008 | 10:01 am

  Not content simply to put their competitor out of business, Mattel is now seeking to impound and destroy all Bratz products.  Apparently, Barbie does NOT believe that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.  This latest salvo in the war between the Barbie and Bratz camps seems like the official nail in the coffin for the Bratz, who still owe Barbie $100 million. I am curious to see if, in some strange twist of fate, Bratz dolls become high-priced collectibles on eBay or the toy black market as a result of the soon-to-be excuted ban.  I am half tempted to buy one as a potential…

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  Posh*Little Blog

• Sugar And Spice And Everything Chocolate

  19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

  The holidays are starting already here at Posh Little and the gift ideas are sprouting up like mad in our 2009 Holiday Gift Guide. One of the new additions this week was the Candy Cane Bark from a... There could be a GIVE-AWAY going on! Read on to find out...

• You Reuse The Lunch Box. Now What?

  18 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

    A typical lunch box can often house two or more plastic bags each day. Here's a hip little reusable BPA, Lead and Phthalates free pouch that will to cut back a little!  This 7" x 7"... There could be a GIVE-AWAY going on! Read on to find out...

• Win It Wed - Sugar Tree Studio

  17 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

  Sugar Tree Studio is sponsoring this week's Win It Wednesday Contest, "Can you believe it's almost time to mail your Christmas cards? Sugar Tree Studio designs custom Holiday cards, birthday invites,... There could be a GIVE-AWAY going on! Read on to find out...

• Don't Give Strangers A Peek-a-Boo!

  16 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

  Here's a fantastic and clever little accessory that is great especially when your limited on space or taking only what you can carry on the go.  The Peek-a-Boo Clip from Bebé Dulce is a... There could be a GIVE-AWAY going on! Read on to find out...

• Paint, Color, Play And Recycle When Done!

  16 Nov 2009 | 7:30 am

  "Sounds like it's time to give them a cardboard box or a flashlight!" That's the ridiculous but so true advice I'll get from my sister when she calls and the noisy kids make chit chat impossible.... There could be a GIVE-AWAY going on! Read on to find out...

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  WordPress Tag: Infant

• Recent Incidents of Persecution

  Particular Kev

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:35 pm

  Chhattisgarh, India, November 17 (CDN) — Police on Nov. 8 detained Christians based on false allegat

• Brycen | Newborn Session | Part Two

  Dorothy

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:47 am

  Brycen and his mommy came by yesterday so that we could finish up his portrait session. I had really wanted to use this antique chair that I acquired recently on my trip to Jacksonville, but wasn’t able to the first time. Since he was so cranky the other day, his mom was nice enough to come by so that I could get my photo groove on! I think it was definitely worth the extra effort… I just love this photo! Thanks Shana & Brycen!!  

• Downtown Aquarium, Houston

  marie

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:16 am

  Houston Aquarium front entrance. Staring in the eyes of the white tiger of the Maharaja's Temple A Shark Voyage that takes you under a shark tank. Watch out for the Great White Shark!

• Traveling With an Infant on a Plane

  travelingguide4u

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:11 am

  Travel, especially international travel, can be stressful enough but for someone with a new infant, taking an international flight can be especially daunting. Not to worry, however. Airlines know that many parents fly with their infants and therefore they do the best they can to accommodate their youngest passengers. The first hurdle to traveling with an infant is the security check. Although airlines require all carry-on liquids to be in three ounce containers and held entirely in a one quart Ziploc bag, an exception is made for infant formula and breast milk. Parents are allowed to pack as…

• 4-Month Old Baby Girl Dies From H1N1 Swine Flu Virus...Too Young To Be Vaccinted

  jerrybrice

  19 Nov 2009 | 9:09 am

  A four-month old infant girl is the latest casualty to succumb to the deadly H1N1 Swine flu virus that is spreading faster than a wildfire across the nation. The flu pandemic is on the rise and has been allowed to kill at a rate that has gone unchecked, due to the lack of and the fear of taking the Swine flu vaccination.The vaccine has been doled out to a select few qualifying groups of minor children,health workers, and people who supervise and come in to contact with groups of children. In this latest case, doctors suspect that, since infants under the age of 6 months can not take the…

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  The Essential Infant Blog

• Nov 17, Want the Best Baby Toys? Choose Award-Winning Infant Educational Toys

  16 Nov 2009 | 5:30 pm

  With the ba-zillions of toys out there, how do you know you're looking at the best baby toys? Actually, it's really simple. See which ones have won awards for their educational content and learning encouragement!

• Nov 16, Savings Alert: New Baby Coupons for You!

  16 Nov 2009 | 10:50 am

  With all the expenses a new baby brings to the table, is it any wonder that we ALL seem to be clambering for baby coupons these days? Here's a directory of the best online baby stores, with their current coupons, free shipping codes, and sales announcements.

• Nov 16, Inspecting Peapod Delivery: Wonderful? or Worthless?

  16 Nov 2009 | 10:19 am

  It's really tempting to sign up for Peapod delivery. Who wouldn't want to order groceries at night in your slippers and get them delivered the next morning? Is it possible that the grocery-cloud actually has a silver lining? Well, that's what I vowed to find out.

• Nov 16, Using Safeway Delivery: A Comprehensive and Honest Review

  16 Nov 2009 | 10:19 am

  The mega-grocery-giant Safeway has launched a Safeway delivery service that will literally drop your groceries off straight into your kitchen. So is this a mother's dream? or a disastrous disappointment?

• Nov 16, A Fresh Look at Genuardis Grocery Delivery

  16 Nov 2009 | 10:19 am

  Genuardis is one way new moms (and old ones) are stealing time away from the errands column and depositing it into the mommy-baby playtime category. Being able to order your groceries online and have them delivered to you (like you're some kind of A-lister) is pampering of the 9th degree.

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  Families: Baby Blog

• What to Do With A Baby On A Wet, Cold Day

  15 Nov 2009 | 4:01 pm

  It's definitely looking like November out there to me. Those of us who live in northern climates are descending into the depths of damp, cold winter. Here it's more damp than cold, but it looks like night out there and it's only quarter to two.

• Hysterically Funny Baby Videos

  14 Nov 2009 | 7:49 pm

  Ok, it's time for some weekend fun! Who's up for some funny baby videos? The sad and difficult scandal of the Balloon Boy has brought to light a lot of the undertones of our fame-seeking society.

• Where Are Your Baby Boundaries?

  13 Nov 2009 | 7:47 pm

  It all begins when they begin to rub your belly without asking, and it continues into babyhood and beyond. Babies are so cute. People love to cuddle them, touch their cheeks and their feet, and even feed them.

• Weird Things That Babies Eat

  12 Nov 2009 | 7:36 pm

  The other day, some moms and I were talking about what we let our children eat. Now, I'm not talking about pancakes, broccoli, and sushi here - although all of those sound good to me. No, I'm talking about slugs, leaves, and other non-edible objects.

