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The Chicco Polly Hight Chair is one of the most convenient high chairs that you'll find. It has 7 height positions, 3 reclining positions and has a very low profile when you fold it. The dishwasher-safe tray inserts make it real easy to clean. Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 25.2 x 11.8 inches ; 25.7 pounds. More>>

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Stokke Tripp Trapp - Cherry

Ergonomically designed to provide the foot, leg and back support children need for proper development and comfort.
Fits around most tables, enabling children to participate in family meals and conversation. Includes a 5-point safety harness, adjustable seat and footrest. Made of European cultivated beech wood. More>>

Amazon Price: $249.00 (as of 12/11/2009)

Recommended Car Seats

Britax Marathon Convertible Car Seat Granite

Britax is one of the most trusted and well known names when it comes to car seats. The Marathon line uses the LATCH system and patented Britax features to make installation easy and reliable. For children rear-facing from 5 to 33 pounds or children forward-facing from 1 year old and 20 to 65 pounds. More>>

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Britax Decathlon Convertible Car Seat Sahara

The Decathlon is a top-of-the-line convertible car seat. It grows with your child from birth to 65 lbs. Unique features including the sculpted base, push button release LATCH system with patented Versa-Tether and built-in vehicle belt lock-offs make a tight installation in your vehicle quick and simple. More>>

Amazon Price: $294.99 (as of 12/11/2009)

Primo Viaggio Car Seat

Your precious cargo can rest safely while traveling in Peg Perego's Primo Viaggio SIP, which provides the added security of Side Impact Protection. The seat, designed for babies up to 30 inches and 22 pounds, has an exclusive Confort-Dry%u2122 pad for the seat designed to keep baby safe and dry, and the safety-padded wings add even more protection to baby's head. Parents can use the Primo Viaggio SIP with or without the base, and it is safety tested for use in automobiles as well as airplanes. The seat locks into the base of all Peg Perego strollers and is available to match every new Peg Perego stroller collection. This seat is easy to use, with one-hand adjustments of the 5-point restraint belt system, as well as a one-hand release from the base or stroller. The hood and the handle are both adjustable. Peg Perego's Primo Viaggio meets all NHTSA standards and is made in Italy. More>>

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Graco ComfortSport Convertible Car Seat with Graco Pedic Foam In Wheaton

Features:
EPS, energy absorbing foam liner.
Deep side wings for extra protection and comfort.
Two-piece chest clips makes buckling and unbuckling easier.
LATCH equipped for easy installation.
Certified for use in aircraft.
More>>

Amazon Price: $99.96 (as of 12/11/2009)

Parenting Articles - Babysitters & Nannies

Finding a Nanny - Types of Nannies
By Hilary Basile

Hiring a Nanny - Qualifications of a Great Nanny
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Hiring a Nanny - What to Expect From Your Nanny
By Hilary Basile

Important Information To Leave For Your Babysitter
By Connie Limon

Babysitter Checklist - Don't Leave Home Without One
By Colleen Langenfeld

Parenting Articles - Bathing Your Newborn

Bathing Your Newborn Baby
By Michelle Higgins

Tips On How To Bath A Newborn Baby
By Connie Limon

Parenting Articles - Education & Learning

Baby Books Are Beneficial To Your Child's Development
By Craig Thornburrow

10 Easy Early Learning Activities For Babies And Toddlers
By Dr. Robert Titzer

Parenting Articles - Feeding

Bisphenol A (BPA) and Baby Bottles
By Susan Keeler

Breastfeeding Answers For New Parents
By Deanna Mascle

Introducing Solid Food To Babies
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How To Get Your Baby To Eat Vegetables
By Christine Albury

Baby Bottle Reviews

Avent Bottles
These bottles are popular in Europe, made in England these bottle are supposed to reduce colic. It is specially designed to push the air out of the nipple. I used these bottle exclusively for the first month after my son was born. The bottles worked out great and he had no nipple confusion while I also nursed some of the time. What’s nice about the Avent bottles are that they have a nice line of coordinating products such as the Microwave Steam Sterilizer and a Bottle warmer. These bottles are great at reducing some air with less bottle parts to wash!

Playtex Premium Nursers
These are bottles that are wide-neck bottles that are to be used with pre-sterilized disposible linersd. I received free samples of these bottles in the mail. At first I really liked these bottles. The liners allow you to remove all of the air and reducing the amount your precious baby swallows. Many times though, I found it is very difficult to get the air out of the bag liner and the bottles ended up very leaky or worse sometimes the liner full of formula would come out of place and spill everywhere. Bottom line: If you want to reduce baby gas, and you have the patience to carefully remove the air from the liner and also want less bottle parts to wash, this bottle may be for you.

Dr. Brown's Natural Flow
About after a month my son was born is when his fussiness peaked, my friend recommended these bottles to reduce the gas that was causing his fussiness, so I quickly purchased a 3 pack of the Dr. Brown's wide neck bottles. After a month of using the Avent bottles I switched to Dr. Brown's, still using the Avent bottles once or twice a day. What an amazing difference in my son, these bottles really do reduce gas. After switching to these bottles I was able to stop putting Infant Mylicon in each bottle feeding. What makes Dr. Brown’s bottles different is the patented airflow insert which is design to push air to the bottom of the bottle.

Bottom line: If you are like me and will try anything to have a happy baby and you don't mind washing two extra bottle parts, I highly recommend these bottles. Go for the wide neck if you are also nursing.

For more information visit our Baby Bottle Reviews page.

