Reading: Babies 'R' Us
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Learning to Read
Asked by R.Y. from Norfolk
on March 9, 2008
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I have been trying to teach my 5 year old how to read. I've been using the Kumon books as a reference. They seem to keep his attention more than the Hooked on Phonic...
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- I have used " teach your child to read in 100 Easy lessons" it takes a while to get through -- but i am having success with my 6 year old son.
- I just joined Mamasource last week. So I'm just reading your request for help. I have been very successful in teaching our son to read using the Leap Frog series of ...
- I would back off with the lessons; he may not be ready yet, and it may cause him to learn to dislike reading. I used to get frustrated years ago when my son would ...
Baby Can Read
Asked by I.T. from Los Angeles
on August 28, 2010
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hi, i saw they have in babies r us this DVD called : Your Baby Can Read! DVD Set, does anybody knows it, is it good? thank you
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- i agree with everything peg said. first, too much time - obsessive amounts of time, really. second, NO reason for it other than bragging rights. third, you're NOT teac...
- It doesn't teach them how to read, it teaches them objects. Please do not let your child watch DVDs or TV before the age of 2. They are unable to understand it and it ...
- If you will read to your child everyday, your child will learn to read.. those videos are all a waste of time and money..
Crib Recommendations
Asked by S.K. from Minneapolis
on September 7, 2010
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My 4 month old is outgrowing his bassinet. I am looking for a good crib and need help in choosing one as I read about so many cribs being recalled.
Cribs at babies R...
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- We have a crib by Million Dollar Baby. It's one of those that converts to a toddler bed, then to full size headboard and footboard. The style is called "Emily". We'...
- Babies R Us has had some pretty good sales lately and they also sometimes have 20% coupons if you ask. The big thing right now with cribs is that you should not get...
- NO DROP SIDES! theyre all being slapped with recalls. I bought my daughter the Graco Lauren 4 in 1 fixed side crib and its very steady, I decided that after the recall...
Convertible Carseat Recommendations
Asked by N.C. from Columbus
on August 23, 2008
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We are getting ready to purchase convertible carseats for our twins. I've seen the wide range in price and we're looking to spend no more than $150 on each seat. Do ...
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- we have a Britax roudabout. and LOVE it. my parents have other carseats in their cars and they are very low and bucket like. the Britax sits up higher, so the child...
- We really have been happy with the Cosco Alpha Omega seat that we purchased for our daughter. She will be able to use it through the time when she needs to be in a bo...
- Hi N., We're getting ready to do the same with our 7mo old daughter. We use a Cosco booster seat (under $50) for our 5yr old son that we put him in when he was about ...
Pregnancy Books
Asked by R.E. from Washington DC
on October 11, 2008
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Hi,
I just found out I'm pregnant with my first child! I'm looking for a good pregnancy book. Can anyone make a recommendation? Or a good website?
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- Hi R., I have had two kids and I definitely loved my "What to Expect When Your Expecting" book. It goes through all the stages with you and can answer all kinds of q...
- I've been subsribing to a great website (babycenter.com) since I was pregnant with my son 6 years ago. They give you weekly updates while you're pregnant and continue ...
- CONGRATULATIONS!!!! What To Expect When You're Expecting was good for me. I also talked to friends & family who had children. Just remember everyone is so different so...
Your Favorite Toys & Books for a 1 Year-old
Asked by G.C. from New York
on June 8, 2008
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Hi moms, what are your favorite toys and board books for a 1 year-old? We have some Karen Katz books that my DD destroyed so I'm looking for some titles of sturdier li...
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- Another vote for Sandra Boynton. When she's a bit older, check out John Farrell's books, www.johnfarrell.com
- Try Dear Zoo and board books by Sandra Boynton both favorites that held up for us from about that age. Also if you are looking for basic t-shirts and onesies try my on...
- Hi G.! One book that stands out in my mind is "Good Night Moon"... it is a cute book and there is a little mouse on each page. Your daughter (I assume because of the...
Stroller Recommendations...is the Baby Trend Expedition LX Any Good?
Asked by A.L. from San Francisco
on March 12, 2009
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We recently purchased this Baby Trend brand 3-wheeled jogging stroller. Of course after I bought it, I read bad reviews of it on Babies R Us (mostly due to a wiggly fr...
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- I had the Baby Trend Expedition and used it for both kids. I recently gave it to my cousin, and she's using it for her baby. For a $100 jogger, that thing has held up ...
- We purchased a BOB Revolution before our son was born at the recommendation of our neighbors whove used theirs for 5 years! I didnt want to be a "strollet queen" A...
- Hi A., I have the Double Expedition jogger and love it. I was a little worried because of the reviews, but it was the one that fit my budget with all the extras I ...
Exersaucer Recommendations
Asked by D.F. from Chicago
on November 3, 2006
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I would love some input from other moms who have purchased and/or used exersaucers for their little ones. I am looking for some recommendations on models still on the...
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- I would try to get a used one because they're expensive and you don't use it that long and some babies don;t like it at all. My son needed a few times before he liked ...
- I used EvenFlo excersaucer and it was great for my little girl.
- Hi! My baby LOVED the exersaucer and it still keeps him in one spot if I need to do something(he's 9 months old). I would recommend the ones that turn into a walker-...
Good Book for New Dad to Read & Advice for a Bottle That Simulates Nursing
Asked by S.G. from Sacramento
on July 14, 2009
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Hello Mamas! I have two requests..My son is 9 weeks old and I am getting ready to go back to work in a month and want to find a bottle that works well for my son. I've...
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- Hi S., We used the playtex drop-in bottles with the brown/latex nipples (baby didn't like the clear ones) specifically because they most closely resembled the breas...
- I hope this doesnt sound weird but aggitation to noise on your husband's part is most likely due to vitamin/mineral deficiency which affects the central nervous system...
- I am actually having a similar issue with my daughter and the bottle. When she was 5 wks we tried her on the bottle a few times and she took it no problem. We used the...
Double Stroller Recommendations
Asked by W.J. from Dallas
on September 13, 2008
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I am pregnant with my second and we have a 3 year old that tolerates her stroller great BUT should I just keep the "cadillac" as my husband calls it for when the baby ...
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- My kids are 3-1/2 years apart. They are now 15 months and almost five. We got the baby trend sit and stand stroller, and it worked great for the times I needed them bo...
- Remember to look out for the weight. Double strollers can be impossible to maneuver in and out of the car. If your 3 year old isn't a runner then it's kind of fun to...
- I have 3 girls and i loved the double stroller. I had the stacked where the front seat could turn to face out to the crowd or turn in to face the other child. I woul...
