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• Breastfeeding Toddlers and Beyond

  About.com Babies & Toddlers

  14 May 2012 | 6:21 pm

  By now, you've probably heard more than enough about that TIME magazine cover of the mom breastfeeding her 3-year-old son. I have seen the image, but I haven't read the ...Read Full Post

• Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard

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  Merchandising Advisor

  14 May 2012 | 12:39 pm

  Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard 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. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled [...]

• Why Does My Toddler Strip?

  About.com Babies & Toddlers

  11 May 2012 | 5:41 am

  It might have been funny the first time. But most moms agree that it's really no fun chasing a toddler who likes to strip. One reader writes: It's a problem in public because, well, have you ever chased a naked 2-year-old through the supermarket? Why is he doing this and how can I stop the madness?...Read Full Post

• Recycled Crayon Craft for Mothers' Day

  About.com Babies & Toddlers

  8 May 2012 | 6:42 am

  My kids started to love crayons at around 14 months. I remember the moments so well because rather than turning the crayon points to paper and making mommy lovely pictures, ...Read Full Post

• Happy Mother's Day (Deal Alert)

  Posh*Little Blog

  13 May 2012 | 4:21 pm

  I hope everyone is having a wonderful Mother's Day! If you didn't wake up to breakfast in bed then at least you can snag a few deals today that are right up mama's ally. Here are two that I am taking advantage of right now...For the Gaming Mama: 1/2 off game credits @ BigFishGames.Com (my fav place ...

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• Breastfeeding Toddlers and Beyond

  14 May 2012 | 6:21 pm

  By now, you've probably heard more than enough about that TIME magazine cover of the mom breastfeeding her 3-year-old son. I have seen the image, but I haven't read the ...Read Full Post

• Why Does My Toddler Strip?

  11 May 2012 | 5:41 am

  It might have been funny the first time. But most moms agree that it's really no fun chasing a toddler who likes to strip. One reader writes: It's a problem in public because, well, have you ever chased a naked 2-year-old through the supermarket? Why is he doing this and how can I stop the madness?...Read Full Post

• 6 Toddler-Friendly Crafts for Mothers' Day

  9 May 2012 | 5:40 am

  Just having your little wonder around is, I am sure, enough of a gift for any mother, grandmother, godmother, or special "mom" in her life. But a homemade gift from ...Read Full Post

• Recycled Crayon Craft for Mothers' Day

  8 May 2012 | 6:42 am

  My kids started to love crayons at around 14 months. I remember the moments so well because rather than turning the crayon points to paper and making mommy lovely pictures, ...Read Full Post

• Potty Training: Pull-Ups vs. Underwear

  30 Apr 2012 | 7:16 am

  I took very different approaches to potty training with each my older children, and I expect to take an even different path when Little Guy is ready to start toilet ...Read Full Post

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  Baby News

• Prince Lionheart brings manufacturing back to California, and releases their latest nursery innovation

  Merchandising Advisor

  16 May 2012 | 1:24 pm

  Prince Lionheart has been manufacturing baby products in California since 1973. Michael and Kelly McConnell, brother/sister team at the helm of Prince Lionheart, proudly say, “Our product line was born out of our grandparents’ garage. We outgrew the garage years ago, but we still make every effort possible to produce products here at home, in [...]

• Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard

  Merchandising Advisor

  14 May 2012 | 12:39 pm

  Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard 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. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled [...]

• Sneak Peak of New Britax G3 Convertible on the Ellen Show

  Baby News

  11 May 2012 | 2:26 pm

  BRITAX gives baby carriers, infant car seats and G3 car seat to audience — CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 11, 2012 — The annual The Ellen DeGeneres Show Mother’s day extravaganza featured the best of the best in baby gear, including BRITAX car seats and baby carriers. The show’s host, Ellen DeGeneres, showcased the BRITAX Baby Carrier [...]

• BRITAX INTRODUCES B-AGILE AND B-SAFE NEW FASHIONS — New styles mix and match with current color options —

  Merchandising Advisor

  4 May 2012 | 12:26 pm

  CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 4, 2012 —The BRITAX B-AGILE stroller (http://www.britaxusa.com/strollers/b-agile) will be available this month and the B-SAFE infant car seat (http://www.britaxusa.com/car-seats/b-safe) will be available in June with new colors offering more style options for trendy parents.  The new colors—Kiwi, Sandstone and Granite (B-SAFE only) — are fun, youthful shades for the spring season. The [...]

• BRITAX INTRODUCES THE B-AGILE DOUBLE STROLLER

  Merchandising Advisor

  24 Apr 2012 | 11:45 am

  CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 24, 2012 —Adding to its versatile stroller line, BRITAX announced today the B-AGILE DOUBLE STROLLER http://www.britaxusa.com/strollers/b-agile-double, the company’s first stroller to offer side-by-side seats.  The light-weight double stroller offers the same quick-fold design and great maneuverability that made the single B-AGILE http://www.britaxusa.com/strollers/b-agile a top seller, but with capacity for two children. Built [...]

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  ScienceDaily: Infant Health News

• Injuries associated with baby bottles, pacifiers and sippy cups in the U.S. surprisingly high

  14 May 2012 | 1:46 pm

  A new study examined pediatric injuries associated with baby bottles, pacifiers and sippy cups. Researchers found that from 1991 to 2010, an estimated 45,398 children younger than three years of age were treated in U.S. emergency departments for injuries related to the use of these products. This equates to an average of 2,270 injuries per year, or one child treated in a hospital emergency department every four hours for these injuries.

• Breastfeeding benefits: Human breast milk ingredient adjusts to optimize for beneficial gut bacteria over time

  14 May 2012 | 11:28 am

  A new study shows that human milk oligosaccharides, or HMO, produce short-chain fatty acids that feed a beneficial microbial population in the infant gut. Not only that, the bacterial composition adjusts as the baby grows older and its needs change. For the first time, scientists have shown that a complex mixture of HMO and a single HMO component produce patterns of short-chain fatty acids that change as the infant gets older.

• Excess weight in pregnant women can have negative health Implications for offspring in adulthood

  13 May 2012 | 1:45 pm

  That overweight during pregnancy can lead to overweight children and adolescents has been known for some time, but new research indicates that excess weight before and during pregnancy can have long-lasting health consequences for the offspring of such mothers even later in life.

• Maternal gluten sensitivity linked to schizophrenia risk in children

  11 May 2012 | 9:12 am

  Babies born to women with sensitivity to gluten appear to be at increased risk of developing schizophrenia and other psychiatric disorders later in life, according to new findings from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden and Johns Hopkins University, United States.

• Vaginal birth after c-section is option for women, not for some doctors, hospitals

  11 May 2012 | 9:11 am

  The option of a vaginal birth after having a Caesarean delivery (VBAC) is difficult to find for women who want that procedure. More doctors and hospitals are not willing to perform the risky procedure. However, a VBAC advocate and practicing physician says provided the expectant mother meets certain guidelines and the delivery is performed in a fully-staffed and fully-equipped hospital, the VBAC can be performed safely.

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  Baby Chic 101

• Selma Blair adds a Quinny to her stroller collection

  babychic101

  15 May 2012 | 8:17 pm

  Actress Selma Blair has been seen with quite a few strollers since the birth of her son Arthur last year. This past week though, she added a new one. That is Quinny's brand new Moodd stroller (above) in Blue Reliance and it's the first celebrity sighting we have seen of it since its launch.

• The Bean Closet Reopens

  babychic101

  14 May 2012 | 8:09 pm

  Our friends at the Bean Closet have reopened their online store. The online baby gift boutique, which originally launched in 2007, has gotten a fresh makeover for the release of their 2012-2013 collection. In addition to the new aesthetic there is also new incentive to shop, as a portion of each sale will be donated to Postpartum Support International, a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing in every country worldwide. The gifts there amazing! These include the bean’s bundle-a collection of 12…

• Happy Mother's Day and a contest!

  babychic101

  13 May 2012 | 2:37 pm

  Project Nursery is holding a special contest for Mother's Day. Until May 21, you can enter to win their Ultimate Mother's Day $3000 Giveaway right here. Prizes include a crib, highchair and changer from Stokke, a Land Of Nod bedding set, a rocker from Giggle and more! Entering is as easy as posting a comment on that page.

• Celebrate Mother's Day with Bellini and win a $1000 shopping spree

  babychic101

  12 May 2012 | 1:54 pm

  Could you spend $1000 at Bellini? Who couldn't. Well now is your chance to, with this special contest Bellini and Pregnancy Magazine are hosting for Mother's Day. Enter here by May 31 to win a $1000 shopping spree at any Bellini store of your choice. Bellini is a celeb-favorite and known for their award winning cribs, designer furniture pieces, custom decor collections and unique baby gifts.

• Another celeb who loves Ergo carriers!

  babychic101

  11 May 2012 | 8:41 pm

  That is January Jones carrying baby Xander through NYC earlier this week. January is obviously a lover of ErgoBaby Carriers, as are we. I especially like their new Petunia Picklebottom collection.

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  Posh*Little Blog

• Ubbi: A Sleek, Stylish & Modern Diaper Pail

  15 May 2012 | 4:26 pm

  Finally a modern diaper pail that will actually look good in your nursery! The Ubbi Diaper Pail not only has a sleek design and a wide variety of colors, it's made of steel so it won't absorb any smells like plastic pails can.And if buying special liners is not something you are looking forward to, the Ubbi can use normal kitchen gar...

• Happy Mother's Day (Deal Alert)

  13 May 2012 | 4:21 pm

  I hope everyone is having a wonderful Mother's Day! If you didn't wake up to breakfast in bed then at least you can snag a few deals today that are right up mama's ally. Here are two that I am taking advantage of right now...For the Gaming Mama: 1/2 off game credits @ BigFishGames.Com (my fav place ...

• What's The Difference Between Telling And Tattling?

  19 Apr 2012 | 11:00 pm

  My first grader came home yesterday with a little printout sent home from the school. It was a chart about the difference between telling on someone and tattling on someone. I'm assuming it went out to everyone and wasn't specifically for my daughter because she's more of the peace-maker vs. the tattle tale. I thought this was a fantastic note to include the parents on be...

• Flower Power! My Favorite Baby Bath

  19 Apr 2012 | 7:52 pm

  I am obsessed with this baby bath. It's not a tub but makes bathing infants in the sink cozy and so easy. How do I describe this? It's like putting a pillow in the sink! It's very worthy of the Posh Little It's Rad Award.I'm on baby #4 now so bath time is not what it used to be. It's rarely part of our bedtime rout...

• Etsy Find: Rocking Horse Lane

  18 Mar 2012 | 11:00 pm

  I've been on a shopping rampage lately and have discovered tons of amazing handmade treasures at one of my favorite online shopping destinations... Etsy. While I am mostly shopping for my newborn little girl, I always keep my eyes out for fun and special goodies for boys....

