Monday, February 24, 2014

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Question?




Sylviaw


When my baby is born if he/she is born on time how much of a chance does it have of passing away from SIDS? When should I stop worrying about it when he/she is born? I am just kinda worried. For when they get here. What are the percents of babys that pass away from SIDS?


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1. Place infants to sleep on their backs, even though they may sleep more soundly on their stomachs. Infants who sleep on their stomachs and sides have a much higher rate of SIDS than infants who sleep on their backs.

2. Place infants to sleep in a baby bed with a firm mattress. There should be nothing in the bed but the baby - no covers, no pillows, no bumper pads, no positioning devices and no toys. Soft mattresses and heavy covering are associated with the risk for SIDS.

3. Keep your babyâs crib in the parentsâ room until the infant is at least 6 months of age. Studies clearly show that infants are safest when their beds are close to their mothers.

4. Do not place your baby to sleep in an adult bed. Typical adult beds are not safe for babies. Do not fall asleep with your baby on a couch or in a chair.

5. Do not over-clothe the infant while she sleeps. Just use enough clothes to keep the baby warm without having to use cover. Keep the room at a temperature that is comfortable for you. Overheating an infant may increase the risk for SIDS.

6. Avoid exposing the infant to tobacco smoke. Don't have your infant in the same house or car with someone who is smoking. The greater the exposure to tobacco smoke, the greater the risk of SIDS.

7. Breast-feed babies whenever possible. Breast milk decreases the occurrence of respiratory and gastrointestinal infections. Studies show that breast-fed babies have a lower SIDS rate than formula-fed babies do.


8. Avoid exposing the infant to people with respiratory infections. Avoid crowds. Carefully clean anything that comes in contact with the baby. Have people wash their hands before holding or playing with your baby. SIDS often occurs in association with relatively minor respiratory (mild cold) and gastrointestinal infections (vomiting and diarrhea).


9. Offer your baby a pacifier. Some studies have shown a lower rate of SIDS among babies who use pacifiers.


10. If your baby has periods of not breathing, going limp or turning blue, tell your pediatrician at once.


11. If your baby stops breathing or gags excessively after spitting up, discuss this with your pediatrician immediately.


12. Thoroughly discuss each of the above points with all caregivers. If you take your baby to daycare or leave him with a sitter, provide a copy of this list to them. Make sure they follow all recommendations.

What kind of toys work best? Which do you recommend?

Q. Impressive Carriegr...lol
Thanks Salreyjr, I'll have to try your toy.


Answer
Fisher-Price has toys for every stage of growth and development. From infant activity toys, to discovery toys for toddlers, to imagination- and creativity-building toys for preschoolers and early school-age kids, Fisher-Price toys make growing and learning through all stages of development so much fun!

Infant(0-12 months)Toys by Type
Activity Gyms & Tables
Crib Toys
Fisher-Price Classics
High Chair, Stroller, & Car Seat-attaching
music & Movement
Push, Pull, & Roll
Put & Take
Rattles & Teethers
Rolling Vehicles
Stacking & Sorting
Take-Along
Walkers
Popular Brands
Amazing Animals
Brilliant Basics
Go, Baby, Go!â¢
Laugh & Learn
Lil Laugh & Learn
Little Superstar
Miracles & Milestones
Ocean Wonders
Peek-a-Blocks
Rainforestâ¢
Roll-a-Rounds
Sesame Street
Winnie the Pooh
Our Infant Favorites
Toddler(12-36 months)Toys by Type
Cars & Vehicles
Dollhouse (toys by type)
Dolls & Accessories
Electronic Learning Toys
Fisher-Price Classics
Kitchen Sets & Food Play
Musical Toys
Playing Grown-Up
Playsets
Push, Pull, & Roll
Sports & Outdoor Fun
Trikes & Ride-ons
Popular Brands
Blue's Room
Dora the Explorer
Fun 2 Learn
GeoTrax
Knows Your Nameâ¢
Learn Through Music
Little Einstein
Little Mommy Dolls
Little People Toys
Power Wheels
See 'n Say
Sesame Street
Snap 'n Style
The Backyardigansâ¢
Winnie the Pooh
Our Toddler Favorites

