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Need Advice for Baby Gear for 8 Mos-18 Mos
Asked by K.W. from Salinas
on June 16, 2009
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Hi! I will be moving to South America when my son is 8 months old. As he is my first child, I have no idea what items I need for a baby during the 8 month to 18 mont...
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- My husband and I lived in Bulgaria and Egypt for 2 1/2 years before we had kids and were able to find nearly everything we needed there (even North American brand name...
- Hey K., I must say, you are smart to get your items together before you go. I lived in Buenos Aires, Argentina for awhile and that is probably one of the cities in S...
- I think most important would be to have his carseat for that phase before you go, as well as a stroller you like ...maybe some clothes staples and blankets too.
Where to Donate Toys
Asked by L.M. from Chicago
on November 28, 2007
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I have 3 yr old and 10 mo old boys. Their toys are taking over our house! My husband has a large family so I know he will be getting more toys at Christmas. I would...
Toys in Crib
Asked by K.J. from Salt Lake City
on November 22, 2008
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up until this point i had no toys in the crib with my son. he is now 10 months old. should i continue to have no toys or put one or some in for lovies?
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- I would be very careful about what kind of toy you put in there. I would make sure they have one or two soft toys. That's all. Good luck!!!
- A Glow Worm is a good choice for this age.
- Hi K., I have a 2 year old and he is an amazing little sleeper most of the time. In his crib he only has a crib size blanket to sleep under and his "snuggly". At tim...
North County Consignment Store for Kids Clothes and Gear
Asked by K.M. from San Diego
on May 8, 2008
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My son grows so fast, he's only 7months and wears 18month clothes!!! I can't keep up $$$ with his new wardrobe every month. Do any of you ladies know where I can find ...
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- Hi K.-- I've been to one in Poway in Midland Road and it's very cute. You can sign up on a list if there's something you are looking for and they'll call if you if th...
- It looks like you got a lot more info than I knew about second-hand stores, so I will just share what I know about double strollers. I have two boys 15 months apart (...
- yes!! it's called La Costa Kids. It's in Encinitas off el Camino real. They are great. i buy ans sell there and they have REALLY cute stuff.
Outdoor Gear
Asked by M.N. from Portland
on March 17, 2008
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I would like to take my 6 month, not quite crawling yet, son outside with me when I work in the yard. I don't want to wear him on my back, or put him down on the wet ...
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- Hi there, We bought a graco pack n play sport it is shaped like a hexagon, has a waterproof bottom that you can set right on the ground even if it is a little unev...
- We have a nice bouncey play pen that is elevated off of the ground a bit. It's great for yard work, because the bottom of the pen stays dry.
- I would suggest a playpen.
What Do You Store Toys In?
Asked by L.K. from Austin
on December 28, 2010
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I have 3 daughters. One is a baby. My family room looks like Toys R Us threw up all over it. What do you store your baby toys in? My 5 year old has one of those cube t...
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- gosh i had the same problem for years. at least before we moved to NY we had a basement, not we don't even have that. so, a mom showed me what she does, she had picked...
- I get rid of toys regularly to keep them manageable. I have a box for older ones and baby ones. things like leggos/blocks... with lots of pieces are in a separate litt...
- hahahahaha, I feel you :D I went to the storage section at Walmart and bought this huge tub, it looks like a small boat seriously!! I can get almost all the toys in t...
Clothes and Toys
Asked by C.S. from Dallas
on May 22, 2010
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Any suggestions on what to do with gently used clothes and toys? I have several clothes that still have the tags on them.
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- Depends on what your priorities are. Would you like to make some money back for the investment you made? Then put them in a consignment sale, like JBF Fort Worth. Howe...
- Depending on your financial situation, you could donate them to GRACE or Goodwill or sell them to a consignment shop like Kid to Kid.
- You can donate them to Our Children's House. It is a medical facility attached to Baylor hospital downtown. They care for kiddos that (usually) have had some sort of...
Toys Toys Everywhere!!!
Asked by D.H. from Los Angeles
on August 22, 2008
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Hello! My name is D.. I am up to my eyeballs in toys! Please don't get me wrong, I love the fact that my children (ages 2 and 3 1\2) have toys to play with. I just fee...
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- This is what I do... I tub all toys that come in many pieces or have lots of parts to go with it. Like LPS, legos, blocks, etc. I store the boxes in the closet that i...
- D., I am so getting you on this. I have four boys (ages four and under) and we live in a two bedroom apartment. I was completly overwhelmed with toys. This past week...
- housefairy.org and flylady.net My kids are 4.5 and 2.75 years old, oh, and #3 is 8 weeks old! Our rule is that they may take out one toy and play with it. When th...
Toys for Tots
Asked by A.B. from Dallas
on December 23, 2007
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Hi Mamas,
We just found a bag of toys that we had collected for Toys for Tots. Does anyone know if they are still collecting? If not, any suggestions in the Carrollt...
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- If you don't find anyone, I volunteer for the Samaritan Inn in McKinney and we are in the process of fixing up their playroom which only has broken old toys. I would b...
- How generous you are.........my suggestion is to find a shelter for women of domestic violence.....the holidays are the worst (I speak from experience) and these women...
- That is a wonderful lesson you are teaching your children! I would try Metrocrest Social Services. I know they collect items for families in need. http://www.me...
American Toys
Asked by S.G. from Pittsburgh
on October 26, 2008
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So with Christmas coming up I am thinking about toys. I try to buy American made whenever i can but I am at a loss with toys. Does anyone have any ideas. I have a 3 an...
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- Hey, S.! At the risk of this being a shameless plug, I have a baby sling company called THING-A-MA-SLING, and in addition to making full-size infant/child carriers,...
- I found a company that sells just American made. It is called Three crazy Monkey's. You can go to www.threecrazymonkeys.com and see for yourself. I think it is pretty ...
- Hi S. - I'm assuming you buy American to avodi the lead paint issue from china, etc. I do as well. One Step ahead/Leaps and Bounds.com both certify all of their toys...