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• Homemade Gripe Water

  sexymoxiemama

  11 May 2012 | 5:03 pm

  So, my 6 week old son has had the dreaded colic. I’m talking about the condition when my otherwise sweet baby boy turns into the devil spawn…for no reason. He grunts, farts, contorts himself into strange positions, and cries the loudest cry I’ve ever heard come out of a little person! According to the “experts”, colic often increases during a specific period of the day-for me it is usually when I am ready for a cocktail hour.  Symptoms usually deteriorate soon after feeding, and when the little whooper snapper can’t rip out a good burp or fart. Colic often appears suddenly and…

• 365 Self-Portrait Project (week 18)

  Polish Mom Photographer

  11 May 2012 | 2:04 pm

  I’m writing this post being not in my twenties anymore. One day I woke up feeling 30 and that was it. As my friend says: “Life begins after 30″ I think my life have really started when I had my first baby. Before that it was just preparing, tasting, seeking… . These days my life flies by and I don’t know when and how. It’s crazy: 365/121 … and this picture is the evidence for that 365/122 Those pictures were taken on the run. The one with my reflection was literally taken on the run. I started the day thinking how great self-portraits I’m going…

• Testosterone-Fueled Infantile Males Might Be a Product of Mom's Behavior

  Sebastian Alvarez

  11 May 2012 | 1:51 pm

  By comparing the testosterone levels of five-month old pairs of twins, both identical and non-identical, University of Montreal researchers were able to establish that testosterone levels in infancy are not inherited genetically but rather determined by environmental factors. “Testosterone is a key hormone for the development of male reproductive organs, and it is also associated with behavioral traits, such as sexual behavior and aggression,” said lead author Dr. Richard E. Tremblay of the university’s Research Unit on Children’s Psychosocial Maladjustment. “Our…

• Infants and airport security?

  michelleindenver

  11 May 2012 | 1:05 pm

  Norah and I are heading to Nebraska to visit my family, and I have no idea what I’m in for at the airport ( and in the airplane) today.  Any tips for flying with a 3-month-old?  My strategies so far include: Checking my luggage.  Even though I fit everything into a carry-on-sized suitcase, I just don’t want to deal with it. Wearing Norah in the Ergo most of the time.  She’s usually pretty happy in there, and can nap well in it.  I’ve even nursed her once in there, so that’s an option. Nursing her during landing, to help her ears pop. My family borrowed a car…

• Philadelphia Couple Charged With Murder After Infant Dies

  Chelsea Karnash

  11 May 2012 | 12:52 pm

  PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – A couple caring for a nine-month-old infant who died after having difficulty breathing has been charged with murder. Oscar Sanchez-Rivera, 24, and his girlfriend, Viameri Santana-Berrios, 27, were arrested after Santana-Berrios’ nephew’s son died while they were caring for him. Police were called to the residence on North 7th Street on July 26, 2011 at 2:36 p.m., where they found the child unresponsive in the basement. He later died at St. Christopher’s Hospital, and a medical examiner determined the cause of death to be heroin and cocaine intoxication and the…

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  The Essential Infant Blog

• Why is my 8 month old baby's poo very pale?

  16 May 2012 | 9:49 am

  My baby is 8 months. Eating solids very well and on minimal milk +- 500ml at the most per day. She has been in hospital 3 times with bronchitus and pneumonia.

• Sunblock for 4 month old

  16 May 2012 | 9:41 am

  Hi there, was wondering if you know of any sunblocks that are safe for 4month olds? I have heard that Episencial Sunny Sunscreen may be, but I'm not positive.

• Baby Coupons and Discount Codes for January - February, 2012

  6 Jan 2012 | 12:06 pm

  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.

• What types of foods should I give my son? He is just starting table foods.

  4 Jan 2012 | 4:39 pm

  My 9 month old son just got the go ahead for strictly table foods from our doctor. I am wondering what to give him for breakfast and lunch? Dinner he eats

• Constipation and Fever

  30 Nov 2011 | 1:30 pm

  My 20 month old son hasn't pooped in 3 and a half days and also has had a fever for that long, is something seriously wrong? It is now Monday morning,

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• A Hard Earned Love Story

  Heidi

  14 May 2012 | 12:36 pm

  Yesterday marked my second Mother’s Day. My Miriam Scarlett (Mira for short) – celebrated her first birthday on March 15. We have come so, so far since she came into the world. It was not only the beginning of her life, but the beginning of our lives as parents. Mira was the first for each of us. My last trimester was a difficult one and she was born two weeks early at 5 pounds 13 ounces. She was tiny but intense from the beginning. Our first challenge, as it is for many, was breastfeeding. She simply refused – after two days she had dropped dangerously fast to under 5 pounds.

• Happy Mother’s Day

  Leslie

  13 May 2012 | 10:38 am

  I remember my first Mother’s Day well, and it wasn’t for the reason that lots of other moms remember their first Mother’s Day. My daughter was just shy of 3 months old and screaming up a storm while we were surrounded by family and friends at our big annual Mother’s Day brunch. Little kids were running around everywhere  and playing, and I was holding my screaming child. At that point my husband and I were still barely getting any sleep, and as I have admitted in previous blog posts, I hadn’t yet bonded with my poor colicky baby girl. I have a distinct recollection of sitting on…

• Rejoining the World

  Sean

  7 May 2012 | 8:42 am

  Sooner or later it will be time – perhaps not yet, but one day you’re going to recognize that it’s time to come out of your hole. You’ll step tentatively at first, maybe squint a bit. You might even be surprised to see what your partner looks like by the light of day, not as a father at midnight madly trying to hush a baby back to sleep, but as the man you chose to spend your life with, the one with whom you made the colossal decision to have these socially ostracizing creatures in the first place. Oh yes, sooner or later it will be time. Having young children can make you forget…

• 5 Common Childhood Sleep Myths Debunked

  Erica

  3 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  When baby isn’t sleeping, you may be willing to try anything to get those little eyes to close. And while well-meaning friends and family always have their best advice handy, many parents compound the sleep problem by following the wrong advice. Here are 5 common sleep myths you’ll want to avoid: Myth #1: “If I put my baby to bed later, she will sleep later the next morning.” Reality Check: Adults can compensate for a late bedtime by sleeping in the next morning. Babies often cannot. A pattern of too-late bedtimes may mean earlier waking and sleep deprivation for baby. Overtired…

• Baby Sleep System Giveaway & Discount

  admin

  26 Apr 2012 | 2:46 pm

  You may remember my recent review of the Miracle Baby Sleep System.   Since then, a number of our readers and Facebook members have emailed me with questions about the system, or to tell me they are planning to try it out with their sleep-challenged baby or toddler. Well, I have good news for you! SmartWav, the company that produces the system, has offered to award a Sleep System to one of our lucky readers. To enter, you just need to ‘like’ us! Here’s how: 1.  Go to the official Facebook page of the Miracle Baby Sleep System, and click ‘like’. 2. If you…

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• Potty Training Our Son Part XIV

  15 May 2012 | 8:31 pm

  Before we began this potty training journey, I was positively terrified. I did not know what to expect and I did not know how successful we would be after several failed attempts. It seemed to be an arduous task that all parents have to tackle at some point in their child's development.

• Do We Need to be Mom Enough?

  14 May 2012 | 5:23 pm

  The cover of Time magazine has everyone talking. By now, everyone has at least heard about the cover of the woman nursing her toddler as he is standing on a chair to reach her breast. Some were outraged wit the cover.

• Wrestling A Baby To Sleep

  14 May 2012 | 4:53 pm

  Last night, I certainly felt like I was in a wrestling match. Since we are currently co-sleeping (and not entirely by our choice, but more so our baby's) it is always a little tricky with three people in the bed. But, this morning, I woke up feeling like I had literally been wrestling all night.

• Potty Training Our Son Part XIII

  13 May 2012 | 4:19 pm

  Potty training continued into week four with great success. Sometimes our son would announce that he had to go pee or poop and sometimes he would just go by himself (very exciting).

• Potty Training Our Son Part XII

  9 May 2012 | 3:55 pm

  After our grocery store adventures and visiting grandma and grandpa diaper free, we successfully reached another milestone of potty training. Our son continued to use the potty with relative ease for the rest of the week (he still required assistance wiping after a poop).

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  Babyrazzi

• Real Housewives Of New Jersey’s Teresa Giudice Shows Off Her Daughters

  BabyRazziSherry

  16 May 2012 | 1:41 pm

  Teresa Giudice, star of the Bravo series ‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’, shared these photos of her adorable daughters, Audriana and Milania, on Twitter.  The reality mom shared: Hi from Joe, Audriana & me! We’re celebrating my new book at my friend Kimmy’s house! And of course Milania wanted to say hi too: Teresa [...]

• Chris Hemsworth And Elsa Pataky Take Daughter India For Her First Outing

  BabyRazziSherry

  16 May 2012 | 12:30 pm

  ‘Snow White and the Huntsman‘ star Chris Hemsworth and actress Elsa Pataky are beaming new parents.  The celebrity couple was spotted taking their new baby daughter India Rose out for a stroll in London. Elsa looks amazing just days after giving birth!     Photos by Fameflynet BabyRazzi on Facebook and Twitter

• Lunchtime Links With Britney Spears

  BabyRazziSherry

  16 May 2012 | 11:30 am

  Britney Spears attends the FOX upfront presentations to announce her new position as a judge on The X Factor. Courtney Mazza enjoys Mother’s Day with her daughter Gia.  (Celebrity Baby Scoop) Charlize Theron wears a J necklace for her son.  (Celebrity Babies – People) Take the best photos of your kids.  (Lil Sugar) Revenge gets [...]

• Kim Kardashian Tweets Adorable Photo Of Nephew Mason With Bruce Jenner

  BRJoanna

  16 May 2012 | 10:30 am

  How cute is this?! Reality television star Kim Kardashian tweeted an adorable picture of her nephew, Kourtney Kardashian‘s son Mason hanging out with his grandfather, Bruce Jenner. I’m sure the Kardashian family is now counting down the days until Kourtney gives birth to Mason’s soon-to-be little sister. We can’t wait to find out what they [...]

• Rachel Uchitel Gives Birth To A Baby Girl

  BRJoanna

  16 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  Former Tiger Woods mistress Rachel Uchitel is now a mom. Rachel along with her husband Matt Hahn welcomed a baby girl into the world early Wednesday morning and named her Wyatt Lilly. The baby weighed in at just more than 7 pounds, and “both Rachel and baby are resting comfortably,” according to Rachel’s spokesperson. Congratulations [...]

