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Car Seat Left in Musty Basement
Asked by L. from Minneapolis
on July 6, 2009
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We are expecting our 2nd child in September. We kept my daughter's infant car seat BUT my husband put it in our musty basement for a year. Our house is over 100 year...
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- If the cover removes, and I don't know any car seat that it doesn't, just take it off, wash it with tea tree oil and vinegar. One is a disinfectant and the other remov...
- I would go to your local hardware store and pick up a mold test for about $10-15. They take a couple of hours to expose and have several different mold tests to try o...
- Knowing the price and quality of these kind of car seats, I would certainly try to use it. I live in a almost 100 year old house too, so I know what you mean. If you...
Car Seat
Asked by N.H. from Corpus Christi
on June 22, 2008
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My son is 8 months old and weighs 22 pounds. It is time to buy a new car seat. I need suggestion on buying a convertible car seat. Currently we have the baby trend car...
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- The Eddie Bauer 3-in-1 carseat received the highest safety rating with the highest ease of use rating. Cosco, who makes the Eddie Bauer seat, has a generic version av...
- We had the same problem with my daughter who outgrew hers at 7 months. We got the Britax Roundabout. LOVE IT. It's small, lightweight and easy to move. It has two ...
- The Britax Roundabout Carseat is wonderful. You can use it both in both back and forward facing positions. It is pricey, but the safety ratings are great (and who c...
Convertible Car Seats
Asked by A.D. from Los Angeles
on June 5, 2009
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I have been doing a ton of research online for a convertible car seat for my 1 year old. Unfortunately I am really confused. All of my friends use the Britax Maratho...
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- I have both of these carseats, the Marathon for my son, and the Blvd. for my daughter, and I dislike the Blvd. The Marathon is much easier to use. Also, when I bough...
- I put a Recaro Signo in my car as I wanted to keep my son rear-facing for as long as possible. It's a great seat, but it is HUGE. At 16 months we turned him forward-fa...
- We have two of these. I have 2 girls and we started the second one out since birth. We love them. They go to 65lbs so the little one will be in the for quite time. I...
Recommendation for a Good Car Seat (Forward Facing)
Asked by D.T. from San Francisco
on October 9, 2008
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Hello Mommies!!
My husband and I are looking for a forward facing car seat for our tall, "skinny minnie" 15 month old daughter. I know she's a little old to be in a ...
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- I'm a car seat technician, and we can't really recommend particular seats. Some popular ones that are user friendly are the Britax seats (i.e. Marathon, Boulevard.....
- The Marathon is a great seat - I decided on this after debating a long time between it and the Sunshine Kids seats (Radian 65 and 80) because I wanted a seat that woul...
- I also have a "skinny-minnie" who is now 2 1/2. It took the longest time for her to be turned forward facing in her carseat. At 15 months, she was 19# and 29" long. ...
Stroller Advice
Asked by K.C. from Tampa
on December 2, 2007
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I am having my first baby in February and I need help deciding which stroller/car seat duo I should buy. My sister has the Graco Metrolite stroller and loves it becau...
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- I also have the Evenflo Aura, and I love it. The car seat is light and very easy to strap the baby in. The cover removes easily for washing and adjusting the straps ...
- We bought the Chicco travel system for out 3rd baby and love it. Yes, it's a little more expensive than the systems we used for our first two children, but in this ca...
- I too have the graco metrolite and have mixed reviews. Overall, I like it. The car seat is great, I have no complaints about that. The stroller itself had one minor...
What to Get
Asked by S.C. from San Francisco
on May 8, 2009
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I have no idea what I need and what's the best for my buck. Can any experienced mom out there help me.. Car seat, stroller, best pumps, cribs, I have no idea what el...
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- There's a book called Baby Bargains (by Denise and Alan Fields) that was an invaluable resource for us. Its very helpful - grades most major baby products like car sea...
- When it came to my first daughter seriously nothing was too much. I wanted everything regardless of friends telling me their oppinions. This is what I got and this is ...
- Carseat: Spend the money on a Britax--they're the safest AND the most comfortable AND the easiest to use. That said, skip the "infant" carseat/carrier thing & go str...
First Plane Ride for 6 Month Old, Advice?
Asked by J.G. from Sacramento
on February 14, 2008
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Hi, we're going on vacation next month, flying with my 6 month old daughter, and I just want to know if anyone has any advice on what to bring/not to bring, tips, etc....
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- Hi! Congradulations on the birth of your little daughter and your little grandson. My youngest uncle is only 4 months older than I am. I am sure that you are overjoye...
- we have traveled quite a bit with our baby- take the stroller to the gate for sure. the only drawback is that at security, you have to take the baby out, and put the c...
- Hi J. When traveling, try to make sure your bags are not over 50lbs a piece or you will have to pay in addishion to the weight of the bag. Each person can bring on ...
Convertible Carseats
Asked by J.O. from Sacramento
on March 31, 2009
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Hi there,
I am currently researchng new carseats for my baby boy. I cannot decide between the Britax Marathon and the Britax Boulevard. Any moms out there have th...
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- I have the Marathon and love it. It's gone through a lot with my 2 1/2 year old son. It's easy to disassemble when needed for cleaning and has great safety features.(i...
- I own both, but we only use the Marathon as a spare in my husband's car. Both of my youngest kids have a Boulevard and I have no complaints (nor do they). It is easy...
- Hi J., I have both carseats ~ the Marathon for my first born and we went with the Boulevard for our second child. They are both wonderful carseats, so either choic...
First Time Mom Seeks Advice
Asked by S.K. from Minneapolis
on April 22, 2007
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I will be 28 this fall when I have my first baby. This is the first grandchild on both sides, so everyone is very excited! I have been hearing lots of advice. I like s...
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- This would have saved me a lot of money, Do not open and wash all of the cute clothes and blankets you receive before the baby arrives. If you have a big baby they...
- Good for you for trying to get ready!! I wish I had read some books about helping your baby sleep when I was pregnant. When you realize you need the help, you're too...
- Hi S.!!! Congrats and I totally understand what you are going through...but remember bottom line when the baby comes you will know what is right. That is the one thi...
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...
