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Featured Photo It’s a Boy for Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon is now a mom of 3!  The actress gave birth to a son, Tennessee James Toth, on Thursday, Sept. 27, writes People Magazine. “Reese Witherspoon and husband Jim Toth welcomed Tennessee James into their family today,” her rep says. “Both mom and baby are healthy and the entire family is thrilled.” The baby is Witherspoon’s first [...]

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Featured Photo Database Reveals Toxic Chemicals Used to Make Toys and Other Products

Starting Monday, you can go online and find out about some of the toxic chemicals being used to make toys and products meant for children. You’ll find chemicals you’ve never heard of, and some that you can’t even pronounce. In response to a new state law, major toy manufacturers are lifting the veil and disclosing [...]

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Featured Photo Vitamin D In Pregnancy & Baby’s Brain Development

Another study suggests higher levels of vitamin D during pregnancy may play an important role in a baby’s future health. In the latest study, Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy has been linked to poorer mental and motor skills in babies. Researchers in Spain measured the level of vitamin D in the blood of almost 2,000 [...]

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Featured Photo Most Parents Still Not Using Child Safety Seats Correctly

Is your child’s car safety seat installed properly? If the answer is “yes” that puts you in the minority — because according to a new report from the General Motors Foundation and Safe Kids Worldwide, 73 percent of car seats are being incorrectly used. Kate Carr, president and CEO of Safe Kids, told WWJ that while great [...]

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Featured Photo Sila Boutique: Trendy Items for You & Your Tot

  By: Nicole Pelletiere If you’re searching for original, yet trendy baby items then Sila Boutique is your one stop shop.  From personalized gifts to bedding and even retro aprons, this site offers the most unique finds that surely ‘cater to the posh tot and their hip Mom’. New Parent loves the ‘Dress Up Burp [...]

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Featured Photo Vanessa Minnilo and Nick Lachey Welcome Baby Boy

Vanessa Minnillo and Nick Lachey have  welcomed their first child together– a boy named Camden John Lachey, they tell Us Weekly: “We are incredibly proud to announce the birth of our beautiful baby boy, Camden John Lachey. Born today at 6:54 pm. He came into this world at 8lbs 9oz and 21 inches. Love has truly been redefined for [...]

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Featured Photo CPSC Urges that ‘Bare is Best’ for Your Baby’s Sleep Environment

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is alerting parents to keep clutter out of their baby’s sleep area, as it could cause life-threatening situations. Thankfully, they’ve provided the public with tips regarding nighttime safety… • Always place baby on back to sleep • Use a crib that meets current CPSC standards • Keep pillows, quilts, comforters and cushions [...]

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Featured Photo Due Date Bags: Not Your Average Diaper Bag

By: Nicole Pelletiere Being a Mom means staying strong in order to handle the hectic pace of everyday life.  In the midst of play dates, spit-ups, nursery school and visits to the park, keeping organized seems impossible at times—especially when it comes to that dreadful diaper bag.  We have all been there before; diapers, wipes, [...]

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Featured Photo How to Keep Your Toddler in Their Own Bed

By: Nicole Pelletiere Ah, the pitter patter of toddler footsteps at 3 am.  The sound is just as familiar as to where those footsteps are going to lead–your bedroom!  If you are feeling like your bed is not big enough for the three of you, rest assured that you are not alone. While it may [...]

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