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• Sophie and the City: Kids’ Book Ups the Glam Factor

  bshowell1271

  16 May 2012 | 1:00 pm

  Inset: Billy Farrell Agency Following her father’s passing, Kelly Florio Kasouf attempted to write down their best memories together, including her frequent trips to New York City’s Conde Nast building as a child, where her dad, Steve Florio, served as publisher. “I was missing my dad — and all these wonderful times I had with him, and I was so afraid I was forgetting his memory,” she tells PEOPLE. “I sat at the computer and I wrote all of my memories down, and it turned out to be a children’s book.” The final result, The Super Adventures of…

• Molly Sims Celebrates Her Baby Shower

  Sarah

  16 May 2012 | 11:30 am

  Molly Sims‘s son isn’t due for another month, but after her shower, the mom-to-be is already feeling inundated with affection for her little one. “Based on all of the overwhelming love and support I felt from my friends and family at the shower, this is going to be one very adored baby,” Sims wrote in a post on MollySims.com. The baby, which Sims recently revealed is a boy, will be the first child for the model-actress and her husband, Scott Stuber. Sims also shared a photo of herself, holding up baby pictures of her and her husband. Gia Canali for MollySims.com Saying…

• Around the Web…

  Sarah

  16 May 2012 | 11:00 am

  Happy Hump Day! Give Wednesday’s links a click: Can a 9-year-old be a psychopath? – The New York Times How to handle allergies when pregnant – iVillage.com Chronic poverty can affect a child’s mental health – HuffPost Parents Should you bring your kids on your honeymoon? – lilSugar.com Why kids fear clowns – Yahoo! Shine

• Spotted: Chris Hemsworth Steps Out with His Lovely Ladies

  Sarah

  16 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  Eagle Press The Avengers may be blowing up the box office but Chris Hemsworth, who plays Thor in the action-packed superhero film, is likely more interested in baby rattles than any magical hammer. The actor and wife Elsa Pataky, who welcomed a baby girl last Friday, stepped out with daughter India Rose on Wednesday. Married since 2010, Hemsworth, 28, and Pataky, 35, look as happy as proud new parents can be as they made their way through London’s Notting Hill neighborhood. “I always liked Indie or Indiana for a boy, and she liked India. We went, ‘Oh well, whether it’s…

• 1 Trend, 3 Ways: Mini Graphic Music Tees

  Anya

  16 May 2012 | 9:00 am

  Mini music men! Everyone from Otis Maguire (May 4) and Usher V (June 2011) to Jaid Nilon (Sept. 2011) have been channeling their inner beat while out and about in cute graphic music tees. Turgeon/Steffman/Splash News Online; X17; Mr Photoman/Splash News Online With styles ranging from flying tracks to classic boom boxes, your little guy will love sprucing up his graphic tee collection. Ready to shop? We’ve rounded up our top picks — for every budget — below. Courtesy Appaman Splurge Nothing fishy here: Appaman‘s Blowfish Hooded Tank ($38) is oh-so hip with its…

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  BinkyBlogs:: The best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the web

• Mattresses Might Improve Your Sleep; They?ll Probably Ruin Your Sex Life

  blogdig.net

  16 May 2012 | 11:20 am

  Which would you rather have: good sleep or good sex? This is the dilemma that many couples are facing when it comes time to buy a new mattress. It seems that sales of those super-plush mattresses are on the rise, and with good reason--we sleep better on them. But, according to a recent Barron's report, they also have a serious downside--bad sex. More »Post from: Blisstree ---- 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

• Raspberry Pink and Gray Nursery

  blogdig.net

  16 May 2012 | 11:08 am

  The basic plan for this baby girl's raspberry pink and gray nursery was for the design to be one that she could grow with. Mom also wanted the room to ---- linkBinkyBlogs:: The best baby / infant and early child raising blog posts from around the web

• Nursery Companies: Stop Making Deadly Crib Bumpers!

  blogdig.net

  16 May 2012 | 10:26 am

  We realize that crib bumpers are a sweet design complement to cute sheets and curtains, but they can be deadly. So deadly that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), an organization of 60,000 pediatricians, unequivocally states that "bumper pads should not be used in cribs." So why do many major retailers from Pottery Barn to Land of Nod continue to sell them? ---- 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

• Help LamanBlu Show at Children's Club - a Kickstarter Campaign

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  16 May 2012 | 10:21 am

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• Incredible Childhood Weight Loss Story

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  16 May 2012 | 9:58 am

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• Oishi-M gespot door ‘Just by Manon’

  zazou.eu

  14 May 2012 | 1:23 pm

  Justbymanon is een blogsite over kidsfashion en kindermode, opgezet door – hoe kan het ook anders – Manon. Ze schrijft hier met passie over de laatste kindermode. Van jongen tot meisje en van baby tot tiener. Naast haar druk bezette leven als mama van 3 boys vind ze dus de tijd om ons allemaal te voorzien van het laatste nieuws en de leukste hippe items! Wij zijn dan ook trots dat we kunnen vermelden dat Oishi-M door Manon gespot is. Wil je haar artikel over deze hippe kinderkleding lezen? Kijk dan hier! Wil je Oishi-M zelf spotten? Kijk dan op Zazou!

• Smafolk nieuw in de collectie bij Zazou!

  zazou.eu

  10 May 2012 | 10:24 am

  De aller-aller-allereerste levering van Smafolk is binnen. Voor ons dan hè. Een mooi, hip, retro kinderkledingmerk wat we graag willen vertegenwoordigen binnen Zazou.eu. En nu is het dan eindelijk zover. We konden natuurlijk niet wachten om het eerste deel van de collectie uit te pakken. Zo spannend om de nieuwe prints te ontdekken, de kwaliteit van de kleding te voelen en direct naar combinaties te zoeken! Tot nu toe zijn er dan 2 jurkjes, een rokje èn een t-shirt binnen gekomen en die hebben we vanmiddag gelijk online gezet. Kijk hieronder maar wat er intussen online staat. Maar er komt…

• Nieuwe collectie Oishi-M Online

  zazou.eu

  8 May 2012 | 8:01 am

  We hebben er hard aan gewerkt om de nieuwe collectie van Oishi-M kinderkleding online te krijgen! Altijd weer een heel karwei, maar heerlijk om te zien dat al die mooie retro kinderkleding weer op de site staat, èn dat er al met zoveel enthousiasme op gereageerd wordt! Laten we even starten met een aantal zomeritems, ook al is het nog geen lekker weer Hippe korte broekjes en prachtige rokjes: De collectie is groot en bestaat ook nog eens uit meer verschillende ontwerpen die ze onlangs als nieuwe modellen hebben uitgebracht. Daar waar Oishi-M zich in eerste instantie richtte op de soepele…

• WILD’s frivolous flora and fauna summer collection

  zazou.eu

  17 Mar 2011 | 8:47 am

  WILD‘s frivolous flora and fauna summer collection is now online at Zazou.eu!

• New: Tapete, 100% organic T-shirts and jumpsuits

  zazou.eu

  18 Jan 2011 | 6:13 am

  So cute, our new organic brand Tapete! 

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  The Baby Tips Blog - Facts, Tips And Parent Discussions About Pregnancy And Baby Care

• May 11, Can Stress Cause Miscarriage? Yes, Maybe. Then What?

  11 May 2012 | 7:06 am

  According to some research, there may be a link between stress and miscarriage, as well as between stress and preterm labor. Here this potential link is explained as well as what a pregnant women should do if stress cause miscarriage.

• May 3, Baby Pacifiers - Tips For Safe And Hygienic Usage

  3 May 2012 | 6:02 am

  Learn how to use baby pacifiers in a safe and convenient way. How to clean them, check that they are not broken, and how to limit usage.

• May 2, Weight And Fertility In Women (Hint: Shed The lbs And Boost Your Fertility!)

  2 May 2012 | 8:19 am

  Want to get pregnant? Then you'd better keep an eye on your weight. Research has confirmed several links between weight and fertility in women. Both being overweight and underweight can reduce a woman's fertiliy. So being perfect is just right. Dough!

• May 2, 3rd Time's A Charm...Right?

  2 May 2012 | 6:10 am

  My husband and I have 2 wonderful boys (age 10 and 5). In the summer of 2010 we found out we were expecting #3! We were excited! We had just moved into

• Apr 27, The Link Between Weight And Fertility In Men (Hint: No More Beers, Dad!)

  27 Apr 2012 | 7:33 am

  Not only mom needs to keep her weight under control to get pregnant. Research has also found a link between weight and fertility in men. Lower sperm count or even no sperm count may be the result of being overweight.

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  Shaman Mother

• Travel Photography

  Shaman Mother

  18 Apr 2012 | 4:46 pm

• Love is a many splendored thing

  Shaman Mother

  10 Feb 2012 | 5:34 pm

  Valentine’s Day scents are in the air with roses, candy, cards, candles and love songs… then why in the world is Adele the British pop singer, the #1 entertainer in the world with her songs about heart break?  Millions of people relate to her sad songs. Is humanity addicted to pain?  As I‘m writing this [...]

• Truth

  Shaman Mother

  8 Oct 2011 | 8:55 pm

  One of my favorite childhood stories was Pinocchio, the toy made by loving hands of Geppetto who created the puppet.  Pinocchio like the prodigal son goes through a series of experiences that hurt and disappoint his Father.  One of the scenes in the Disney movie that stands out is when Pinocchio lies and his nose [...]

• Hurricanes in life are good

  Shaman Mother

  27 Aug 2011 | 7:00 am

  This Blog was written last year at this time…..thought it was appropriate to re-post this Blog. I’m confident that everyone has weathered the storm! _________________________________________________________ Back blogging…..just recently returned from an annual family vacation in Bermuda. I have been in Bermuda the last week in August for over twenty-five years. It’s hurricane season and in [...]

• Expectations…are they good or bad?

  Shaman Mother

  16 Jul 2011 | 10:40 am

  It’s healthy to have dreams, goals and desires in life.The real trick is to accept the outcome realizing that there is good in everything.It’s truly a balancing act! How many of us live life without any expectations?  I know that I don’t.  As a human being I have a perspective of how things SHOULD be [...]

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  Baby Nursery Ideas Blog

• Raspberry Pink and Gray Nursery

  16 May 2012 | 11:08 am

  The basic plan for this baby girl's raspberry pink and gray nursery was for the design to be one that she could grow with. Mom also wanted the room to

• Baby Girl Nursery with Peachy Cherry Crib Bedding

  15 May 2012 | 10:33 am

  When we think of cherry baby crib bedding, you might imagine it in a red nursery color scheme, right? It's true that most fabrics with a cherry print usually feature the cherries in the pattern in red but this baby girl's bedding set is the exception to the rule. When mom couldn't find the peach and ivory crib set that she had envisioned; she found peach cherry fabric and made the crib skirt and bumper pad herself as well as her own mobile. Once the homemade baby bedding set was completed, mom went on to make many of her own baby girl's nursery decorations as well as homemade storage bins for…

• Mushroom Furniture for an Alice in Wonderland or Forest Baby Nursery Theme

  14 May 2012 | 10:38 am

  This felted wool project produced the perfect mushroom furniture for an Alice in Wonderland or Forest baby nursery theme. Felted Wool Forest Friends Mushroom Stool Project Tutorial Soft upholstered mushroom furniture would make an excellent homemade gift for an Alice in Wonderland baby shower. The stool would add a whimsical touch to a forest themed nursery and the hidden interior storage compartment is just big enough to hold a cache of baby's favorite toys. For those of us not into crafts, there are other options for introducing mushroom furniture into the baby's room. See More Here A…

• I Love a Bird Nursery Theme

  12 May 2012 | 3:49 pm

  I love a bird nursery theme and this Birds and Branches themed room decorated for a baby boy is my current favorite. What I find most appealing about

• Branches, Birds and Lots of Love Went Into Decorating This Baby Boy's Nursery Theme

  12 May 2012 | 2:41 pm

  In each and every one of these baby nursery photos we see birds, branches and lots of love put into making many of the nursery's decorations. The baby's bird crib mobile was made from leftover fabric, a rustic, twig wreath and invisible, nylon fishing line. It's amazing what can be done with fabric scraps. This crib quilt made from fabric scraps left over from sewing the nursery curtains and other sewing projects is the handiwork of another family member who is obviously very talented at quilting. Daddy put his woodworking talent to work and made his son a sturdy, wooden rocking horse that is…

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  Parenting Course | Parent Classes | My Mommy Manual

• Babywearing

  Zen Mommy

  14 May 2012 | 10:03 pm

  Wanting to hold your baby is natural and has benefits for both parents AND baby. Babywearing. This is literally the ONLY way I was able to grocery shop with my twins (six months old in this picture.) I wore them in different ways at different ages and I hope this review of the hows and whys encourages you to look into the many different babywearing options there are out there for parents these days. They are two now and our sling is still getting a work out, mostly around the house when I’m cleaning up and with light food prep for dinner these days. Babywearing makes life easier and…

