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5 creative toilet training tips
March 12th, 2008 / 1 Comment » / by S. Elie
My daughter is 2 ½ years old and we are having a hard time getting her potty trained. We were getting close, but the birth of my son has made her revert. “Back to the drawing board,” we go.
The first tip is actually my own. Make sure your child is ready to transition. Does she tell you when she needs to go?
Number One: Sing
There is a wonder potty training CD called Potty Animal: Funny Songs About Potty Training. One of the songs created by Dr Sonna is, “I Need My Pot.” And it goes a little something like this.
I Need My Pot
I just drank some water.
There’s no doubt,
Right below my tummy
It’s hiding out.
I need my pot.
Hey, lookie there!
It’s coming out!
Number Two: Dance
Dance your way to the potty with your child, it will help calm your baby and give them a chance to show off their dance moves.
how to lose the baby weight
December 12th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
With the impending arrival of my son, it got me to thinking, how am I ever going to get my figure back and how long will it take. I already know what the rule is.
It took 9 months to put the wait on, so plan at least that long to get the weight back off.
I also know that with my first child I never really lost “all” the weight a couple of pounds still lingered and wandered into the next pregnancy. But this time it’s different. We don’t plan on having any more children so now I can “invest” in getting my figure back, and I’m excited about it.
But where do I start? It’s time to some investigating and I wanted to share with everyone what I found.
When I go to the mall in the morning I see a group of women with their babies in strollers exercising together. They were part of the work out program Stroller Strides.
Stroller Strides was started by a mom just like us who no longer had time to go to the gym and decided to workout outdoors with her son in tow in his stroller. She created a series of exercises that got her back into shape and wanted to share her secrets with other busy moms. Stroller Strides was born. You can sign up for a free class to see if Stroller Strides is right for you. To check for classes in your area go to http://www.strollerstrides.com/.
5 nursing products we love
November 9th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
My Brest Friend
This isn’t your ordinary nursing pillow. I used this one for the first few months with my daughter. I love the slight curve of the pillow and the how it securely fastens around the waste. This pillow made it a lot easier to nurse my daughter and puts your baby in the most ideal position to nurse.
On a side note my husband even used the pillow. He liked to lay my daughter on the pillow and let her sleep on his lap so he could use both his hands to wok on the computer. To learn more about this pillow go to www.mybrestfriend.com.
Boppy Pillow
We pulled this pillow out last week to get ready for the baby. My 2-year old has already laid claim on it, so we may have a little problem when the baby comes. We actually didn’t use this pillow at first; I didn’t use it when nursing. To find locations that sell the Boppy Pillow go to www.boppy.com.
We got the most of this pillow when my daughter was a little older. We would set her in the pillow to feed her while we were getting ready for work. I would definitely recommend this pillow.
Madela Breast Pump
This is a pricey breast pump but if you’re planning on nursing and pumping for more than a couple of months it’s worth the buy. You can often find used pumps for sale; just make sure you replace the little parts with brand new ones. More information is available about the Madela breast pump at www.madela.com.
top 5 useful nursing websites
November 8th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
As my due date grows closer I can’t help but think about how things will be with another newborn in the house. How will my daughter adjust? How different will my son be from my daughter? Will I be able to nurse this time? Is it worth even trying again?
With my first born, I had an extremely difficult time nursing. I wasn’t able to produce a sufficient amount of milk to provide for her. Believe me I tried. I drank the tea, I pumped and pumped, even sought help from a lactation consultant. I decided to give it up when that I found my self spending so much time trying to generate half a bottle of milk and missing out on the fun and cuddly time with my baby.
This time around I am torn between giving it another chance or just using formula. After all I have a toddler running around the house, will I have the time to breastfeed and pump.
I thought others may have the same questions and concerns about breastfeeding as I do so I found a list of sites that will help every nursing mother. We all know the benefits of nursing so we don’t have to go there. But these sites also provide support for mom’s who have questions and need advice about breastfeeding and those who need to vent about the difficulties of nursing.
popular bumbo baby seat recalled over safety
October 28th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
If you have one of the popular Bumbo seats, be careful where you are using it. It was originally advertised as the seat that you would be able to use anywhere including on tables, countertops, and other elevated surfaces. That is until now. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has reported that they have received more than several reports of young children falling out of the Bumbo Baby Sitter seat, including skull fractures. The incidents can occur when young children arch their backs and flip out the Bumbo seat and fall on to the floor.
As a precaution a new Warning Label will be placed on the seats urging parents to never use on any elevated surfaces.
I used my Bumbo seat with my daughter when she was younger and plan on using it with my son. I never did feel comfortable with placing it on the table or elevated surfaces anyway to I’ll be keeping the Bumbo Seat around.
For more information on Bumbo safety, visit their website www.bumbosafety.com.
5 tips for traveling with baby
October 11th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
It’s October which means the travel, err I mean holiday season is just around the corner. Which means it is time to start thinking of the best ways to travel with an infant.
I’m approximately 10 weeks away from having my 2nd child; so I made it perfectly clear I will not be traveling this holiday season.