• A Waldorf Doll for Christmas: Sweet Little Fabric Dolls are the Perfect Baby Gift

  11 Nov 2009 | 2:11 pm

  It's your baby's first Christmas, or it's the first Christmas of a special baby in your life. What kinds of gifts can you give to a baby? Sweet, small, and huggable Waldorf dolls are an ideal baby gift for Christmas or for a first birthday.

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  Babyrazzi

• Bronx Wentz Turns One!

  babyrazzi

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:26 am

  Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz are very excited about their son’s first birthday! Bronx turns one today and the family shared their excitement on Twitter! “Happy Birthday to my precious angel on earth!!!” aunt Jessica Simpson, 29, Twittered this morning. “Bronx is 1 today!! I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!!! I can’t believe it has been a year already.” Since welcoming Bronx Mowgli last November, Ashlee has said that motherhood “is the most fantastic experience I have ever been through,” adding that her boy makes her “laugh and smile…

• Pete Wentz Impressed With His Parenting Skills

  babyrazzi

  18 Nov 2009 | 10:17 am

  Pete Wentz has been a solo parent as of late because wife Ashlee, 25, has been busy preparing for her Broadway debut as Chicago’s Roxie Hart on November 30th. “I just spent the last weekend – Mom was rehearsing for Chicago – being Dad without a nanny, without Mom, and didn’t burn the house down,” Pete, 30, told People magazine on Tuesday at the American Eagle Outfitters Times Square store opening. “So I’m pretty excited about that.” The couple’s son, Bronx Mowgli, celebrates his first birthday on Friday, and his parents are throwing him a…

• Great Links!

  babyrazzi

  18 Nov 2009 | 8:32 am

  Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban with Sunday Rose in NYC. Britney and sons at the Sydney Aquarium on Tuesday. Blue star Lee Ryan finds out that he has a 2-year-old daughter that he didn’t know he had. Posted in Britney Spears, Nicole Kidman

• Brooke Shields Opens Up About Suicidal Thoughts After Giving Birth

  babyrazzi

  17 Nov 2009 | 8:08 am

  Brooke Shields has been honest and forthcoming about her painful struggles with post-partum depression, but in revealing new comments she shares the true depths of her suffering. Brooke, 44, spoke movingly about the stigma of depression and her experience battling the disease on Monday while receiving an advocacy award from the Hope for Depression Research Foundation in Manhattan. “We think and we feel that we should just be able to handle it on our own,” said Brooke, who is mom to two girls, Rowan, 6, and Grier, 3. “I’ve always been strong enough to get through every…

• Victoria’s Secret Angel Adriana Lima Welcomes An Angel Of Her Own

  babyrazzi

  16 Nov 2009 | 1:16 pm

  Adriana Lima and her husband, NBA star Marko Jaric, welcomed a daughter on Sunday in New York City. “Adriana and Marko are thrilled to announce they had a baby girl, Valentina Lima Jaric,” a rep for Adriana told People magazine. “Mother, father and baby are all doing well.” Adriana, 28, met Marko, 31, in 2006 and got engaged two years later on Adriana’s 27th birthday. The couple eloped on Valentine’s Day this year, tying the knot in a small, private civil ceremony in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Soon after the honeymoon, Adriana learned she was expecting.

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  Celebrity Baby Blog

• Heidi Klum Walks Runway – Six Weeks After Baby!

  Sarah

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm

  Richie Buxo/Splash News Online Heidi Klum, who was supposed to be acting as host of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, drew screams from the crowd Thursday night when she made a surprise trip down the runway. Clad in a corset and full skirt, the new mom, who gave birth to daughter Lou Sulola, with husband Seal, last month, smiled as she slowly took the runway for the surprise appearance. “I figure why not? I embrace that I have more curves right now. I’m definitely one of the heaviest of the bunch of the 30 girls in the show. And I still have 20 lbs. to go,” she…

• Hugh Grant On Future Fatherhood: ‘I Haven’t Given Up Hope’

  Anya

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm

  Jane West/INF Next September will be a big month for Hugh Grant: the actor will celebrate his 50th birthday. And although he has managed to rack up a laundry list of accomplishments over the years, Hugh now has his sight on something new — children! “Ten years ago, I wouldn’t have thought about having children at all,” he admits to PARADE. However, the proud uncle of “so many” nieces, nephews, and godchildren — including Elizabeth Hurley’s son Damian — Hugh is growing fond of the idea of a family for himself. “Yes, yes, yes. I…

• Enter to Win Tori Spelling’s Model Search for Little Maven via Twitter!

  Shanelle

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:00 am

  Albert Michael/Startraks Tori Spelling’s looking for cute kiddies to model in her new ad campaign for Little Maven’s spring line. Tweet photos to @torianddean and make sure to include #torilittlemaven, your child’s name and age. Winners will be featured on the company website and receive a Little Maven gift certificate. Plus, they’ll model with Spelling’s adorable children, Liam and Stella. They’re looking for boys and girls who wear clothing size 18 months. Winners also must be in the LA area and available on December 2nd. The lucky winner will be…

• The Sutter Family Supports TDCA Reform

  Sarah

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  Seventh Generation/Startraks Former Bachelorette stars Ryan and Trista Sutter took their children — Maxwell Alston, 2, and Blakesley Grace, 7 months — to the Million Baby Crawl in Broomfield, Colorado on Wednesday. Hosted by Seventh Generation, the event took place across the United States. Babies crawled towards a replica of the Capitol in an effort to demand stronger protection against toxic chemicals with the reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act. Click below for two additional photos. Seventh Generation/Startraks Seventh Generation/Startraks Posted in Babies, Dads, Kids,…

• Around the Web…

  Kate

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  Some stories to send you into the weekend: Jim Carrey’s expectant daughter Jane gets married — PEOPLE A couple claims to see Michael Jackson’s face in their ultrasound image — Telegraph What to do if your teen wants to become a vegetarian — Health.com Is it possible to determine your baby’s gender before conception? — Just the Facts, Baby One family’s battle to save their little girl after a devastating cancer diagnosis — Sphere Posted in Main, Other blogs

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  Binky Blogs

• Tonight I'm Gonna Block You ... Lego meets "Spinal Tap"

  blogdig.net

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:50 pm

  I was searching on YouTube... ---- linkBinkyBlogs:: The best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the webThe best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the web

• 2-Year-old Helps Deliver Baby Brother

  blogdig.net

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:13 pm

  Could you even imagine what you’d do if you had to deliver at home? I’m sure Bobbye Favazza had no inclination that she was about to do just that on Friday the 13th. IMG: Sxc.huShe’d got up and started the day as normal taking care of her two younger children, 2 year old Jeremiha Taylor and 3-year-old Jamison. Bobbye is now the mother of four children, at least two were home with her this particular Friday and when her water broke she knew she had no time. Quickly calling her ---- linkBinkyBlogs:: The best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the web