• Go Tell Them All I Did Not Die…

  Zen Mommy

  8 May 2012 | 2:52 pm

  Tears. Puddles. Choking feeling in my throat as I just clicked on this song, written for another mother with an angel baby. Baby Jack. Taken early in his life at just nine days old. The song moves through me. Around me. Lifts me up even as it tears me down. The pain is still there (when I allow it.) This song brings me there. My breath carries me through it. Thank you Spirit for this beautiful reminder today of my babies in heaven. I love you my little angels. Thank you for the gift you are in my life. For watching down on me from the other side. As I prepare to remember you each uniquely on…

• On How I Manipulate My Kids and Wonder Woman

  Zen Mommy

  7 May 2012 | 6:55 am

  ma-nip-u-late [muh-nip-yuh-leyt] verb (used with object) 1.  to manage or influence skillfully. 2. to adapt or change to suit one’s purpose or advantage. ————- I manipulate my kids, especially my youngest two. Why do I do this evil thing? Most likely it’s because, like the definition says, it suits my purpose. I get it sounds selfish, but truly, when I consciously attempt to manipulate my kids, it’s out of love. The unconscious manipulations? That’s a different post entirely. When I act from a conscious place though, I do it to suit my needs…

• Is Attachment Parenting a Feminist Crutch? (My Response)

  Zen Mommy

  30 Apr 2012 | 2:49 pm

  How we parent. It’s a hot topic, full of judgment as evident in the recent TIME Magazine cover article “Are You Mom Enough“. It would seem the media likes this thing called the mommy wars. The controversy sells magazines and books I suppose. But what does it do for us moms? Below is my response to TIME and other’s in the media that wish to judge. How we are mom and WHAT is enough. Nobody gets to answer these questions for us. We, each of us, get to write our own mommy manual. And we don’t have to pick a camp when writing it.  (updated 05/10/2012) Is attachment…

• Hopeful Miscarriage: First Pregnancy Miscarriage

  Zen Mommy

  15 Apr 2012 | 9:28 pm

  This is a place for us to share our stories. Stories of miscarriage, stillbirth and early infant loss. Together we can loosen the grip of pain on our hearts. Together we can be hopeful. The topic of miscarriage and infant loss is close to my heart. I’ve long wanted to make a place for us to share our stories. Because our stories are powerful. Our lives are not our own, they are for us to share. Every few weeks I’ll share a new video message with you from a mother who has experienced pregnancy loss. These stories are real and they are full of wisdom… and hope. This…

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  About.com Baby Products

• Bunny Sippy Cups Sold at Target Recalled

  16 May 2012 | 4:24 am

  © 2012, CPSC.gov. The bunny ears on these bunny sippy cups can poke a child in the eye while they're trying to take a drink, and that danger of eye injury is the reason the cups are now under recall. Six incidents of the bunny's ear poking a child were reported. Three of those incidents resulted in cuts or bruises around the eyes....Read Full Post

• What's New at About Baby Products?

  30 Apr 2012 | 4:15 pm

  Pricegrabber.com. This week, I'd like to introduce you to one of the coolest strollers ever made. I had a chance to review the 4Moms Origami stroller, which has its own power generators in the wheels to run a sweet digital display and the automatic open and close system. This stroller also has innovative safety features. Before you take it on a test drive, you can also check out these stroller safety tips....Read Full Post

• Photo of the Week: Nom Nom!

  23 Apr 2012 | 10:15 pm

  © 2012, H.C. Four-month-old Collin taste-tests one of his Infantino Barn Babies teethers. Do you have a baby photo to share? Send it in for the Baby Products Photo of the Week!

• Drop-Side Cribs Sold at J.C. Penney Recalled

  23 Apr 2012 | 9:28 pm

  © 2012, CPSC. More than 16,000 Rockland Furniture drop-side cribs are recalled because the drop sides can detach, malfunction or otherwise fail. This can allow a dangerous gap to form between the drop side and the mattress where a child can become entrapped. This poses a suffocation and strangulation hazard. A child can also fall out the crib. Five instances of the drop side malfunctioning or detaching were reported, including one incident in which a child became entrapped and had minor scratches and bruises....Read Full Post

• Safety 1st Cabinet Locks Recalled

  23 Apr 2012 | 9:15 pm

  © 2012, CPSC. About 900,000 Safety 1st Push n Snap cabinet locks are recalled because they may not keep kids out of cabinets. Some kids can disengage the locks, which would allow access to cabinet contents. This poses a risk of injury due to dangerous products in the cabinets....Read Full Post

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  The Baby Sleep Site™ - Baby Sleep Help | Toddler Sleep Help | Custom Sleep Help

• How Many Naps Does Your Baby or Toddler Actually Need?

  Emily DeJeu

  15 May 2012 | 4:00 am

  Napping is a hot topic around The Baby Sleep Site, and it’s no wonder: most of us count nap time as our favorite time of the day! Of course, naps are essential for the health and development of your baby, but don’t count yourself out — you need a little downtime during the day, too! And naps offer the perfect opportunity for you to get a little breather. One of the most popular questions we get around here (aside from “How can I get my baby to nap longer?”) is “How many naps does my baby/toddler need each day?” All babies are different and your baby will develop at a…

• 3 Important Things To Do On Mother’s Day

  Emily DeJeu

  8 May 2012 | 4:00 am

  Here in the U.S., we’re just 5 days away from a holiday beloved by moms everywhere: Mother’s Day! And, if it’s your first, it’s even more special. Some of our international readers may have already celebrated Mother’s Day; others may not be celebrating it for months to come. No matter when you celebrate, however, Mother’s Day is special for moms everywhere: it’s a chance for your adoring family to shower you with love and gifts, to tell you how much they appreciate your many sacrifices, and to generally spoil you rotten. Okay, maybe that’s a bit exaggerated. Maybe all…

• Spoil Mom! A Mother’s Day Giveaway

  Kimberly

  4 May 2012 | 9:28 am

  The love we have for our children and the love we receive from our children are the gifts we are fortunate enough to receive every day. While we all know the love we have for our children is unconditional and flows from us naturally, research also shows that a mother’s love for her child actually helps make parts of their brain grow more, giving them a greater memory capacity and ability to handle life stresses. But we don’t need scientific research studies to tell us about the profound impact of a mother’s love on her child. Mother’s love is peace. It need not be…

• How Moving Homes Can Affect Your Child’s Sleep

  Emily DeJeu

  1 May 2012 | 4:00 am

  For most of us, moving does NOT top our list of things we enjoy. Moving creates a multitude of things to worry about, after all. Once you’ve found a new place to buy or to rent, you’re still not even close to done. What about transferring your mail? Or shutting off your utilities? And if your move is an international one, the list gets even longer — what about work visas and passports? Which possessions should you sell and which should you ship? Moving is not for the faint of heart, that’s for sure! But what about our kids? Moving is a stressful event for an adult; is it stressful…

• How Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Affect Sleep

  Emily DeJeu

  24 Apr 2012 | 4:00 am

  Here in the U.S., April marks more than the return of spring flowers and showers — it’s also National Autism Awareness Month. Autism is a growing concern not just in the U.S., but around the world: it’s estimated that 1 in 110 children has ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). That means that even if you haven’t been personally impacted by autism, you likely know someone who has. A diagnosis of ASD presents numerous challenges to families — challenges related to learning, to physical and social development, and (the number one thing we tend to concern ourselves with around this…

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  BabiesRx

• It's Just Facial Flushing

  30 Apr 2012 | 2:50 pm

  Side effects from medicines may be expected, but they are not always pleasant, especially when they affect your appearances. Sometimes they can be avoided; other times you learn to deal with them. Either way, you want to monitor for them, especially if you are on other medicines that may increase your risk for these side effects or the condition you are treating already may worsen with the new

• Going Under

  12 Apr 2012 | 11:11 am

  My 6-year-old daughter just went in for surgery about 15 minutes ago. She had chosen me as the parent who gets to watch her fall asleep with the laughing gas. I was fine with that, because I did that with my son when he went in a couple of years ago. They had "Finding Nemo" playing so the mask did not phase him, and he quickly went out. This time, there was no TV playing. She got up on the table

• A Kid's Advice: "Run for your eyes!"

  18 May 2011 | 8:15 am

  "Run for your eyes!" my daughter cried as I sprinted back into the house from the playground last Monday. Normally that line would tickle me; my daughter's friend thought that was the actual line and introduced us to it. I wasn't laughing this time, because it was true; I had to run to save my eyes.My seasonal allergies had been pretty much under control until last Monday when I sat outside to

• Timing is Key

  16 Feb 2011 | 1:35 am

  Having knowledge about common childhood infections does not mean that I always know when to bring my children in to the pediatrician when they have signs and symptoms of colds. In fact, there have been a few times when I knew the cause was viral and there would be nothing for the pediatrician to offer, but I made an appointment anyway. I needed to prove to myself that that was the case and

• "Isn't he a little young to see the dentist?"

  2 Jun 2010 | 4:28 pm

  Not too long ago, I blogged about my son's decaying teeth from breast milk. We just finished a series of visits to remove the decay and then place crowns on his four front teeth. He was a champ overall, despite waterfalls of tears. However, every morning he has been asking, "No doctor? No doctor?" The poor boy has suffered through immunizations, local anesthetic injections, drilling, and

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  :: mon petit amour :: {canadian baby blog}

• :: eating out with kids in calgary ::

  1 May 2012 | 11:52 pm

  In our family, we love to eat. Luckily, H loves to eat too, and is a great little restaurant companion, probably due to how many he has visited in his little life! We tend to frequent interesting local restaurants as opposed to chains, and we have found a few gems in our experience dining out with a little one.  The picture above was taken at Wurst this afternoon. We've found that more trendy restaurants are less stressful when you visit during a quiet time, and we enjoyed a late lunch there in a relatively empty restaurant. The décor is beautiful and the food was delicious.

• :: spring has sprung - finally ::

  24 Apr 2012 | 4:56 pm

  Spring is here, and we are loving the warm weather for running around, and for practicing with my new-to-me camera. Evening light is the best :)

• :: fair trade easter ::

  6 Apr 2012 | 5:22 pm

      The Easter Bunny buys fair-trade truffles from Choklat One of the reasons I love being a teacher is because my students inspire me to be a lifelong learner. I volunteer with our school's Humanitarian Outreach Group and at our weekly meetings we discuss how to make the world a better place for people. We volunteer our time locally, raise awareness about international human rights issues, and raise money at times to support humanitarian causes. We work together to decide how to donate our money in our KIVA micro-credit account - which allows people in developing nations…

• :: 30 before 30 ::

  2 Apr 2012 | 10:29 pm

    So...I started a 30 before 30 list last year and the deadline is quickly approaching - I turn 30 on Easter Sunday. Most of the time, I still think I'm in my mid-twenties, and when I am at school teaching, I don't feel much older than the high school students. I'm not dreading turning 30, if anything I think I am happier now than I was at any other age. I am much more comfortable and confident in myself, and I have a beautiful family, a wonderful job and so much to be thankful for. I haven't checked off everything on my list, but I have accomplished a few notable things: - finally…

• :: on repeat - everything at once {lenka} ::

  29 Mar 2012 | 2:00 am

  Everything At Once - promo video from LenkaMusic on Vimeo. Stealing a page from Andrea's book with the post title today. I love her whole blog, but especially her "on repeat" posts for finding new music :) My husband saw this ad on our Lion King DVD, he knew I would love the song, and downloaded Lenka's CD, which I am really enjoying lately. Everything at Once is such a fun and cheerful song....and it is too cute to hear Hunter sing along! p.s check out Lenka's site to hear her singing the song with fan lyrics - what dedication! Can't wait to hear about her new addition coming very soon.

