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Pregnancy red flags
2008-10-28 13:54:45
For most women, pregnancy comes with some uncomfortable symptoms. From nausea to back aches to leg cramps to the frequent bathroom trips; pregnancy can be downright uncomfortable. That said, while discomfort is to be expected, and is even common during pregnancy, you should pay attention to symptoms that go above and beyond discomfort. Red flags during pregnancy [...]
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Stay hydrated during your pregnancy
2008-10-28 13:54:45
During pregnancy, you’ll need more water than a non-pregnant individual needs. During pregnancy you lose fluids quicker because a lot of the fluids you take in, leave your blood vessels and heads to your various body tissues. Benefits of staying hydrated during pregnancy:  Less risk of preterm labor - a lack of fluids can kick preterm labor into [...]


Peekaru Original: the recycled baby carrier vest
2008-10-28 13:54:45
With winter coming up here any second, it’s time to think about keeping that little bundle (and yourself) warm on those walks to the park. The Peekaru Original is an awesome fleece vest that you can zip right over a soft baby carrier to keep you and your child warm. You can use the Peekaru [...]


Random baby names of the week
2008-10-28 13:54:45
So, who thinks we’re going to get a spooky set of names this week? Hmmm, me neither. Still, maybe we’ll luck out. Baby girl: Theodora; from the Greek compound, theos, ‘god’ and doron, ‘gift’, thus ‘gift of god’. Baby boy: Eden; from the Hebrew, eden, ‘delight’. In the Bible, God created the Garden of Eden, also called [...]
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5 baby raising rules you can break
2008-10-28 13:54:45
Some rules just don’t matter all that much - no matter what the darn baby books, or your always appropriate perfect mama friend says. You can give your baby a pacifier. Some professionals, other parents, and books, are way against pacifiers, and all the magazines go back and fourth - it’s good, it’s evil, it’s… ? [...]


Super Foods for Baby - Making “Super Foods” Baby- and Toddler-friendly
2008-10-28 13:54:44
The term "super foods" is everywhere these days. While the list of so-called super foods varies depending on who you talk to and grows every day through new research, they all make for healthy eating. Some foods considered to be super foods include blueberries, almonds, broccoli, salmon, avocado, sweet potatoes, soy beans (edamame, tofu), lentils, kale, beans, barley and yogurt...
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Should Parents Let Babies Cry It Out? - Two Moms and an Expert Sound Off
2008-10-28 13:54:44
You're at that critical juncture when your infant should be sleeping through the night but isn't. Should you let your child cry it out (CIO)? It's better to make this decision rationally – before sleep deprivation kicks in. Perhaps hearing these two moms' stories will help you figure out yours...
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To Have and to Hold, and Hold and Hold - Can New Parents Hold Their Newborns Too Much?
2008-10-28 13:54:44
You've waited so long for your beautiful baby to arrive. She is finally here and all you want to do is love her, protect her, nurture her and hold her – and hold her, and hold her... Janene Mascarella, a mom from Miller Place, N.Y., admits she was a "hold, hold, holder" for both of her children...
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Holiday Crafts - Gifts Kids Can Make Themselves
2008-10-28 13:54:44
The holidays will soon be here! Although our hearts are usually bigger than our wallets, it's important to manage our money during the holidays. Children want to participate in the exchanging of the gifts too, but that can be a costly option. Or is it? Below you'll find five great crafts ideas using common materials you have at home...
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Huge nipples during pregnancy!
2008-11-16 23:50:45
I’ve got one word for you - normal. If you happen to glance down, and those nipples of yours are looking overly huge, it’s no big deal. Many pregnancy women have larger nipples during pregnancy , due to hormones and in preparation for breastfeeding. The veins on and around your breasts may also seem bigger, and you [...]


Helpful pregnancy in the workplace tips
2008-11-16 23:50:45
If you’re pregnant and a working gal, the following posts are must reads. Helpful tips that can help you navigate both pregnancy and the workplace… Basic workplace issues:  Working during pregnancy: keep stress under control Stop pregnancy discrimination at work Body comfort during pregnancy at the workplace How to tell the boss that you’re expecting - video Leave time issues:  [.


Winter winds and your baby
2008-11-16 23:50:45
Most people think of snow, ice, and rain as the big winter baby chill hazards, but wind is actually one of the worst things your baby may be exposed to. Wind blows directly at your baby and can lower his body temperature quickly. If the windchill is low enough, wind can even directly result in frostbite. [...]


Get strangers to quit touching your baby
2008-11-16 23:50:45
Now that it’s cold and flu season, you may be more touchy about people getting all touchy with your baby. However, many people just cannot resist grabbing little cheeks and sweet smelling baby heads. What to do?  Have a policy and stick with it - if you’re not crazy about people touching your baby, tell them [...]