Toddler(12-36 months)Toys by Type
Cars & Vehicles
Dollhouse (toys by type)
Dolls & Accessories
Electronic Learning Toys
Fisher-Price Classics
Kitchen Sets & Food Play
Musical Toys
Playing Grown-Up
Playsets
Push, Pull, & Roll
Sports & Outdoor Fun
Trikes & Ride-ons
Popular Brands
Blue's Room
Dora the Explorer
Fun 2 Learn
GeoTrax
Knows Your Nameâ¢
Learn Through Music
Little Einstein
Little Mommy Dolls
Little People Toys
Power Wheels
See 'n Say
Sesame Street
Snap 'n Style
The Backyardigansâ¢
Winnie the Pooh
Our Toddler Favorites


Toys by Type
Action/Adventure Toys
Cars, Vehicles & RC Toys
Creative Activities
Dollhouse (toys by type)
Dolls & Accessories
Electronic Learning Toys
Kitchen Sets & Food Play
Musical Toys
Playing Grown-Up
Preschool Games
Sports & Outdoor Fun
Popular Brands
Car-nivores
Digital Arts & Craftsâ¢
Doodle Pro
Dora the Explorer
Easy Link
Fun 2 Learn
Fusion Crew
Go Diego Goâ¢
I Can Play Guitar
I Can Play⢠Piano
Imaginext
Kid Tough Electronics
Knows Your Nameâ¢
Learn Through Music
Light Sketcherâ¢
Little Mommy Dolls
Little People Toys
Loving Family
Pixter
Planet Heroesâ¢
Power Wheels
Rescue Heroes
Sesame Street
Shake ân Go
Smart Cycleâ¢
Snuggle-Kinsâ¢
Spark Art
Star Station
The Backyardigansâ¢
View-Master




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Is adoption natural...........?




parenting


Was talking with my mother and she said yes adoption of a child by the community is very natural. The aunts, uncles, grandparents, and by good family friends. While if the parents died the child might only stay a day or 2 out of the week with their aunt before switching homes to stay with the family friend and so on and so forth.

I had to interject what about infant adoption? She stated that with infants during that time some mothers couldn't produce milk so another mother in the community would take the baby and nurse it and that child would have basically 2 mothers.

My question is: have man made laws made adoption of newborns, infants, and toddlers unnatural because they completely remove a child from their natural environment?



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No. Adoption is NOT natural. It is a CLEARLY man made law... otherwise there wouldn't need to be a lot of paperwork etc and the bond between a mother and baby (actually related to each other) wouldn't exist.

NOTHING about adoption is natural. It is as unnatural as you can get.

Caring for children and taking them in under your wing to help them when they have no one else is not the same as adoption. There are many ways to care and look after a child who needs it that isn't adoption. People just don't want to look at that... or those who could lack the intelligence to come up with something more compassionate and loving than adoption.

ETA: 'Animal adoptions' are nothing to do with human beings. They are not cruel about it and it doesn't last forever. Animal adoptions are about teh SURVIVAL of an animal.... NOT to fulfil a lust by another animal to have a toy to play with. In human world, adoption is NOT about survival AT ALL. Some people need to get their priorities right!

an urgent question about disinfecting my infants' toys...?




julybabygi


my daughter (4 months old) puts her toys in her mouth a lot. my little toddler cousin came over and i caught him chewing on her toys. i do not want to let her play with them until i have disinfected them. i have heard about immersion into soapy water but most of her toys are mechanical. it will ruin them! is there some product or something that i can safely disinfect her mechanical toys with such as a wipe or something? ive heard lysol is really good for toys and stuff but idk what would be good when she puts everything in her mouth. i dont need to be poisoning her or anything! so if you have any advice i would love to hear it! thanks!!! :D


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I have always wondered the same thing. I found this:

http://householdtraditions.com/benefect.htm

It is a botanical disinfectant.

"Benefect® Botanical Disinfectant:

The First & Only Botanical Disinfectant in North America
Kills Over 99.99% of Bacteria, Fungus, TB and HIV
No Rinse or Wipe Required
No Warning Labels or First Aid Statements
No Mixing"

Benefect® is ideal for Hard Surface Disinfection on:

Kid's Toys & High Chair Trays
Diaper Pails & Change Tables
Countertops, Sinks & Food Preparation Surfaces
Sports Equipment
Toilet Seats
Sickrooms
Pet Areas
Garbage Cans

...& other similar surfaces where bacteria, mold and mildew or odors are a concern and where a botanical product is sensible.

