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GM unveils new feature to prevent child deaths in hot cars
Parents think they would never forget their children, yet in a world filled with distractions, they sometimes do, and with tragic results. General Motors (GM) is introducing a new feature on the 2017 GMC Acadia to help prevent such tragedies. Much like a seat belt reminder, a warning tone will sound and a reminder [...]
Safe Sleep for Babies – by AAP & CPSC
The safest place for a baby to sleep is in a safe crib. A safe crib is one that meets CPSC’s strong federal safety standards. This includes a clutter-free crib - meaning no pillows, heavy quilts, thick blankets, pillow-like stuffed toys or other large stuffed toys and no child carrying devices, recliners or sleep positioners.
Baby Products – What to look out for
When it comes to buying baby products, it's easy to become overwhelmed by the variety and sheer number of choices available. Fortunately, with just a little bit of homework, you can stay top. Here’s a handy list of things you should look out for.
Swaddling and SIDS: About that alarming study …
Swaddling, the art of snugly wrapping an infant in a garment for warmth and security, is a go-to for sleep-deprived parents the world over. Baby expert upon sleep guru upon wise grandma will recommend it. It's the first of the storied "5 S's" in the "Happiest Baby" method, parenting guru Harvey Karp's technique for [...]
A Crib or a Playard or Both?
There are no hard and fast rules as to what you should buy for your baby. The only real rule applies to safety standards. Whatever choices you make, however, never, compromise on safety. Make sure that the product you buy adheres to the standards set forth by the appropriate regulatory authorities - both federal and state.
Baby Sleep – 5 Must-haves
Babies sleep for upto 16 hours a day. So how come, a new mom may well ask, does it feel like they never sleep? The problem is that babies don't sleep on demand, don't have a fixed pattern and rarely sleep for more than 2-4 hours at a time. Luckily, there are several products out there that can help you and your little one get some decent shut-eye.