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Baby Sleeps Safely and Soundly with the Halo SleepSack Swaddle

The Halo SleepSack Swaddle is the Cadillac of swaddlers. It’s lusciously soft, and it’s designed to not only help your baby sleep better by preventing the “moro” (startle) reflex, but also to reduce the risk of SIDS. And it’s so simple to use, even a sleep-deprived parent of a newborn can put it on swiftly and easily.

It’s well-known that immobilizing the arms of your infant by swaddling them helps them sleep better–but that’s sometimes easier said than done…

Posted by Melissa on Nov 9, 2009 | 3 Comments

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Surround Your Child with Eco-Chic Comfort: BamBoo Hugs

If you had a material that was super-absorbent, UV protective, moisture-wicking, luxuriously soft, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and earth-friendly, wouldn’t you use it on your baby?

Bamboo is the new wonder fabric and it is put to perfect use in the soft, sweet, and chic new BamBoo Hugs

Posted by Candace on Mar 18, 2009 | 177 Comments

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Many first time parents are watchful for signs of illness, and fever may be an early symptom that your baby needs to see a doctor.
In general, a sick baby will act sick.  But taking a child’s temperature is a helpful hint.
From the beginning, my daughter resisted all attempts to take her temperature.  We tried the underarm thermometer (required pinning her down as she howled in rage), the ear thermometer (just plain out of the question), and the pacifier thermometer (worked unless she popped it out of her mouth in curiosity).
Because …

Posted by Mamanista on Jul 24, 2008 | 3 Comments

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Rockin’ Babies look fierce in Rebel Ink Baby snapsuits and tees. Our readers rushed the stage for these edgy designs during our Rebel Ink Father’s Day Contest.
Rebel Ink makes clothing for the youngest punks.  We have the Beastie Boys-inspired Toddler Tee: “Fight for Your Right to Potty,” a perfect potty training party t-shirt, and the cheeky “I’m the fastest swimmer” snapsuit, which may earn a couple of double-takes.
What sets Rebel Ink apart from other hip baby clothing designers is the fun graphics that accompany the funny sayings and the high …

Posted by Mamanista on Jul 17, 2008 | Comment

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First, I want to send a HUGE thank you to our hostess with the mostess, Pamela Kramer of Happy Panda Baby, who also blogs at PMKU, and our three guest shower game judges: Amy from Crunchy Domestic Goddess, Kristen from Mod*Mom and Christine from Dates to Diapers!
We’re having a virtual party here, and the most important part of any party is the fascinating guests. So, welcome and I hope you’ll have a good time and get to know each other.
We also have fabulous door prizes (click to see the …

Posted by Mamanista on Jul 7, 2008 | 155 Comments

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When you are out for a stroll in the crisp autumn air, Secure2Me Clip On Blankets will stay attached and keep baby comfy and warm.
When I had my first baby, I always had a problem keeping the blanket attached to the stroller or her sling.  With Secure2Me, I won’t have that issue with our second baby.
The clips are easy to use and perfectly solve the blanket-slippage. Necessity is the mother of invention, which explains why so many great new baby products are developed mom entrepreneurs, like Amy Long of Secure2Me, …

My pregnancy was such an exciting time. In eager anticipation of Baby Mwah’s arrival, I read dozens of pregnancy, parenting and baby books. I gathered a collection of developmentally-appropriate toys, a variety of board books, and baby proofed my house. I was convinced that I was ready for motherhood. I was wrong.
After so many years of in the workforce, I was completely unprepared for maternity leave. I was used to a hectic schedule, frequent meetings, and frequent business trips. But then…POOF…in an instant, my life changed. My days were now …

Posted by Mamanista on Jun 25, 2008 | 48 Comments

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Crib Rock Couture is a celebrity favorite parent favorite. You’ve seen Kingston, Maddox, and many other hip babies sporting their Concert Series tees for tots.
Now, Crib Rock Couture is launching their Metal Mania sustainable nursery decor. Like the Concert Series t-shirts, this wall art blends youthful themes with a hip aesthetic.
We have the Monkey Drummer Steel Wall Hook, a fun rock and roll addition to any jungle-themed kids room.
For their baby girl, Jessica Alba and Cash Warren picked out the Flying Heart Wall Hook, sweet enough for a newborn …

Posted by Mamanista on Jun 17, 2008 | Comment

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Personalizing a gift can make the present more memorable. And adding a custom flourish makes the item a perfect fit for its recipient.
Copper Hill Kids allows you to customize and personalize a variety of gifts for babies and children. When a business is a labor of love, the joy shines through in the products.
New mamas enjoy seeing the name they carefully selected for their baby and young children, like my toddler, feel special knowing that something is especially for them.
With snapsuits, burp cloths, aprons (smocks), totes, and …

Posted by Mamanista on Jun 12, 2008 | Comment

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