I have yet to get this, but I will be soon! I give you thumbs up for not wanting to give her the toys until you disinfect them. Your cousin may not have tuberculosis, but he could have a cold or the flu and sometimes symptoms aren't noticeable right away so he "could" be contagious if he were sick. Good luck!

Edit: In the meantime (if you were to order the stuff above for later purposes), you could just wipe the toys down with a soapy rag and the wipe with a wet clean one. They say it takes a minimum of 20 seconds to kill germs with soap and
water.

Edit: Per the cdc website, germs can live from 20 min. up to 2 hours on a hard surface.

The disinfectant above is all natural. I would rather be safe than sorry, especially with an infant.




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Sunday, February 23, 2014

Need honest opinions of my baby registries. Would love feedback. :)?




suppastaaa


So I'm trying to be conscientious of everyone and their budgets as I register for our first baby. I am currently listed for 2 (Target and Babies R Us) in hope that it makes for more convenient shopping for everyone involved. I'm having 3 showers (his family, my friends since I don't have family in the states, and work). We make more than his family, or mine and I want everyone to feel comfortable making purchases. I also donât want anyone to feel as if Iâm asking for too much. Itâs a delicate topic. SO⦠Is this a good amount of product or too much? Is it realistic? Too expensive? If you were a guest coming to one of the showers would you feel as if I were being too greedy?

Thanks so much in advance for your feed back!

Here they areâ¦
TARGET'S Registry

BABY NURSERY

Simplicity Ellis 4-in-1 Crib - Cherry List Price: $249.99
Circo® Basics Bumper - Pink List Price: $19.99
Circo® Basics Dust Ruffle - Pink List Price: $14.99
BLANKET DWSTUDIO FL OLIVIA 3PK, DWELL STUDIO, ANTLER, INFANT List Price: $9.99
CRIB PAD CIRCO CRIB PAD FITTED, CIRCO, WHITE, INFANT List Price: $9.99
SHEET CIRCO KNIT SHEET GREEN, CIRCO, GREEN List Price: $7.99
LAP PAD CIRCO LAP PAD 3PK ASST, CIRCO, ASSORTED, INFANT List Price: $6.99
Circo® Basics Striped Sheet - Pink List Price: $5.99
CI BEDDING WHITE/PINK SHEET POLKA, CIRCO, NEW RED, INFANT List Price: $5.99
SHEET CIRCO WOVEN SHEET PINK, CIRCO, PINK List Price: $5.99
CI BEDDING WHITE/GREE SHEET POLKA, CIRCO, BONE, INFANT List Price: $5.99
Maxi-Cosi Priori Convertible Car Seat - Corniche List Price: $199.99
Combi Shuttle Infant Car Seat - Ember List Price: $139.99
The First Years Deluxe Comfort Electric/ Battery Double-Breast Pump - 1897 List Price: $59.99
BIB CIRCO 3P ATTD KNIT PNK, CIRCO List Price: $4.99
BOTTLE BRUSH MUNCHKIN SOAP DISPENS, MUNCHKIN List Price: $4.99
SPOONS MUNCHKIN WHITE 4PK, MUNCHKIN List Price: $4.29
American Red Cross Ultrasonic Humidifier List Price: $49.99
American Red Cross 17-pc. Health and Grooming Kit List Price: $19.99
HOODED TOWEL CIRCO HOODED TWL P 3PK, CIRCO, CHARMING PINK List Price: $12.99
BURP CLOTH CIRCO TERRY ASSRTD 2PK, CIRCO, ASSORTED, INFANT List Price: $3.99
BATH TOY MUNCHKIN STYLISH DUCK, MUNCHKIN List Price: $2.79
Summer Infant 7" Color Flat Screen Video Baby Monitor List Price: $189.99
Eddie Bauer® Wooden Highchair - Kingston List Price: $119.99
Combi Cosmo DX Stroller - Ember List Price: $99.99
Baby Einstein musical Motion Activity Jumper List Price: $79.99
Fisher-Price Soothing Motions Glider List Price: $69.99
CARRIER INFNTNO EURORIDER BLK, INFANTINO List Price: $34.99
Infants' Embroidered Nylon and Fleece Cozy World Carrier Cover- Slate Gray List Price: $24.99
Eddie Bauer® Baby View Back-Seat Mirror List Price: $9.99
SUNSHADE EB DELX ROLLER 2PK SHD, EDDIE BAUER List Price: $7.99
SUNSHADE EB 2PK CLING SHADES, EDDIE BAUER List Price: $4.99
DwellStudio⢠for Target® Apples Hooded Towel - Pink List Price: $9.99
SNP JUST1YR BTTERFLY M 2PK, JUST ONE YEA, LILAC, MEDIUM List Price: $9.99
GOWN CIRCO BUGS PINK NB 3PK, CIRCO, KONA, NEWBORN List Price: $9.99
CTN BLANKET JUST1YR BUTTERFLY, JUST ONE YEA, LILAC List Price: $5.99
MITTEN GERBER PINK 0-3M 4PK, GERBER, PINK, 0-3 MONTHS List Price: $4.99
Combi Travel Solutions Play Yard DX - Sage List Price: $169.99
RATTLE INFNTINO PEEKABOO RATL, INFANTINO List Price: $4.49
Lullabies For Baby List Price: $9.99
CONTOUR PAD MNCHKN CONTOUR FOAM, MUNCHKIN List Price: $21.99
DwellStudio⢠for Target® Wearable Blanket - Pink List Price: $12.99
Gerber GERBER PINK 3-6M 3PK List Price: $10.99
SLIPCOVER BOPPY PINK ASST, BOPPY List Price: $9.99
NURSERY ORG PINK TERRY CONTOUR CVR, CIRCO, PINK List Price: $6.99
DwellStudio⢠for Target® Large Striped Lamp - Olivia List Price: $29.99