• Goorin Bros. Woodsy Scarf

  blogdig.net

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:02 pm

  Goorin Bros. is known for its wonderful hats, but this scarf is just as charming. A perfect match for all of the owl products that are everywhere these days, this child-sized scarf  is made from a super-soft knit. It will keep your little one cute and warm this fall adn winter. You can purchase one [...] ---- linkBinkyBlogs:: The best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the webThe best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the web

• blue through and through?

  blogdig.net

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:28 pm

  The cursor blinks and blinks on the page, like eyes that open and shut, waiting for something to change or appear or disappear.  I’m looking for words, wondering where my words have gone.  Oh, sure, if I lift the six piles of laundry there’ll be a few, and maybe some under the half eaten grapes [...] ---- linkBinkyBlogs:: The best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the web

• The reason why NOT to teach babies pinyin

  blogdig.net

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:23 pm

  Because starting from pinyin to learn Chinese may intervene or even interrupt the linkage-establishing process babies need for their future language development and growth, my suggestion is not to teach babies pinyin when they just start to learn language. [......]Continue to read the full post ---- linkBinkyBlogs:: The best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the webThe best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the web

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  La Dolce Mama

• Breastfeeding and Weight Loss

  13 Nov 2009 | 9:09 am

  Something to think about from the New York Times...>

• Witty Wednesday

  21 Oct 2009 | 8:22 am

  Thanks you to the Olive Juice blog!

• Probiotics

  19 Oct 2009 | 8:17 am

  With the scary flu season about to hit and a limited vaccine supply, you may wonder what you can do to help protect your baby. The answer? Breastfeeding! In a recent study, preschoolers who were given probiotics twice daily for 6 months were found to have a lower incidence of fever, coughs, and other cold symptoms during flu season. Breastmilk naturally contains probiotics and so is likely to help your baby in the same way. We're starting to see sneezing and runny noses at my house, so I am off to the store for probiotic yogurt. Extra nursing for my son, too! Happy nursing!

• Witty Wednesday

  14 Oct 2009 | 3:15 pm

  Just in time for fall...

• New Items at La Dolce Mama

  12 Oct 2009 | 3:54 pm

  Just in! New My Brest Friend Slipcovers and Melinda G Nursing Bras! Blog readers take 20% off your order with discount code OCMA20!

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  Zazou.eu

• i-Dare funky underwear / Stoer i-Dare ondergoed

  i-Dare underwear for big boys No more boring white slips or been there seen it Batman boxer shorts! This is just the coolest and most comfortable underwear you have ever seen… I dare you to wear these! (9,95 €) Supervette boxers voor boys! Weg met die lelijke witte slips of flauwe Batman-boxers! Eindelijk is er echt leuk [...]

• ‘Merkkleding slecht voor ontwikkeling kind?’

  Wie had ooit gedacht dat kleding slecht kan zijn voor kinderen? Amerikaanse onderzoekers van kinderziekenhuis Cincinnati komen tot de conclusie dat ouders maar beter geen al te dure kleertjes voor hun kinderen moeten kopen. Volgens Bengels zal het allemaal wel loslopen…. En volgens mij ook. Ik weet niet hoe het met jullie zit, maar mijn [...]

• New winter collection: Sprout Kingdom / Nouvelle collection hiver : Sprout Kingdom / Nieuwe wintercollectie: Sprout Kingdom

  NEW HOT COLLECTIONS The Sprout Kingdom autumn and winter collection has arrived: leggings, sweat pants, mini dresses, tunics and fun longsleeves are friendly priced, originally designed and made of 100% organic cotton. And what’s more: little boys have been thought of as well this time! TOUT NOUVEAU TOUT CHAUD La nouvelle collection hiver de Sprout Kingdom pour filles [...]

• New brand on line: Kidz-Art / Nouvelle marque : Kidz-Art / Nieuw online: Kidz-Art

  New at Zazou The trendy Dutch brand Kidz-Art is new in Zazou’s collection, which makes us very proud! It’s fresh, comfortable and original. All of this season’s fashionable colours are joining the party, like bright purple, green, red and blue, combined in a funky manner. And let’s not forget: sizes go up to 6-7 years [...]

• VANDAAG 9% KORTING

  …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 09-09-09 = 9% korting! Vandaag, op woensdag 9 september 2009, is het de Dag van de Duurzaamheid. Omdat wij bij Zazou.eu duurzaamheid hoog in het vaandel hebben staan, krijgt u vandaag 9% korting op de HELE winkel, dus ook op de nieuwe collecties én op alles wat al in de uitverkoop is! De kortingscode is: [...]

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  Now What Baby

• Doe a deer....+Giveaway!

  Melissa

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:57 am

  Babalu has something unique for all the wee ones on your holiday list this year. Our favorite is the Do-Re-Mi Musical Blocks. They take blocks to the next level by combing stacking blocks with a musical instrument. Each block has a metal bar attached to the top and when you strike the bar with the included mallet it makes music. I love that it came with a song book that can be easily made it possible for my son to actually play some children songs on the blocks. My youngest wanted to hit them with the mallet repetitively and my oldest thought he was a composer. Each side is illustrated with…

• A little Holiday Cheer for your baby

  Melissa

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:41 am

  The limited edition Holiday Cheer Gift Tote is adorably cute! Inside the gift bag are Holiday Cheer Spritzer (a must have for holiday stress relief or before that photo with Santa), Holiday Cheer Bubble Bath, and a bath scrub. If you are unfamiliar with California Baby then you have been missing out on some wonderful natural & organic products created with baby's unique needs in mind. We are big fans of the Bubble Bath in our home. The unique mild formula not only protects delicate skin but is also free from the typical harsh bubbling agents. You don't have to worry about skin irritation…

• Out with the cords & $130+ giveaway!

  Melissa

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:59 am

  We have a big bowl that is filled with various chargers and electronic devices. It is always a jumbled mess of cords and an altogether eye sore in my kitchen. Recently my youngest decided to take all of the cords and play with them in a giant cinnamon roll. There is still icing in all the nooks and crannies. With the Powermat you can let go of all the cords and charge your devices in one sleek location. This unique mat will charge up to 3 devices at once. All you need is the powermat and then the adapter for each of your devices. Your powermat will also come packaged with a powercube that…

• It's ok to have a convo with your watch

  Melissa

  19 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am

  Every since my son saw Home Alone he has been really obsessed with spy gear. I'm not totally sure why since Home Alone isn't quite James Bond but maybe he is just preparing for the possibility of intelligence challenged home invaders. He loves to booby trap, "sneak around", and pretend to be a secret agent. The FRS Walkie Talkie Watch Set is like his dream come true. In the eyes of a little guy this is like getting real spy gear. The age recommendation is 8+ but I found my 4 year old had no trouble using them. They don't even require you to push a button to talk - the VOX autotalk technology…

• Ann B. Dextrous

  Melissa

  19 Nov 2009 | 6:39 am

  Don't let the name stump you. This motor developing toy is seriously cool for your little one. It is made for children 3 months to 3 years and it will actually adapt depending on the age of your child. The built in clock can be set to automatically adjust settings as baby gets older. This toy never gets old because it is constantly changing. All my 15 month old cares about is balls, golf clubs, and toys with buttons to push. The 21 knobs, buttons, toggles and switches on Ann B. Dextrous are right up his alley. He loves to push, pull, yank, bop, and twist the various items. It also lights up…

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  The Baby Tips Blog

• Nov 18, Cutest Roller Skating Babies

  18 Nov 2009 | 1:19 pm

  I know this is a commercial, but the roller skating babies are soo cute! I love this video!

