I recently had the opportunity to work with Brian, the owner of Tiles and Smiles. Tiles and Smiles is known for their photographs on tile…a unique way to display your photographs.
Sun and Sunscreen Safety!
Posted by on May 9, 2013 Leave a Comment
The summer heat is approaching…time to slather on sunscreen when out to play. Babies under 6 months should not wear sunscreen and should be kept in the shade as much as possible. If you do need to sunscreen on a baby, use it sparingly. While it is okay to apply sunscreen to babies older then 6 months, use with caution.
Toxic Ingredients In Baby Bath and Body Products
Posted by on April 12, 2013 Leave a Comment
Did you know that 60% of what you put on your skin is absorbed directly into your bloodstream? This means that all those products we are putting on our baby are not necessarily safe and can actually be dangerous to their long term health. Studies show that some ingredients found in personal care products have an adverse affect on the fully developed adult endocrine and nervous systems.
Review of Canvas Press – Your Photograph on Canvas!
Posted by on March 14, 2013 Leave a Comment
Last month I was in the search for the perfect company that could create a beautiful canvas image of the amazing photograph (thanks to Photographer Kramer Chan) I have of my daughter. After a lot of online research (reading reviews), I saw that Canvas Press has received amazing reviews. I contacted them and they graciously offered me a canvas art for review.
Hidden Dangers in Your Child’s Nursery
Posted by on March 13, 2013 Leave a Comment
If you are in the process of getting a nursery together for your baby, check out this fantastic infographic from Healthy Child Healthy World. There are more than 300 toxic chemicals present in a new baby room but with some smart planning, you can make your baby’s room safe.
Help Your Baby Sleep
Posted by on March 5, 2013 Leave a Comment
Every year National Sleep Awareness Week occurs the first week of March. The week ends with Daylight Savings Time, which falls on Sunday, March 10, 2013 this year. This means that we will lose an hour of sleep on Saturday night as we move the clock forward. Unfortunately, many kids/babies do not get the message
Bras2Moms
Posted by on February 18, 2013 Leave a Comment
Located in Vancouver, WA, Bras2Moms is a program that provides gently loved, donated, free nursing bras and tanks to moms who cannot afford them. Founded by Emily Gorchels, Bras2Moms exists so that no mom becomes discouraged with or stops breastfeeding because she cannot afford a nursing bra.
Did you know??
Posted by on January 24, 2013 Leave a Comment
Did you know that due to the The Affordable Care Act (ACA), which was signed into law in 2010, health plans are required to cover breast pumps and lactation consultant appointment. Many health plans began implementing this coverage on or after August 1, 2012.
Don’t Buy These Used!
Posted by on September 14, 2012 Leave a Comment
With the amount of gear and baby essentials that new parents have to buy, many parents are resorting to Craigslist, eBay, garage sales and hand-me-downs instead of buying new items.
Shopping for a Pediatrician
Posted by on May 14, 2012 Leave a Comment
Choosing a medical practitioner for your baby is an important decision to make so taking the time to do your research early will be valuable since you won’t have time after the baby arrives.
For Your Emergency Kit…
Posted by on April 30, 2012 Leave a Comment
Eton Corporation is an eco friendly company that makes eco friendly products. In conjunction with American Red Cross, Eton makes products built for emergency preparedness.
New Booster Seat Law for California
Posted by on January 3, 2012 Leave a Comment
As of January 1, 2012 the new California law for freedom from booster seats is 8 years or 4 feet 9 inches tall (57 inches). This increases the requirements for booster seats from 6 or 60 pounds. California joins 30 other states in the nation that all ready have this tough new law in effect. The
