Jun 26, 2009 -
How far would you go to track your toddler? Some lil ones have a tendency to dart off in crowded places leaving their parents in a panic. More than 60 percent of lilsugar readers have no problem with a backpack-style harness or a wrist leash, but what about a wireless device?
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Jun 21, 2009 -
Plastic bags come with warnings to keep them away from children due to suffocation risks, but what about a car seat cover designed to keep lil ones dry? The Clear View See-Through Carrier Cover ($16) is a waterproof vinyl cover that fits snugly over most car seats with its elasticized sides. With only a cut out for the face – allowing fresh air to get through – the product is said to protect from rain, wind and snow while keeping tots visible at all times.
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Jun 18, 2009 -
Would you carry an extra gadget to press your child's lunch? For parents on the go, the Wean Machine ($25) is a portable tool for creating nutritious pureed meals. The BPA, phthalate and PVC-free gizmo can be filled with soft, ripe fruits and cooked veggies before it is squeezed to create foods for babes beginning their solid feeding.
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Jun 11, 2009 -
Ketchup is quite possibly the most tot-friendly condiment. Whether your lil darling drizzles it on his entrees or uses it as a dipping sauce, kids love the tomato paste. Like most childhood favorites, including chicken fingers, mac and cheese, and buttered pasta, the bottled goodness has undergone a makeover.
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Jun 02, 2009 -
Don't we all wish we could sleep like a baby? Twelve hour stretches and two lengthy naps in the middle of the day sounds enticing, but not all babes slumber so well. Those having a hard time putting their heavy eyes to rest might need a lil help from a Baby Lilac eye mask.
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May 26, 2009 -
Most parents recognize the importance of making sure their children get a good education, but one product takes further action. The Study Ball ($115) is a 20-pound ball and chain that attaches to a student's ankle and assists them in sitting still to concentrate on their work. Once the timer runs out, the cuff releases and they are free to take a break.
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May 14, 2009 -
I know many a baby that suffers from Goldilocks syndrome — the milk is too cold or too hot. Mamas out running errands or flying in the sky may appreciate the ingenuity of the Iiamo self-heating bottle. Lucky for us, creator Karim Rashid, who has also designed for Prada, Audi, Sony, and Lacoste, brought his vision to parenthood.
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May 10, 2009 -
Dental care for wee ones begins when their teeth come in, some pediatricians recommend that parents clean them with a damp washcloth on a daily basis. Given that there are prepackaged wipes for everything from diaper changing to hand sanitizing, it is no surprise that the concept has also been developed for your lil one's pearly whites. Tooth Tissues ($7 for a pack of 30) were created by two dentists concerned about the rise in childhood tooth decay.
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Apr 30, 2009 -
Some mothers ban Barbie because they believe the toy sets an unrealistic standard of beauty for their daughters to live up to . . .
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Apr 30, 2009 -
Maybe Mary Poppins was right . . .
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