Stephanie's Babies & Toddlers Blog August 2005 Archive

Target Recalls Back Trails Jr. Bicycle Helmets
These bike helmets were sold at Target stores and include youth and toddler sizes. Some of the helmets do not meet safety standards set forth by the Consumer Product ... Read More

Wednesday August 31, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Welcome Third Trimester!
Congrats to Kimber who enters her third trimester and is closer and closer to "swaddle" than ever: "I made it. I finally made it. I am officially in my third trimester. ... Read More

Friday August 26, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Birth Stories
Jennifer's story is a tale of two very different births, the first a breeze and the next, well, more like a storm. Ali's story is about giving birth to multiples and ... Read More

Friday August 26, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

To Wean or Not to Wean?
Andy Steiner, author of Spilled Milk: Breastfeeding Adventures and Advice from Less-than-Perfect Moms offers a look at what factors are involved when breastfeeding mothers consider weaning. She gets wisdom ... Read More

Thursday August 25, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

ZoloWear Infant Slings Recalled
The webbing in these slings can come apart from the ring, causing a fall hazard if a child is in the sling. There has been one report of the ... Read More

Wednesday August 24, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Every Newborn Could Get $500
According to a UPI report, There's some legislation in Washington, D.C. that is getting some support from both sides of the political fence. It calls for every newborn to ... Read More

Sunday August 21, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

JP Lizzy Diaper Bags
Feedback regarding my picks for trendy diaper bags has been great. Lauren Reichel wrote about her experience with JP Lizzy bags: "Hi there, I wanted to write to you ... Read More

Friday August 19, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Step-by-Step Recipes: Stuffed Chicken Breasts
So, when "the man" isn't cooking for me, that means it's Taco Cabana night or I'm cooking. And when I cook, I usually get some wild hair and have ... Read More

Friday August 19, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Tomato Stain Experiment Success
OK, so you remember the tomato stain on my white plastic spoon? Well, I set it out in a sunny spot and guess what? It promptly rained for ... Read More

Thursday August 18, 2005 | permalink | comments (1)

Cheeseburger Cheeseburger
In From Waddle to Swaddle, Kimber writes: "Reminds me of the old Saturday Night Live skit, 'Cheeseburger Cheeseburger Pepsi!' Back in the days of John Belushi. So, I had another ... Read More

Thursday August 18, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Graco Busts Out a Cool New Ride
I'm a bit of a clutz. So when my son was a baby it was quite a sight to see me trying to manage all the "stuff." I ... Read More

Wednesday August 17, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

From Waddle to Swaddle
Kimber's mom has finished sewing her bedding, and just in time the bed arrived. She and husband Jason prove, contrary to popular belief, that a crib can be assembled ... Read More

Tuesday August 16, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Babies "Unlearn" Complex Rhythm
I was reading an article on National Geographic's site about a study done on babies and rhythm. It said: "The findings suggest that the ability to discern irregular rhythms could ... Read More

Monday August 15, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Tomato Stains on Plastic Dishes
I love the fact that after a hard day doing whatever it is I manage to do around here, the man in my life (furthermore referred to as "the man") ... Read More

Sunday August 14, 2005 | permalink | comments (2)

Humaira's Breastfeeding Experience
Humaira sent her breastfeeding story and talks about the importance of not beating yourself up and getting support from family and friends if you can: "I had taken a breastfeeding class ... Read More

Sunday August 14, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Gymboree Recalls Sandals
Gymboree is recalling these sandals because the plastic flower can come off and pose a choking hazard. There have been four reports of the flower coming off with one ... Read More

Friday August 12, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Listening to your Body
When Jennifer started having hard and fast contractions, her doctor and a hospital nurse advised her to stay home since she hadn't been dilated the day before. Her daughter ... Read More

Friday August 12, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Kudos to Megan Kerns!
Some of you may remember the pieces by guest author Megan Kerns: The Politics of Playgroup and The Photography Plan (love the alliteration there!). Well, she's been picked ... Read More

Thursday August 11, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Smart Breastfeeding
When breastfeeding goes awry with one child, sometimes mothers use formula with the next child fearing things might go the same way. Jennifer Umbehant shares the story of getting ... Read More

Thursday August 11, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Are Formula Samples Harmful to Breastfeeding?
It's World Breastfeeding Week and August is the month of all things booby juice. It's been a while since I've had a baby at my breast, but I still ... Read More

Friday August 5, 2005 | permalink | comments (3)

Considering Breastfeeding?
There are many benefits to breastfeeding. Some of these reasons are highly personal and some are true for all babies. Here are just a few of the benefits.

Friday August 5, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Alcohol and Breastfeeding
Alcohol has an effect on babies, even in small quantities. It can alter their behavior and even their sleep. So what can you do if you've had a bit ... Read More

Thursday August 4, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Potty Break
A mother writes with a potty training problem that frequently occurs -- lack of interest and awareness. The solution, however, is not one most parents are ready to hear, since ... Read More

Wednesday August 3, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Breastfeeding and The Pill
If you're a nursing mom, you may be considering birth control options and wondering if the pill (or other hormone-based methods like the patch, ring, Depo-Provera or Norplant) might be ... Read More

Wednesday August 3, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Breastfeeding Cause Bracelets
Thanks to GINANICK on the forums for alerting me to this: Lansinoh and La Leche League are offering bracelets as part of the Breastfeeding Protection Initiative. It's clear this effort ... Read More

Tuesday August 2, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Top 4 Manual Breast Pumps
If you are experiencing engorgement, need to boost your supply temporarily or need to express breastmilk for your baby only occassionally, give one of these manual pumps a try.

Tuesday August 2, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)