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• "In the first trimester you may be too nauseated to enjoy your time away. In the third trimester you may be too uncomfortable and not feel up for doing much of anything. Plus, there are flight restrictions for flying later in a pregnancy which can require a doctor’s note to board the plane." – Colleen Lanin, <a href="http://www.travelmamas.com/" target="_blank">TravelMamas.com</a></div>
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• "Try contacting your primary care physician back home before reaching out to local help; your own doctor(s) know you better, and are just as reachable even with time zone differences. Of course, if it’s an emergency, seek emergency help. But if you are not sure if you need to seek care, calling your provider first can be very helpful – both in case it might be serious, and also if it doesn't sound serious and you might save yourself some aggravation." – Marjorie Greenfield, MD, author, <a href="http://yupnet.org/greenfield/" target="_blank">The Working Woman’s Pregnancy Book</a></div>
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• "It’s best to travel in your second trimester (between weeks 14 and 28), when risks for pregnancy emergencies – like miscarriage in the first trimester or preterm labor in the third trimester – are lowest. Also, after 28 weeks it may be difficult to stay seated for a long time. After weeks 34 and 35, stay close to home so that you are close to your doctor and hospital." – Hansa Bhargava, MD, Pediatrics Medical Editor,<a href="http://www.webmd.com/baby/default.htm" target="_blank">WebMD.com</a></div>
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• "First and foremost, don't be afraid to travel. These are some of the last times you will be able to take a truly stress-free trip and it's important not to fear the experience. The memories of traveling with a baby in your belly will stay in your mind forever and prompt you to give birth to a true traveler." – Holly Rosen Fink, <a href="http://www.theculturemom.com/memories-of-traveling-while-pregnant/" target="_blank">The Culture Mom</a></div>
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• "Let your doctor or midwife know your travel plans and they can do a risk assessment. Distant travel in the last month of pregnancy risks labor while you are gone and should be avoided if possible. Wear your seat belt while seated." – Janette Strathy, MD, <a href="http://www.acog.org/Resources_And_Publications/Committee_Opinions/Committee_on_Obstetric_Practice/Air_Travel_During_Pregnancy" target="_blank">American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists</a></div>
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• "If you're healthy and your doctor allows you to travel, you can fly until week 36 of pregnancy, or one month prior to your due date, according to the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG). Generally, the second trimester is the safest." – <a href="http://www.hopericciotti.com/" target="_blank">Hope Ricciotti, MD</a>, Harvard Medical School, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston</div>
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<strong>Choosing a flight</strong><br />
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• "While I generally love direct flights, if you are flying long distance, two shorter flights may be better. That way, you can get out, stretch, eat a nice meal and recharge." - Jodi Grundig, <a href="http://www.momsfavoritestuff.com/" target="_blank">MomsFavoriteStuff.com</a></div>
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• "Book a refundable trip only because it is impossible to know how you are going to feel during every phase of a pregnancy. You might assume that the morning sickness will dissipate by the time the second trimester rolls around, only to find yourself even greener with sickness. Or, complications may arise unexpectedly that keep you grounded." – Colleen Lanin</div>
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• "Check to see what your health insurance covers before traveling, since not every plan will cover all expenses if you have an emergency when you go out of state or even to a local hospital that is outside of your health plan." – Hope Ricciotti, MD</div>
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• "Consider the “what ifs.” What if you go into labor early, on a plane? Will you be near a hospital or 911 services? If not, perhaps you can travel earlier or delay your trip." – Gwenn O'Keefe, MD, <a href="http://www.pediatricsnow.com/" target="_blank">PediatricsNow.com</a></div>
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<strong>Before you fly</strong><br />
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• "Bring a small lumbar pillow for comfort. Travel times vary and the worst experience would be getting delayed and being very uncomfortable. That can cause a lot of stress. " – Tonia Sanders, <a href="http://www.thechattymomma.com/" target="_blank">TheChattyMomma.com</a></div>
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• "Make sure to let the airline know you are pregnant if you’re not showing. The airline can make the flight more bearable by letting pregnant women board earlier and/or be seated at an exit row to make getting up during the flight easier. " - Shannon Guyton, Site Editor, <a href="http://www.thebump.com/" target="_blank">TheBump.com</a></div>
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• "Make sure you don't sit in the exit row and get a seat that reclines, with plenty of leg room. Sit in the aisle seat in case you need to make several trips to the bathroom." – Holly Rosen</div>
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• "Pack appropriately- Make sure all items that you need direct access to such as prenatal vitamins and important documents, are within reach during the flight." – Shannon Guyton</div>
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• "Try for an aisle seat. You'll be able to stretch out more, and it's better for getting up and down.'" – Jodi Grundig</div>
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<strong>Keep moving onboard</strong><br />
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• "Wear your seat belt over your lower lap/upper thighs, on the hipbones below your belly. Keep it on as much as possible." - Hansa Bhargava, MD</div>
