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Disney Launches New Baby Store

Disney really is after what it thinks is the hottest new market: infants. They’re negotiating to have a presence in maternity wards and creating advice and social networking sites aimed at new and expecting parents, and now they’re opening stores specifically for their Disney Baby brand. To avoid confusion: the Disney Baby brand is not a line of Disney products featuring child versions of its characters, but sets of clothing, supplies, toys, and more, all for infants. USA Today reports that Disney has opened its first official Disney Baby store. So far it only has one location – a mall … Continue reading →

Don’t Lose Yourself When Baby Arrives

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When someone gets married, they can easily lose their own identity in their marriage. The same thing can happen after baby arrives. But, it doesn’t have to. Right now, while you are still pregnant and baby free, it’s a good time to do some self-reflection. Think about what makes you the person you are right now aside from growing another life inside you. What makes you happy? What is it that you love to do? Who are you? Keeping a journal is a good way to answer these questions. Spend an evening alone, and really ponder what has made your … Continue reading →

Unusual (but Good!) Advice for Pregnant Women

I picked up a few good pieces of advice here and there when I was pregnant, and now I’ll share them with you! From cooking to posture to underwear, pregnancy requires a little modification to your usual routine. Cooking Safety Watch your tummy when you’re cooking dinner, especially if you have a gas range. It’s easy to get too close to the flame when you’re not used to how big your belly is. If you’re baking, keep your shirt clean by wearing an apron to prevent your belly from picking up ingredients like flour off the counter top. Posture Avoid … Continue reading →

Baby Blog Month in Review: July 2008

Two of my three children are summer babies. That is, they were born in the summer and had their first months surrounded by sunshine streaming in the windows, the sound of birds chirping, and days spent wearing nothing but a diaper and a “onsie.” I made sure that they had Fourth of July outfits ready, even though one of them arrived a week after the holiday. I guess he just wasn’t interested in the parade. Do you have a summer baby, too? We had a lot of new information to share this past month, such as recall notices and new … Continue reading →

Baby Blog Week in Review: June 30th Through July 6th

Summer time is so much fun with a baby. From splashing in a kiddie pool to talking long walks in a stroller, going to the beach and spotting fireflies, it is always a great adventure. what do you and your baby love about summer? June 30th Baby Blog Week in Review: June 23rd Through June 29th Having you been following along on the issue of tricking a spouse into parenthood? I’ll reveal what I did in my own situation and how it all turned out. If you missed that article or any other, you should check out this past week’s … Continue reading →

Ask a Baby Blogger: Is it Wise to Get Emergency Formula and Bottles?

Question: I’m due to have my first in a few months. I want to buy formula and bottles just in case of an emergency but I’m being told that it’s unnecessary if I’m going to breastfeed. What do you think? This is a trick question with no right answer. If you survey several hundred women you will find some that will say a resounding ‘NO’! You will find other mothers who talk about how hard their babies were to breastfeed, or how they actually had an emergency and were so grateful to just have the formula on hand. You will … Continue reading →

Ask a Baby Blogger: Lactose Intolerance, Reflux and Breastfeeding

Question: I was wondering about this. my neighbor said she couldn’t BF because he was lactose intolerant, which lead to horrible reflux. would that much be possible? This comment was left on my other post about breastfeeding and whether or not a baby can truly be allergic to breast milk. I am sad to say that more often than not, I hear of bad advice and misunderstanding surrounding breastfeeding problems than sound, well researched advice. It is possible that a baby can be lactose intolerant and therefore unable to breastfeed but highly improbable. True (Primary) Lactose Intolerance What is referred … 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 Saavy Mom Reviews Two “New” Baby Products

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Sometimes, when you’re wondering if this new product will really do what it says, or if you’ll really use it. . .it’s helpful to have some ‘been there, done that’ advice in your pocket. So here it is. . .two products that I think would be really, really useful! (By the way, if you’re wondering what to get for a baby shower gift–these are a couple of great suggestions!) The Nosefrida Aspirator I know this sounds gross and I know someone is going to go ‘ewwww.’ But, well, mucous is gross and if you’ve suffered through numerous colds with your … Continue reading →

The Savvy Mom’s Thoughts on “the Hottest” New Baby Products

My disclaimer is that I’m not really that savvy. The word “experienced” fits better but it makes the title way too long. In any case, have you ever wondered whether or not you’re really going to need that nifty new thing in the stores that seems to be the “it“ baby product of the century? I remember registering with my first and remembering that I wished I had brought a friend with me to tell me what I really needed. Well, you don’t have to because I’m introducing a new feature to the baby blog. Amazon.com updates their “Movers and … Continue reading →