Stephanie's Babies & Toddlers Blog September 2005 Archive

Survey Says: Many Women Still Not Taking Supplements with Folic Acid
A March of Dimes survey that was published in today's issue of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report reveals that only a third of ... Read More

Thursday September 29, 2005 | permalink | comments (2)

New Additions to the Photo Gallery
Additions to the photo gallery this week are: → Mark -- 6 months → Blake -- 15 months → Ava Gene -- 8 weeks → Joel -- 4 months → Daniel -- 15 months ... Read More

Thursday September 29, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Diaper Changing Tips from Tom
Thanks to Tom for sending me this e-mail, outlining some tips I may have left out of my "How To Change a Diaper" article: "Stephanie, A co-worker e-mailed me a link to ... Read More

Wednesday September 28, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Review: Nutrabella BellyBars
Nutrabella recently sent some of their new BellyBars my way, and I have to say, I'm not normally a fan of cereal or nutrition bars at all. They always ... Read More

Thursday September 22, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Feet that Closely Resemble Burritos
Yes, it's that time... time for third trimester afternoon feet. Kimber just returned from the doctor and she and baby girl are doing well. She had ... Read More

Thursday September 22, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

New Additions to the Photo Gallery
Additions to the photo gallery this week are: → Aaron -- 8 months → Mackenzie Helene -- 5 months → Owen -- 3 months → Shyanne → Shyanne→ Michael Matthew -- 7 months → Emily ... Read More

Tuesday September 20, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

When Not Breastfeeding Makes Sense
Did I just say that? Yes, I did. Because even though it seems everyone knows that breastmilk is the best way to feed your baby, there are rare ... Read More

Monday September 19, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Sparkle Horse Toys Recalled
These plush toys have colored ribbons which can detach and pose an aspiration hazard. No injuries have been reported, however. Over 1,000 of these toys were sold at ... Read More

Monday September 19, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Pregnancy: It Ain't Always Pretty
That's right folks. It's third-trimester nopoopitis for Kimber. I remember it well. And sure, I understand that my body was trying to utilize every bit of water ... Read More

Friday September 16, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Make Your Own Fabric Freshener
How much money have I spent on Febreeze and other fabric fresheners over the years? Way too much. I have a kid, a dog and a cat that ... Read More

Thursday September 15, 2005 | permalink | comments (3)

Britney Spears Gives Birth to Baby Boy
The suspense is over. Pop star Britney Spears has given birth to her first child, a baby boy. Top 40 Guide Bill Lamb dishes all the details about the new ... Read More

Thursday September 15, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Heidi Klum Gives Birth to Baby Boy
This is the second child for Klum, who is married to pop star Seal. Following the growing trend among celebrities, the baby was given quite a name: Henry ... Read More

Thursday September 15, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

New Additions
Additions to the photo gallery this week are: Donovan Cole -- 9 months Shanaye Louise May -- 6 weeks Lauren Louise -- 3 weeks John Manuel -- 5 months Krist'n Jaid -- 2 years, ... Read More

Tuesday September 13, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Make it at Home
If you're looking for something to do with your child today, give one of these recipes a try: Cornstarch Clay Feelie Bags Natural Colors Playdough Stamp Gum Bread Playdough

Tuesday September 13, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Birth Stories
Beth was scheduled for an induction, but luckily went into labor on her own. Lorie wanted a second opinion about getting a C-section and when she got there, they discovered she ... Read More

Tuesday September 13, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

The Nursery is Done!
Kimber had her first baby shower this weekend and says she "made out like a bandit." She got most of the items from her registry and she's also gotten ... Read More

Monday September 12, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Working Mother Magazine Reveals 100 Best Companies for 2005
For the last 20 years, the good folks at Working Mother magazine have put together this list of family-friendly companies. Each company is judged based on the programs and ... Read More

Monday September 12, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Pottery Barn Recalls Spindle Crib
The spindles on this crib can loosen and detach from the rail. This could cause a child to fall and it also poses a risk of entrapment. There ... Read More

Friday September 9, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Parenting Poll: Spanking
How often were you spanked as a child? Take the poll and see what other parents remember about their own childhood discipline.

Thursday September 8, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Kimber's Had a Tough Week
Kimber writes in her pregnancy blog: "This week has been rough! Starting Friday, the dogs got into a fight so bad that the little one got hurt and I got in ... Read More

Thursday September 8, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Making a Flannel Board
Flannel boards enable children to engage in imaginative play and expand their creativity. With a little time and a few inexpensive materials, you can make your own flannel board ... Read More

Thursday September 1, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)

Seeking a Little Inspiration?
Sign up for the Parenting Quotes newsletter. Each day, you will receive a heartwarming or thought-provoking quote that relates to your life as a parent and your experiences with ... Read More

Thursday September 1, 2005 | permalink | comments (0)