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  Playground Confidential

• The Beaches

  rebecca

  14 May 2012 | 11:31 pm

  Sometimes in the summer the kids and I will pick up Ed from work and then drive right across town to the east-end Beaches for dinner and a stroll on the boardwalk. We do it when it’s easier than facing the throng of late rush hour traffic heading west. I do it when I just [...]

• Off With Their Heads

  rebecca

  11 May 2012 | 3:40 am

  “Mommy? Is my tiara on upside down again?” I let out a long sigh of resignation. “No, sweetie. It’s right side up. And … And it looks lovely.” She skips over to the mirror to admire herself. “I’m being a princess.” “That’s fine, Irene. You can pretend to be a princess if you want.” “I [...]

• On Not Keeping Up At All Oh God Please Help

  rebecca

  8 May 2012 | 12:31 pm

  Life is a complete scramble right now. It’s not just the mad rush to cram lunch in my kids’ faces and pack Colum a snack and get everybody out the door in time to catch the school bus every single day. It’s not just the trying to get a six year old out of a [...]

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  The Soft Landing Blog

• How Dishwashers and Microwaves Differ in the Way They Heat Plastic

  Alicia

  30 Apr 2012 | 9:00 pm

  It may not be the most popular recommendation I’ve ever made, but at this point in my research, I don’t have an issue with washing dishes on the top rack of a non-commercial dishwasher.  I do, however, recommend against microwaving plastic. I’ve been asked hundreds of times why in the world I’m okay with dishwashers, [...]

• Eco+Logical: Mission Possible

  Alicia

  26 Apr 2012 | 11:23 am

  You already know that we’re serious about raising healthy kids the natural way.  And while one of our passions will always be researching safer plastics, we’ve been working to broaden the scope of The Soft Landing to include more topics, such as natural remedies, DIY tips, real food and local, sustainable living. Bet you’re wondering [...]

• The Dangers of Corn in Your Child’s Diet

  Alicia

  21 Apr 2012 | 3:58 pm

  Expert Guest Article by Chef Becky Ross Corn is everywhere in the American diet, from soft drinks to baked goods to sauces and dressings. High fructose corn syrup (HFCS), corn starch and MSG are some of worst. My personal experience with eliminating corn began after I had become gluten and dairy free for over 7 [...]

• Campbell’s Responds to Concerned Parents and Commits to Removing BPA from Cans

  Alicia

  6 Mar 2012 | 7:00 am

  It felt like a rumor when I first heard it. The All-American soup company going BPA-free? But it's true. And I can't tell you how much I'm savoring the parent-driven, grassroots movement that created the kind of change that legislation often can't.

• Is the Arsenic Found in Organic Brown Rice Syrup Based Baby Formulas Dangerous?

  Alicia

  17 Feb 2012 | 2:31 pm

  A new study found that certain baby formulas containing organic brown rice syrup have 20-30 times more inorganic arsenic than those without the ingredient. The levels were significantly higher than the acceptable limits set for water by the EPA. The Dartmouth researchers said that rice takes up the natural arsenic from the soil, so brown rice syrup can have high arsenic concentrations whether the rice is grown organically or not. Inorganic arsenic exposure through ingestion has been linked to cancer of the skin, bladder, liver, and lung. And as you know, babies are especially vulnerable to…

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  Sprittibee

• Every Day is Mother’s Day

  Sprittibee

  14 May 2012 | 9:35 pm

  It isn’t too late to thank a good mother just because the national holiday has come and gone. Moms don’t get a day off – and it seems kind of silly to limit the gratitude to one day per year. Trust me. I know first hand (times 4) how much encouragement a mom needs all year. Motherhood is hard. Sticky. Gritty. Taxing. Never-ending. [Sometimes painful.] It’s also wonderful. Amazing. Beautiful. Fulfilling. Fun. It’s hard to explain. A blogging friend of mine decided she wanted to capture the “mess and glory” of motherhood. She gathered the thoughts, experiences, and photographs…

• A Hallmark Mother's Day

  Sprittibee

  12 May 2012 | 12:19 pm

  I know that Mother's Day is tomorrow, and that this video is telling you to get your cards in the mail... but my crazy life prevented me from warning you on time. You can hear the chaos in the background. Just listen for the gleefully mischevious toddler and the little "not-happy-unless-I'm-in-mom's-arms" baby. Don't make fun of me for my first vlog attempt, please. I know I look and sound ridiculous on video. I thought I would share my crazy kids with you for mother's day - and show you the kind of amazing teenage 'tude I'm dealin' with on a regular basis. #pray4me I so enjoyed meeting up…

• Girl Interrupted

  Sprittibee

  6 May 2012 | 6:28 pm

  It's been a while since I shared a random list. Or reviewed my to-do list. Or ate six chocolate chip cookies. No, wait, I just ate six chocolate chip cookies a minute ago. Now, where did I put that glass of milk? TO DO THIS WEEK: bills and checkbook budget for trip in June / email contact for lease / pray hard menu / groceries thank you card for Pop - who paid for my break job (I heart him.) plans for the weekend finalized unpack / laundry homeschool assignment lists for the week 'heart over mind' - part 10 of "accidental unschooling" series back up photos edit bluebonnet pix / review…

• 10 Days of Accidental Unschooling - Day 9: Reading to Succeed

  Sprittibee

  3 May 2012 | 7:49 pm

  NOTE: This is Part 9 of a 10 day series on Accidental Unschooling that is taking me LONGER than 10 days to write (sorry). I have had a little distraction in my life last week (hosting a blogger retreat weekend at my house) and it has been a very busy homeschool week following. If you are OCD and want to start from the introduction or Part 1, hop to the bottom of this post and use the conveniently provided links! Reading is the gateway to all other knowledge. Students who do not learn efficient reading skills are blocked from every other subject in their schooling. ~ (The National Center to…

• 10 Days of Accidental Unschooling - Day 8: Carschooling and Fieldtripping

  Sprittibee

  28 Apr 2012 | 2:10 pm

  NOTE: This is Part 8 of a 10 day series on Accidental Unschooling that is taking me LONGER than 10 days to write (sorry). If you are OCD and want to start from the introduction or Part 1, hop to the bottom of this post and use the conveniently provided links! Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind.  ~Seneca A NEW VIEW I talked to an old friend recently who had gone on vacation for the weekend with her spouse. They left the kids behind and traveled a few hours on a short road trip to a nearby town to stay in a bed and breakfast. During that time they went on a "field…

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  Nancy's Baby Names

• Top Baby Boy Name Debuts of 2011

  Nancy

  16 May 2012 | 12:05 am

  Here are the boy names that debuted the highest on the SSA’s 2011 baby name list: Jionni, 62 baby boys Itzae, 29 Crixus, 15 Maurkice, 13 Braxson, 12 Edahi, 12 Noahjames, 12 Huxton, 11 Jonuel, 11 Maksimus, 11 Paisley, 11 Vadir, 11 Yeiren, 11 Aazim, 10 Axiel, 10 Bentli, 10 Finch, 10 Jayco, 10 Jermir, 10 Kastle, 10 Some likely explanations: Jionni is from Jionni LaValle, fiance of Jersey Shore “guidette” Snooki. He’s also the father of her unborn baby. Crixus is from Crixus, a character on the TV show Spartacus. (The name of Crixus’s long lost love, Naevia, also…

• Top Baby Girl Name Debuts of 2011

  Nancy

  16 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  Here are the girl names that debuted the highest on the SSA’s 2011 baby name list: Magaby, 50 baby girls Gredmarie, 47 Jocell, 31 Cataleya, 28 Khaleesi, 27 Zendaya, 26 Quorra, 25 Jorley, 22 Ayelene, 21 Locklyn, 17 Adrialys, 16 Dim, 16 Mahniya, 15 Lumen, 14 Brynlynn, 13 Calii, 12 Kiyan, 12 Rhyder, 12 Taisley, 12 Yanilen, 12 Some likely explanations: Magaby is from Magaby Garay, a young singer featured on Mexican reality/talent show Pequeños Gigantes. Gredmarie is from Gredmarie Colon, a contestant on beauty pageant/reality show Nuestra Belleza Latina 2011. Jocell is from Jocell Villa,…

• Biggest Changes in Girl Name Popularity, 2011

  Nancy

  15 May 2012 | 1:22 am

  According to the numbers, Harper saw the biggest increase in usage from 2010 to 2011. Harper, +2012 babies (rank change: 118th to 54th) Aubrey, +1784 babies (rank change: 44th to 20th) Aubree, +1509 babies (rank change: 223rd to 99th) Emma, +1397 babies (rank change: 3rd to 3rd) Zoey, +1164 babies (rank change: 47th to 28th) Sophia, +1129 babies (rank change: 2nd to 1st) Aria, +1066 babies (rank change: 353rd to 157th) Charlotte, +1024 babies (rank change: 46th to 27th) Brooklyn, +1017 babies (rank change: 34th to 21st) Sofia, +981 babies (rank change: 26th to 19th) Poor Isabella — not…

• Biggest Changes in Boy Name Popularity, 2011

  Nancy

  15 May 2012 | 1:20 am

  According to the numbers, Mason was the big winner. Mason saw the greatest increase in usage from 2010 to 2011. (Same as last year, in fact.) Mason, +4597 babies (rank change: 12th to 2nd) Liam, +2442 babies (rank change: 30th to 15th) Bentley, +1774 babies (rank change: 100th to 75th) Axel, +1059 babies (rank change: 187th to 132nd) Easton, +1037 babies (rank change: 145th to 102nd) Jace, +1020 babies (rank change: 146th to 106th) Ayden, +968 babies (rank change: 79th to 70th) Declan, +891 babies (rank change: 274th to 177th) Blake, +885 babies (rank change: 87th to 73rd) Jaxon, +878 babies…

• Baby Names that Became Less Popular in 2011

  Nancy

  15 May 2012 | 1:00 am

  The SSA has re-ordered the top 500 (or so) most popular baby names by rank change. According to these lists, the boy and girl names that decreased the most in terms of rank from 2010 to 2011 were these: Girl names: Brisa, -343 (464th to 807th) Dana, -147 (463rd to 610th) Desiree, -121 (473rd to 594th) Denise, -114 (489th to 603rd) Kimora, -109 (498th to 607th) Brenda, -104 (426th to 530th) Erika, -103 (429th to 532nd) Miley, -99 (217th to 316th) Danna, -98 (267th to 365th) Janiya, -91 (448th to 539th) Boy names: Brett, -119 (389th to 508th) Jamarion, -112 (475th to 587th) Shaun, -105 (483rd…

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  Adults: I Believe in Me, EQ Blog

• Forbes Magazine "Intelligence is overrated!"

