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Packing with a Baby

My son is now 6 years old, but packing for a trip never seems to get any easier, does it? Rather than packing enough diapers and wipes, I now worry about getting the Nintendo DS and enough DVDs for the trip. Still, there is plenty of summer left and if you are planning a trip, here are a few hints for packing travel items for a baby. Ship Items If you are visiting your mom and dad for two weeks and have a lot of activities planned, you will need items such as a stroller. But, carrying it in the … Continue reading →

The Best of the 2007 Baby Blog

It has been an exciting year in the baby blog with a few changes in bloggers, several news stories, a few series started, and of course lots of information and reflection. This is a list of the best of the best. . .the best news, the best advice and the best of my personal favorites. With that I wish you all a Happy New Year, and look forward to an exciting year in 2008! Ask a Baby Blogger Series–This, in my opinion is one of the best things the baby blog has to offer. Granted, it’s my advice which I … Continue reading →

The Baby Blog in Review: September 16 to September 29

It’s that time of the week again when I review what’s happening in the baby blog. If you have reading to catch up on, go grab a cup of coffee and have a seat! Sept 16 Why Use a Baby Hammock? A baby hammock is a great way to help ease your little one back to sleep because instead of producing a motorized motion, a hammock sways and bounces with the babies own movements. Therefore, when the baby stirs, the hammock responds and gently lulls baby back to sleep. Sept 17 How to Dress Your Baby for Cold Weather Stop … Continue reading →

Product Safety Recalls–Is Stuff Really Dangerous?

In recent months the news is filled with products that are being recalled. You can always get a full and updated list at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Generally, a recall is issued when a company discovers that there’s a potentially hazardous condition associated with their product. Most of the time no injuries result. However, the most recent recall, that of Kolcraft play yards, is a direct result of the death of a 10 month old boy. He was in the play yard and his parents didn’t remove the changing table that goes on top. As a result, there … Continue reading →