Co-Sleeper Products: BOB
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Cribs, Car Seats, Bob Revolution, Nordic Cab? Ugggg.
Asked by P.L. from Hartford
on March 8, 2010
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Anyone have a car seat, baby jogger, stroller, crib, glass baby bottles, co-sleeper....any product for a new baby.... that they love? I am overwhelmed by the choices....
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- Mimjumi BPA free bottles BabyHawk carriers Sprout Shell Covers Earth Mama Angel Baby Organics (hands down the best for nursing moms) Rockin Green detergent or Soa...
- Oh where do I start?! I can make so many recommendations for what I love that it will make your head spin. Funny thing though, I already shared a list of my baby must ...
- When I was shopping for a car at the end of last year and was worried about the chemicals in the "new car smell", I found a website that appears to be a very good reso...
Need Advice on Getting Newborn to Sleep in Bassinet
Asked by M.W. from San Francisco
on March 10, 2008
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I have a six-day old newborn who will not sleep on her own. She also will not sleep on her back. Unfortunately, the only want she will fall asleep at night is in our b...
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- Have you tried swaddling her? We did this after a couple days for our daughter, as she didn't like to sleep on her back either. Usually I would swaddle, rock or sway...
- Congratulations on your new arival! My son wouldn't sleep in anything other than our arms or on our chest. We did get him to sleep in his car seat carrier. They like...
- We had the same problem when our son was newborn. We did not feel safe having him on the mattress; when you are exhausted,like new parents are, rolling over accidently...
New Mom Lack of Sleep Trouble Adjusting
Asked by K.M. from Houston
on May 14, 2008
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Anyone have some good advice on how to adjust to the lack of sleep and night-time fussiness that comes with a newborn? I love my daughter to pieces, but it gets harde...
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- Just remember it doesn't last that long. Hang in there. Mentally prep yourself for a while longer and before you know it, she'll be sleeping thru the night. hang in...
- Welcome to motherhood. My best advice is just sleep when your baby sleeps. You need to get your rest. Have your husband help you. Men need to get involved to. G...
- K., You've gotten some great suggestions to try. Here is my 2 cents worth: Try to watch or read, The Happiest Baby on the Block by Dr. Harvey Karp. He has some gre...
3 Week Old Eating 4 to 5 Oz Every 2 Hours!!
Asked by J.W. from Columbus
on February 15, 2011
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Ok. My 3 week old is eating 4 to 5 oz every 2 hours. It seems like I am always feeding him. He is now 10 lbs 8 oz and was for 9.2 lbs. Anyone have any suggestions ...
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- Sounds like you're doing formula? If you are, alternate sleep nights. One parent on all night -- preferably sleeping in baby's room (so the other has total quiet) -- a...
- Try 5 oz and see if he can go longer. You are preparing the formula correctly? If it is too watery of course it wont' be as filling. Sounds like your three week old ...
- This is so tough--but it is normal! Sorry.
Who Has Had a Preemie?
Asked by K.A. from Washington DC
on October 31, 2011
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My best friend just had a baby boy this morning at 32 weeks. He is 4 lbs and is in the NICU. She had a vaginal delivery and seems to be doing okay physically. My quest...
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- I had a preemie. Clothing. Chances are she doesn't have any preemie clothes. I needed rides to and fro because I had a c-section so I wasn't permitted to drive. If...
- My first baby was born about this same time and was 4lbs. 10 oz. He was also frank breech and I delivered vaginally. In those days no sonograms were done and they di...
- My middle daughter was born at 32 weeks and was 4 lbs. My in laws helped care for my oldest and worked with the hubby to get the nursery finished. They also took care ...
I'm Trying to Register for My Baby Shower and I Don't Know What I Need...
Asked by R.R. from San Francisco
on September 11, 2008
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There are so many "must-have" baby things out there that I have no idea what is really helpful vs. what is not as important. If you could respond with baby products t...
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- One thing I found invaluable was a baby carrier. I had a clingy baby who needed constant attention (still does and she is 12! :) ) and I would carrier her on my bac...
- 1) If you're going to use disposable diapers, don't get a Diaper Genie -- they require their own special bags. Get the Diaper Champ -- you can use tall kitchen garbag...
- I lived in my sling-for the baby of course. Also, a portable small bassinet with a removeable top (it snaps right on top, so I could change the baby there when she wa...
Those Parents Who Do Not Believe in CIO...
Asked by A.K. from San Francisco
on June 12, 2010
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My husband and I have not been able to bring ourselves to use CIO on our 5 month baby yet- I'm not saying I don't approve of other families using it, but we just haven...
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- we did the cio with my daughter. it worked for us but i know its not for everyone. have you tried putting her on her belly to sleep (as long has she has good head cont...
- Hi PB&J, I didn't use CIO with my first child. I tried the No Cry Sleep Solution method and a few others but none worked for her. So I basically rode out the worst ...
- Ours is 25 months, and still doesn't sleep through the night...and that's ok...what saved us was co-sleeping...much easier on you if you don't have to get up every tim...
Advice on Baby #2 and Must-haves for the Second Time Around
Asked by S.G. from Denver
on August 27, 2008
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I am curious to find out what products work best for mother's of 2+ kids! I am pregnant with my second kiddo and I have a two year old at home. He will be 2 1/2 when...
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- Hi. I have three kids under 3. Oldest is 3, 2, and 3 1/2 mo. I have the combi double stroller. I love it!!! It fits anywhere is light if im without help and we have u...
- I could not have gone anywhere or done anything when my second baby came without a baby sling. I love my Maya Wrap brand ring sling, but I now have a collection of sli...
- Congrats on Baby #2 mine are 19 months apart. I would get a Sit-n-Stand Stroller, where the older one can ride on the back. They are not as bulky as the tandem strolle...
What Do You Really Need for an Infant?
Asked by L.L. from Hartford
on January 9, 2011
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So it's been 8 years since I last had a baby to care for. I am expecting again and am at a loss for what I really need and trying to prioritize. I have looked at many ...
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- I don't know if this is very commonly known. It's been a long time since my babies were little. However, one thing I absolutely adored were diaper liners. I used cl...
- Best stuff: miracle blanket for swaddling, sleepsacks (depending on the season), we LOVED the bouncy seat (got me my showers) and the swing was very useful. Baby bjorn...
- I loved using the book Baby Bargains as a resource when I have my 1st child. It's a sort of consumer reports for baby items... but also tells you stuff that you need, ...
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...
