Carriers & Slings: Luv
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Need New Baby Sling for My 7Month Old
Asked by P.D. from New York
on November 14, 2007
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My hand-me-down sling started to rip and I am in the market for a new one. I used the sling with my first son until he was over a year and I can't live without one. ...
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- I really liked my "hotslings" sling for both tiny baby and then hip-carrying. They have a website - hotslings.com. But I also recommend the Ergo carrier; I haven't use...
- So many brands are great, but Maya Wrap LP (lightly padded) seems to be almost universally loved and isn't that expensive. You can find them at www.mayawrap.com. Good...
- i like my maya wrap, but its all ive ever used so i cant compare. its great for nursing. its awesome when its all set, extremely secure and comfortable, but sometimes ...
What Is the Best Convertible Carseat?
Asked by S.T. from Phoenix
on April 2, 2008
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My 8 month old son is about to out grow his infant carrier. I need to buy a carseat that will face in the rear position, switch to forward facing, and hopefully go in...
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- I second the Evenflo Triumph. It's soft, comfy, easy to get in and out of and the crank tightener ensures a secure fit everytime. This seat goes rear or forward faci...
- Hi kristin T. yay! Yes, indeed keep that lil boundle of joy in a convertible car seat preferrably a seat that has a 5 point harness-those are excellent protection for ...
- Britax makes the best car seats and while they're expensive, your child will be in that seat until their 4 and 40 lbs (recommended size/weight for booster seat), so yo...
Breastfeeding in Public and Hands-free
Asked by T.R. from Los Angeles
on June 4, 2008
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Can anyone recommend a good sling brand for breastfeeding in public and on the go? I'm a new mom of a week old baby girl, and am feeling a bit overwhelmed about getti...
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- I used the Baby Pouch. It's like the Moby Wrap but better for me because the material is more stretchy and you can really get it snug with room to give. As for those...
- I am not sure about a sling but you should look into a hooter hider by bebe au lait. I felt the same as you, and once I got the cover breast feeding in public became ...
- Hi, T.. The best sling for breast feeding is the Baby Pouch. I found that it is stretchy enough to allow the baby to nurse while in the sling. Several of my fri...
Baby Shower Questions
Asked by J.B. from Milwaukee
on September 2, 2010
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Hello! I am 20 weeks pregnant and am starting to think about registering for my shower. I will probably register at Babys R Us and Target or Walmart. I really need h...
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- At Babies R Us, they offer a consultant for free to help you get just the right stuff. They are educated on the products that the store is selling and so forth. When...
- The things that I really loved and used the most with two babies were the swaddling blankets and the zip bottom bag blankets by Halo (or indorsed by Halo) -anyway, the...
- I like Graco for baby gear (car seat, stroller, travel system, pack n' play, high chair). For diapers I like Pampers swaddlers for new borns, and LUVS for when they ...
Cats and Kids . . .
Asked by L.L. from Lexington
on July 29, 2011
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We are currently a pet free home (sadly) and my husband and I are trying to decide about our "pet future." We just lost our dog, and have been talking about getting a...
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- Welllll I've had cats all my life, since I was like 4, I think...(mom didn't write the age of us on the back of the photo w/our 'first kittens'), may've been 5 yrs old...
- It depends a bit on your kids and their personalities. We had an older cat (21 years old) who died last summer after being sick about a year. My kids were 4 years ol...
- Bah I've grown up with cats my whole life. We have three cats. Had three cats when my daughter was born. My daughter has grown up around cats and learned from an ear...
International Flights with an Infant
Asked by M.W. from Cincinnati
on November 15, 2006
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I'm considering an international trip over the next year so my baby and her father can see his side of the family - we would go to India and/or Hong Kong. Has anyone ...
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- I see you will now be traveling with a 22month old in the future.......here's a bit more advise. I just travelled alone with my 27 month old boy and I was stressed be...
- In the magazine called first steps they sell a lot of items for flying with young children. My mom flew with my brother and I when we were 2 and 9 months old to Austr...
- Hello M., Travelling by yourself is a daunting experience and having a child in tow...wow! I travelled with my now 4 yr old when she was 9 months old to Beirut. It w...
First Time Mom-to-be Overwhelmed with All the Products!
Asked by D.N. from Raleigh
on July 15, 2010
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Hi Moms,
I am a first time mom-to-be (14 weeks) and have been researching the many products out there for babies. I am basically seeking advice about any and all p...
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- There were lots of products years ago but nowadays it is unreal the number of products and gadgets out there. I think if you stick to the simple basics you can't go ...
- I loved the Boppy pillow. My son and I got the point that we used it for all feedings. I used Playtex dropins bottles for daycare which also fit the lansinoh storage...
- Get all your safety stuff (outlet covers, etc.) that are appropriate for your environments - yes, environments, including grandma's house, etc. Don't skimp on baby gat...
Acid Reflux
Asked by K.M. from Providence
on February 16, 2007
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My son is 10 months old and has acid reflux. To make a very long story short. He has been on Zantac since he was 2 months old. I'm now taking him to a GI specialist b...
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- My son is also 10 months and I'm a 27 yr old stay at home mom as well. I unfortunately don't have advice for you but wanted to let you know you aren't alone. My sist...
- Hi K., I have a daughter with a GI history too and she is only 9 months. I see a Pedi GI at Hasbro and I have been very happy with the results. Dr. Cerezo is fantast...
- Hello, my son is 10 months old too and has always had a problem with reflux. He has never been put on medication because it does not happen everyday. He has been on ...
To Amnio or Not to Amnio?
Asked by C.A. from Boston
on February 15, 2007
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I'm 14 wks pregnant. I've just gotten results back from my ultrascreen to check for chromosomal disorders (ie. Downs syndrome). The results have put me at high risk ...
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- Hi - I had an amnio with my youngest . . . I work with developmentally disabled folks and thought (still think) it was in my best interest to know so I could be pre...
- Hi C.- I would suggest, since you wouldn't terminate the pregnancy regardless of the results, not to get the amnio. I was calculated at about the same risk. I didn't ...
- Dear C., Only you can decide what you want. However,I wouldn't do it.I'm glad that you are going to keep the baby!! And remember your other boys are all healthy a...
More Affection
Asked by M.H. from Chicago
on January 23, 2008
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Hi ladies - I am writing out of desparation. My husband and I have been married for 9 years and I thought things were going pretty good. However, my husband has told...
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- men need affection just as much as we do. we show affection just by doing things for eachother. everyday we say we say we love you- or say "you and me against the wor...
- Hi M., I try to do little things for my hubby - make him his favorite food w/o telling him, he just walks in and there it is. The other day I mailed him a card to...
- Do you give your husband a hug and kiss when you or he gets home from work everyday? I don't mean a little pat and a peck on the cheek. I mean a real kiss with feeling...