• Nov 18, Smoking While Breastfeeding - The Effect On Your Baby

  18 Nov 2009 | 2:28 am

  Smoking while breastfeeding can cause problems with milk supply, respiratory illness and even colic for your baby. Good reasons to quit!

• Nov 18, 8 Month Old Tantrums

  18 Nov 2009 | 12:45 am

  HELP!! my 8 month old throws tantrums (balls up his fists, throws his head back and screams at the top of his lungs) if I'm not constantly holding him

• Nov 18, Baby In Pain While Feeding

  18 Nov 2009 | 12:44 am

  I have a 7 week old baby and every time he feeds he is in pain. It takes forever to get him to burp and his stomach you can hear gurgling. His poo is

• Nov 12, Husband Doesn't Help Out With Baby

  12 Nov 2009 | 5:56 am

  How can I get my husband to help out with the baby? Our baby is one month old. I feel like I'm mothering two instead of one! My husband doesn't help

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  Baby Books Blog

• Nov 11, Baby Sign Language Book - Teach Your Baby Sign Language

  11 Nov 2009 | 8:13 am

  Find baby sign language book reviews. Read Signing Smart for Babies and Toddlers and teach your hearing baby how to use sign language to help lessen the effect of those tantrums!

• Nov 11, Adoption Baby Book

  11 Nov 2009 | 6:21 am

  Adoption Baby Book. Whether you are looking for books to read if you are considering adoption, books about adoption issues or books to read to your adopted babies this guide will offer suggestions for you.

• Nov 10, Baby Books Guide Links

  10 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am

  Baby Books Guide Links

• Sep 22, Steps to Making A Book - Baby Book Making Idea

  22 Sep 2009 | 5:39 am

  Here are the steps to making a book for your baby. It is a simple idea and anyone can make at home. I can almost promise it will be very loved by your baby.

• Sep 19, Goodnight Moon Book - Reviews plus the Goodnight Moon Game

  19 Sep 2009 | 6:13 am

  the Goodnight Moon Book is a much loved classic read and one of the most popular books to read to children before bed. You could also play the goodnight moon game, get the goodnight moon poster or enjoy the DVD.

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  Unique Baby Nursery Ideas

• OWL NURSERY WALL DECALS

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:57 am

  The cute pastel stickers in your pictures are cute owl nursery wall decals, but when I looked at them I realized that they might clash with my color

• GENDER NEUTRAL NURSERY THEMES - UNISEX BABY CRIB BEDDING and DECOR

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:39 am

  GENDER NEUTRAL NURSERY THEMES and DECORATING IDEAS. Gender neutral baby items, nursery decorations and bedding. Unisex nursery colors, themes and decor. Unisex baby bedding and nursery decor.

• DR. SEUSS WALL STICKERS

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:04 am

  I need a resource for Dr. Seuss wall stickers in pastel colors. I have always wanted a Dr. Seuss nursery theme for my baby but when we got the news

• BABY GIRL NURSERY PICTURES - BABY GIRL NURSERY DECORATING IDEAS

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:16 am

  BABY GIRL NURSERY PICTURES Girl nursery photo gallery. Baby girl nursery decorating ideas. Baby girl nursery ideas, designs and decor. Elegant, cute and feminine pictures of baby girl nurseries.

• ZEBRA PRINT RUGS - FAUX ZEBRA RUGS

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:52 am

  ZEBRA PRINT RUGS. Kids faux zebra rugs for the baby's nursery, kids' bedrooms or your den. The best, inexpensive zebra striped rugs for your jungle decorating project.

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  My Mommy Manual

• Positive Parenting Tip: Short and Sweet

  Contributor

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:32 am

  Our Yogi Parenting audio tips are presented every Friday by Michaela Turner, BS Ed, CYKT, YKT, Co-Founder Yogi Parenting Let your kids teach you how!!! Listen to this :15 AUDIO TIP: — Michaela is a 30 year veteran educator and a Certified YogaKids Teacher and Trainer. She teaches yoga baby and yoga kids classes for children throughout St. Louis, Missouri. As the Co-founder of Yogi Parenting, Michaela offers tips for parents and seminars nationally, blending her joy for yoga with her love for children.

• Personalize Those Holiday Treats! $1

  Practical Mommy

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:26 am

  For just $1, you can win this adorable 3 qt. Cookie jar features a cozy airtight place to store your favorite cookies. Designed by world renowned artist, Kathy Davis, this very colorful cookie jar will delight any home. Personalized with your family’s name. Invite your holiday guests to enjoy the “Tweets” inside. And you can win this one for ONE DOLLAR. It’s October’s Power of One prize, valued at $38 from ArtisticSensations.com Click on the widget to donate $1 to Parents As Teachers using your credit card. Easy!

• How to Pick Your New Mommy Wardrobe

  Julie Verleger

  17 Nov 2009 | 4:40 pm

  Last week a very good friend of mine had her first baby. When I went to see my friend and her beautiful daughter in the hospital we talked about how the pain is more that one can imagine, but its all worth it. We talked about what the best clothes were to wear for breast-feeding and recovery. For those of us who have been through or are going through babydome, the first 2 months become somewhat of a blur. We almost robotically feed, change diapers and rest whenever we can. Somehow we manage to eat, shower and actually be a Mom to our other children and half the time not even remember how we…

• Zen Mommy Minute: “I Yam What I Yam”

  Zen Mommy

  16 Nov 2009 | 11:28 am

  I can hear Popeye now “I Yam what I Yam…”. Parent or not, this week, let’s embrace the “I” that is our “true-self”. Let’s allow the things we do with our kids during the day, at their schools, etc.. to flow from these innate parts of our personalities… not from only a sense of duty or obligation. Our children will see us in our bliss and learn that they too can love who they are and use their gifts on a daily basis to make a difference in the world. Let’s parent in a way that is in line with our temperaments… not…

• How to Communicate with Your Teen

  Practical Mommy

  13 Nov 2009 | 12:59 am

  Recently, I’ve been totally dumb founded by a couple of conversations with my 8-year old girl, when something I say that I think is trivial like, “I’m turning on the timer for your homework.” is the cause of major hysteria! WTF?! A recent interview with one of our Guest Experts, Vanessa Van Petten, author of the book, You’re Grounded gave me some great insight into the brains of tweens and teens. Apparently, they think in superlatives, almost exclusively! So how we use this fact to communicate more effectively with our drama queens? Vanessa tells us… Have…

