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Read our latest picks for new parents!
by Jenna McCarthy |
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all-in-one go gear
Your baby is lightweight and portable - shouldn't his gear be, too?
Traveling with a newborn would be simple if you could bring along all of the comforts of home. Now you can.
The Combi Travel Solutions Play Yard is a bassinet, changing table, and activity center all rolled into
two portable, affordable units (sold together). Attach the bassinet to the inside of the play yard, or snap it
into the separate pedestal stand and set it to rock, roll, or remain stationary. (This alternative comes in
especially handy if you have two children.) A diaper changing station also connects to the side of the play
yard, and flips back and out of the way quickly and easily. The whole setup comes in two muted color
palettes-gray or natural tan gingham-that blend inconspicuously with most décor schemes. for all
of the components (including carrying bag).
$149.99; combi-intl.com.
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keeping tabs on baby hands-free
Don't let a sleeping baby slow you down. Keep tabs on him - hands-free.
It's convenient-and comforting-to be able to monitor baby when she's napping.
That is, unless you're stuck carrying around a toaster-sized receiver. The Safety
1st AnyWear Compact Monitor gives you the ultimate in mobility with a lightweight
receiver you can either strap onto your arm or clip to your clothing. Great for
active moms and dads, the AnyWear offers hands-free convenience and more: The
parent unit can be located by paging from the baby's unit (a luxury you won't
appreciate until the first time you can't find the receiver), and a vibration
setting allows you to keep tabs on your baby even in the noisiest of settings.
The only drawback? Now you have no excuse for not getting on the treadmill.
$39.99; safety1st.com.
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travel-in-style stroller
The only thing more chic than having a baby these days is chauffeuring him about
in a pram-style stroller.
The redesigned Graco CoachRider comes packed with
updated features that make it perfect for style-conscious parents and still
offers all the original amenities that make it appealing to practical ones. The
reversible carriage can be positioned so that baby faces toward or away from you,
and the five-position reclining seat can be laid fully flat for naps on-the-go.
Swiveling front wheels make navigating crowds a breeze, and an extra-large
storage basket means there's room for all the necessary gear. The whole thing
folds easily with one hand and locks for storage.
Sold alone ($149.99), or as
part of a complete travel system ($249.99) with the top-rated Graco Snug-Ride
infant car seat; gracobaby.com
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