BABIES R US

Boon Potty Bench by Boon Inc. $29.99
Summer Infant Newborn to Toddler Bath Center and Shower $29.99
Amy Coe Pink Pop Changing Pad Cover $14.99
Kids Line Pop Daisy Changing Pad Cover $14.99
Fisher Price: Nature Baby- Ocean Surf & Dolphins CD $9.99
Halo Fleece SleepSack & Swaddle Blanket - Ecru: Newborn $19.99
Chicco Caddy Hook On Chair â Red $34.99
SwaddleMe Adjustable Infant Wrap - Organic Ivory (Small) $15.99
Gerber Organic Flannel 4 Pack Receiving Blankets â Pink $12.99
Wendy Bellissimo Swirl Fur Blanket $21.99
Tadpoles Basics Pashmina Blanket - Lavender $17.99
Koala Baby 2 Ply Dot Blanket â Sage $15.99
Kiddopotamus Swaddle Blanket - Pink Butterfly $9.99
ACCESSY GR/3PC ACCESSORY SET-G $9.99
G SLD/EMB /5PK GIRL SOLID/WMB $5.10
GIRL /2PK GIRL PANT $4.10
QUATTRO TOUR DLX TRAVEL SY N/A
BPAF 3PK 4OZ GLASS NURSERS N/A
3PK INTERLOCK BURPCLOTH GIRL $8.99
ROSE CIRCLES SUPER BIB $5.99
3PK BURPCLOTH BRIGHT GIRL $4.99

Editing to add that my parents bought the crib, mattress, dresser and changing table. So that's taken care of. I'd buy it all myself, and don't really care if I have to. I just don't want to limit people. The only thing I might get sooner, rather than waiting is the carseat, since you never really know when you'll need it, and its kind of importaint....
Also failed to mention that I directly report to the owner and CEO of my company and I feel as if they'll get me a larger item for the work shower. So I feel as if I have to have something larger for purchase if that makes sense.
Thanks for your âhelp.â Iâm not really certain what you mean by obsolete as we plan on having more children and will therefore use these items again. Cribs and car seats arenât disposable where I liveâ¦

My registry is a list of items that I would purchase even if no one bought them for me. I donât need gifts. I can buy this all and it wonât affect my finances. People would want to stab me, as people really do want to have a village feel in a new baby. Iâd welcome any gift, and really even a card if that were all they can afford. It is not about the gift, itâs about celebrating my new baby!

Oh, and thanks for adding all this up for me. Now that I see the total, itâs not that much. I have friends that have spent that much on baby furniture alone. But I guess this is like the Olympics and youâre the Russian judge that low balls and nitpicks, and whoâs opinion just gets tossed out in the end. Thereâs always the bitter, jealous, negative-Nelly, and here and now itâs youâ¦

Good Luck.