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• "Getting up and moving around frequently will help you stay comfortable and help ward off potentially dangerous conditions like deep vein thrombosis." – Lisa Mitchell, <a href="http://www.letstalkbabies.com/" target="_blank">LetsTalkBabies.com</a></div>
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• "Get up to walk around at least once per hour to keep up your circulation and guard against blood clots. Request an aisle seat so it's easier to get in and out of your seat, and do you don't have to bother anyone if they're sleeping." – Liz Borod Wright, <a href="http://travelogged.com/" target="_blank">Travelogged.com</a></div>
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• "When I was 5 months pregnant with my first we took a vacation to Hawaii. It was about a 12 hour flight - I remember drinking plenty of fluids and taking short walks up and down the aisle. That really helped lesson the water retention." – Maghan, <a href="http://jetsetbabies.com/" target="_blank">JetSetBabies.com</a></div>
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<strong>Drink plenty of water</strong><br />
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• "Staying hydrated means drinking lots and lots of water while at the airport and on the airplane. Of course, that is going to mean lots of trips to the bathroom, but that's okay, because the second key component to safe, comfortable air travel is movement." – Lisa Mitchell</div>
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• "Bring at least one large bottle of water; don't rely on the airline's beverage service." – Liz Borod Wright</div>
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• "Drinking lots of water means having to get up and use the washroom – thus stretching your legs and keeping the blood flowing." – Corinne McDermott, <a href="http://havebabywilltravel.com/" target="_blank">HaveBabyWillTravel.com</a></div>
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<strong>Eating on board</strong><br />
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• "Carry snacks with you - things like granola bars and snack mix generally travel well. While the airlines may have some food available for purchase, there is no guarantee it'll be healthy." – Jodi Grundig</div>
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• "Avoid gas producing foods before your flight." – Hansa Bhargava, MD</div>
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• "Avoid salty snacks." – Corinne McDermott</div>
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• "Minimize your salt intake, and not only on the flight; traveling means many restaurant meals which are loaded with sodium." – Marjorie Greenfield, MD</div>
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<strong>Make yourself comfortable</strong><br />
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• "Maternity compression pantyhose are not as uncomfortable as they sound, and are great at keeping the blood flowing and reducing swelling as well. Stretch in your seat; elevate your feet as best you can on your carry-on luggage." – Corinne McDermott</div>
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• "You may be more sensitive to the motion of the plane, as many pregnant women are more sensitive to just about everything! To prevent nausea, try wearing Sea-Bands, which are wristbands with a plastic bead that puts pressure on your P6 acupuncture pressure point. You can put these on after you feel ill too." – Liz Borod Wright</div>
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• "If you are prone to nausea, wearing the sea bands around the wrist will help out. There is only pressure applied and no medicine to take so they can be used at any state of pregnancy." – Tonia Sanders</div>
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• "Always “listen to your body” and be sure to build some wiggle room in your travel plans in case you need to make accommodations due to how you’re feeling." – Marjorie Greenfield, MD</div>
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• "Pregnant women can be susceptible to colds. By having the vent at their seat directing air down directly in front of them, it can keep fresh air circulating away from them and hopefully decrease exposure to all the viruses their fellow traveling companions may have brought with them. Bring hand sanitzer. Bring a good book that will make the flight pass quickly!" – Janette Strathy, MD</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><em>credit goes to Martin Clinton for this piece at Cheapflights.com </em></span><a href="http://www.cheapflights.com/promos/flying-while-pregnant-expert-tips/"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><em>http://www.cheapflights.com/promos/flying-while-pregnant-expert-tips/</em></span></a></div>
Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-10387372623488247152011-06-22T12:44:00.010-05:002011-06-22T13:00:24.994-05:00Fun in the Sun!<strong><span style="font-size:180%;color:#663366;">School’s out for summer!</span></strong> Forget homework—kids are ready to get out and play. Follow these tips to help keep your kids safe and avoid common summertime injuries.<br /><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in">Before heading out on your summer vacation, be sure to check out the latest car seat recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics. The new policy says toddlers should stay in rear-facing car seats until at least age 2, or until they reach the maximum height and weight for their car seat. It also says that most children will need to ride in a belt-positioning booster seat until they are 4 feet 9 inches tall and between 8 and 12 years of age. Children should ride in the backseat until age 13.</p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><strong><span style="color:#663366;">Be Hard Headed - </span></strong>Make sure your child is protected while riding his or her bicycle, rollerblading or skateboarding. Look for helmets that:</p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in" align="center"><strong><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Are brightly colored</span></strong></p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in" align="center"><strong><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Fit correctly</span></strong></p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in" align="center"><strong><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Can be easily adjusted</span></strong></p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in" align="center"><strong><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Have a Consumer Product Safety Commission or Snell Memorial Foundation sticker inside</span></strong></p><br /><p>Don’t allow your child to wear a hat under his or her helmet, and replace a helmet if your child hits a hard surface while wearing it. A helmet’s ability to absorb shock decreases after it has sustained a blow.