  [Your Name Here]

  14 May 2012 | 3:50 pm

  It was my delight to see Forbes article declaring that EQ is more important than IQ! http://www.forbes.com/sites/keldjensen/2012/04/12/intelligence-is-overrated-what-you-really-need-to-succeed/ It is one's EQ that puts your IQ to work.  My definition of EQ/Emotional Intelligence is: The utilization of one's emotions, thoughts (words in the head), words voiced out loud and actions taken in order to make a positive difference in one's life and one's environment. Whether you are a great parent, teacher, doctor, athlete, artist, politician, student - it is using emotional signals,…

• Inspired and Unparalleled

  [Your Name Here]

  9 May 2012 | 5:01 pm

  Inspired asked Unparalleled, “How’d you get to be so unique?” Unparalleled responded, “I Believed in myself.” It's such a joy to see a child full of exuberance, bursting with joy and having ideas of, "Let's do this...what about if we did...how about we build..."   Creativity is abundant with the young and should be with those who are older.  We were born to be creative, it is in our nature and I'm one of those who thinks it should never stop.  It takes high EQ skills of determination, desire, strong character, willingness to learn, explore and…

• Trust in Me...I trust in you...

  [Your Name Here]

  7 May 2012 | 9:12 am

  “You are you, I am Me, Trust in Me, I Trust in You!”  Believe in others as well as yourself! Trust - whew, where does it come from?  How do we develop it?  Does it make us vulnerable?  Trust evolves over time, when we come to know and feel the person we are interacting with will mean what they say, do what they say and are consistent in integrity, thought and action.  It grows when we know they won't harm us with words from their mouth or the thoughts in their head.  We grow to know we can count on them to be consistent.  The flip side is…

• Flourish

  [Your Name Here]

  1 May 2012 | 10:36 am

  Flourish was running in Life’s Marathon, the finish line came into view - there stood Belief waiting to give Flourish a Gold Medal. Flourish: To be in abundance...plentiful, alive with, full with, overflowing.  Great word!  How many times have you flourished?  Felt full to the brim with joy, life, meaning?  How we wish our children could feel like that and as small children they often do.  A child is meant to be filled up, to flourish, to relish the joy of learning, doing, being, becoming!  We are all meant to be that way!  We are geared for that since…

• Confidence

  [Your Name Here]

  30 Apr 2012 | 6:40 am

  Commitment came upon Struggling and Fear. “You really don’t have to take this detour. Let’s go find Confidence to help get you back on track." Confidence, where do you find it?  Don't you just wish it were simply?  Actually in some ways it is if you start early, trouble is most people didn't have skills of EQ taught to them early when the brain was developing.  We learn how to be confident, by seeing and experiencing success.  Confidence "feels" good, it's the signal or reassurance that you can handle life, tackle problems, figure things out, can carry…

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  Kinderkleding Zazou.eu webshop

• Oishi-M gespot door ‘Just by Manon’

  zazou.eu

  14 May 2012 | 1:23 pm

  Justbymanon is een blogsite over kidsfashion en kindermode, opgezet door – hoe kan het ook anders – Manon. Ze schrijft hier met passie over de laatste kindermode. Van jongen tot meisje en van baby tot tiener. Naast haar druk bezette leven als mama van 3 boys vind ze dus de tijd om ons allemaal te voorzien van het laatste nieuws en de leukste hippe items! Wij zijn dan ook trots dat we kunnen vermelden dat Oishi-M door Manon gespot is. Wil je haar artikel over deze hippe kinderkleding lezen? Kijk dan hier! Wil je Oishi-M zelf spotten? Kijk dan op Zazou!

• Smafolk nieuw in de collectie bij Zazou!

  zazou.eu

  10 May 2012 | 10:24 am

  De aller-aller-allereerste levering van Smafolk is binnen. Voor ons dan hè. Een mooi, hip, retro kinderkledingmerk wat we graag willen vertegenwoordigen binnen Zazou.eu. En nu is het dan eindelijk zover. We konden natuurlijk niet wachten om het eerste deel van de collectie uit te pakken. Zo spannend om de nieuwe prints te ontdekken, de kwaliteit van de kleding te voelen en direct naar combinaties te zoeken! Tot nu toe zijn er dan 2 jurkjes, een rokje èn een t-shirt binnen gekomen en die hebben we vanmiddag gelijk online gezet. Kijk hieronder maar wat er intussen online staat. Maar er komt…

• Nieuwe collectie Oishi-M Online

  zazou.eu

  8 May 2012 | 8:01 am

  We hebben er hard aan gewerkt om de nieuwe collectie van Oishi-M kinderkleding online te krijgen! Altijd weer een heel karwei, maar heerlijk om te zien dat al die mooie retro kinderkleding weer op de site staat, èn dat er al met zoveel enthousiasme op gereageerd wordt! Laten we even starten met een aantal zomeritems, ook al is het nog geen lekker weer Hippe korte broekjes en prachtige rokjes: De collectie is groot en bestaat ook nog eens uit meer verschillende ontwerpen die ze onlangs als nieuwe modellen hebben uitgebracht. Daar waar Oishi-M zich in eerste instantie richtte op de soepele…

• WILD’s frivolous flora and fauna summer collection

  zazou.eu

  17 Mar 2011 | 8:47 am

  WILD‘s frivolous flora and fauna summer collection is now online at Zazou.eu!

• New: Tapete, 100% organic T-shirts and jumpsuits

  zazou.eu

  18 Jan 2011 | 6:13 am

  So cute, our new organic brand Tapete! 

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  The Creative Baby Nursery Blog - Nursery Design Inspiration

• Apr 23, Pink Zebra Baby Nursery

  22 Apr 2012 | 9:09 pm

  My inspiration for my baby's nursery came from my love for bright contrasting colors and the fact that I thought my daughter would love them too. I used

• Apr 23, Ballerina Dancer Nursery

  22 Apr 2012 | 8:56 pm

  My ballerina dancer nursery was inspired by the dance photographs of my daughter's aunts and grandmothers. MOST of us have pictures of us dressed up in

• Apr 23, Mexican Nature Nursery

  22 Apr 2012 | 8:29 pm

  My husband and I got married in Cozumel, MX. We've been there many times and love the culture, people, color, scenery, and local flavor. It inspired

• Apr 9, Recall Roundup: Strollers, Cabinet Locks and More

  9 Apr 2012 | 6:41 pm

  Lots of recalled baby products to report since our last update. The following recall reports have been updated: Recently Recalled Toys Report. Rattles and Baby Dolls. Baby Equipment Recall Report. Strollers. Infant Clothing Recalls Report. Infant Bodysuits. Miscellaneous Baby Items Recalled Report. Cabinet Locks. Check back next month for the latest recall alerts. In the meantime don't forget that recalled baby products are not the only danger to your new baby. Use a good safety checklist to make sure you know how to protect your baby in the nursery. Would you like your baby nursery or…

• Apr 1, Royal Vintage Nursery

  1 Apr 2012 | 5:51 pm

  We used the Cotton Tale Design French Cuffs bedding set as a starting point. We wanted to have a fantasy-royal feeling to the room, so the purple color

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  Los Angeles Mamma Blog » Los Angeles Mamma Blog

• Kate Middleton [almost] Wordless Wednesday

  Alexia

  9 May 2012 | 5:37 pm

  Love her. OMG, I love those shoes. (photo courtesy of omg! yahoo!)

• Kohl’s Spring Trends

  Alexia

  26 Apr 2012 | 2:40 pm

  When the weather starts to warm up, it’s time to get a wardrobe makeover. You/I start to feel like it’s time to go out with the old, shed the winter warms, and sport the spring cools. You want to have an awesome spring look to step out in, especially when the weather warms up and you can show some skin. Time to tone and expose. That’s huge this season. At Kohl’s there are so many choices for a spring look. I chose a look from their Open Stitch trend. I chose a short sleeve, remember showing skin is in, textured shrug. I liked the no button look, because I felt it was more versatile. I…

• Monetize Your Blog

  Alexia

  16 Apr 2012 | 5:07 pm

  Tons of these posts have been written, and although I am not an expert (yet) I have been trudging through the process of trying to make money through blogging. The truth is that you should be compensated as a blogger, when you are approached by a product or service asking you to cover them you should demand payment for your work. They don’t work for free, and neither do you. It’s as simple as that. I don’t make enough money to do nothing but blog right now, but I make some extra cash, which I can use for entertainment purposes, and that’s nice. Social platforms…

• Laundry

  Alexia

  16 Apr 2012 | 3:09 pm

  How about it? How much laundry do you do? As a mother, and wife I always have laundry waiting to be done. Always. I don’t care how much laundry I feel like I’ve done. I could have done all the laundry there was, and just like that there will be more. It’s amazing It’s like agic. The moment I think I’ve finished it all, and I’ve taken a sigh of relief. Because let’s face it, nobody likes to do laundry; it’s one of those chores that is easily neglected, and just as easily piles up. It creeps up on you. You look away, and the next thing you know…

• Doodle Darlings

  Alexia

  16 Apr 2012 | 2:26 pm

    Sometime ago I was approached about doing a review for this brand. These little animals are adorable and would be great choice for a child of any age. My daughter will be 3 next month and she loves her Doodle Darlings. I received all four: Snap Dragon the Dinosaur; Laurie the Lion; Bramble the Bunny; and Honey Suckle the Horse. My daughter loves lions, so she plays with Laurie often; but she loves dinosaurs too, lately she’s been cozying up and sleeping with Snap Dragon. They’re a perfect size for her as she can get her little hands around them and hold them really well.

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  Latest Updates from Stroller-Envy | Best Baby Strollers Blog

• New Baby Jogger City Mini GT DOUBLED!

  16 May 2012 | 12:32 pm

  One of Baby Jogger's most anticipated releases, the City Mini GT is a jazzed-up version of the regular City Mini with extra features. Some of these upgrades include roomier seats, adjustable height handle, and all-terrain forever air tires that take you over all kinds of surfaces. Reviews are just starting to trickle in from various web merchants and so far it's about a 4½-star rating for fitting in well with busy lifestyles, smooth ride and adjustable handle. Those little extras are appreciated and very well liked! Get more details on this new Baby Jogger double stroller AND see a well-done…

• Peg Perego Switch Four for 2012

  2 May 2012 | 3:34 pm

  This Peg Perego baby stroller has had some new redesign done for this year and doesn't it look fabulous! I love the single wheels it has now and the gorgeous boot that's included. The Switch Four is a more lightweight stroller with a shorter chassis by two inches for a more compact fold and and it weighs two pounds less than previous years. Unique defining features make the Switch Four a highly desirable buggy. The seat is removable, hence the name "Switch" - face your baby toward you or out to the world. Mothers connect with their babies by maintaining the bonding effects of eye contact,…

• Joovy Scooter Video is Live!

  12 Apr 2012 | 3:25 pm

  Hey, hey, hey! My Joovy Scooter video review is finally ready! I love this little stroller and if you or anybody you know needs a lightweight stroller with lots of storage and a great seat, point them this way. Please Google +1 it, share it and spread the word! See my full review of the Joovy Scooter here. Follow Stroller Envy on: FaceBook Twitter and you'll get all the latest contests, news and information on both strollers AND high chairs! PS: Follow me on Pinterest and I'll follow you back. :)

• The New Contours Options LT

  11 Apr 2012 | 5:02 pm

  The newest member of the Kolcraft Contours family, the Options LT is lightweight for a tandem stroller. It weighs the least in the Contours tandem series at only 33.8 pounds WITH both seats attached! Now that's pretty darn good for a double stroller. The new Valencia Gold is absolutely beautiful and you can also choose a Crimson Red color scheme, both gender neutral and lively. Use one or two car seats on this stroller, which makes it a perfect stroller for twins, and most car seat brands fit. One car seat adapter is included with purchase. I like the seating flexibility. Choose from six…

• Introducing the Maclaren Globetrotter

  9 Apr 2012 | 3:25 pm

  Please welcome the newest member of the Maclaren strollers family! Presenting the Globetrotter with features that puts it in between the basic Volo and the Triumph. The Globetrotter is to be used with infants 6 months and older can hold up to 55 pounds. This lightweight little stroller only weighs 10.5 pounds. How is the Globetrotter different from the Maclaren Volo? The Volo does not have a reclining seat, but the Globetrotter does. But the seat on this Maclaren stroller does not recline flat, and that is why you'd use it once your baby is over six months old. The Maclaren Triumph, next in…

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  Baby Development Milestones

• How To Childproof Your Pool

  Infant Care

  1 May 2012 | 12:36 pm

  The sunny US state of Florida is home to roughly 750,000 swimming pools. It is also where drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children 4 and younger. In a country that lists drowning as the most common cause of death for children under age 5, Florida carries the highest record of drowning [...]

