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Binkie, paci, sucker, or pacifier, whatever you call it, it's an important piece of equipment for many newborns. There are many options available, and while they might all look the same during an emergency drugstore run at 3 a.m., when the baby just won't settle, all pacis are not created equal. Keep reading for a selection of suckers that will help calm baby's cries and soothe mama's nerves. Read more
Subsequent babies get lots of newborn hand-me-downs, but parents should double check their items to make sure they are still safe. In the time that passes between one tot's use and the next, goods may have been recalled or held to new safety standards. Car Seats: Car seats are manufactured to last approximately six years, so be sure to check the manufacture date before installing it in your Read more
A new parent is often amazed at how much gear one tiny baby requires, but some items are more essential than others. I asked you ladies to share a few of your newborn essentials for mommies and daddies-to-be on TeamSugar and there were some great finds. User Ericka shared her must have for new parents — Long Sleeve Side Snap Shirts. Not only will they keep your wee one bundled up, the mittens Read more
New parents are bombarded with things to do before their newest family member arrives, but one of the most overwhelming parts is figuring out what to buy. Help out expectant moms and dads by sharing your ideas for newborn essentials that parents-to-be will want to have on hand before the baby comes, or soon there after. From a swing to bottles to binkies, the list is long but it's also Read more
It's amazing just how much stuff a person as tiny as a newborn baby needs. But as anyone who's gone through it before can tell you, babies are high-maintenance little people! If you're lucky enough to have friends and family who want to gift the new addition, they'll likely be looking to rely on your registry. Consider registering at a larger, all-inclusive baby store, like Giggle or Buy Buy Read more
Work that body! Of the many pressures new mamas face after giving birth, the desire to get back to their pre-baby bod ranks pretty high for many women. New mamas want to get back in shape for more than aesthetic reasons (although that's clearly one motivating factor); moms have a lot of responsibility; they're often taking care of a newborn with very little sleep, and a healthy, strong body is Read more
To cut or not to cut? That's the choice parents of newborn boys face when deciding whether circumcision is the right choice for them. It's a choice that a lot of people, often referring to themselves as "intactivists," don't feel parents should have. Anticircumcision groups in San Francisco gathered over 7,000 signatures in support of a ballot measure that would essentially outlaw circumcision Read more
Lots of moms like to think out loud and BabyEssentials is one of them. In the latest post to her blog, she tackles the world of cloth diapers. Why choose cloth diapers? Not only are they environmentally friendly, they are economical too and you will be saving a whole lot without even knowing it! Here is a simple calculation on how much you will save: A typical newborn will require 8 diapers a Read more
Babies are amazing. From the moment they are born, they can feed, grasp, and position themselves for movement. These newborn reflexes may be involuntary, but they are essential to protect them from danger. See just how familiar you are with your wee one's natural reflexes by taking this quiz. Take the Quiz Read more
It's too hot to do anything besides online shop, so we've rounded up this week's best online deals for mamas and kids. Save 20 percent at Diapers.com Diapers.com is clearing out its Summer inventory with the XTRA20 promotion. It's still pretty hot out, so stocking up on Summer basics isn't exactly a waste. There's tons of great Carter's gear on sale — rompers, skirts, and dresses as low as $4, Read more