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  About.com: Baby Products

• Must-Have Products for Sick Kids

  18 Nov 2009 | 2:53 am

  A stomach bug has invaded our house this week, so I've made great use of that sanitary cycle on my washer and I've been trying to coat everyone with hand sanitizer to keep the further spread of germs to a minimum. Winter tends to bring more sick days for families, so you may want to begin stocking your "sick kid" kit now. Here are a few things that I like for reducing the misery for sick children and for keeping germs at bay in the house. Boogie Wipes (Compare Prices). These disposable saline wipes are perfect for cleaning up yucky noses. Check out the full Boogie Wipes review. Jackson Reece…

• UK Maclaren Owners: No Stroller Recall, But You've Been Heard

  13 Nov 2009 | 2:47 am

  Following the recent recall of about a million Maclaren strollers in the U.S., due to a hinge issue that resulted in 12 fingertip amputations, many parents in the U.K. wondered why their strollers weren't also covered in the recall. After all, the strollers are exactly the same, exposed hinges and all. The difference is in laws between countries and how recalls and labeling work. Therefore, Maclaren only recalled the strollers in the U.S. and provided free hinge covers to U.S customers. After a few days of emails and consumer outrage, though, it appears that the company has had a change of…

• Maclaren Recalls 1 Million Strollers

  9 Nov 2009 | 8:24 am

  If you're one of many parents with a Maclaren umbrella stroller, take note - the company is recalling about 1 million strollers because the hinge can trap fingers when the stroller is being unfolded. The result can be serious cuts or even fingertip amputations. According to CPSC, Maclaren has had 15 reports of kids putting their fingers inside the hinge mechanism, and they have 12 reports of fingertip amputations as a result. Several popular Maclaren stroller models are affected by the recall, including Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, TechnoXLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno and…

• Holiday Head Start

  7 Nov 2009 | 4:49 pm

  I am not one to finish my holiday shopping months in advance. There's something cozy to me about bundling up to hit the after-Thanksgiving sales and coming home, utterly exhausted, to enjoy some leftover turkey. It's nearly 70 degrees outside where I live now, so I'm having a hard time convincing myself that the holidays are just around the corner! If you're gearing up to shop for the holidays, too, here are some great gift ideas for the babies and toddlers in your life. From baby's first Christmas to fun family gifts, the About.com Parenting & Family Channel has plenty of holiday…

• Reader Question: How to Keep Baby Rear-Facing

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:06 pm

  Q: My baby is only 6 months old and weighs 23 lbs. His infant car seat is only rated to 22 lbs. I know I'm supposed to keep him rear-facing longer than 6 months, so what should I do? A: Luckily, infant car seats are not the only type that can be used rear-facing. You can keep your baby rear-facing in a convertible car seat until he weighs 35 lbs or more, depending on which car seat you choose. Choosing a convertible car seat that also has a high forward-facing weight limit should allow you to use it for several years. It's likely that your son's growth will slow down a bit in toddlerhood, so…

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  Baby Sleep Help | Toddler Sleep Help - Pick Nick's Brain

• Baby Sleep and Breastfeeding Series: Part 4

  Nicole

  17 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am

  Welcome to part 4, the final part, of my Baby Sleep and Breastfeeding Series! If you are just joining us, you might want to start at part 1, where I discuss reasons why breastfeeding moms sometimes struggle with sleep. Today, I’ll go over options for breastfeeding moms when it comes to “sleep training coaching” or as I actually prefer to say “helping your baby learn to fall asleep unassisted” (who really wants to think of “training” your baby?). How breastfeeding is different than formula-feeding There are a few things that breastfeeding families…

• Prematurity Awareness Month

  Nicole

  10 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am

  November is March of Dimes Prematurity Awareness Month! Many babies (roughly 1,400 per day!) are born premature in the U.S. alone and unfortunately, the numbers are increasing rather than decreasing. Please take a moment to learn more about prematurity and what you can do in pregnancy to reduce your risks by reading When Babies Are Born Premature on the Babble Soft website this week. You can also read about premature development and your baby’s sleep here on this site. Please also consider forwarding the information to friends and family as you can save a life of two sharing the…

• Phew! Daylight Savings is Behind Us

  Nicole

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am

  The end of Daylight Savings is always the source of worry for many parents, especially when their baby is waking too early. I thought I’d take the time to tell you how ours went and see how yours went, too. Thankfully, our daylight savings went fairly smooth this year. I personally use option 3 when it comes to daylight savings in our house. My boys are just too unpredictable to use another option. On Saturday night, I put the boys to bed around 9:20 p.m. which was a little late for my 21 month old, but Halloween definitely helped in that way. It did hurt us in that because he was…

• How Long to Cry It Out (CIO)

  Nicole

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am

  This topic “How long to cry it out?” has come up a few times in the last few weeks in one way or another, so I thought I’d talk about it this week. I always preface any discussion about cry it out by making sure that everyone understands that I’m not a “Cry It Out Pusher” and I’m very much NOT an extremist or a hard-core “sleep trainer”. I try to be realistic and just know that all babies are different and all family structures are different and what works for one won’t work for everyone. I even debated Pantley about this very topic,…

• When Baby Won’t Nap

  Nicole

  27 Oct 2009 | 5:00 am

  Naps can be challenging to get from your baby and sometimes it seems like he just won’t nap. Part of the reason your baby won’t nap is because day and night sleep are handled by two different parts of the brain. What your baby knows how to do at night doesn’t necessarily mean he will do the same thing during the day. Depending on how perceptive he is, the sunlight can keep him up or just playing with the smallest piece of lint in the crib. There is a whole lot of fun to miss during the day! Another reason why your baby won’t nap is because the drive for your…

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  BabiesRx

• Why is my pharmacist asking so many questions?

  17 Nov 2009 | 12:02 am

  I remember not too long ago, a friend of mine was complaining that the pharmacist asked her too many questions when she was getting her prescription filled. "What were you asked?" I wondered aloud. It turns out she was prompted to provide information about her weight, whether she was pregnant or breastfeeding, what other medications had she taken in the past, and what other medications is she on

• Cold vs. Flu Symptoms in Children

  7 Nov 2009 | 4:26 am

  I have already received the e-mail below twice from two different moms, and it is undoubtedly being spread like a cold virus from mom to mom. The email was meant to be helpful, but the information is not accurate. It is not always easy to tell which is which. It is also unknown where the content is from. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has a good FAQ about cold vs. flu (and a good

• Fake H1N1 Products Harm More Than Help

  27 Oct 2009 | 2:03 am

  It's understandable that parents are concerned about the H1N1 flu virus, but it is not safe to purchase products offered for sale over the internet (or in stores) that claim to diagnose, prevent, or otherwise act against this virus. These products (shampoo that protects against the virus, dietary supplement to protect infants and young children from contracting the virus, a "new" supplement that

• Happy National Pharmacy Week!

  24 Oct 2009 | 3:08 am

  How did I get interested in pharmacy? I didn't know I was going to be a pharmacist until I attended a college fair in Chinatown and went to the first booth listed alphabetically. There, a tall, friendly Dean and an Asian upperclassman (who actually finished pharmacy school and went to medical school) told me fascinating things about the profession of pharmacy. I applied to Albany College of

• "Does she have allergies?"

