Preparing your baby’s nursery? Here’s a list of the most useful, yet overlooked items you may want to get your hands on.

Afraid to blow your budget this year? Here are top tips to avoid seasonal spending traps and shop smart during the holidays.

From a CPSC press release: WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) voted unanimously (3-0) to approve a new federal mandatory safety standard to improve the safety of infant swings to prevent injuries and deaths to children. Infant swings are stationary juvenile products with a frame and powered mechanism that enables an infant [...]

On Thursday, millions will tune in via live streams, television or in person to Macy’s 2012 Thanksgiving Day Parade for its 86th annual celebration. Thousands will flood the streets of New York City to see the parade with its marching bands, performers, celebrities, giant helium balloons and ornate floats. The 86th annual parade is a yearly [...]

Babar, the beloved star of the classic children’s brand that has won over generations of families worldwide, is turning 80!  As as a kick-off to his 80th anniversary celebration in the U.S., the iconic elephant character with the instantly recognizable signature green suit and gold crown is packing his trunk for America—and, from appearances at Saks Fifth [...]

By: Nicole Pelletiere Selecting a name for your child can be a challenging task.  Not only must you choose a name that you and your husband both admire, but it must be a name that your little one will be proud to carry for the rest of their life. Luckily Jennifer Moss, author of “The [...]

A Spanish toy company is facing fiery criticism today after releasing Breast Milk Baby on Friday in the U.S. “Breast Milk Baby,” the latest doll from Berjuan Toys, comes with a halter top that has sensors sewn into the nipples. When the doll comes in contact with the sensors, which are covered by petal appliques, it begins [...]

By: Nicole Pelletiere Stumped on preparing your holiday shopping list?  To help parents find the perfect gifts for their kids, Toys “R” Us has provided New Parent with a list of this year’s “must-have” toys for the holiday season.  From active to imaginative play, these items range appropriately for children ages 2 through 4. Good luck and [...]

Preterm births, the largest cause of death for newborns in the U.S., declined to the lowest level in a decade as part of a campaign to reduce the number of early deliveries, a report showed. The number of U.S. babies born before the 37th complete week of pregnancy fell to 11.7 percent in 2011 after [...]