Working during pregnancy - how not to annoy your co-workers
2008-11-16 23:50:45
Most co-workers are pretty understanding about pregnancy, but you can make double sure that you’re pregnancy doesn’t become water-cooler fodder by following these rules. Do excuse yourself gracefully: If a bout of morning (or afternoon sickness) hits and you’re at an important meeting, quietly get up and leave. Simply excuse yourself if you need to. One [...]


Holiday gift guide: eco-friendly puzzles
2008-11-16 23:50:45
These eco-friendly puzzles from ImagiPlay come in many animal flavors and colors. Made from earth-friendly plantation grown rubberwood and colored with non-toxic child safe paints. I like the Number Snail and Squirrel Family puzzles best I think… $10 - 50 ImagiPlay puzzles + Peppermint Share this | RSS feed
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A Menacing Halloween Menu - Semi-homemade, but Not Semi-scary!
2008-11-16 23:50:44
Why should kids have all the fun on Halloween ? Whip up your own petrifying party – for the adults. Take one haunted house, add ghoulish guests and stir in the following ingredients to yield hours of eerie enjoyment. Diabolical Decor Halloween is all about atmosphere, so dim the lights or use black or red bulbs to set the scene...


All Tied Up - Unwrapping a Stress-free Holiday Season
2008-11-16 23:50:44
The responsibilities and demands of life with kids is enough to cause stress, but throw in the hectic schedule most of us follow during the holidays, and stress levels can reach dangerous proportions. The extra responsibilities can make it impossible for some moms to enjoy the season, much less make wonderful memories with their children...
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Sleep Soothers - 7 Ways to Get Baby to Sleep
2008-11-16 23:50:44
Even if your baby is normally a good sleeper, everyone has a bad night once in a while. And sometimes, no matter how tired and fussy they are, babies just can't seem to fall asleep. Unfortunately, the reason for this is a mystery. "It's hard to say why some babies have trouble falling asleep," says Dr...
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Sore Nipples - Causes, Cures and Prevention
2008-11-16 23:50:44
Some new moms think sore nipples are an inevitable part of nursing, so they try to treat the pain with home remedies or they just put up with it and hope it goes away. According to Dr. Nancy Brent, pediatrician and board certified lactation consultant at the Breastfeeding Center of Pittsburgh (www...
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Help save handmade toys in the USA - sign the online petition!
2008-12-10 17:46:45
Recent developments from the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has put many of small toy-making companies at risk. Facts about what’s happening:  Because of previous years toys issues (think lead in toys), the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) was passed this last summer. These guidelines help to insure banning on lead and phthalates in toys, [...]
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Should you be induced if your baby is big?
2008-12-10 17:46:45
Labor induction is a widely overdone procedure in American hospitals. If you’re going to be induced, make sure it’s for the right reason, and a big baby may not be justification. Baby size, even with an ultrasound and an outstanding care provider is a tough call. Research has noted time and time again that guessing at [...]


Holiday Gift Guide: organic baby gift basket
2008-12-10 17:46:45
Gift baskets make super easy holiday gifts. No wrapping, no major shopping, just the ease of a single basket. If you need the perfect newborn gift basket, take a look at the Organic Baby Basket for Newborns from Sage Baby. Included in the basket is a long sleeve cardigan, a pair of pants and a burp cloth [...]
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Car Seat Confinement - How Long Is Too Long in a Car Seat?
2008-12-10 17:46:44
There's something about car seats that makes many babies happy – so happy that they're left there for long periods of time. In addition to running errands, parents have been known to confine Baby to the car seat while making dinner, eating at a restaurant or even watching television...


Beyond the Pediatrician - Doctors Babies and Toddlers May Also Need to See
2008-12-10 17:46:44
When your little one arrived, you sought a caring pediatrician to carefully monitor and treat your child's physical, emotional and social health. And barring any complications, the pediatrician was the only doctor your little one needed until he was much, much older, right? Well, not exactly...
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Reversible baby fashion
2008-12-10 17:46:44
Reversible baby fashion is cool for many reasons. If your baby messes up one side of an outfit, you’ve still got the other, making reversible clothing a bargain. Reversible fashion is also a deal because it allows you to get two darling outfits for the price of one. Reversible fashions for tots are unique so your [...]
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Goodnight, All Night - Getting Baby to Sleep Through the Night
2008-12-10 17:46:44
Even if prospective parents are warned about the frantic first weeks following their child's birth, nothing can prepare them for the reality. Forget the first smile or the first coo – the first real milestone is when baby sleeps through the night...
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