Answer
okay this might shock you, but your grand total of things that you think you need for this first baby... is over two thousand dollars. i know cuz i added it up on my calcuator that's a lot of stuff and most of it will be obsolete in about a year. you could actually put a down payment on a house with money like that. i am not trying to be rude or mean in any way, but i do think you are going over board here.
here are a couple of my observations about your list... no offense just observations okay..
the breast pump is private should be purchased by baby's mom and dad
there are great stroller car seat combos for less than what you have the car seat listed for.
the spoons can be purchased at the dollar store
the humidifier should be bought by the parents if the child needs it
what did our grand parents do without a color screen baby monitor?
there are awesome pack and plays out there for under a hundred dollars (mine even came with a dual level mattress position and a changing center.)

p.s. before you get angry and think that i'm against the whole idea of these registries, cuz i'm really not, i just think that when a baby comes everyone usually brings really cool stuff to the showers and with you having three, i doubt very much that your little one is going to be missing out on anything.




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infant brain development?




chuck j


my wife and i are expecting our first child in feburary. my question is, what can we do to help develop her brain activity and things like her sences. I'm not a big fan of those education videos or movies but i won't totaly rule them out. does it really help or make a difference when they are so young, like new born to read to them or do whatever we can to help her along?


Answer
Children are not supposed to watch TV before the age of 2. Research shows that it can be detrimental to their development. So trust your instincts. I would read to your child, talk to her, sing to her. Tummy time is very important, it leads to earlier crawling. Make sure that when she starts playing, she has lots of open-ended toys. These are toys that can be used in many ways, like blocks, plastic food, stacking rings, etc. The "interactive" talking toys are overrated. It is better for you to interact with your child. They learn more from you.

Any toy Gift Ideas for a Disabled child????




Treat


I have a disabled almost 3 year old family member. He has down syndrome, so most of the product toys for his age group don't fit him. He cannot walk yet because of very poor muscle tone, and has limited interest and ability for toys for his true age. I already got him a whole new wardrobe and would like some toys. Any help??? What would really help him?


Answer
My sister turns three tomorrow and she has down syndrome. Interactive things are always good for these kids. Things with music and lights. Dont feel bad going into the infant secton to find a fun colorful toy. We usually get her things that fir 12-18 months. We found the Hasbro Playskool Step Start Walk n ride was great to help her working on mobility. She loves her infant bowling set. Depending on his weight you could consider a bouncer to help work on muscle tone.




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Looking for the best infant toys for development from newborn to 1 year- Any suggestions??




Photogra-m


My baby girl is almost 2 months - i need something to occupy her later on - some kind of activity play center toy - something great with lights and music _ I've been window shopping and dont see much that i like - What do you parents out there recommend -What toys does your baby like??
What about activity mats or something that will promote sitting up and crawling??
And also looking for toys I can attatch to her swing (since her swing does not play music or have lights- a toy with light & music thats attatchble - where can I find one??



Answer
My kids LOVED the peek-a-boo blocks from Fisher Price. It is also good for development for them to learn how to put things in and take things out. They have a shape sorter from peek-a-boo blocks. It has different shapes and each block has something new inside. There are SO many different accessories that you can get with the Peek-a-boo blocks. toysrus.com has a great way to select that type of thing. You select the age, and then you select the type of toys. You want to find cause and effect toys, early development, and sights and sounds. You can look at all those categories there, or just type whatever type of toy into a search engine and it should pull up some options.

What are good toys to give a 1 year old?




Christina


My Nephews going to be 1 a few days before christmas.What are some good things out there..Not to expensive that i can get him.He loves things that sing and move and make noise.Hes not big on things like Baby books or anything that doesn't do anything.He seems like hes above most of his toys now..Hes very active..what would be some good things to get him


Answer
It is so hard to get gifts for infants, you really gatta know their personalities, and its wonderful you know your nephew's very well.
Here are some links to some wonderful inexpensive toys, that i have gotten for my son also. And there are walmarts everywhere so you shouldnt have a problem finding one! Lol, best of luck!!!

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=6487088
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10097973
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=3551316
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5982171
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4956533

Oh and P.S. if you happen to run across a mini-ball, get one for him, they seem to love the sound a ball makes when it bounces.




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producing and selling a toy that could be potentially harmful when handled by infants? Please Help?

Q. What role should corporations assume when producing and selling a toy that could be potentially harmful when handled by infants?
please Explain


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They should have an age group (4 and up) listed so that parents know that the toy is not appropriate for use by an infant. If they are dumb enough to combine toys for an older child and an infant, I don't think that is the fault of the corporation. That is a parent's responsibility.

producing and selling a toy that could be potentially harmful when handled by infants? Please Help?