</p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><strong><span style="color:#663366;">Don’t Let the Bugs Bite - </span></strong>Bug bites are common in the summer and are usually harmless. However, in addition to causing that aggravating itch, bug bites can be painful. To ward off mosquitoes and ticks, use an insect repellent that contains 10 percent to 30 percent DEET, and reapply every two or three hours. Never use insect repellants on a child younger than 2 months old, and avoid using products that combine DEET and sunscreen. The sun protection factor in these products is less effective, increasing the need for reapplication and potentially causing overexposure to DEET.</p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#663366;"><strong>Drink Up - </strong></span>Before kids play outdoors, they need to drink water to prevent dehydration. During outdoor play, children weighing 90 pounds should drink 5 ounces of cold tap water every 20 minutes to prevent dehydration.</p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><em><span style="font-size:78%;">To keep your summer safe with a free first-aid kid from Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, visit KidsHealthLine.com/firstaidkit.</span></em></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-91755143817709685692011-05-09T11:56:00.008-05:002011-05-09T12:16:19.269-05:00Little Out of Towners<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydk5Zp25zUXdMzb5bv7tQzFnn2aiuhDD2dDhc2SAySejuNEhxdi7uyWLa8Gi9gFXF_ASkR59Ujy98PzkGR7DtOROgS5pIRe6Enk3ujRIE2JWRaS3MWIAcxGQysvpDQx9oKHMdMRClgDo/s1600/Graco_Convertible_Car_Seat_335123853-150x150.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 150px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604763595060551890" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydk5Zp25zUXdMzb5bv7tQzFnn2aiuhDD2dDhc2SAySejuNEhxdi7uyWLa8Gi9gFXF_ASkR59Ujy98PzkGR7DtOROgS5pIRe6Enk3ujRIE2JWRaS3MWIAcxGQysvpDQx9oKHMdMRClgDo/s200/Graco_Convertible_Car_Seat_335123853-150x150.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><p align="left"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial;">Renting baby/toddler gear is a great way to reduce stress when travelling with children! </span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial;">How often have you been packing for a family trip and wished you didn't have to haul so much gear around? Children's gear can be cumbersome and takes up a tremendous amount of valuable space. Add to that the hassle of reassembling it all when you reach your destination and you have a stressful start to your get-away - not exactly the relaxing escape we all dream of; but gear is a way of life for the safety-conscious parent. Renting offers the perfect compromise; safety with the convenience of delivery and assembly! </span></p></span></span><br /><p><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">One of our favorite gear-rental companies is Little Out of Towners, located in the Charlotte, NC; they serve the greater Charlotte area as well as the York, Chester, and Lancaster counties of South Carolina! They feature an expansive line of JPMA-certified rental items at reasonable prices and take great pride in providing rental items of the highest standard with respect to safety, cleanliness, and condition! Travelling outside the Carolinas? No problem - they have compiled an extensive list of independently owned and operated rental companies spanning the world over, complete with contact information and websites! The Little Out of Towners is truly dedicated not only to keeping your kids safe when you travel, but also to making travel less stressful and more enjoyable for families!</span></p><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;">Below are a few guidelines for renting gear</span></em>:</strong></span></span><br /><br /><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#330099;"><strong>Get all pricing information up front, including rental fees, delivery charges, fuel surcharges, set-up fees, late fees, and cancellation fees and policies.</strong></span></span></p><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#330099;"><strong>Be certain to clarify what type of equipment you will be getting. Different companies may define "toddler bed" or "portable crib" differently - don't be afraid to ask questions to ensure you will be getting the gear you need!</strong></span></span></p><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#330099;"><strong>The renter should be able to provide you with the manufacturer's recommendations regarding age, height and weight for whatever product(s) you may require.</strong></span></span></p><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#330099;"><strong>Be certain to verify that the company checks for equipment recalls. Even if they do, it never hurts to double-check, so always get the make and model of the equipment so that you may check for yourself at </strong></span><a href="http://www.recalls.org/"><span style="color:#330099;"><strong>http://www.recalls.org/</strong></span></a><span style="color:#330099;"><strong>.</strong></span></span></span></p><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#330099;"><strong>Also, verify that their products are JPMA Certified. JPMA is the leader in product safety and usage; certification information is available athttp://www.jpma.org/.</strong></span></span></p><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#330099;"><strong>Ask about the company's cleaning and safety-assurance procedures.</strong></span></span></p><span style="font-family:Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Bottom line: renting can save you time, hassle, and may even be cheaper than bringing your own items from home (once you factor in excess baggage fees, etc.) - so check out rentals for your next family adventure! 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You just need to add the formula, baby food, and snacks that are specific to your baby's diet, check out and you are ready to go. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN_Br5py2WOpNyOnLCqa_EOx5ArcnLz8oM4qeHmClkVMAUMDsEZtZTJk54DQYJez4dT_r4YUiQKjJW1D5bk4QIq88WxHChNUylXc_UQqp3RGadcKyj768eNRB2MXcncqYA1cOZbsAwl3E/s1600/slopes.