Until I had my first child, I had no idea what a swaddle was.  I did get many, many baby blankets, but soon after bringing my first baby home, I realized that none of them were appropriate for a swaddle.  Either they were too bulky and too large, or my daughter could break through them [...]

I’ve found that when I’m ready for my kids to wind down, music can help relax them.  However, as bedtime approaches, I’ve wanted to play music that is soothing and relaxing, but not incredibly boring for me to listen to.  Lately, we’ve been listening to Siente - Night Songs from Around the World, which fits [...]

Like most toddlers, my daughter likes to watch the same show or DVD over and over again, often whining to try to get us to replay it. Imagine harnessing all of that persistence and commitment for fulfilling your exercise goals! Mom and fitness trainer Allie has managed to do just that with her DVD, Get [...]

Most new moms or dads have probably heard all of the benefits of signing to their children. I know I couldn’t help but see other moms using it, magazines promoting it, or books explaining it. Even many toys have integrated signs. Many children in preschool and kindergarten learn signs for ‘bathroom’ and ‘quiet’ as they [...]

Most moms prepare for childbirth by taking a childbirth class.  However, I felt that the amount of information given about pain relief alternatives was very basic and certainly not enough to help me make an informed decision.  William Camann, MD, and Kathryn Alexander, MA, have authored a book titled “Easy Labor - Every Woman’s Guide [...]

I just love cute little one-piece tees for babies.  In the summer, they are perfect to wear on their own, and in the winter, they help keep baby’s tummy nice and warm because they don’t ride up like regular tees do.  I especially love one-pieces with clever sayings - they manage to be useful and [...]

I love being ‘SASSY’ and funky and I’d love for my kids to have the same spirit. When dressing them up, I like to have clothes that exhibit that frame of mind. Baby Cha-Cha Boutique has some of the cutest baby items that fit this for me. My youngest has been wearing the cutest onesie…a [...]

Purchasing personalized items online can certainly be difficult.  There are so many choices and options that it can be overwhelming, and most moms want items that are unique and can’t be found everywhere.  We really like the selection of items at Doodlebug Prints, an online shop based out of Virginia.
Doodlebug Prints offers a huge variety [...]

I’m always on the lookout for beautiful classic children’s clothing for my son and daughter.  We recently received a few adorable, beautiful items from Elegant Baby, and I am extremely pleased with the quality and the classic designs.
The first item, a gorgeous baby blue zip cardigan hooded sweater, is a perfect baby sweater.  It’s warm, [...]

We reviewed the BeFit-Mom DVD a few months back, and now, Perinatal Exercise Specialist Helene Byrne has just released the 2nd printing of her book “Exercise After Pregnancy - How to Look and Feel Your Best“.  If you recently had a baby, chances are you’ve realized that your body doesn’t look exactly the same as [...]

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