Birthday Party Preparation: Infant, LL Bean

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New to MN: Advice on How to Dress an Infant (And Myself) for the Winter?

We just moved from Colorado and I have questions on how to dress our 7 month old son for the Minnesota winter. Although he was born in Colorado in February, he was in the NICU for 10 days and on oxygen for 2 1/2 months with restrictions to stay in our home, so we didn't learn about clothing him through cold weather. The answers to these questions may sound silly, but I really don't know the answers. If you do, please reply. Should he wear baby long johns? If so, what brand or store do you recommend? How many layers do you dress your...

Menu & Foods

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Sunblock for Baby with Eczema

My 6 month baby, Noah, has eczema on his arms, legs and under his chin. Now that we are in the middle of summer I was wondering if any of you knew of any special sunblock that won't irritate his skin. I've been using Coppertone Water Babies but I think it's only making his skin worse. It could be because of the heat too. But I was just wondering what else is out there and would love recommendations. Thank you in advance :)

Planning

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Ideas for Adoption Shower

Moms, I have given many showers but I have a new one I'm planning now. I have a friend that is adopting a 7 year old daughter and we would like to give them a shower before the girl is with them full time at the end of the month. I have several people helping me but we would like to know some great ideas that you have done or heard of since it isn't for a baby. Thanks so much for all of your help! S.

Thank Yous

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Thank You Gift Ideas for Baby Showers?

I'm having a shower thrown for me next Sunday. I was wanting to get a thank you gift for the hostess. She used to be a pro-chef so she probably has everything kitchen and cooking related. What do you suggest I give as a gift that is not a gift certificate, candle, or other over done thing? Also, when is the best time to give the thank you gift? Directly after the shower or on a seperate date after the shower? Thanks ladies, TL

Themes

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Ideas for Adoption Shower

Moms, I have given many showers but I have a new one I'm planning now. I have a friend that is adopting a 7 year old daughter and we would like to give them a shower before the girl is with them full time at the end of the month. I have several people helping me but we would like to know some great ideas that you have done or heard of since it isn't for a baby. Thanks so much for all of your help! S.