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 150px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 87px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5589933666678269506" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN_Br5py2WOpNyOnLCqa_EOx5ArcnLz8oM4qeHmClkVMAUMDsEZtZTJk54DQYJez4dT_r4YUiQKjJW1D5bk4QIq88WxHChNUylXc_UQqp3RGadcKyj768eNRB2MXcncqYA1cOZbsAwl3E/s200/slopes.jpg" /></a> A little something for you and baby! <br /><blockquote></blockquote>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-10772745251770379072011-01-24T19:41:00.002-06:002011-03-31T07:08:50.226-05:00Tiny Bites Food Shears<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4FiLyWvbdXFEUHKo95KWCFs2VqAXIk8XJoMnhEDpGqtmBd_Exj13eq9chdNeoMlzKkgdTDle8YhZmNH588fFmMspNAM1bkbYWwBwPN8BSvJWKCZhggWrF4mctVH2UDo-ds-THl2gCSpo/s1600/tinybits1.jpg"></a> <br /><div><a href="http://www.jetsetbabies.com/tiny-bites-food-shears.htm"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 142px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565933072632836514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1aLj52MX3ZshjWzI5-ghyphenhyphencGYj5j5cqWkhC7AaQflVYr0pS4atoveM9QXki_cEwQlNaMl_o-XyOT1RgUMhBeqUcmP_bHfD1KuD8MYHgXntnmCI84CMCWpAUhMir02jA-c3lBg8MuC3af0/s200/tinybits2.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family:Arial;"><a href="http://www.jetsetbabies.com/tiny-bites-food-shears.htm">Tiny Bites Food Shears</a> are fun and functional. They allow parents to safely, easily and efficiently cut their child’s food into small pieces to ensure safe consumption. They can easily turn any food into perfect “finger foods”, bite-sized pieces, easy-to-eat strips, fun shapes or sizes. Perfect for travel with your toddler. <br /><div><br /><p align="left"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Each Food Shear is 5 1/2" inches in diameter. The cutlery-grade stainless steel blades are 2 1/2" inches long. Dishwasher safe. </span></p><br /><p align="left"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Comes in a package of 2. </span></p></span></div></div>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-48356108814332428222010-12-28T11:48:00.000-06:002010-12-28T11:49:20.327-06:00Bundling up BabyAs you head out the door this winter, it’s important you keep your baby warm and safe.<br />Whether your infant is outside or in, knowing the proper way to keep your little one warm and dry is vital to his or her health. <ul><li><div style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">Don’t forget a hat.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> Your baby’s head is a huge percentage of his or her body, so be sure to invest in a warm hat if you are headed outdoors. </span></span></span></div></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">Do layer up.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> Dressing your child in warm layers will keep him or her warm while outside. Consider dressing your infant in thermal underwear, long sleeved shirts, and gloves or mittens. </span></span></span></p><li><p style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #366388 1pt solid; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0.02in; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0in"><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">Don’t use loose blankets or pillows in the crib.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> Leaving your baby untended with a loose blanket, pillow or other bedding could lead to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). If you are worried about your infant being cold, dress him or her in a one-piece sleeper. </span></span></span></p></li></ul></span></span>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-53688671709686820102010-11-29T12:11:00.001-06:002010-11-29T12:13:23.032-06:00Breastfeeding During the Holidays...<p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Welcoming a child into the world is a joyous event, and now that your baby is here, you are busy taking care of him or her. Breastfeeding is a vital way you can connect with your infant immediately, but it can be hard to make time for this activity during the busy holiday season. While the holidays are a time to indulge, it’s important you eat properly. </span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">If you are traveling, it may be hard to find time to breastfeed. Set aside one feeding and find a quiet place to feed, such as your room.</span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Family members might be tempted to give you advice or give your infant a treat. If you know your child is not ready for soft, solid foods, be sure to tell your family that and politely thank them for their advice. </span></span></p></span></span></span><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" ><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">While you may be tempted to skip a feeding here or there, don’t wait until your child is fussy or crying for food. Signs your infant is hungry include:</span></span></span></p><ul><li><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Moving head from side to side </span></span></p><li><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Opening mouth </span></span></p><li><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Puckering lips </span></span></p><li><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Putting fingers or foot in mouth </span></span></p><li><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Nuzzling against your chest </span></span></p><li><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Stretching </span></span></p></li></ul><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >If your infant exhibits any of these signs, try finding a moment to feed him or her. You and your husband know what is best for your baby. </span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >Have a fun and safe holiday. </span></span></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-48058696641760258242010-11-17T13:05:00.002-06:002010-11-17T13:09:06.004-06:00Happy "Healthy" Thanksgiving<p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Thanksgiving is just around the corner. It’s meant to be spent enjoying time with family, as well as great food. Here are ways you can work with your family to prevent overeating and remain healthy throughout the holiday season.</span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Set a great example while still having a wonderful Thanksgiving feast this year:<span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;"> </span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">1. Make a list and check it twice.