In light of the recent recall of Maclaren strollers, the company has issued an official statement to its customers. If you own one of these strollers, or know someone that does, be sure to contact the company to receive a hinge cover kit. Here is what Maclaren has to say to consumers: At Maclaren safety is at the heart of what we do because of the consumers we serve. It is with the youngest consumers in mind that we design our products with the utmost care and engineering, not only to provide a smooth ride but a safe one. We regret that children have been injured while using our product and we acknowledge that parents may be upset or even angry. That is of our [&hellip
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This entry marks what will be the first of several holiday gift write-ups, since we are (gasp!) fast approaching the start of the season. What I like about this particular suggestion is its universal appeal; from kids to grandparents, giving the gift of reading is one that never goes out of style and is right for any age. And if your gift list is like mine, it also includes babysitters, bus drivers and others who deserve to be recognized for their year-round kindness. If you are hard-pressed about what to give that will be actually be used, but that won’t make a gaping hole in your wallet, try BookSwim. Dubbed the Netflix of books, it’s a book rental service that lets you “borrow” books without [&hellip
These days, it makes even more economic sense when you can find a product that extends its life cycle beyond a few months. And when you’re a mom who feels like she’s carrying around everything but the kitchen sink, a diaper bag that can outlive its intended purpose is a real find. Chelsea & Main has come with a line of diaper bags that, with a little ingenuity, can be used when you’re not toting baby necessities. I like the Metro Messenger style because–yes–even a dad can use it and not feel like all eyes are on his bag. The JetSetter tote (shown above) is another favorite since you can take out the changing pad when you’re not using it and fill the side bottle [&hellip
It may be a little difficult to think swimwear when a cold November wind is blowing, but transporting my mind to sun and surf does help take the chill out of the impending winter. What doesn’t help my reverie is having to change my daughter’s diaper while at the beach. Forget the fact that she’s already covered in sand and sunscreen, which makes her squirmy enough. But the faster I can change this active toddler, the easier it is on all of us. SnapMe Swimwear is one of those “now, why didn’t I think it?” products that will have you stocking up on well in advance of beach season. Simply put, this line of girls’ bathing suits features two rows of snaps that enable you [&hellip
Tis the season to be…stressed? How is it that as soon as Halloween is over, the mad holiday rush immediately sets in? You know what I mean: your mailbox is teeming with catalogs galore, the supermarkets have already swapped Christmas trees in place of pumpkins and your kids are drawing up their wish lists faster than the blink of an eye. All the more reason not to let the craziness get to you and instead take some time to pamper yourself. And if you’re a new or expectant mom, you have even more of an excuse for some much-needed TLC. Maclaren’s beginning line of bath and body care products has something for everyone. From the Alleviating Leg Lotion to refresh tired skin, to the Purifying [&hellip
It’s the one of the main baby products category that often gets a bad rap for design; how does one craft a toilet seat lock that’s sexy, after all? Fortunately, some new companies are coming to the drawing board with safety items that are not only durable, but that are aesthetically pleasing. A safety gate that caught our eye is the KiddyGuard Avant from Lascal. This is one gate that you won’t mind installing. Touting a very discreet look, it resembles a large projection screen that stretches across doorways or at the top of the stairs, and “disappears” (or retracts) when not in use. Now you see it, now you don’t! There’s a time-delayed release button, so you can adjust the amount of time needed [&hellip
Yes, you read that right. Safeguarding your little one against possible dangers in the home needn’t be boring. A cool new company named Rhoost has taken childproofing and given it an edge with corner protectors and cabinet covers that are functional and fashionable. How fitting is it that one of their products is named Edge Om (left)? Unlike those utilitarian-looking covers you have on the four corners of your coffee table (yup, you know the ones), the Edge Om (left) has a special strap and locking fastening system, so you don’t have to worry about scuffing your furniture. And what’s great is that it comes in–gasp!–actual colors that blend in with your home decor (say sayonara to boring see-through plastic and hello to black, plum, [&hellip
Staunch supporters of the green movement–I mean, all you moms who search high and low for products that better the environment–can get started as soon as your newborn comes home from the hospital. With the greenEARTH line, your little one can experience her first slumber on organic bedding, fitted on an organic mattress, resting in an organic wood cradle. The company originally known for its high quality nursery decor and artistic furnishings leaves no stone unturned in making greenEARTH healthy for tender newborn skin. The cradles are made from hardwoods that are harvested naturally (read: no chemicals or pesticides) and are finished with non-toxic water-based products. The bedding and mattress are both made from organic cotton and don’t contain any PVCs, vinyl or other harmful [&hellip
You might not think your little one could possibly be experiencing any stress in her young life. (After all, she has someone to cater to her every move, lots of love and attention from your family…what’s not to like?) But if you were also blessed with a bundle of colicky nerves, there’s one routine that can either cause you further anxiety or you can make it your saving grace. I’m talking about bathtime. Sure, it can be a big sudsy funfest for older kids, but some infants seem to find it exciting as a day at the dentist. When my younger daughter was born, my older girl couldn’t wait until she could be alongside her in the tub. We were both unpleasantly surprised to discover [&hellip
There was nothing more nerve-wracking for me than when my daughter realized she could stand up in her crib–and get even more height by using her crib bumpers. But because she is especially active and loves to tumble around in there, I was leery of ditching the padding completely. Wonder Bumpers caught my attention for helping solve this very problem. Instead of a standard horizontal design, these bumpers individually wrap each crib rail from top to bottom, minimizing the ability for savvy, daring tots who are trying to jump ship. And I don’t have to worry about her trying to undo any ties or Velcro tabs because each bumper zippers closed. And lucky for me, she isn’t quite that smart…at least not yet. In a [&hellip