For those of you that are planning on flying the friendly skies to take junior to see Grandma for the holidays we offer the following 5 helpful tips to get you from gate to gate without too much anxiety.
5 safety websites every parent should visit
September 27th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
We all want to keep our children safe. Here is a list of safety sites every parent should bookmark.
- www.jpma.org – Juvenile Products Manufacturers AssociationThey have a section on baby safety that covers all parts of the home. It focuses on safety standards for products categorized by room and includes a list of JPMA-certified manufactures.
- www.cpsc.gov – US Consumer Product Safety CommissionThis website keeps parents up-to-date on the latest safety information with links to recent recalls and safety news.
- www.americanbaby.com – The American BabyThis website covers topics that include baby proofing the home, car seats and travel, outdoor safety, and emergencies. Check out their articles filled with guidelines and checklists to allow parents to quickly absorb information.
- www.iafcs.org – International Association for Child SafetyThe International Association For Child Safety (IAFCS) is a worldwide network of child safety professionals recognized as childproofing experts that are ready to help you make your home a safe place for your little one.
- www.safekids.org – Preventing accidental injurySafe Kids Worldwide is the first and only international nonprofit organization dedicated solely to preventing unintentional childhood injury in children under the age of 14. It focuses on one specific problem: more children 1 to 14 die from accidents such as motor vehicle crashes, fires, drowning, poisoning and falls than any other cause.Accidents kill one million children each year around the world and permanently disable many more. And almost all of these injuries are preventable.
5 reasons you should try cloth diapers
September 20th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
I never even considered using cloth diapers until I spent two days at the ABC Kids Expo in Las Vegas. There were several different manufactures and various packages. I was amazed at how different cloth diapers are now and how simple they seem to be.
When my sister had her first child almost 15 years ago she used cloth diapers. She used a diaper service back then; needless to say it didn’t last long. So when I had my daughter the thought never crossed my mind.
Now as I prepare for the birth of my second child I am strongly considering giving cloth diapers a shot. So I compiled a list of five reasons why I am considering cloth diapers and why you should too.
- Cloth diapers are healthy for your baby –
Did you know there is a toxic chemical present in disposable diapers, called Dioxin. The chemical in various forms has been shown to cause cancer, birth defects, and skin disease. This toxic chemical is a by-product of the paper-bleaching process used in manufacturing disposable diapers so it’s possible that trace quantities may exist in the diapers themselves. - Cloth diapers are better for the environment –
Did you know disposable diapers are the 3rd largest single product filling up the nations landfills. I guess they aren’t as “disposable” as they claim. - Cloth diapers are just as convenient –
These aren’t your mothers’ cloth and pen diapers. Cloth diapers now are fitted with elastic in the legs and back area; they have easy hook and loop closures and some even have snaps. You can choose from different fabrics, colors, sizes, absorbency levels. You are sure to find the diaper that fits your needs. - Cloth diapers are less expensive –
Cloth diapers cost about ½ the price of disposables and don’t forget about the additional cost of the trash bags you would need to dispose of them. - Cloth diapers are multifunctional –
They can be used as changing pads, burp cloths, and spill cleanups for years to come.
If you decide to try cloth diapers or have already made the switch please let us know how you like them and what brand you decided to use. Our baby is due in December so we will let you know how they worked out for us.
applebee’s targeted by angry nursing moms
September 16th, 2007 / No Comments » / by S. Elie
“Family restaurant chain Applebee’s says its goal is to provide a great dining experience for all.
But some women say the courtesy doesn’t extend to them as breast-feeding mothers - and they’re angry about it.
Outraged by an incident at a Lexington, Ky., Applebee’s in June - when a mother of eight was told to cover her 7-month-old with a blanket while he was nursing - the women have organized a protest that will kick off today at Applebee’s locations across the country, including at the company restaurant in Chatsworth.”
This insert is from an article written one of the great writers at the Los Angeles Daily Newspaper where I work. To read the complete article click here.
After the article was posted they allowed for people to comment on the blog. I have to say I was shocked by some of the responses. Check out some of the reader comments here.
My personal opinion is you should feed your baby where you feel comfortable, who cares what other people think. Breast feeding is natural and a part of life. I tried breast feeding my first child, but I just wasn’t producing enough to feed her. Who knows, maybe it will be different this time around.
mattel recalls 800,000 toys worldwide because of lead paint
September 5th, 2007 / 1 Comment » / by S. Elie
Yes it has happened again, Mattel has announced another recall this time affecting the Barbie doll, GeoTrax, and the Big Big World Bongo Band collections. So please check your child’s toy box and make sure they aren’t playing with any of the affected toys.
Just last month Robert Eckert, chairman and chief executive of El Segundo, Calif.- based Mattel, warned at a press conference there there may be more recalls as the company continues their investigation. He was right as they announced another recall late Tuesday.
For more information about the recent recalls, consumers should call Mattel at 888-496-8330 or visit the company’s web site at http://www.service.mattel.com.
