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Types of Baby Carriers
We have five types of baby carriers in our home that we used with our first child. I really love baby wearing. It made life so much easier, when I could wear my baby everywhere. It also gave me a sense of feeling closer to her as well. Since we decided to practice attachment parenting, baby carrying become a must in our home. I still have a bit of an addiction to baby carriers. I have been trying for weeks to win either a Boba carrier or Ergo carrier! Here are the five types of baby carriers … [Read more...]
When to Wean
With the release of the May 11 Time Magazine breastfeeding cover and the question of when to wean on the forefront of people's minds, the women of Mommy Mindset had a discussion online about weaning: Leila: My daughter and I struggled with nursing so it wasn't a big deal. My son and I... oye. I nursed for 4 months, but due to my work schedule and the pressures at work (I worked at a medically supervised weight loss clinic and couldn't do the program to lose weight until I wasn't nursing any … [Read more...]
Preparing for a New Baby Sibling
This last week, as we have been preparing for the new baby - nesting really - my 4 year old has been having a hard time preparing for a new baby sibling. Questions like, "Why does he have to use my baby bottles?" or "Why do we have to move my plates and cups for his stuff?" are becoming more frequent. She even begged daddy to "wear" her around the house in a baby carrier, which he did for about 20 minutes! My husband and I sat down and discussed ways we can help prepare our four year old even … [Read more...]
Packing the Labor Bag
As we are getting ready for baby number 2, we are washing all the baby gear, putting together the co-sleeper, putting new batteries in the swing and bouncer... so many things to remember. The next thing on my list is packing the labor bag. After visiting numerous sites, I wrote down all the things I need when packing the labor bag. I have two lists - things I need and things I want to bring to the hospital. Labor Bag Essentials: Breastfeeding Gown Slippers/Socks Bathrobe Nursing … [Read more...]
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Couponing
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Couponing includes: Understanding couponing basics Tips on finding and cashing in on coupons Advice on multiple savings offers, money-back coupons, and rewards programs The latest info on deal-of-the-day sites, rebates, and other online coupon options How to best plan and organize coupons The Complete Idiot's Guide to Couponing Review: In 2008, I was staying at home with a new baby, and I realized I missed work. Don't get me wrong, taking care of a … [Read more...]
Preschoolers With iPads and Laptops
Preschoolers with iPads and laptops - what is the right age to start computer education? LaVonne: We bought an iPad for our four year old daughter. We travel 8 months out of the year for work. I also homeschool her. We knew that the iPad would come in handy for not only the mini-van but airplane as well. She has many of her movies on it, and we have even downloaded some PBS cartoons for her. It is also proving to be handy for homeschool. I have found many reasonably priced and free apps that … [Read more...]