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> Before heading to the supermarket, plan your Thanksgiving meal. </span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"></span></span></span><strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">2. Bring the kids along.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> Have your children help you select fresh fruits and vegetables they’d like to try. </span></span></span><strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"></span></span></span></strong></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">3. Use smaller plates.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> A small plate will fill up faster and help you and your children avoid grabbing more than you need. </span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">4. Try it all.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> If you really want everything that’s being served, you may keep going back for more if you don’t satisfy your craving. Instead of getting full servings of each thing you’d like, have a small bite of each. </span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"></span></span></span><strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">5. Veg out. E</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">at very small amounts of the heavy stuff and load up on a veggie tray, salad or roasted seasonal veggies, you’ll be doing great things for your health. </span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"></span></span></span><strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">6. Don’t drink your calories.</span></span></span></strong><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> Choosing water, sugar free drinks, or skim milk can help to limit the excess in calories and weight gain that often occurs this time of year. </span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">Enjoy your holiday week!!!</span></span></span></p></span></span><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in"><em><span style="color:#000080;"><span style="font-size:8;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="font-size:78%;">Reviewed by </span><a href="http://cts.vresp.com/c/?PeytonManningChildre/a418c06d35/06cf672e2e/c65b04aae6" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:78%;">Lori Walton</span></a><span style="font-size:78%;">, R.N., B.S.N., pediatric weight management coordinator at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at St.Vincent.</span></span></span></span></em></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-70640340879260235592010-10-15T15:05:00.003-05:002010-10-15T15:14:49.701-05:00<span style="font-size:130%;color:#333399;">Congratulations to Tiffany (pipswueak_boutique) - She is the winner of 3 months diaper delivery paid in full!!! </span>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-40356520393593733682010-10-03T13:03:00.000-05:002010-10-03T13:04:16.688-05:00<strong><span style="color:#ff6666;">Congratulations to Shala Clark she won the Pro Baby Sterilizer!!!</span></strong>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-57428872376480163492010-09-26T01:15:00.004-05:002010-09-26T01:15:00.470-05:00Week #4 - BabyPro Bottle Sterilizer<div><br /><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%"><colgroup><br /><colgroup><col width="256"><tbody><br /><tr><td height="552" width="100%"><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in">Enter to win the <a href="http://www.jetsetbabies.com/babypro-bottle-sterilizer.htm">BabyPro Bottle Sterilizer </a>- by The First Years kills household bacteria on bottles, pacifiers, and small toys. The unique design directs steam deep into bottles for better sterilization. <a href="http://www.jetsetbabies.com/babypro-bottle-sterilizer.htm">BabyPro</a> is the first complete collection of appliances that help you provide the very best for your baby while looking great in your kitchen. Each appliance makes it easier to prepare healthy meals without sacrificing space or style.</p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in"><span style="font-size:78%;"><b>The First Years - <a href="http://www.jetsetbabies.com/babypro-bottle-sterilizer.htm">BabyPro Bottle Sterilizer</a>:</b> </span></p><ul><li><p><span style="font-size:78%;">Kills household bacteria on bottles, pacifiers, small toys, and breast pump parts </span><br /></p><li><p><span style="font-size:78%;">Directs steam deep inside bottles for better cleaning </span><br /></p><li><p><span style="font-size:78%;">Holds 8 standard or 5 wide bottles </span><br /></p><li><p><span style="font-size:78%;">Removable tray for nipples, breast pump parts, spouts, valves, pacifiers, teethers and small toys </span><br /></p><li><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in"><span style="font-size:78%;">BPA free</span> </p></li></ul><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Three ways to enter:</span></span></span></p><div dir="ltr" id="wrap2"><div dir="ltr" id="main-wrapper"><div dir="ltr" id="Blog1"><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">1. Leave a comment on this blog about your favorite <a href="http://www.babyshowersbymail.com/">BabyShowersBymail.com </a>item. </span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><a name="lw_1283360929_41"></a><a name="lw_1283360929_51"></a><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">2. L</span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">ike our fan page on facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/JetSetBabies/74475661666">JetSetBabies</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/BabyShowersByMail/149535214749">BabyShowersByMail</a> </span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">and leave a comment </span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">3. Leave a comment and tell us about your favorite children's book - ages 1 - 12 mths </span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">We will pick the winner Sunday morning - </span></span></span><strong><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">Please leave your email address or send it to me at </span></strong><strong><a href="mailto:maghan@babyshowersbymail.com"><span style="color:#5588aa;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">maghan@babyshowersbymail.com</span></span></a></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"> so we can contact you if you win.