Q. What role should corporations assume when producing and selling a toy that could be potentially harmful when handled by infants?
please Explain


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A BIG warning label.
It seems that half the toys for 6 y/o Gabe are hazardous to his 18 month old brother Ezra. So what? That's why God made parents. Why should Gabe be restricted to toys only suitable for an infant?
Now, if you mean toxic cr@p with lead paint, that's different.




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What do you think about infant toys in reference to developmental psychology? ?




Brian L


Based on sensory, cognitive, or social development? (Doing research and needing detailed psychology input/answers)


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Hi There,

Here is a great toy site that has everything classified by age & development, and talks about specific toys.

http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?B=81139&U=272547&M=12666

It might help your research.

Jessica

Cheapest place to buy Vtech - V.Smile Baby - Infant Development System?







Where can I find a great deal online for Vtech - V.Smile Baby - Infant Development System


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Bring a smile onto your little oneâs face and connect her to a world of interactive learning toy games! The V.Smile⢠Baby Infant Development System goes beyond passive developmental videos with a breakthrough, interactive approach to learning. With the V.Smile Baby Infant Development System, you'll receive a colorful panel that fits comfortably in your childâs lap and connects wirelessly to a receiver that hooks right into your TV! The signal works from nine feet away no matter how high or low your baby is seated. Plus, you can choose from three grow-with-me play modes. Select the Play Time mode on the panel and watch your baby play with games and use colorful, easy-to-press buttons to hear fun, educational phrases. Select the Watch & Learn mode and your baby can watch educational animations complete with baby sign language. Finally, as your baby grows, select the Learn & Explore mode where she can actually direct the games on the learning toy screen by choosing the subjects she wants to explore.

The V.Smile Baby Infant Development System works with Baby Smartridge games, which slide easily into the receiver. Each Baby Smartridge features learning games with five different baby signs, and teach important skills like colors, numbers, sounds, animals, music and shapes. V.Smile Baby Infant Development System even doubles as a car toy. Take the colorful learning toy panel on the road for games on the go!

V.Smile Baby Infant Development System features Baby Sign Language. Dr. Susan Goodwin and Dr. Linda Acredolo, authorsâ of Baby Signs, have helped VTech provide a great start for Baby Signing with your little one. Itâs a great way to start language development with lasting benefits as children grow. To learn more about the Doctorsâ research on Baby Signing visit www.Babysigns.com.
V.Smile Baby⢠Infant Development System Features
Offers 3 modes of learning games: Play Time, Watch & Learn, and Learn & Explore, where your baby can go from playing games; to watching educational videos; to making choices about what she wants to learn
Connects wirelessly to a receiver, which transmits from to up to 9 feet away
The Infant Development System`s activity panel provides an independent learning toy for on-the-go games for the youngest learners
Baby Smartridge games offer unique learning activities and include 5 different baby signs
The Infant Development System includes an activity panel, console receiver, and Learn & Discover Home Baby Smartridge




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Looking for the best infant toys for development from newborn to 1 year- Any suggestions??




Photogra-m


My baby girl is almost 2 months - i need something to occupy her later on - some kind of activity play center toy - something great with lights and music _ I've been window shopping and dont see much that i like - What do you parents out there recommend -What toys does your baby like??
What about activity mats or something that will promote sitting up and crawling??
And also looking for toys I can attatch to her swing (since her swing does not play music or have lights- a toy with light & music thats attatchble - where can I find one??



Answer
My kids LOVED the peek-a-boo blocks from Fisher Price. It is also good for development for them to learn how to put things in and take things out. They have a shape sorter from peek-a-boo blocks. It has different shapes and each block has something new inside. There are SO many different accessories that you can get with the Peek-a-boo blocks. toysrus.com has a great way to select that type of thing. You select the age, and then you select the type of toys. You want to find cause and effect toys, early development, and sights and sounds. You can look at all those categories there, or just type whatever type of toy into a search engine and it should pull up some options.

good toys for a 7 month old?




Amber H


my little girl just turned 7 months old and seems to need something to keep her entertained. she gets bored so fast any suggestions? she is way rotten and always wants to be held!
She doesn't like her jumper, her little feet barely reach. And they do not reach when she is in her walker at all!