  11 Oct 2009 | 2:04 am

  It is inevitable. Every time I put my daughter into a new aquarium of preschoolers (camp, play group, school), she gets a cold. I know better than to send her to school, or swim lessons in the summer, if she has had a fever overnight, or is lethargic and just not herself. This time, she just woke up over the weekend congested and she sneezed out a lot of clear "gook," but nothing else was

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  Mon Petit Amour

• :: winter birth announcements at tiny prints ::

  20 Nov 2009 | 6:58 am

  If you are like me and expecting a special delivery from Santa this year, you have to check out the birth announcements at Tiny Prints! How will we ever choose a card to announce our little bundle of joy? Good thing I have all the Christmas cards addressed already....just need to make a final design decision once the little guy is here!

• :: christmas onesies ::

  19 Nov 2009 | 2:49 pm

  I have been searching for the perfect Christmas pyjamas for our little one's Christmas Eve gift and finally found a very cute sleeper at Winners earlier this week.Since I have been a shopaholic lately, I popped into Gap Generation yesterday and could not resist picking up some other Christmas-themed wear. I can't wait to see him wearing these adorable onesies. Anyone else have a tradition of getting new pyjamas on Christmas Eve?

• :: christmas creatures in paper by mibostudio ::

  18 Nov 2009 | 6:42 am

  Today's 12 days of Christmas post is for those with school-age kids at home, or the crafty mama's out there!These adorable paper creatures are created by you when you purchase the PDF files from Etsy seller MiboStudio. Wouldn't this be a great snowy day craft? I just looooove the reindeer! They could adorn a shelf in your home this Christmas, or act as placecards at your holiday table. The owls are just too cute and may be making an appearance in our little guys room! Stay tuned for nursery pictures soon!

• :: isabella oliver maternity dresses ::

  17 Nov 2009 | 2:43 pm

  Today's 12 days of Christmas Gift Ideas post is for mommies-to-be and those buying for them.I know I have posted about Isabella Oliver sooooo many times, but I cannot express to you enough how lovely her dresses are! Here is a sneak peek at my maternity pictures (Thanks to the amazing Amy at Tickled Pink Photography for making me feel pretty, even at 38 weeks!) in which I wore my favourite piece - my Isabella Oliver Bow Dress. If there are any daddies-to-be out there looking for something to buy their pregnant sweetie, any of her dresses will do! I would also encourage any pregnant friends to…

• :: sprig toys ::

  16 Nov 2009 | 7:08 pm

  I went shopping today and visited a great shop called PURE at Mallzac (aka CrossIron Mills Mall) and saw these fab trucks by Sprig Toys for the second time. Yep, this girly girl is getting all excited about dump trucks! I can't wait until our little guy can play with toys like these!I first discovered Sprig at the Calgary Farmer's Market and Hubs and I both thought the trucks were so neat. I especially love that they are made out of a mix of recycled plastics and reclaimed wood.Watch this YouTube video for more info, and check the Canadian distributor's website for more info on where you can…

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  Playground Confidential

• Sleepless

  rebecca

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:54 am

  DAILY SNACK Sleep is becoming difficult With Irene. We’re living in the nether zone between two naps and one, for one. And night-waking is starting to wear me out. I guess I’ve been kinda nursing her down, Which I NEVER did with this girl when she was a newborn Because it didn’t work. She was sleeping through the night at 8 months And went down for naps in an instant. Not any more. We did some sleep training with Colum at this age, I remember. And it worked, too. But it was so hard. I just don’t have the heart to go through that with Irene. Not yet, not right now. So,…

• This Feels Like the Losing Team

  rebecca

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:47 am

  DAILY SNACK “I don’t like stew anymore, Mom.” “What? You do like stew. You helped me cook it.” “No, I don’t.” “Okay, but if you eat most of your stew then you can have a cookie.” Fast forward past much arm-twisting and cajoling And a satisfactory amount of stew has been consumed. I give the boy his cookie. “Mom, I’ve decided that I would like a cookie and a Halloween candy for dessert.” Sigh. So I gave it to him.

• There Are No Shortcuts

  rebecca

  18 Nov 2009 | 7:10 am

  DAILY SNACK Both kids fell asleep in the car last night. Fantastic, I thought, I can skip straight to the peace and quiet. Just as soon as I carry them both up to our second floor apartment By myself. Not wanting to leave either in the dark alleyway, I deposited Colum just inside the door Where he dozed on the bottom step. Irene woke up on the way in So I plopped her in her playpen while I went back down for Colum. And she screamed Bloody murder. She screamed so loud and so hard That even Colum who had stayed firmly asleep On the back stairs and then while I undressed him Finally woke up. The…

• Fundraiser to Rebuild the Children’s Storefront

  rebecca

  17 Nov 2009 | 10:57 pm

  Fundraiser: Tues, Nov. 24; 1 – 5pm for families, 7 – 11pm evening concert; Tranzac Club 292 Brunswick Ave. There was a horrible fire on Halloween night that engulfed a building near Bathurst and Dupont and burnt it so badly it needed to be torn down. That building had been home to the Children’s Storefront since 1975. It was a free drop-in centre for parents with babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, yes. But one gets the sense that it was much more than just a drop-in centre. It housed a wonderful collection of toys and books and was a community hub. It was an institution…

• Hi Santa Parade!

  rebecca

  16 Nov 2009 | 10:45 am

  DAILY SNACK For two hours we stood by the side of the road Watching the Santa Claus Parade go by. And Colum said hi to each and every float, character, and musician. They were waving at us after all.

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  Spoiler Alerts from SomeoneSpoilMe.com

• Personalized Wrapping Paper

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  Just in time for the holidays.... Personalized Wrapping Paper! This is the coolest thing yet- you can literally add a photo to the wrapping paper, a name, a message or your monogram. The price for one sheet of 24" x 36" paper costs between $30-$40. Order soon - so you can wrap your holiday gifts in style this year!