</span></strong><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"> </span><br /></p><br /><p><br /></p></div></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-64189366143172954602010-09-24T16:19:00.000-05:002010-09-24T16:19:00.923-05:00<p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#990000;">Congratulations to Jessica she is the winner of the Sport Baby Leopard print carrier!!!</span></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-6468789046284380872010-09-19T12:52:00.006-05:002010-09-20T09:59:57.762-05:00Week #3 Giveaway - Sports Baby Leopard Print Carrier!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_MhljKocysXvRo1p7WhV7MY3iV-cQmBx0nooAyis7wj9TRQLWhtYpjO1_Khs5SnZ7Qno5KvCcKQBSsADfttdieWFWC13i-wiv-tYTW_DfZVOt_VM_rBknESay0yKMZ5V-BiI-era4q3w/s1600/carr5.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 96px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 92px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518684837322003650" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_MhljKocysXvRo1p7WhV7MY3iV-cQmBx0nooAyis7wj9TRQLWhtYpjO1_Khs5SnZ7Qno5KvCcKQBSsADfttdieWFWC13i-wiv-tYTW_DfZVOt_VM_rBknESay0yKMZ5V-BiI-era4q3w/s200/carr5.gif" /></a><br /><div><p>Enter to Win the fun Leopard print carrier. The <a href="http://www.onboardoutfitters.com/Productdetails.html">SportsBaby™</a> infant carrier is GREAT! I used it on our vacation last winter and I was able to walk on the beach with my little one, swim in the water/beach, and enjoy all the tourist places. The innovative, patent-pending, dual-purpose soft carrier is designed for active moms and dads who live life “on the go.” It’s the only carrier on the market made specifically for both water and land use, for all types of weather and recreation. The special material makes it the most comfortable and flexible carrier you can buy. It’s the perfect choice for busy parents who want the economy of two great carriers in one, with comfort and style! </p><p><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Three ways to enter:</span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">1. Visit <a href="http://www.onboardoutfitters.com/Productdetails.html">SportsBaby</a> and leave a comment below with the weight limits for the carries. </span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><a name="lw_1283265690_111"></a><a name="lw_1283265690_121"></a><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">2. L</span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">ike our fan page on facebook<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/JetSetBabies/74475661666"> Jetsetbabies</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/BabyShowersByMail/149535214749">BabyShowersByMail</a> </span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">and leave a comment </span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#000000;">3. Leave a comment and tell us about your </span>favorite children's book - ages 1 - 12 mths </span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Times New Roman"><strong>please leave your email address or send it to me at </strong><a href="mailto:maghan@babyshowersbymail.com"><span style="color:#5588aa;"><strong>maghan@babyshowersbymail.com</strong></span></a><strong> so we can contact you if you win.</strong> </span></span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">We will pick a winner at random </span></span></span>each Friday afternoon<span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">.</span></span></span></p></div>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-35447850168790541232010-09-17T19:00:00.000-05:002010-09-17T20:56:17.273-05:00Congratulations to Heather Harper she is the winner of the Handmade Baby Quilt!!!Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-52250052966352362802010-09-12T20:00:00.006-05:002010-09-13T11:55:11.921-05:00Week #2 Giveaway - Handmade Baby Quilt<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipd059KnkHal_hEhFzdRHkK8DU5YCE0k7_oTwh7T1k_0_T3ngkmQZJvTXe1T6HQVb1I6vsAndNrMeGz2X338uQ8Fky8JB_y2tsjLn9daSlN8AlJjv4kKc7kxI1BpCohVKpX1PJ3I5c6OA/s1600/Quilt.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 127px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 153px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516198676119787938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipd059KnkHal_hEhFzdRHkK8DU5YCE0k7_oTwh7T1k_0_T3ngkmQZJvTXe1T6HQVb1I6vsAndNrMeGz2X338uQ8Fky8JB_y2tsjLn9daSlN8AlJjv4kKc7kxI1BpCohVKpX1PJ3I5c6OA/s200/Quilt.jpg" /></a><br /><p>Enter to WIN a Handmade <a href="http://www.babyshowersbymail.com/handmade-baby-quilt-girl.html">Baby Quilt for girl </a>- This flower and butterfly baby quilt is a one of a kind creation, handmade by Teri Lundgren in Duluth, Minnesota. This unique design will not be duplicated.</p><p>The center of this beautiful quilt has 3- dimensional flowers, and hand-tied grass to give it texture. The inner border is designed with a stained glass look using pink and green triangles. The outer border is machine quilted with many flying butterflies and the loopy paths they make. </p><p>This quilt is made to be enjoyed and used, and therefore it is machine washable, instructions included. Made from 100% cotton and all material is pre-washed. Measures approximately 28 x 44. $130 value</p><p><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Three ways to enter:</strong></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">1. Select your favorite JetSetBabies item at <a href="http://www.jetsetbabies.com/">Jetsetbabies.com </a>and leave a comment on this blog</span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><a name="lw_1283265690_111"></a><a name="lw_1283265690_121"></a><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">2. L</span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;">ike our fan page on facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/JetSetBabies/74475661666">Jetsetbabies</a></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/JetSetBabies/74475661666"> </a>or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/BabyShowersByMail/149535214749">BabyShowersByMail </a></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;">and leave a comment </span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">3. Leave a comment below and tell us about your </span>favorite children's book - ages 1 - 12 mths </span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">please leave your email address or send it to me at <a href="mailto:maghan@babyshowersbymail.com">maghan@babyshowersbymail.com</a> so we can contact you if you win. </span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;">We will pick a winner at random each Friday afternoon. </span></span></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-83381518226939227812010-09-11T11:51:00.000-05:002010-09-13T11:52:13.344-05:00<div class="mobile_status"><span id="profile_status"><span id="status_text"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;color:#993399;">Congratulations to Colleen Smith Newman she is the winner of the year's subscription to the Wild Animal Baby!