Weekly Calendar: Diaper Genie
8 articles
It Smells Pooey in Here!
Asked by M.O. from Denver
on October 10, 2008
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When I found out I was pregnant my DH and I registered for a Diaper Genie. My friend said she hated hers, so she didn't get me one. Consequently we got a plain old d...
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- My nursery workers hated the diaper genie and so did I, but for stinky diapers we use a ziploc bag and put a dryer sheet in the bag to help with the smell - it works g...
- I use the diaper champ and really like it. Smell is usually mitigated and you can recycle plastic grocery bags to use in it.
- we bought a regular diaper pail for our daughter and my friend said her diaper genie was a pain in the butt. I think I might try it for our second child though, anyway...
Looking for a Better Diaper Pail
Asked by R.C. from Minneapolis
on July 20, 2007
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Hello,
I have used a Diaper Genie for the past two years and I have never really liked it. I would like to find a diaper pail that is easy to use and that doesn't ...
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- I had a diaper genie with my son (he's now 3) and I hated it. When my daughter was born we decided to the the Diaper Champ and we love it. We just put a regular bag ...
- I gave up on diaper pails and just put Walmart bags in a holder next to my garage door. I would hang a bag on the door handle and then put the diapers into it until I...
- The Diaper Champ has been great for us. No need to purchase extra bags...garbage bags will do (or even old plastic grocery/target bags if you are in a $ pinch and dil...
Seeking Pregnancy Checklist Website
Asked by S.P. from Chicago
on March 27, 2008
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I am wondering if anyone knows of a pregnancy/prepare for baby checklist website that has been useful to them in getting ready for baby? I loved using the checklists ...
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- I second the recommendation of babycenter.com! It also has some cool information on the development of your baby, which is always exciting. I would definitely al...
- http://www.babycareabc.com/babychecklist.html My sister used this one.
- I am 32 weeks along with my first little bundle of joy and have found many websites that are extremely helpful. Babycenter.com is great, as has already been mentioned...
Expecting Our First Baby, Need ALL Sorts of Help!
Asked by K.L. from San Diego
on November 4, 2008
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My husband and I are expecting our first baby at the end of January. I just feel at lost for what to expect about anything and everything. We are so exciting about o...
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- Hi K., You have received lots of great advice. I was in your spot as well 4 years ago (High school sweetie and I married and nervous about what to expect). Here thi...
- Take a breastfeeding class through your hospital. It is THE BEST thing you can do for your child. Read The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by Le Leche League Internationa...
- Congrats! I am a mother of four and can list the things I found of value: 1. Crib - like other's said check Craig's list and Children's Orchard stores for use ones. ...
Smelly Diaper Champ
Asked by J.S. from Seattle
on May 13, 2008
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We've used the diaper champ for 17 months now. For the first year or so the odor was easily controlled. Now we can't seem to get rid of the odor. We've tried oust (...
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- Oh my I Have the same problem. Here is our solution. We use the lightly scented glad force flex bags and when when change the bag out we spray oust then let it "air" o...
- I haven't been able to read everything (there are A LOT of responses), but I thought I would add...sprinkle a little baking soda in the bottom after you clean it. It ...
- We have the same trouble. We originally bought it because we saw it on Good Morning America. We've had it for 6 years, and have never been able to completely "get it...
Must Haves for a Mom of 2
Asked by D.M. from Tampa
on May 8, 2007
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I think I have everything covered on my baby registry but I just wanted to see if any Moms out there had any good ideas for things a mother of a 1 1/2 year old and a n...
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- Hello and happy mothers day!! I am also a mother of 2. My son is three and my daughter turns two in june so they are close as well. one thing i can suggest is simpli...
- I'm a mother of 2 girls and the "must have" item(s) I pick are: 1) Double-Stroller (I personally have a Graco Duo Glider and love it) 2) Snuglie and/or hip holder 3...
- The book, "On Becoming Babywise", sleep sacks (saved me during winter and kept me from bundling my January 3rd girl!), get a good Medela breast pump (double, either th...
New Mom and Baby Registry
Asked by L.J. from Cincinnati
on September 21, 2011
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I will be having my first child in December and I am attempting to create a baby registry. I thought this process would be easy and it's actually harder than I thought...
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- I wouldn't worry about it too much. Just get the necessities and don't fret over the small stuff. There are always gadgets that people will suggest and other peopl...
- people have said it but here it is in simple terms. Get a variety, wait till the last minute to make big purchases and SAVE receipts. Every baby is different. I boug...
- It would depend on your lifestyle, are you SAHM ? Are you planning on outing a lot, are you active? Are you planning on breastfeeding? Since you are in OH, you will mo...
What Do I Need??
Asked by J.A. from San Francisco
on January 27, 2008
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Hi all,
I'm a first time mom to be, expecting a baby boy in 5 weeks and can't wait!! Any advise on the things you couldn't live without? We have a crib, car seat, ...
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- You need a big yoga/excercise ball. My son gos right to sleep, as soon as we start bouncing
- Wow, you evidently asked a question everyone wants to respond to... My motto is you need three things for a baby: a car seat, diapers, and an Ergo Baby Carrier. We ...
- Read the book "You are your Child's first Teacher", an amazing book with many insights and helpful hints and a book that you will many times pick up and look up stuff....
