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We're Expecting! What Do I Need to Know Now?
Asked by K.E. from Los Angeles
on May 31, 2009
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Hubby & I just found out yesterday that we will be expecting our first!! We are beyond amazed at how quickly it happened and could not be any more excited!!! We both...
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- Hi K., I am a mother of 2 and also a teacher (1st & 2nd) grades. My advice to you before you go out and buy a whole nursery set up and spend hundreds or thousands of ...
- Hi K., Congratulations! The whole experience is a little freaky but you'll get used to it! I also did not really like What To Expect When You're Expecting. It ...
- Congratulations!! Okay this is pretty long so bear with me. =) Find a great doctor or midwife that listens to all your concerns and doesn't belittle you or make...
1St pregnancy--TWINS!
Asked by K.M. from Kansas City
on January 16, 2012
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Hi Mom! My sister is pregnant for the first time and it's TWINS! Our whole family is over the moon--mostly because she's been trying for years. I have 3 kids, but d...
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- Congratulations to your sister! I have 5 year old boy/girl twins and I turned 37 two months after they were born and also had IVF. My best advice to her is to let othe...
- Let her adjust to it all... her and her husband, in their own way. Being this is her first pregnancy, she may get overwhelmed? And I am sure her Doctor will keep her ...
- I have no experience with twins, but since my kids are only 18 months apart, I did purchase several double strollers. I can tell you that I love love love my Combi Twi...
Advice on What I Really Need!
Asked by M.K. from Syracuse
on August 6, 2008
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I'm expecting my first baby in December...just looking for some advice/recommendations on what I will definitely need right away in terms of supplies/gear. Also- woul...
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- Mara - one tip that was given to me (although I didn't listen but understand it now) was this: You will get sooooo many clothes that are sized 0-3 months or even 6 mo...
- ToysRus have a great selection...it may help to go into the store and see what they have.
- Mara, Congratulations! Alot of what you'll need depends on your life style. It's been awhile (mine are 11 and 13). Must haves: A car seat- If both you and...
Baby Carrier, Sling or Ergo?
Asked by H.F. from Boca Raton
on August 26, 2009
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I have a very active 2.5 year old son and am expecting baby #2 in mid-October. I'm thinking that I will need and make good use of a baby carrier, sling or Ergo carrie...
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- I used the Baby Bjorn air carrier (the mesh one) and loved it. I felt that the baby was really strapped in securely and the construction is very sturdy. It's machine w...
- Hi I have a 16 month old son and in the beginning I used an all cotton sling which I found great as he slept well in it. Then it was good for when he could sit up and ...
- Hi, H.. Well, I've only had experience with baby carriers and slings (the kind you wear across your chest and the baby is supported on your hip). I've used the soft ki...
What to Buy
Asked by M.B. from Stationed Overseas
on September 28, 2008
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Hi.
I'm expecting my second baby in a few months. I still have all the basics from my first, but I want to get a few things I wish I had gotten the first time, as w...
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- HI Micheala, Check at the Foster Furniture store. Last year I bought a nice bassinet for a friend from our homeschool group. It could be a playpen, too and it has vib...
- Hi M.... I have a 16 month old daughter so I just finished using some of these very same products. I had friends complain that they didn't have all these things ar...
- Hi, I am also a second time mom with a toddler and an infant. With respect to your list, I would say the Sleepy Wrap is absolutely essential. It is relatively inexpe...
Ellaroo Organic Mei Hip Baby Carrier
Asked by M.H. from Sarasota
on April 21, 2008
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I know there have been requests about baby slings and I have read through them. I don't recall seeing any specifically on this carrier. I am going to have my second ...
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- I would check out thebabywearer.com Babies R Us has a very limited selection. I would not go with the baby bjorn. There is a lot of padding between you and bab...
- Not sure if you have found a sling yet but have you checked out New Native Slings? Some slings infants seem to sink into with their chin tucked into their chest which...
- Hi M.. First of all, Congrats!!! Exciting and wonderful. I have a 7 month old and when expecting had similar issues on slings. Some looked cool, others sorta comfy ot...
Oops--pregnant Again!
Asked by D.W. from Salt Lake City
on December 28, 2010
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I have a 10-month-old son, and found out last month that I am unexpectedly pregnant again. I read a question from another member who had a similar predicament and was ...
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- I have only one piece of knowledge to share with you. Baby #2 came when Baby #1 was just over 2 years old, and I remember thinking that he would have been a lot easier...
- with the food thing, I would just start giving him a little bit of what you're having (chopped up into small pieces, of course) whenever you have a meal. Little bits o...
- Mine are exactly 2 years apart...I love it. They are so close in age that they can play together. There was no jealousy issues when we brought our youngest home.... ...
Tips from Moms with Two Under Two
Asked by M.B. from Lancaster
on November 8, 2010
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Hi Moms,
We are expecting our second child in April (yea!). My daughter will be 15 months when the new baby is born. Do you have any tips for managing two kids und...
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- Congratulations! I had my first 2 boys 19 months apart and the third and fourth boys are going to be 21 months apart, so mine were a little older than yours. The big...
- Congrats! My first two are 17 mos apart and my second 2 are 25 mos apart. It's really wasn't too difficult once you get the hang of it. Try to develop a routine, this...
- We had our second son when our first was 18 months old. I echo what a lot of the women said - definitely go with the flow. Make a list of what absolutely needs to happ...
How Did You Stay Sane with Multiple Kids and No Family to Help You?....
Asked by G.M. from Phoenix
on September 14, 2009
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I just had a baby, he's a month old now, and I have a four year old too. I know it's normal to feel overwhelmed, and my husband is great with trying to give me as much...
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- Hey G., You are not alone. I feel the same way too. I have almost 5 year-old girl, almost 3 year-old girl and due with another in a couple of weeks. I have no fa...
- Hi Mama!!! 1st of all CONGRATS on your family!!!! I know how overwhelming it can be, because hello it is the hardest job, and you know what you are doing it and doing ...
- Hello, Life with kids is a constant balancing act. The kids come first, but your needs are important too. If you are feeling good, than you cannot be the best Mom a...
Baby Carriers
Asked by A.H. from Kansas City
on May 7, 2008
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Has anyone every used the carrier called the "Moby Wrap?" How about the Peanut Shell? Baby Bjorn? Tell me what you love or hate about some carriers. Not super int...
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- I love my baby Bjorn carrier. When the baby is small you can carry in the front or later on you can switch it to the back. It does get awfully warm for the baby though...
- I really like my Moby wrap. It's so lightweight and easy to learn how to tie around. My daughter really likes it because some of the holds she can look out at everythi...
- I use a one-piece sling made by my friend Kerry who is the owner of the business, eieiobaby gear. It is wonderful, both for baby and your back! It also works for bot...