• Baby development: Week 8

  costea

  17 Apr 2012 | 11:14 am

  You start thinking already how quickly grow and want to resume your social life. Week of August is also the period when your baby will know your pediatrician and make the first vaccines. Week 8 It’s yhe time of the visit to the pediatrician and for the 2 months vaccine. As any mother will probably [...]

• Baby development: Week 7

  costea

  17 Apr 2012 | 10:41 am

  You’re a young mother willing to learn as much about growth and development of a baby. Although the baby is 7 weeks, yo still don’t have had time to put yourself in touch with what is happening in the first month until you manage to sleep and eat in between. Now you want to organize [...]

• Baby development stages: Week 6

  costea

  11 Apr 2012 | 6:54 pm

  Behold, in the sixth week to life,the baby begins to communicate with you. True, you will not understand the first he wants to “tell” but gradually get used to his way of communication. Enjoy him and smile. This is the time when you should start talk them as much as you can, play and sing [...]

• Baby development stages: Week 5

  costea

  11 Apr 2012 | 6:43 pm

  Your baby has entered the second month of life. Only now beginning to feel that your family has entered a new member. Week 5 It’s been already one month since the baby was born. The momentum started to fade and fatigue installed due to lack of sleep and poor nutrition go on to become increasingly [...]

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  Baby Development Milestones

• How To Childproof Your Pool

  Infant Care

  1 May 2012 | 12:36 pm

  The sunny US state of Florida is home to roughly 750,000 swimming pools. It is also where drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children 4 and younger. In a country that lists drowning as the most common cause of death for children under age 5, Florida carries the highest record of drowning [...]

• Baby development: Week 8

  costea

  17 Apr 2012 | 11:14 am

  You start thinking already how quickly grow and want to resume your social life. Week of August is also the period when your baby will know your pediatrician and make the first vaccines. Week 8 It’s yhe time of the visit to the pediatrician and for the 2 months vaccine. As any mother will probably [...]

• Baby development: Week 7

  costea

  17 Apr 2012 | 10:41 am

  You’re a young mother willing to learn as much about growth and development of a baby. Although the baby is 7 weeks, yo still don’t have had time to put yourself in touch with what is happening in the first month until you manage to sleep and eat in between. Now you want to organize [...]

• Baby development stages: Week 6

  costea

  11 Apr 2012 | 6:54 pm

  Behold, in the sixth week to life,the baby begins to communicate with you. True, you will not understand the first he wants to “tell” but gradually get used to his way of communication. Enjoy him and smile. This is the time when you should start talk them as much as you can, play and sing [...]

• Baby development stages: Week 5

  costea

  11 Apr 2012 | 6:43 pm

  Your baby has entered the second month of life. Only now beginning to feel that your family has entered a new member. Week 5 It’s been already one month since the baby was born. The momentum started to fade and fatigue installed due to lack of sleep and poor nutrition go on to become increasingly [...]

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  ebabee likes : big style for little people

• Seriously stunning modern kids furniture

  ebabee likes

  15 May 2012 | 7:35 am

  In the past I’ve found some fabulous vintage furniture for kids but I haven’t had quite as much luck with the modern stuff.  Today I remembered a range of beautiful modern kids furniture that I had come across a while ago.  I’ve actually seen some of these pieces in a shop and they are even more beautiful than in the pictures.  This is the kind of eye-candy furniture that you’ll want in full view in your home, rather than tucked away in some obscure corner. Made in Germany by Sirch, all the pieces are practical without being boring or bland in anyway.  I love the…

• Beautiful balloons

  ebabee likes

  14 May 2012 | 5:38 am

  When I first saw these balloons, my heart skipped a beat.  How striking are they?  Digging a little deeper I found out that they’re made right here in London by Bon Bon Balloons.  These are the most wonderful balloons I’ve ever seen and the whole idea behind them is very special too.  The balloons come in a range of colours each with a beautifully decorated handcrafted string and when the person receiving it opens the box, the balloon floats up out of the box with your special message attached to the string.  Sweet! They can be sent for any occasion, they can even be…

• The circus has come to town!

  ebabee likes

  11 May 2012 | 7:14 am

  The circus is in town!  This new collection of joyful circus toys and pillows is the creation of super talented mama, Anabel.  In the collection you’ll find a range of clowns, a circus tent, some circus animals and my favourite, the ringmaster pictured on the left.  All the toys can double up as pillows… I’m thinking super sweet sleeping companions for any little kid.  Made from baby alpaca wool, bamboo and cotton they are hand knitted in Bolivia so not only are the goodies very cute, they’re environmentally friendly too.  Anabel goes a step further by employing…

• Hip wallpaper from Holland

  ebabee likes

  10 May 2012 | 6:04 am

  I’m a complete wallpaper addict.  Nearly every room in my home has wallpaper and I’m always looking for more for those rooms that don’t have any.  So when I saw this hip wallpaper by Dutch Onszelf, I couldn’t wait to feature it.  If you’re looking for a cool nursery or kiddy room then you can’t go wrong with this stuff.  In addition to the wallpaper, Onszelf also make large wall stickers that are so unlike any other wall stickers I’ve seen.  I’m loving the bambi range which would look super cool and trendy when stuck on one of their…

• 3 colourful crafts for a rainy day

  ebabee likes

  9 May 2012 | 5:22 am

  Will this rain ever stop?  If you’re in England you’ll know what I mean but if you’re elsewhere… lucky you!  With the heavens opening nearly everyday for the last month, I’ve been on the hunt for some fun and eye-catching craft projects.  With so much time at home, the little ones need some entertainment and with that in mind, I’ve found 3 colourful little projects that are not too difficult and look really good when completed.  So here they are: These DIY fruit balloons look so bold, bright and fun and are easy to make too.  Once made you can hang…

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  The Indie Tot

• The McK and Ryan Families by Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography

  Erika

  16 May 2012 | 6:28 am

  Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography invited her close friends, the McK family, to her home on St. Patrick’s Day and photographed all the kids playing together in the backyard! Vendors ~ Photography: Carolyn Ann Ryan Photography ~ Fanwood, NJ © The Indie Tot, 2012. | Permalink | Follow The Indie Tot on Twitter | Join us on Facebook | Hang out on Google+

• Maternity Session by Glessner Photography

  Erika

  14 May 2012 | 8:41 am

  Mill and Brittany are high school sweethearts who have been together for more than 10 years. They’re expecting their first child ~ a baby boy named Parker ~ and their maternity session with Glessner Photography started at the Bicentennial Greenway in High Point, North Carolina, followed by Gibson Park. Vendors ~ Photography: Glessner Photography ~ Greensboro, NC © The Indie Tot, 2012. | Permalink | Follow The Indie Tot on Twitter | Join us on Facebook | Hang out on Google+

• Zachary by Jessica Hardy

  Erika

  11 May 2012 | 11:00 pm

  Zachary is his family’s first child, and this photo session with Jessica Hardy at his home in Hoboken, New Jersey, really reflects his newborn sweetness and natural charm! Vendors ~ Photography: Jessica Hardy © The Indie Tot, 2012. | Permalink | Follow The Indie Tot on Twitter | Join us on Facebook | Hang out on Google+

• Imani’s Wonderland Tea Party by Uzbin Photography

  Erika

  10 May 2012 | 11:00 pm

  Imani is a lucky little girl because her mom, Sharmeen, came up with this creative Wonderland Tea Party theme to celebrate her birthday, and she made all the wonderful details by hand. Imani’s party featured hanging clocks, bejeweled paper chandeliers, cupcake liner flowers, and most impressive of all, a Mad Hatter-inspired cake! Sharmeen and Imani’s aunt, who is a fabulous cake artist at Saffron Cakes, created the whimsical cake together, and Uzbin Photography was there to capture all the sweet details. Vendors ~ Cake Designer: Saffron Cakes ~ Suwanee, GA Photography: Uzbin…

• Family Gathering at the Shore by Shutter Starr Photography

  Erika

  9 May 2012 | 11:00 pm

  Three generations gathered at the beach in Sea Bright, New Jersey, for a one-of-a-kind family photo session with Shutter Starr Photography. They almost cancelled the session due to rain, but no one seemed to mind the drizzle, and the photos turned out amazing! The grandkids had a blast running and playing along the shore, while the parents and grandparents enjoyed a truly memorable day. Vendors ~ Photography: Shutter Starr Photography ~ Lawrenceville, NJ © The Indie Tot, 2012. | Permalink | Follow The Indie Tot on Twitter | Join us on Facebook | Hang out on Google+

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  Babylish Advice

• Super Easy Recipes for the Whole Family

  TKrajden

  10 May 2012 | 8:40 pm

  I find nothing funnier then when people give me what they call their “easy” recipes and when I go to read it (not make it .. read it), I dont understand half of the words on the page and it takes two hours just to prepare the damn meal and that doesn’t even count the cooking part - who has that time??!! For me, the easier the recipe the better and I think I have found three of them: Broccoli Soup (Just made this one tonight) 2 packages of Frozen Broccoli (500g per pack) 8 cups of water 3 green onions (scallions) 1 small potato peeled 1 long carrot peeled or 2 if they…

• Pampering Yourself While on the Go – Mother’s Day GIVEAWAY

  TKrajden

  7 May 2012 | 8:02 pm

  Parenting is a 24/7 job and it isn’t easy to find the time to go out and pamper ourselves. Why not find products that you can bring with you and are good for baby and YOU. I was introduced to the all natural products below and have enjoyed using all of them, so I thought I would share with everyone and one lucky reader will win all of these products to try for themselves (call it an early mothers day gift). Salon Grafix – Healthy Hair Nutrition – Conditioning Cleanser and Masque - this item replaces 5 of your daily hair products including your shampoo - not sure we all…

• The “Must Have” Kids Shoes for the Summer

  TKrajden

  6 May 2012 | 8:38 pm

  Why does everything in mini version just look so damn cute! My girlfriend and I were walking on Yonge Street a few weeks ago and we saw in the window of a store an add for these plastic shoes from a brand I had never heard of and that I didn’t love at first glance and then she convinced me to go in and look at the kid versions and I instantly fell inlove (the “Millers”)!!! What are these shoes and where did they come from???!!! I googled them when I got home and found that they had an entire line of wicked kids shoes and instantly tried to find more retailers in…

• Everyone Likes to Win!