</span></span></span></div>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-7838841778506959372010-09-06T00:27:00.005-05:002010-09-06T13:09:00.307-05:00Givaway - Wild Animal Baby<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYwiQnLJh-EInQVUuZALjqapjQ_WSSHBCCxy2R57_DkBNoopM3Z2Tn6CN_eIynIV6TwNrDreA2lxe3XI1DjPrCP6ssyte8G4iPMgYcnqT4g7sOlyAAoqooTfYfzLZs_OnQ_XBifB83zXY/s1600/animalbaby.png"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 147px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 166px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513854146282138738" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYwiQnLJh-EInQVUuZALjqapjQ_WSSHBCCxy2R57_DkBNoopM3Z2Tn6CN_eIynIV6TwNrDreA2lxe3XI1DjPrCP6ssyte8G4iPMgYcnqT4g7sOlyAAoqooTfYfzLZs_OnQ_XBifB83zXY/s200/animalbaby.png" /></a><br /><p>Win a year's subscription to <a href="http://www.nwf.org/Kids/Wild-Animal-Baby.aspx"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">Wild Animal Baby. It</span></span></span></strong><em><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> </span></span></span></em></a><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><a href="http://www.nwf.org/Kids/Wild-Animal-Baby.aspx">is the National Wildlife Federation's</a> (NWF’s) nature magazine for toddlers ages 2 to 4 years. I have two little ones that receive this magazine every month and we love it. The Animal Baby magazine introduces very young children to </span></span></span><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">wildlife</span></span></span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> in ways that lay the </span></span></span><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">foundation</span></span></span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> for a lifelong </span></span></span><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">love</span></span></span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"> of the natural world.</span></span></span></p><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><a name="main-content"></a><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">This magazine offers activities, crafts, recipes, and reading recommendations that build upon the content in each issue and further encourage a young child’s intellectual and emotional growth.</span></span></p><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">This would be a perfect gift for your kids or someone who has toddlers ages 2-4! </span></span></p><br /><p style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000099;"><strong>Three ways to enter:</strong></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">1. Select your favorite babyshowersByMail item at <a href="http://www.babyshowersbymail.com/">BabyShowersByMail.com </a>and leave a comment</span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><a name="lw_1283265690_1111"></a><a name="lw_1283265690_1211"></a><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">2. Like our fan page on facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/JetSetBabies/74475661666">JetSetBabies </a></span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/BabyShowersByMail/149535214749">BabyShowersByMail </a></span></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;">and leave a comment </span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#000000;">3. Leave a comment on this blog and tell us your </span>favorite Children's book - ages 1 - 12 mths </span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0in"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong><span style="color:#000099;"><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;">We will pick a winner at random </span><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;"><span style="BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%">each Friday afternoon</span></span><span style="font-family:times new roman, new york, times, serif;">.</span></span></strong></span></span></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-25417286039198324102010-09-02T21:09:00.001-05:002010-09-02T21:10:58.171-05:00September GiveawaysGet Ready for Fall!!! JetSetBabies & BabyShowersByMail are doing a weekly giveaway the whole month of September! Check back Monday, September 6th for the 1st giveaway!!!Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-80161974745057480722010-08-31T11:41:00.001-05:002010-08-31T11:45:18.804-05:00Playin' It Safe at the Playground<p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;color:#6666cc;" >Parents of toddlers know that playgrounds can be a great place for their little ones to enjoy much-needed physical activity, but many may be unaware of common playground hazards and safety concerns. Whether your child is a playground newcomer or a frequent visitor, you can help your toddler play it safe by learning safety guidelines and teaching them to your child.</span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#800000;"><span style="color:#6666cc;"><strong>Be Safe</strong> </span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;color:#6666cc;" >Before you give your toddler access to a playground, assess the area and equipment to be sure it follows proper safety guidelines.</span></p><ul><li><div style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#6666cc;">T<span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;" >he surface under all playground equipment should be soft and consist of materials such as wood chips, mulch or sand. Falling to the surface is the most common contributing factor in playground injuries. </span></span></div></li><li><p style="BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;color:#6666cc;" >Evaluate the design of the playground—proper playgrounds should be built for two separate age groups: children under 5 years old and children ages 5 through 12. </span></p><li><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt;font-size:100%;color:#6666cc;" >Inspect the playground equipment to ensure it is well maintained. Check that it is kept clean with no broken or rusted areas. </span></p></li></ul><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#6666cc;">Any hazards you find should be reported immediately to the school or municipality associated with the playground. </span></p><p style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0.2in; BACKGROUND: #ffffff; FONT-WEIGHT: normal"><span style="color:#6666cc;">Have fun with your kids. With your guidance, your toddler will quickly become a playground pro.