Recommended Baby Bottles

Philips Avent 3 Pack 9oz Bottles

Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 12/11/2009)

Playtex VentAire Advanced Standard Bottles 6-Ounce, 3 Pack (Colors Vary)

Amazon Price: $12.39 (as of 12/11/2009)

Dr. Brown's 8 oz. Natural Flow Wide Neck Bottle, 3 Pack

Amazon Price: $19.44 (as of 12/11/2009)

Baby Book Reviews

Sandra Boynton Books
Sandra Boynton is a leading author of children's books that are sure to make your little one smile. Not only are her books colorful and interesting for your child to look at but they are fun to read for the parent! Her Board books are perfect for all ages. Her Book collection includes titles such as A to Z, The Belly Button Book, Barnyard Dance!, Pajama Time! and Your Personal Penguin.

If you're looking for bedtime books for your little one, try one of her Collection sets such as the Big Box of Boynton, which includes Barnyard Dance!, Pajama Time! and Oh My Oh My Oh Dinosaurs!

Baby Einstein What Floats? Bath Book
A cute book that is waterproof and gives your baby something interesting to look at and grab while taking a bath.

For more information visit our Baby Book Reviews page.

Recommended Baby Books

Boynton's Greatest Hits: Volume 1 (Boynton, Sandra. Boynton Board Books.)

by: Sandra Boynton

Amazon Price: $13.97 (as of 12/11/2009)

Boynton's Greatest Hits: Volume II (The Going to Bed Book, Horns to Toes, Opposites, But Not the Hippopotamus)

by: Sandra Boynton

Amazon Price: $14.93 (as of 12/11/2009)

Barnyard Dance! (Boynton on Board)

by: Sandra Boynton

Amazon Price: $6.95 (as of 12/11/2009)

Big Box of Boynton: Barnyard Dance! Pajama Time! Oh My Oh My Oh Dinosaurs!

by: Sandra Boynton

Amazon Price: $12.32 (as of 12/11/2009)

Baby Einstein: What Floats: Splash & Giggle Bath Book (Baby Einstein)

by: Julie Aigner-clark

Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 12/11/2009)

Safety Gate Reviews

Evenflo Extra Wide Soft Gate
This gate is great for wide openings from 38" to 60" wide. The pressure mounts allow you to secure it to an opening without screwing or nailing any hardware into the wall and the rubber caps help to protect your walls.

Evenflo SimpleEffort Electronic Hands-Free Gate
This is a remote controlled electronic gate that allows you to unlock the gate with a simple push of a button. The door swings in either direction and features an indicator light to let you know if the gate is locked. The gate is pressure mounted and expands from 28" to 37.5" wide.

Recommended Safety Gates

Evenflo SimpleEffort Plus Hands Free Electronic Gate

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Parenting Articles - Fun & Games

Marvelous Messy Fun That Little Kids Love
By Rachel Vince

Pretend Play For Children Of All Ages
By Nicole Munoz

Parenting Articles - Parenting Advice

Tips On How To Bond With Your Baby
By Connie Limon

Free Parenting Tips - What You Should Know About Effective Parenting
By Deanna Mascle

Free Parenting Help - Why You Should Have A Parenting Plan
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Parenting Advice - Home Safety

Baby Safety Checklist - Protect Your Baby
By Alli Ross

The Basics of Childproofing Your Home
By Susan Keeler

Cause For Alarm: What Parents Miss When Childproofing
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Parenting Articles - Sleeping

12 Tips To Get Your Baby To Sleep
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Recommended Standard Strollers

Britax Vigour Stroller Black

The newest in the Britax stroller line is the Vigour, a full-size aluminum stroller accommodating children up to 40 pounds. The Vigour boasts a removable seating unit that can be used either forward or rear facing. Other unique features include four-wheel stability; all-wheel suspension; one-touch, dual rear brakes; easy-adjust, five-point harness; two-step fold, reflective piping for added safety; large removable sun canopy; adjustable handles; infinite recline positions; generous over-sized storage basket; plush, ergonomic seating area with leg rest and removable arm bar. The Vigour is compatible with the Britax Companion infant carrier creating a travel system using Click & Go - making moves from car to stroller quick and simple. More>>

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Bugaboo Cameleon Complete Stroller (Dark Grey Base, Red Fabric)

The Bugaboo Cameleon is delivered as a complete stroller: chassis with wheels, seat / bassinet frame with carry handle, base seat fabric, base bassinet fabric, tailored fleece fabric (for apron, sun canopy and seat inlay), Aerosleep mattress, under seat bag, rain cover, mosquito net, maintenance kit, DVD, and user guide. More>>

Amazon Price: $979.00 (as of 12/11/2009)

Chicco Cortina KeyFit Travel System- Iceberg

Features:
-Aluminum frame travel system with 1-hand fold comes loaded with extra features.
-"Memory" recline means it remembers the last position before folding.
-Linked rear brakes, a safe 5-point harness and all wheel suspension.
-Adjustable, removable canopy and large storage basket.
-Car seat design makes installation easy.
More>>

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Dreamer Design Park Avenue Stroller In Blue

Specifications:
-Assembled Dimensions: 49" x 25" x 38-43"
-Folded Dimensions with wheels: 42" x 25" x 12"
-Folded Dimensions without wheels: 36" x 25" x 12"
-Stroller Weight: 24.5 lbs
-Wheel Size: 12"
-Weight Capacity: 40 lbs
More>>

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Stokke Xplory Complete Stroller - Turquoise

Xplory is the winner of the prestigious Baby Wereld award for Best baby and infant product award 2006. Declared not only most outstanding baby stroller, but infant product of the year. It is also rated the 2nd Best stroller by Consumer Reports. More>>

Amazon Price: $1,199.00 (as of 12/11/2009)

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