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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...
Recommendations for Sunscreen and Bug Repellent - Deet or All-Natural?
Asked by T.H. from Boston
on April 25, 2008
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I'm so confused! I've been trying to gradually reduce the amounts of chemicals we use around the house and making an effort to go as natural and organic as possible. ...
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- Hi T.. I have tried the majority of bugsprays out there that do not contain DEET. Honestly, none of them worked well at all. My MD suggested finding the one on the she...
- Hi T., I recently received an email saying that Listerine (the original medicinal kind) works well as an insect repellent. I guess you just spray it around the are...
- I understand your concern. I think you'll be able to find more organic/natural sunscreens without too much issue. Check with the Pedi about sunscreen on the baby but...
Shoe Recommendations
Asked by K.M. from Chicago
on August 27, 2011
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Hi, Mommas!
My sweet daughter is 21 months. I had her in Reef shoes all summer and she loved them! They were a little more expensive than others, but breathable,...
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- There is a stride rite outlet at Gurnee Mills that has great prices. Most ofthe time cheaper than shoes you get elsewhere.
- Stride Rite are great shoes but, at 21 months, not worth the expense since she's in rapid growth. The Payless SmartFit shoes are made by Stride Rite and cost a fractio...
- Converse Hi Tops are great for toddlers and preschoolers. Love the flexible sole for toddlers. They are also affordable, classic style, and washable. We have all 3 ...
Cute Clothes for 30 Something Mom?
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on January 29, 2011
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OK, so I realize that style varies a lot, but I'm hoping that you Mamas have some recommendations on where to go shopping for me.
I have a wardrobe full of jeans, s...
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- Ditto on Ann Taylor Loft-you can get everything from everyday wear to a cute date night outfit. The sales people are usually really nice and helpful there. Sign up onl...
- My absolute favorite is Banana republic. It can be pricey but if you walk to the back of the store or go to the outlet store you can get some great deals. Or occasio...
- You could check out QVC. You can browse by designer or by 'complete looks' which give you an idea of what goes well with what. The only problem is that you can't try...
Need 2 Different Gift Ideas..Help!!
Asked by N.L. from Dallas
on December 21, 2010
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Im in need of gift Idesa for my stepdad and my three neices/nephew. I was wanting to get my stepdad a Playstation 3 Game since he bought himself one a year ago and onl...
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- Hi, The PS3 new call of duty game is called Black Ops. He might also like NBA2K11, MLB11, Madden11, or any of the Just Cause series. As far as your neices and nephe...
- How about an "experience" for the kids? A trip to an amusement park in their area, the zoo, a museum, or something like that? As a mom I wish we got more "experience...
- If the 3 year olds are into Disney Princesses, they may like a subscription to Disney Princess magazine. My 3 year old LOVES it. http://redan.com/
Looking for Recommendations on Winter Toddler Shoes, And/or Nonslip Wool Socks?
Asked by C.R. from Boston
on September 17, 2008
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Hello- my daughter has just recently started walking, and I am looking for ideas on which shoes and socks to get to keep her feet warm on our hardwood floors this wint...
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- roobez are good. my son, 13 mo old, does very well in them. good luck
- We used both the Robeez brand and the Shoo Shoos brand. Here is a link to their website. http://www.shooshoosusa.com/ Check out the clearance section for shoes ...
- I would say Robeez are what you're looking for, although now there are a lot of competitor's that are equally as good shoe/company. Depending on how chilly you think y...
Book Carts or Similar
Asked by E.T. from Dayton
on March 28, 2011
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I am a teacher, and go to the library weekly for books for my preschoolers. In addition, my son is developping some interests which we support with books also from th...
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- I would use a traveling suitcase with wheels.
- get another cart box on wheels? Places like home depot probably has them. All my Daughter's Teachers, has this.
- What about this one for 24 bucks? It holds 100 lbs. http://www.stacksandstacks.com/mini-shopping-cart?id=815&sku=8460&AID=10273848&PID=3992259
Seeking Advice Regarding Traveling on a Plane with My Toddler Son.
Asked by M.B. from Austin
on October 4, 2008
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HI to all moms and moms to be. I would like to seek some advice for anyone who had the experience of traveling with their toddler on a plane.I was given an opportunity...
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- Hi M., We lived in the Middle East when my daughter was born. She had been on over 150 flights before the age of 4. Diane T had a lot of great suggestions. I didn'...
- We traveled when my son was younger than yours, but not as long of a flight. I went to the dollar store and bought quite a few small things to entertain him...about o...
- You will have to bring your own car seat for the car but not on the plane. When my son was still in a carrier, I took that on the plane but the car seat was check wit...
What Would You Gift?
Asked by L.P. from Pittsburgh
on April 29, 2011
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My wedding is coming up in a month. I don't really have a wedding pary, per se, just 2 flower girls, one who is turning 3 on our wedding day, and one who will be 2 1/...
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- Make it something other than a wedding favor.My sis gave out toys for all the kids at hers, age appropriate.You only have 3 kids to buy for
- Totally get them TOYS! :)
- It sounds like you have provided nice things to commemorate their participation in the wedding. Instead of a toy...maybe a day spent with them somewhere (after the we...
Preschooler Bags/backpacks
Asked by M.K. from Chicago
on July 16, 2009
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Hi Moms! My daughter will be starting preschool in the Fall. Her preschool sent a note indicating she should bring a "large school bag/backpack that can be opened an...
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- Usually they want you to get a bigger backpack so the larger library books will fit in it. I just went to Target and got a Thomas the Tank backpack for my kids when...
- The Children's Place has cute backpacks and lunch boxes to match. They come in different sizes and styles and they are all only $10 right now.
- I too like LLBean. I bought one for my daughter this past year from LLBean and only had to buy 1. In the past 2 years, she had gone through 2 per year. She will be ...