Answer
Great age! Jolly Jumper, a walker (if it's safe where you are), any toy with lights an music, like an infant radio with big buttons and bright lights. A toy drum to whack at, little Nerf balls to throw. Crinkly toys and very tactile toys are terrific too!

Seven months is a great age for throwing, banging, crinkling, jumping and practicing walking (if you're 'pro walker toys' that is).

I'd go shopping with ya, but I'm probably about 9 zillion miles away - I hope this helps hon!

*Edit - oh yes, the Leapfrog table (with removable legs), great fun on the floor, for practicing pulling up, and also goes along well with the Jolly Jumper too!




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Space saving ideas for studio apt? Baby due Feb 2012?




Scrapper


My BF and I live in a studio apt (approx 500 sf) - one large open room. I've determined a place to put a pack-n-play for the baby to sleep in which contains a built in changing station, however, in doing so I've had to rearrange the living room and nothing works. Storage space savings ideas? We'd like to have a small portable swing for the baby as well as one of the jungle gym. Anyone been in this situation and came up with some great ideas?
Unfortunately the lease to the apartment isn't up until Jan 31st and I'm due within 2weeks of that. We decided it would be best to not add the stress of moving right at that time.

We are adding risers under the bed to add some storage space under the bed, as well as condensing out of date clothing to the vacuum sealed storage bags. We are looking into a new microwave cart with a hutch for storage of baby bottles, etc in the kitchen.

For the baby jungle gym - one of the small floor play areas for the baby to lay on and be stimulated with the colorful toys. We are aware of course that at some point, we'll need to also get items when the baby is old enough to sit up and trying to walk - but are looking into moving one year after the baby is born.
To K - I ABHOR when people suggest just letting a baby sleep with you ... mainly for the reason that I personally know someone that lost a child that suffocated that way. My child will be in their own bed (chose a pack-n-play over a crib to save space) and as for the 'other' items - we will manage to give up some of our comforts for our child to have stimulation outside of mommy/daddy's arms. I was asking for space saving ideas - not to be criticized for wanting to make our apartment more suitable for a baby.



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I don't know what kind of budget you have but Ikea has a huge selection of storage and many that have doors so you can hide stuff out of sight! Consider altering uses of things - a wardrobe system for a bedroom could be placed in a family area and offer you a place to hide baby things but look nice. You can also buy pretty inexpensive vinyl ottomans at Walmart that have tops that lift off and storage inside. A bonus with those is that they are soft for when baby starts pulling up on things. Think about maybe getting a tall bookcase (Expedit unit at Ikea) but turning in on it's side like a bench. You can throw some pillows on the top for extra seating and put baskets in each shelf to store toys or baby stuff (blankets, wash cloths, diaper changing needs, etc). In other words, if you just look for things that you can use to hide some of the baby stuff you can certainly manage to live in one room and not look like your living in a nursery.

You may want to reconsider the pack n play and get an inexpensive crib. I say this because a pack n play is really an occasional bed once the bassinet phase (first 8-10 weeks - may be less if you have a big baby) is over and then the baby will be sleeping on a very tiny board and very low to the ground. They are not designed as a crib replacement. If you really want to go with a pack n play for the diaper changing feature be sure to find out the weight limit of the changer and how it works. Most of them only go to 15lbs which could be a very short time if you have a big baby. My baby had reached the bassinet/changer limit by 8 weeks! Buy one that has a hinged changer instead of the lift off type. When you are holding a baby in one hand it is not possible to lift off the changer with the other! I had the one in the link below because it was inexpensive and the changer was on hinges.

Also, some babies hate swings. You may get more use out of a chair that goes from newborn to toddler just to get more use out of it. I borrowed a swing from a friend and my son only used it a handful of times. And I live in a house and was frustrated with how much space it took up.

And as far as a change table goes, I'd scrap the idea all together and go with a crib. Or, if you already have a dresser you can buy a pad for the top and use that for a while. I did that until my son became too squirmy and I've been changing him on the floor every since. The floor is easy and baby can't fall off the floor! If you don't already have a dresser you can use I would just buy a diaper caddy and use the floor. Save that space as you don't need it and you can use almost any surface to change a diaper - you will learn that fast when out and about!

My advice is to just use what budget you have to buy the absolute least amount of large baby things and the most amount of living room/bedroom things with drawers and doors so you can manage the baby mess! An infant has a lot of small stuff that is needed but easily stored away and if you cut out some big things and ask friends what the did and didn't use you can get by with very little and keep you space in order.

