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Blog postGobble, Gobble, Gobble! Thanksgiving is a perfect time for family to gather to share a meal, but it’s also a time where parents wonder what items baby can eat right off the table. I’ve learned some tips and tricks over the years with my children that we want to pass on to new parents that truly make the day a more enjoyable one.
To start the day off right, it’s always nice to have some very important gear to make traveling with baby, and eating with family a pleasant experience. -
Blog postSwaddling your infant has been going on for years, but since the 1990s, it has become more popular, for several reasons, not least of which it will make them feel much happier and make you happy too! Most babies only need to be swaddled up until 3 months of age, but some babies may need it longer, up to 9 months old or when they begin to roll. Some of the great benefits of swaddling your baby are listed below.
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Swaddling has been proven to reduce the chances of a baby -
Blog postResearch shows that cuddling your baby (early and often!) has huge benefits when it comes to brain development, especially for preemies. Over the years, there has been mixed messaging on how often you should hold your child, with a social stigma sometimes associated with holding them “too much”. But we have found several studies that show holding your infant with a gentle touch has significant benefits that range from early brain development, to body weight & bone growth, to lower anxiet
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Blog postBrands like PlanToys®, Green Toys®, Zuru ®, as well as more well-known toy manufacturers, like Little Tikes®, Hasbro®, and Mattel® are listening to the modern day consumer who values the use of all-natural materials and eco-friendly production methods.
For the past 50 years, toys typically have been the opposite of sustainable - inexpensive, breakable, tossed aside when fads change, and most of the time made entirely of petroleum-based plastic. However, sustain -
Blog postIt's hard not to notice that children are spending more time on digital devices than ever before. This increased screen time can also lead to the absorption of more intense 'blue light' emissions from those screens. An article from MyMyopia.com provides some more detailed information on blue light eye strain as well as some very helpful advice.
Many researchers and eye doctors are concerned that the added blue light exposure from computers and digital devices mig -
Blog postIf baby is between 3 months old and 12 months old you may be anxiously awaiting the exciting arrival of baby’s first tooth. When does teething start? What symptoms should you look for? How do you soothe a teething baby? We’ve consulted some of our favorite doctors and our friends at What to Expect When Expecting and compiled a helpful teething guide.
Every baby experiences teething differently. Some babies have little to no symptoms, while others find teething to be a fairly dif -
Blog postIt’s no secret that as the COVID-19 pandemic begins to spread, so does anxiety and worry. Getting a healthy amount of quality sleep probably isn’t as easy as it used to be. This makes protecting your sleep even more important as it helps keep your body and mind healthy. The question that many parents are asking now is, “How does my family get good sleep amid all this worry”? We have listed below key items to pay attention to amid chaotic times, that will improve both parent’s and childr
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Blog postIn this time of uncertainty and growing anxiety around the spread of the Coronavirus, you may find yourself asking, "how do I tell if it's an allergy, flu, or Covid-19?". CNN Health provides a clear and concise method of checking the symptoms as gathered from professionals in the field of contagious diseases and the CDC. Read the full article at CNN.
"Itchy eyes? Runny nose? You probably have allergies — or a garden variety cold... -
Blog postAs we practice social distancing to slow the spread of the Coronavirus, you may find yourself seemingly trapped inside your house, with the kids home from school and running out of ideas to keep them otherwise entertained. Have no fear, we’ve found some help from our friends at popsugar.com. Murphy Moroney compiled 36 great educational websites to pass the time wisely - young writers can create a digital book on their ipad, while those 6 and under can dive into brain-building activities,
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Blog postBy now you've undoubtedly heard of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its widespread reach from its origins in Wuhan, China. As we find out how and where it's nearing pandemic proportions, there are steps to be taken to be better prepared in your household and community. That "means not only contingency planning but also good old-fashioned preparedness planning for your family," says Rebecca Katz, director of the Center for Global Health Science and Security at Georgetown Universit
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Blog postThe Grow With You™ and Grow With You Plus™ are Britax’s updated version of the Frontier and Pinnacle car seats. Designed to be a 5-pt harness seat up to 65lbs and a high-back booster seat to 120lbs these seats are the perfect transitional seat for forward-facing toddlers. Britax continues to impress us with comfortable seat cushions, dual cup holders, extra protection for the child’s head, and our favorite easy to use ClickTight™ installation system. If you’re looking for extra side imp
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Blog postViruses, illness, and germies, oh my! Cold and flu season may be in full swing right now, but parents of babies and toddlers are on high alert year-round to keep illness away from their children. We’ve compiled a list of basic tips that care providers can do with children to help stop the spread of these pesky germs.
Wash your hands and your children’s hands for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% a -
Blog postThere are so many times we hear “it’s the little things that add up to be the big things”. As our parenting journey evolves year-by-year it is easy to lose track of all those small things and get swallowed up by the day-to-day challenges. It’s equally as easy to get so frustrated by the overwhelming expectations that are laid upon us by so many outside influences, that we slowly start to feel like we can never do it all. Our list of tiny habit changes is aimed to help give parents little tips
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Blog postNew tech gadgets are on everyone’s wish list. For new parents, the latest tech advances for baby are not only essential in making day to day life easier, they also help parents keep baby safe. Here’s our list of the top favorites that have been released in the last few years that are game-changers for new parents.
#1 SensorSafe by Cybex The Sensor Safe alert system that is integrated into the Aton M Infant Seat, the Sirona Convertible car seat and the Eternis All-In-One car sea -
Blog postHiccups can worry every new parent. But, a recent study at the University College of London and published in the journal Clinical Neurophysiology suggest that hiccups — the strong contractions or spasms of the diaphragm caused by irritation or stimulation of the muscle — can trigger electrical activity in the brain which help babies learn how to regulate their breathing.