• Men's Recipes - Gentlemen, Start Your Ovens

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:29 am

  This book has easy-to-make recipes for the guy who uses his oven to store his winter clothes. Gentlemen Start Your Ovens is a crash course in cooking for men. It teaches guys the kitchen basics and beyond - how to get the best cut of meat, which kitchen tools are necessary, what to drink with each meal, etc. It also includes 65 basic recipes from perfectly cooked steak, and a side of mashed potatoes to chocolate cherry brownies. He can learn how to make snacks (like chili-powder popcorn) for the big game; or a great app for a second date (like baked Brie). This is a great reference guide for…

• Weekly Shopping & Goodies

  18 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  cture Courtesy of Fashion Fille Here's another AMAZING edition of Weekly Shopping and Goodies! We found Boticca.com! Our friends at Fashion Fille found a fabulous copy of our favorite Chanel watch! Our friends from Shopping and Info have found the most gorgeous sequin scarf. There's going to be a twitter party hosted by The Fashionable Housewife. What kind of tights do our friends at Style Eyes love? Don't forget to let our friends from BeSeenIn Hollywood take you to the latest fashion show. Why don't you just read all these great posts from our friends and fashionistas from…

• Free Shipping at Daddy Scrubs

  18 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  Daddy Scrubs is a brand new company that makes the best gifts for the "DAD TO BE". Their line of clothing consists of t-shirts and scrubs that say "I'm The Daddy"! These are the perfect "hospital outfit" for the dad to wear not only because they are comfortable to wear around the hospital and to sleep in, but also because they let all the nurses know that he is the "Dad" and not just a visitor. Considering the fact that "dads to be " hardly get any gifts of their own, I think that he would really appreciate and use this gift! The scrubs…

• Create Your Own Cereal

  17 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  For all of you cereal lovers, I have found your new favorite product. Introducing meandgoji - a site that lets you create your very own cereal. All you have to do is select the type of cereal or granola that you want and then select the extra ingredients you want to add (fruits, nuts, seeds, etc). They wil blend it for you and mail it directly to your house. The cereal costs $4.99 . How cool is this?

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  Flying Giggles & Lollipops

• I Apologize For All Those Twitter Emails!

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:17 pm

  I am probably a little late in the game, but earlier I found out that I can enter my email address and out pops all the people from my email account who are on Twitter, that I am not yet following. Two seconds later, I am following just over 400 more people.Great, right?Then there is the option to invite people to join Twitter or to invite people to follow you on Twitter. I accepted, about five

• Link Up Your Giveaway Fridays!

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm

  It is Friday, time to share some fun giveaways! If you have a giveaway you want to share, please add it to the list. You can list as many as you like, but please link them to the giveaway page, not your homepage. Do not forget to add your giveaway's end date!simplehuman sensor soap pump - 11/20Snazzy Baby's My Baby's Own Deluxe Travel Chair - 11/23Alphabotz Superphonic Decoder Cards - 11/

• My Holiday Gift Guide Button Is Fixed!

  19 Nov 2009 | 4:29 pm

  I had no idea my Holiday Gift Guide button was broken. Thank you so much Carol from CeeceeBlogger for letting me know! I fixed it and it is ready to be displayed! I would love if you can post it on your blogs to help promote my guide. Of course, it will help you get extra entries into most of the Holiday Gift Guide giveaways.Thank you for helping me spread the word!

• Holiday Gift Guide: Our Generation Dolls

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:52 pm

  Our Generation Dolls provide the young girls of today's generation a positive play experience with dolls they can relate to. Each Our Generation doll comes with its own hardcover storybook to help remind the young readers that , "today's dreams lead to tomorrow's accomplishments".Meet the new dolls:Mary Lyn the Music Recital Doll featuring “The Note in the Piano” book – This set will take

• Holiday Gift Guide: Paul Frank Stocking Stuffers

  19 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm

  Paul Frank Industries is a company that grew very quickly out of a small garage in Huntington Beach, California. I have always been a fan of this local company and I am thrilled when they expand their product line to include more fun-upbeat products for people of all ages. And it is quite true that Paul Frank's fans are just that, people young and old.This Christmas, you can turn to Paul Frank to

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  The Soft Landing Blog

• Plastics: An Important Part of Your Healthy Diet

  Alicia

  19 Nov 2009 | 9:37 am

  I came across this crazy advertisement today while reading through the growing list of chemicals implicated in hormone disrutpion on OurStolenFuture.org.  The ad was part of a series run widely in the 1990’s recommending that people think of plastic as “your sixth basic food group.”   It’s amazing to think about what the chemical industry spends to convince people of the safety of their products – whether load with bisphenol-a or not! The ad copy is a little hard to read, so here’s the full text: Plastics: An Important Part Of Your Healthy Diet…

• Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Boon PVC-free Odd Ducks

  Alicia

  17 Nov 2009 | 9:33 am

  If you’ve spent any time looking for PVC-free Christmas gifts, then you know how difficult it is to find them.  PVC-free “rubber” duckies are very rare, but  Boon, Inc. has you covered with Squish, Slim, Bob and Jane.  They’re perfect for stocking stuffers and will be 30% off during our Christmas Bath Toy Sale starting Monday November 23, 2009.  Use the code “christmas1123″ at checkout by November 25, 2009.  If you’re still not sure why you should avoid PVC or how to go about doing it, be sure to check out the series of articles I shared on…

• Exposing the Myth of Promoting Health with Disinfectants

  Alicia

  16 Nov 2009 | 6:50 am

  Women’s Voices for the Earth has released a report that debunks the myths surrounding the s0-called benefits of using disinfectants to clean our homes, daycares and schools.  They discuss chlorine bleach, ammonia, triclosan and triclocarban, ammonia quaternary compounds and nano silver, explaining the true consequences of our cultural obsession with their routine use. Powerful antimicrobial chemicals (also known as disinfectants) are increasingly found in household cleaners, from laundry detergent to kitchen cleaners to handy wipes.  Yet research has shown that some of the most common…

• Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Stainless Steel Beer Mug for Dad

  Alicia

  10 Nov 2009 | 9:22 am

  The guys in my family have responded with equal shock and dismay after watching me drink coffee from my double-walled stainless steel mug, “Why are you ruining the ultimate beer mug with your coffee?!”   It may sound strange, but I enjoy sipping from a heavy duty mug that keeps my coffee hot – even without a lid!  My husband insists that he get to use it for his frosty beer too – and I’m willing to share, but he has to put in a reservation ahead of time.  And it’s only available in the evenings Our Favorite Features Its double wall design…

• Meet Me at Dr. Greene’s for a Series on Toxic Plastic

  Alicia

  9 Nov 2009 | 6:33 am

  I’m honored to be featured as Dr. Greene’s Perspectives blogger this week for a brand new, updated series on Toxic Plastic! Here’s our schedule of topics for this week: Monday:  A little background on why I left nursing to research endocrine-disruptors found in food storage, baby teethers and toys Tuesday: What is BPA? Wednesday: What are Phthalates? Thursday: What is PVC? Friday: How to Avoid BPA, PVC and phthalates We’ll be offering all of these new updates and how-to’s in a downloadable format soon, so you can take it with you to share with friends…

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  Sprittibee

• Photographic Homeschool Mama's Software Wishes

  Sprittibee

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:09 am

  Besides being a wife, mama, and homeschooler - I'm a photo nut. This should come as no surprise to those of you who have ever been here before.Photo nuts heart Adobe. That's just a given fact. See? You aren't learning anything new yet. But you will... just wait...The photo up above was altered in Lightroom by my friend Dawn. It looks like a pro photo, right? Well, at least I thought so. I may be a bit biased.I emailed the picture to Dawn to see what she would do with it in Lightroom because I love playing with pictures. And I love seeing what other people create when they play with pictures.