Good luck and congrats on the baby! :)

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http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4024389
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http://www.walmart.ca/Home/Furniture/Living-Room-Furniture/Hometrends-Storage-Ottoman

what to pack for almost 1 year old baby boy for traveling (Flight 6 hours)?




mma


hi guys we are going to hawaii for my sons 1st birthday May 15,2012 and this our 1st time traveling with an infant. I would to know what are the necessary items to bring and to have in the plane? will be traveling for 6 hours! i know i am guessing that my baby will bored i just hope he'll sleep the entire trip.
hey i thought you can't carry any liquid on board???



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I think this list will help you to travel with your kid in a peaceful manner.

Checklist

Diapers
Changing pad
Wipes
Diaper cream, hand sanitizer and lotion
Baby washcloth or burp rag
Bottle(s)
Formula or breast milk
Baby food
Spoon
Bib
Sippy cup
Snacks and finger foods
Pacifier
Blanket (for cold planes, to cover up when nursing, etc.)
Extra outfit for baby
Extra shirt for you
Plastic bags
Individually wrapped antibacterial wipes
Small package of tissues
Plenty of small toys




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List of things to buy for a newborn?




IhaveAdrea


Baby will be due March/April 2013
i dont know the gender of the baby yet..
Please give me a list of things to get for a new born (most needed, urgent things)
crib, bottles, car seat, clothes, what else? If you could include the price on some items? That'd be great! Thank You!



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crib and a good crib mattress and crib sheet, wipes, lots of bottles (at least 8), diapers, diaper rash cream, a good thermometer, infant tylenol and infant gas drops, diaper bag, carseat, stroller, colorful infant toys (garanimals makes good soft ones), lots of onesies (short and long sleeved), sleepers/gowns, newborn mittens (because they tend to scratch their face) and socks, receiving and thermal blankets, a swing or bouncer, baby washcloths, baby lotion and soap, an infant bathtub, a few pacifiers, pack n play..

Do you think it is right to even suggest that a two year old killed by a pit bull could be at fault?




Jenny


I had someone suggest that perhaps the pit bull was provoked. I'm sure that two year old was threatening the pit bulls life and it had to kill the toddler. No way a growl or nip would have sufficed? This person is actually suggesting that the dog could have been justified.

I say that there is no provocation under the sun that a two year old could possibly do anything to justify that reaction. This person is far more ready to blame a dead toddler over a 100+/- pound dog.


The person also goes on to defend the mother saying it wasn't her fault. They apparently don't see how leaving a two year old with a 100#+/- pit bull is completely irresponsible and that if she was determined to have such an animal in her house that it was her duty to protect her child and ensure that the animal was secured and could never be a threat to her child. After all, two year olds are known to be somewhat unpredictable themselves.

Of course it is her fault. She left a two year old unsupervised with a 100# biting machine. It doesn't matter if the dog had been good for years. Leaving a toddler with any large dog is totally irresponsible. If she was determined to have such an animal in her home, it was her duty to secure the dog and never leave her child alone with it.

Finally, I find it noteworthy that the mother left the house without a scratch. I guess her house is so big that she couldn't hear her child being eviscerated or she was too scared to even try to rescue her child.

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/04/25/todâ¦



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Do I think a 2-year-old could provoke an unstable dog to bite? Yes, certainly. The dog isn't going through some mental checklist of "can this human kill me?" or "what response would best make my point?". The dog is reacting in the moment to a child who *might have* seriously hurt or startled the dog in some way. The injury that killed the child may also be exaggerated by media. That is not to say that it wasn't a serious bite, but one serious bite to the head, neck, or thigh could quickly result in fatal blood loss.

However, that does not mean that the child is "at fault" for the incident. A toddler is impulsive and does not understand safety or the effects of her actions on others. The person/persons to blame for the incident would be whichever ADULTS made the terribly poor decision to leave the dog and the toddler alone together.

All those supposedly cute youtube videos of infants and toddlers mauling the "good old family dog" by chewing his ears, yanking his tail, bopping him with toys, etc. make me cringe. One momentary loss of control on the dog's part and their child may be damaged for life and their beloved dog may be have to be euthanized. Little kids and big dogs can mix, but there must be adult supervision, a safe space away from the child for the dog, and adult guidance so that the child is taught proper behavior around the pet.




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