Safety Recalls for Dummies?

There’s a lot of news today about the infamous Bumbo seat being recalled. On the one hand, I’m glad they’re adding a safety restraint, but let’s be real here. The babies who fell out were not being watched. DON’T USE A BUMBO CHAIR AS A BABYSITTER. I mean, look at the thing. It helps non-sitting…

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A Bottle Episode

Even if you’re a breastfeeding mama, chances are you will need to know about bottles eventually – whether you are going back to work or just want a break every now and then, it’s good to have the right tools for the job. Want to know a secret? You really can’t go wrong. All of…

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A Lovey Blanket — Comfort & Security for Babies or Toddlers

Did you have a lovey blanket when you were a kid? Maybe a stuffed animal, or special piece of fabric, or a fringed dish towel that you’d stuff up your nose? …. no? that was just me?…. ok then. Most kids have SOMETHING that comforts them. Something that brings them consistency no matter where they…

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Types of Baby Carriers

See my last post for a breakdown on the benefits of babywearing! There are tons of awesome babywearing resources online, but here’s a quick rundown for the new mama, or just new-to-babywearing mama. I recommend having several different types, because they all serve a different purpose. Why didn’t you mention the Baby Bjorn? I am…

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