The study also found that hiccups actually start in the womb, as early as nine weeks. -
Blog postSometimes it feels like you'll do almost anything to calm a crying baby. For this Japanese mom and dad, it just took a replica mom to do the trick - actually, a life size cutout of mom, to be more specific! Read more and watch the video at LADBible (and Twitter), to see their genius scheme really work.
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Blog postChristmas miracles do happen. Just ask this California father who's vehicle flipped, tossing their infant from the car, remarkably landing several feet away with the precious cargo still safely intact in its car seat. A reminder to check your child's seat installation and be sure that they're always fastened in. See the whole story as reported from KTXL. Be sure you've got the latest in safety technologies for you child's car seat today in our Car Seat Shop where y
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Blog postA blind Texas boy with autism gets to 'see' Santa for the first time. Like passages from his favorite book, "Twas the Night Before Christmas", this Santa brings those pages to life, taking the time to let the blind boy feel the twinkle in his eye and even pet his reindeer's fur. It's this kind of love, empathy and understanding for our fellow humans that makes the holidays so special. See the full story behind this magical moment with Santa on
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Blog postAlthough the stretch of time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is about a month, it usually flies by in a stream of parties, shopping, and hosting family. But the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to spend some time with your mom, despite the business.
One easy way to spend quality time with your mother is to use activities that already happen around Christmas - and spend them with her. Parents.com writer Caroline Rogers suggests taking a day trip together and wrapping presents -
Blog postSome of us eagerly anticipate the holiday season, decorating for Christmas earlier and earlier each year. Others dread it and don’t like the frantic pace it brings. Either way, this season evokes a lot of emotion.
And it can bring about a fair amount of stress as well. From family dynamics to preparations to expectations, it’s easy to get weighed down.
For me, Thanksgiving seems to move at a little bit slower pace than Christmas. Maybe because it’s one day and there’s o -
Blog postThe beauty of the fall season draws me in and endears me to it with its feast for the senses. Perhaps the pull of the season has more to do with the holidays it hosts. As well, the food and flavors sure add to the enjoyment.
Welcoming a baby to your family brings such a depth of emotion, especially this time of year. Baby’s First Thanksgiving brings us something extra special for which to be thankful.
Much of our gratitude is for the actual meal that brings families tog -
Blog postThis is a picture of a hand-printed wreath that my brothers and I made twenty-six years ago. I hang it up every year at Christmas time. I adore it. I remember with fondness the day we created them (we made eight, one for each kid, parents and grandparents) And every year my mom would hang it up on the wall so that we could see how much our hands had grown each year. I cherished that!
So this year, I am doing this craft with my boys and giving them as gifts to their grandparents. -
Blog postLooking for some creative Thanksgiving crafts to do with your toddler this week?
Slogging through Pinterest to find the perfect activity?
I’ve collected a few inspiring ideas that even the most craft-challenged mom can handle. I’m not a super artsy mom myself, but I love seeing the joy it brings to my little girl.
So follow the directions to the letter (it’s okay to be unapologetic about your lack of ability) or add your own personal flair and enjoy a holiday project w -
Blog postBy its very name, Thanksgiving provides us with an opportunity to slow down and reflect on the things for which we are thankful.
One of my favorite memories is sitting around a large dinner table, Grandma and Grandpa at each end with all my aunts, uncles, and cousins recounting our gratitude. My uncles and older cousins could easily reduce us all to tears of laughter with their hilarious stories of holidays past. But, inevitably, there also were sweet stories of thanks that chok -
Blog postIllustrated with paper cut animation, this Mother’s Day prayer captures all the different nuances of what makes us so thankful for our mothers.
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Blog postBritax took its time making an entry into the all-in-one car seat design market with the One4Life, but it was worth the wait. The harness slots are the tallest of all the all-in-ones on the market, the 50 lbs. rear-facing weight limit is becoming standard, and the tall shoulder belt guides for booster mode make it one that can actually be used. The One4Life has the feel and look of a Britax seat: deluxe fabrics and nicely tucked cover, thoughtful design like a handle for carryi
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Blog postI know what you're thinking, "Why do I need tips to survive baby's first cold in the middle of summer?" Believe it or not, baby can catch a cold any time of the year, not just during the winter.
In fact, going in and out of the air conditioning can wreak havoc on their little sinuses.
I'll never forget the first late night when I heard my baby's innocent little cough over the baby monitor. As it grew in intensity, frequency, and volume, worry washed over me as I -
Blog postTrick or treating brings up many emotions for parents, not to mention an abundance of questions:
Should we or shouldn't we? Where should we trick or treat? Should we trick or treat after school or once it's dark? In the neighborhood or a mall? Costume or no costume? Mask or no mask? I could go on...
But for parents of kids with allergies, Halloween trick or treating takes on an entirely new meaning.
No longer is it just an issue of safety or beliefs, but it becomes a -
Blog postBeing a lover of summer, autumn is always a little bitter sweet for me. But fall does a good job of enticing me with its vibrant colors, scrumptious flavors, and picture worthy activities.
There is something about walking in the crisp fresh air while curling my hands around a hot drink or apple cider donut that turns even the most ardent lover of summer into at least a willing participant in the festivities. #PSL, thanks to Starbucks, has become the ubiquitous sign that ushers in the -
Blog postThe early days of parenting (and a good chunk of the later ones) can be exhausting.
Learning everything about this new little person, while simultaneously being on-duty 24/7, makes for very tired parents. You may be relieved to reach bedtime only to find that your baby isn’t interested in sleeping.
While there may be lots of reasons why baby won’t settle into sleeping (such as hunger or sickness), some baby sleep solutions don’t require drastic measures.
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