  TKrajden

  3 May 2012 | 8:24 pm

  I was recently introduced to a new company called WinJunkie and I thought it was such a neat idea because EVERYONE LIKES TO WIN and with this company it is so easy to do so and it’s completely FREE! It’s not always one winner, there are multiple which is HUGE in my books – I feel like I never win anything so with WinJunkie your odds are higher which obviously I like. Here are some past gift cards that they have given away and I know us mommies would love: Chapters/Indigo; LuluLemon; Yorkdale, Sporting Life, Cineplex, Best Buy and so many more!! Their most recent gift card…

• An Introduction to PTPA (Parent Tested Parent Approved)

  TKrajden

  27 Apr 2012 | 9:22 pm

  When I was registering pre-baby, I kept seeing this PTPA seal of approval on products and so naturally when I got home I googled it and found this amazing community where parents test products, review them and then it is posted for other parents to read. Shortly after I had Frankie, I signed up for their emails and noticed that I myself could be a product tester which seriously excited me (I can get free products, try them out and then tell other mom’s my likes and dislikes about it?! BRILLIANT). I got my first product, tried it out and was very excited to review it for all to read!

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  Newborn Baby Blog

• Preparing for Baby - A Guide To Getting Ready Before Your Newborn Arrives

  10 May 2012 | 10:35 am

  Here is a series of articles written with the expectant parents in mind. Acquaint yourself with the different topics that I wish someone had shared with me before my first baby was born. Sure, we made it through those pioneering months unscarred, but how much more serene it would have been if I'd have only known...

• Newborn Baby Skin - From Birth to Beyond

  10 May 2012 | 12:08 am

  Beautiful, soft, newborn baby skin. There is nothing in the world like it! However, there still are moments when you wonder, "What happened to my baby's skin?" In this article, we cover not only what to expect at the moment of birth, but also common issues that affect newborn baby skin...such as milia, newborn baby acne, stork bites, and birthmarks.

• Should you use a pacifier for your newborn?

  28 Apr 2012 | 12:25 am

  A pacifier is a wonderful tool for satisfying your newborn baby's urge to suck. With a few cautions, a recommendation or two, and a tip that you won't want to miss about teaching your baby to keep that pacifier in his mouth so you don't have to replace it constantly, you'll definitely want to read the rest of this article...

• Infant Growth Chart - Tracking the Journey

  19 Apr 2012 | 11:29 pm

  It seems a newborn baby grows and changes so fast that you should be able to actually see it happening. But it is only after weeks and months pass that we seem to be able to recognize it. One way to keep track of growth is through an infant growth chart, whether it be marks on the door frame, a fancy wall chart, or a free copy of the CDC's infant growth chart for boys and girls provided here.

• New Pain Relief Measures for Baby Vaccinations

  17 Apr 2012 | 2:31 pm

  Who doesn't dread the thought of the pain received when their newborn is vaccinated? In a recent report published by CNN, newborn babies have shown that incorporating the "5 S's" significantly cuts down on fussing after vaccinations are given. We already knew that these same "5 S's" are terrific at calming a crying newborn, but now it seems that they also may be a better alternative than sugar water or even acetaminophen for pain relief during vaccinations. You owe it to yourself and your newborn baby to understand this method.

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  Life on Planet Baby

• Celebrating Mothers' Day 2012 on Planet Baby

  14 May 2012 | 9:49 pm

  Good evening, my lovely friends. The pixies are sound asleep, Mr PB is at his night job and I have the heater turned up to ward off the night-time chill. My brain is a-whirring at the moment as my hand operation is only a week away. So much to do before I'm incapacitated for a while! For the first time ever, I'll have a blogcation as I recuperate. But never fear - I intend to schedule some posts for that time. One thing my survey has reminded me is that not all of you Planetarians have been around since I started blogging. That means you've missed a lot of my early posts when I told a lot of…

• Some Saturday soul food: Steve Jobs

  12 May 2012 | 6:49 am

                                  Source: toocutethings.blogspot.com via Jane on Pinterest* Oh, you gorgeous Planetarians! Thanks ever so much for coming out to bat for me** about my last post. It's so comforting to know that at least you all have some compassion ☺. And a super-duper thanks to those who are still answering my survey - you've provided me with enough ideas for at least a month of posts! I'll summarise the results in the coming days and start answering some of your requests and questions - watch this…

• My nightmarish day: trapped in our car!

  10 May 2012 | 4:55 pm

  What a day I've had! *Surreal* is one word for it. But before I spill the beans, I'd like to thank everyone who's responded to my little survey contained in my last post. I've been so impressed at the effort you've all been putting in to make it a really useful feedback tool. You can still complete it if you'd like - there's no time limit on it and all answers are anonymous. I'm going to post about the results very soon - you've given me so much food for thought! Anyway, let's get back to what happened to me today. Today was my one day of the week alone with Sam. He's at that…

• Could you fill in a little survey for me, pretty please?

  8 May 2012 | 8:05 pm

                                     Source: media-cache7.pinterest.com via Jane on Pinterest Bonjour mes amies! My thoughts are in faraway Paris tonight as my Mum and her best friend arrive there today on the next leg of their European sojourn. How I wish I were there with them ☺. One day Planet Baby's finances will permit such a trip. The last time I was there was in 1989, eons ago! Mr PB has never been there, alas - wouldn't it be the perfect spot to have our second honeymoon?! So while I'm…

• Sunday splendour: 6 May 2012

  6 May 2012 | 7:57 am

  Good evening, you precious Planetarians! I'm sending you my fondest greetings from chilly Hobart tonight after a typically glorious autumnal day with warming sunshine and no hint of a breeze. The pixies are snug in their beds (the boys wearing beanies!) and the dishwasher is humming away after we had an absolutely delightful afternoon hosting the gorgeous Emma Burgess and her wonderful family.  Some of you will recall following her divine blog, replete with precious family moments and shots from her trip to Paris last year with her husband and infant daughter to celebrate her 40th…

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  Twenty-three / Thirty-three (UNDER GOING MAKE-UNDER!)

• MRI NICU

  15 May 2012 | 11:28 pm

  Today Lakai had his (heavily) sedated MRI, which was needed because of the seizure activity he has had over the past 6-8 months (mostly while ill with a fever or restricted breathing). He had an EEG that had abnormal brain activity that was not concerning, so I am interested and anxious to hear the results of the MRI. That we have to wait about a week or so for. When we were called to go to the MRI waiting room, the nurse approached us with THREE completely FULL file folders (you know the thick paperish medical chart kind) that I assumed were just charts for other people, nope...they…

• My house is haunted

  13 May 2012 | 2:26 am

  Yeah, that's right...my house is haunted. Ok, it's an apartment, but really? Who the fuck cares! It's haunted! A ghost actually lives here. I think....Over a year ago Kyle's dad Greg came back from Cuba with a wooden car like toy for Lakai, the next day I found it facing backwards on the shelf where I put it...knowing I had faced it outwards because I am anal like that. I know no one else moved it because one of the people was too short to reach and couldn't even see it was there and the other had no idea it was there, even though he could see it...but didn't. I figured I was going nuts. Then…

• That's ok then...

  12 May 2012 | 12:01 am

  I haven't really ventured out with Lakai and his doll that much that, but yesterday I did. I was expecting at least someone to say something about it, I hoped it would be a nice something but I always hope for too much it seems. A woman about my age, possibly a little older (for this retelling of the events..let's say she was my age but looked much much worse for wear...Santa's sack sized bags under her years, greying frizzy hair, snaggle teeth, chin hairs, warts on her face...of course! and clearly enough muffin top to make the Muffin Man drool..)...ahem...So really she was likely older,…

• I hate being a mom.

  10 May 2012 | 3:54 am

  I hate being a mom.Okay, I don't really but I wanted to get people's attention and capture some good Google searches! Ha..I am SO tricky. Yeah I know some of you got here from searching "attachment parenting sucks"...you know who you are! So this should generate some traffic.So do I ever hate being a mom? Hate is a very strong word...I would be a bold face liar if I said every moment was roses and violins played through out my day, and I never had a moment where I wanted to scream "BEAM me up Scotty (but anyone under 4 feet can fend for them selves..except the fuzzy four legged one..bring…

• Snoezelen Room and room switching!?

  9 May 2012 | 2:54 am

  I have finally found the sensory room for Lakai I have been searching for, in fact it's almost 10 blocks away and was a simple email away to find...yet some how it took my sorry butt THREE years to locate! So lame. But I found one and on the 14th I will be going for orientation! It's actually a Snoezelen Room..this is what Wikipedia has to say about it:Snoezelen (pronounced /ˈsnuzələ(n)/) or controlled multisensory Environment (MSE) is a therapy for people with autism or developmental disabilities. It consists of placing the person in a soothing and…

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  Sleep Sisters

• Help! Why aren’t I sleeping?

  Dr. Wider

  10 May 2012 | 8:41 pm

  Our guest author, Jennifer Wider, M.D., is a nationally renowned women’s health expert, author, and radio host, and has appeared on The Today Show, CBS News, Good Day NY, and Fox News, among others. Dr. Wider is a medical advisor to Cosmopolitan magazine and hosts a weekly radio segment on Sirius Satellite/XM Radio. She is the author of three books, including most recently, The New Mom’s Survival Guide. If you’re asking why you aren’t sleeping, it might reassure you to know that you are not alone. Sleep problems are a lifetime struggle for many women and they tend to peak at…

• 7 Sleep-Promoting Ideas to Celebrate Mother’s Day

  Melissa Zdrodowski

  1 May 2012 | 8:33 pm

  Help Mom Sleep for Mother's Day May brings us Mother’s Day, the one day each year when we are encouraged to recognize the awesome gifts our mother has given us, as well as the sacrifices she has made to give us life and guide us safely along our path. At least that’s what I want my children and husband to do! In all honesty, I’ve been thinking about how important it is for our families that as moms, we are as healthy and happy as we can be. Getting enough sleep is not only critical for our children, but for ourselves, too. Even if you have a baby who isn’t old enough to sleep…

• Postpartum Depression and Sleep

  Debbie Sasson

  24 Apr 2012 | 6:00 am

  Melissa and I were thrilled to see so much attention focused on infant sleep and maternal behavior this week. A fascinating study out of Penn State published last week states that mothers who are suffering from postpartum depression tend to wake their infants at night and cause sleep disturbances in their babies. Click here for an explanation of the findings. Many people have questioned which comes first, maternal depression or a sleepless infant. To us, there has always been an obvious link – when you have a fussy/sleepless child, a mom is bound to become depressed as she herself becomes…

• Need a Cup of Coffee? Go Ahead!

  Melissa Zdrodowski

  17 Apr 2012 | 6:00 am

  Exhausted moms can now gulp their morning joe with a little less guilt. A study out of Brazil published in Pediatrics this month shows that moderate caffeine consumption during pregnancy or by moms who are breastfeeding their babies does not increase night-waking in three-month olds. Reuters has a good summary of the new research. Parents of newborns have enough to worry about and stress over. It seems in the last several years that pregnancy and breastfeeding has become a field of land mines, with new risks to avoid at every turn. When I was pregnant the first time, I felt sick for months.

• SIDS and co-sleeping

  Debbie Sasson

  10 Apr 2012 | 6:00 am

  A new study published last week brings up a very controversial subject in the world of infant sleep – co-sleeping. For years, moms all over the world have debated the merits and drawbacks of a “family bed,” “attachment parenting,” and “co-sleeping.” Melissa and I don’t feel it’s necessary to take a side in this argument. Different arrangements work for different families and we’re not here to tell people what is right or wrong. We do believe in strong scientific research and feel it is our responsibility as sleep experts to share with our clients and friends any new…