</span> </p></span>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-65320706012830215892010-07-21T11:55:00.002-05:002010-07-21T11:57:40.728-05:00Snack Time<p>It’s 2:30 p.m. and your toddler is hungry. Instead of turning to his or her regular favorite snack, mix it up with a new variety of food that not only gives him or her added nutrients, but tastes good, too.</p><p>Snacking is an important part of meeting a growing toddler’s nutritional needs—these “mini-meals” provide active toddlers with energy throughout the day that they may have missed at mealtime.</p><p>Control your child’s portion sizes, use small bags to pack snacks for quick, easy access. </p><p><br /><strong>Dairy options for snacking include:</strong><br />*Low-fat chocolate milk<br />*Nonfat cottage cheese or yogurt with fruit<br />*String cheese with canned or fresh fruit<br />*Whole-wheat crackers with peanut butter or cheese<br />*Yogurt with granola or fresh fruit<br /></p><p><strong>Some fruit and veggie snacking combinations to try include:<br /></strong>*Apple slices and cheeses<br />*Baby carrots<br />*Dried fruit, including raisins and plums, with nuts<br />*Frozen fruit bars<br />*Raw veggie sticks with low-fat yogurt dip, hummus or cottage cheese<br />*Unsweetened applesauce cups</p><p><strong>Grains that make for healthy snacks include:</strong><br />*Bagel “pizzas” with tomato sauce and melted cheese<br />*Baked potato chips or tortilla chips with salsa<br />*Flavored rice cakes, such as apple cinnamon or caramel, with peanut butter<br />*Graham crackers, animal crackers, gingersnaps, fig bars or vanilla wafers with a glass of milk<br />*Popcorn, either air popped or low-fat microwave<br />*Pretzels, lightly salted or unsalted, and a glass of milk<br /></p><p><em><span style="font-size:78%;">Reviewed by Katherine Pederson, M.D., pediatrician at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent.</span></em></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-24065587503458642262010-07-11T13:27:00.004-05:002010-07-11T13:37:16.403-05:00Visit a local grocer when traveling abroad<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3sMEIrSTjNuZ9cQAH1-1ae6ep2JA8dSrzWe78ETXhadugPXGYg9Zmm6VDofZTypheCvWqlD7afnYCLKB8QbICzU49enYh2A7BRT4URvQMfOC4KVqiPGKKfK8EH0WeQHIq771gKaciITMS/s1600/bubblegum.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 179px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 146px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492719104427468658" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3sMEIrSTjNuZ9cQAH1-1ae6ep2JA8dSrzWe78ETXhadugPXGYg9Zmm6VDofZTypheCvWqlD7afnYCLKB8QbICzU49enYh2A7BRT4URvQMfOC4KVqiPGKKfK8EH0WeQHIq771gKaciITMS/s200/bubblegum.jpg" /></a>Here is a fun idea for traveling to other countries or even different ethnic communities within the states. Bring your children to a local grocery store. This can be really fun and also provide you with some insite to the people and the area you are visiting.<br /><br />Every time we go to Chinatown in New York City, we have to take a tour through a local grocer. Seeing the fresh fish, unique vegetables, and other foods provides a real treat for kids. My children especially love looking at the different candies and sweets and of course we always leave with some tasty treats!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-62912549798284507292010-07-07T13:24:00.002-05:002010-07-07T13:28:26.196-05:00Toddler Safety Near Water...<p>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for young children ages 1 to 4. Protect your toddlers this summer if your vacation or fun is anywhere near water.<br /></p><p>Everyone looks forward to the lazy days of summer, and water recreation offers a great reprieve from the summer heat. It also poses certain safety risks when it comes to children—particularly toddlers.<br /></p><p><strong>Water, Water Everywhere</strong></p><strong></strong><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><p></span>While most toddlers love the water, drowning can happen in less than two minutes. Therefore, it is important to practice splash smarts.<br /></p><p><strong>Protect your toddler from the water this summer by:</strong></p><p>* Avoiding chewing gum and eating food when swimming<br />* Being attentive to the weather, making sure to evacuate swimming and boating areas at the first sign of a storm<br />* Ensuring he or she is wearing water-resistant sunscreen and reapplying often<br />* Having your toddler drink plenty of water to stay hydrated<br />* Having your toddler wear a life jacket when in the water or on a boat<br />* Knowing how deep the water is before your toddler jumps in a pool<br />* Maintaining constant visual supervision and keeping kids within arm’s reach. Also, guardians should be trained in lifesaving techniques such as CPR and have rescue equipment such as a life preserver on hand at all times in case an accident should occur<br />* Obeying all posted signs and rules</p><p><br />It is also important for guardians of toddlers to remember that at this age water can be dangerous in other places besides a pool, such as water located in buckets, bathtubs and even puddles caused by a summer rain. Also, toddlers should not be allowed in hot tubs until they can sit with their heads completely out of the water with their feet touching the bottom due to the risk of overheating.</p><p><em><span style="font-size:78%;">Reviewed by Beth Rice, EMT-B CPR and Safe Sitter coordinator at St.Vincent.</span></em></p>Maghanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00895447766513411182noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3571226618358054477.post-24006509943045203132010-06-22T09:00:00.001-05:002010-06-22T09:02:39.792-05:00SUMMER SALEFor a limited time get <a href="http://www.jetsetbabies.com/">FREE SHIPPING </a>on orders over $75.00. Just type in the code July10 in the discount code field during checkout. Make this summer's vacation the easiest vacation ever by using JetSetBabies to have all your travel supplies shipped ahead directly to your travel destination.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0