• Learning Without School

  Sprittibee

  18 Nov 2009 | 9:12 pm

  I'm avoiding the computer lately. Seems that every time I sit down there is another thirty things I have to add to my to-do list. My email box is stuffed to the gills, my paper in-box is overflowing, and my school stuff is heaped in a pile on the corner of my desk. Not to mention Mt. Laundry or the planning that needs to happen so that tomorrow won't be a dismal failure.But then it hits me - like the spit up that hit me earlier today - unexpectedly... I AM GETTING THINGS DONE. Granted, maybe not everything (nowhere near everything), and maybe not even what I had planned to do... but we are…

• A Life Choice

  Sprittibee

  16 Nov 2009 | 8:36 am

  When I got contacted by PureFlix Entertainment to review their upcoming DVD "Sarah's Choice", I was more than willing to do so. We always are looking for quality films that our whole family can see - since there are so few of them being made by Hollywood these days. I offered to preview the movie if they wanted to send me a copy of it. It helped that the lead actress was Rebecca St. James (a Christian Music pop star that my daughter already loved).Here's one of her songs here if you haven't heard of her and wanted to listen in:On Sunday after dinner we settled down to a "family movie night",…

• My Interview at Heart of the Matter

  Sprittibee

  13 Nov 2009 | 7:52 pm

  Where did the name Sprittibee come from? Sprittibee is actually a nickname and a last initial put together (and here you thought it was all about honey bee obsession!). When me and my hubby were dating back in the early 90’s, he called me Spritti and I called him Spooker. Sickening, I know. The “SP” was a language addition based on that REM song, “Losing My Religion,” where he said “It’s bigger than you… and you are not me.” He slurred his words and said “Spigger”, which was somehow REAL funny to us barely 20 year old, lovesick kids who were stuck in the car part of…

• Almost Wordless Wednesday: Beautiful People

  Sprittibee

  10 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm

  Beautiful on the inside and out. I adore these folks (and their dashing daddy - not pictured). Lucky for me, I got to do a quick photo-shoot of them in their 'natural habitat'.I wanted to take the little ones home with me. Cuter kids are hard to find.

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  Infant Potty Training

• Oh, What a Night

  24 Oct 2009 | 4:19 am

  Infant Potty Training at night sounds daunting doesn't it? Do you envision waking up every 15 to 20 minutes to take your baby to the potty, all the while listening to her screeches that can only mean "how dare you take me out of my nice warm bed?" Well, in my experience, that's totally not the case. Let me tell you about the experience I had with my first baby.Baby E is a very high need baby. The

• Using The Sink

  15 Oct 2009 | 6:26 am

  I love the bathroom sink when doing infant potty training. Yes, it may sound gross, but it's just oh so handy. I have used the sink much more extensively with my daughter than with my son (boys make more of a mess with the sink, unless you're good at aiming), and we're just now starting to use the sink less often, but here are the top 10 reasons why I love it:1. My babies like the security of

• Baby, It's Cold Outside

  4 Oct 2009 | 6:32 am

  The weather is turning cooler now, and while you and I may love this change in the weather, your baby might not. Especially when it comes to the potty. If your baby usually loves sitting on the potty, but has recently started arching her back and yelling at you for having the nerve to put her on there in the first place, a cold seat could be to blame. (Side note: potty protests are frustrating

• A Gross Post

  2 Oct 2009 | 11:44 am

  For many of you today's post will definitely fall under the category of TMI. This post is only for those of you whose sensibilities aren't easily offended.For a variety of reasons, I cccasionally I like to try to look at the world through my baby's eyes. Sometimes I do it to see if my disciplining makes sense, or just to take a trip back to my own childhood, and other times, I do it to see how

• FAQ

  30 Sep 2009 | 4:10 pm

  What is IPT? IPT stands for Infant Potty Training, and it's the process by which parents or caregivers teach their babies to eliminate in a potty, bowl, toilet, sink, or other receptacle, rather than in a diaper.Are IPT and EC the same thing?It depends on who you ask, but the short answer is yes, it refers to the same thing. From what I gather, some people don't like the word "training" as it

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  raisingemerson

• The Great Diaper Debate: The Environmental Impact of “Eco-Friendly” Diapers

  admin

  30 Oct 2009 | 3:05 pm

  By Allison Wolff, originally published on Eco Child’s Play on October 29,2009 I knew going into having a baby that the mountains of diapers would horrify me from both a personal hygiene and environmental perspective. I also knew that I wasn’t game for potty-training-at-birth philosophies. Sure enough, if I calculate how many diapers I’ve changed for my now 15 month old, I’m horrified. Two months before I gave birth to my baby girl I did some research on which diapers would have the least amount of environmental impact. Traditional, “non-eco” disposables were never even an…

• Eco-Friendly Halloween Finds

  admin

  15 Oct 2009 | 3:14 pm

  Published by Allison Wolff for Eco Child’s Play on October 15, 2009 Halloween, like many other holidays, is a love-hate day for me. I love the tradition, the fun of dressing up as someone or something completely different from myself, the excitement of walking the streets in the dark, leaves blowing, trying to figure out who is hiding under each costume, and, of course, gorging on piles of candy just before bedtime (of course I only did that as a kid). As I’ve become a concerned “greenie” mother, however, I am growing to hate holidays that fuel the consumption of toxic…

• Ineffective, Inappropriate, Unsafe Vaccines Make Parents Question

  admin

  15 Oct 2009 | 12:52 pm

  Originally posted by Allison Wolff on Eco Child’s Play on October 15, 2009 Last week, I participated in a community-based conversation about vaccinations at our local library that included two of our medical center’s nursing staff and a bunch of smart, well-researched, concerned moms. Though I’ve written two previous posts about vaccinations, I was compelled to write yet another to share the conclusion I and others came to at the end of this community discussion. In my opinion, there are three vaccines that are clear examples of the government and the pharmaceutical industry…

• Your Sigg Water Bottles May Contain BPA

  admin

  15 Oct 2009 | 12:41 pm

  Originally posted by Allison Wolff on Eco Child’s Play Oct 1, 2009 Sigg CEO offers a free exchange program for new bottles without BPA-containing lining until October 31,2009. I was hugely disappointed to hear last month that Sigg Water Bottles produced before August 2008 were made with a liner that includes bad, bad, bad BPA. Many people, including me, bought Sigg bottles to replace other BPA/nasty chemical leaching bottles in our possession. Sigg’s CEO issued a statement on the company’s website that, until October 31, 2009, the company will replace all pre-August 2008 bottles…

• Gardisil and Swine Flu Vaccines May Be Risky Business

  admin

  15 Oct 2009 | 12:26 pm

  Originally posted by Allison Wolff on Eco Child’s Play on September 2, 2009 I’m dying to write a light-hearted post, but I keep coming across new news on the potential risks involved with Gardisil, the teen vaccine intended to stave off cervical cancer, and the swine flu vaccine and I feel that I must continue to get the word out on vaccines. The more I read and listen, the more suspicious I am becoming that our national vaccination policy is a well-meaning government program that, like so many others, is caught up in nasty politics and big business. As a side note, it is difficult to…