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The busy parent’s guide to weekday meals

Hectic can be an understatement when it comes to describing a day in the life of a parent. These simple tips can save time and energy when preparing meals. 1. Get in the habit of meal planning. Planning a weekly menu can save a huge amount of time and stress. It streamlines the whole process. 2. Embrace convenience. Takeout is great, but there are even better options. With Applebee’s Carside To Go(R) pickup you simply place an order online then pull into a designated parking spot and a team member will bring your food out to you. 3. Don’t try …

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5 ways to care for and comfort your sick child

A big part of a parent’s job is making sure your children feel better. Blogger Emily Schuman offers some of the best remedies to help care for your little one when they’re sick. 1. Sleep is great medicine Sleep is a crucial step in combating coughs and colds. Prioritize naps and early bedtimes. You might even think of giving them more cuddles! 2. Reduce their coughing For over 100 years, moms have used Vicks VapoRub as a safe, effective cough remedy for children ages 2 and up. When applied on the chest or throat, the medicated vapors help quiet the …

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Oh, baby! 5 unexpected (but common) symptoms experienced during pregnancy

Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life, filled with countless physical, emotional and lifestyle changes. Pregnant women often do research, read books or consult friends and family to determine what to expect during those nine months and how to best combat the symptoms that may arise. While issues like morning sickness and cravings are to be expected, there are several uncomfortable, but common, effects soon-to-be moms may be less likely to anticipate. “A woman is going to experience numerous changes to her body during pregnancy,” says Dr. Alyssa Dweck, an OB-GYN, author and expert on women’s health. “Although …

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Tranquilo Mat soothes baby anywhere with gentle vibration

The Tranquilo Mat provides the comfort of vibrations with white noise that offer the reassurance of the womb. The mat’s vibrations activate the baby’s calming response by mimicking what is experienced in the womb. The mat is easy to use during naps or bedtime, as well as during mid-day meltdowns; it is also especially good for colicky babies. While the large mat provides hands-free soothing when placed under a baby on top of a mattress, hard surface, or activity gym, the small mat is portable and can be used with a car seat, placed over the baby’s lap after the …

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Baby Bee Hummingbirds offers kits for preserving memories

Baby Bee Hummingbirds, founded in by Amy McGlade, began as a way to mix her two skills: midwifery and art. Today the company offers do-it-yourself kits so that mothers can preserve their breast milk or a baby’s hair in a crystal pendant, earring, or ring. “Each & every piece of breast milk and keepsake jewelry is a truly unique and individual creation of wearable art,” says McGlade. The Australia-based company is offering kits to the United States market. According to the company breast milk (5 ml) is preserved with its 100% natural and organic elements. Once preserved the breast milk …

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Copper Pearl Offers Custom Baby Accessories

  Copper Pearl creates custom and unique baby accessories that are both trendy and fashion-forward. We stand behind each of the products in our collection, delivering the highest quality fabrics and designs with a 100% money back guarantee. Copper Pearl Baby Bandana Bibs are stylish drool bibs made of 100% absorbent cotton on the front and 100% polyester fleece on the back, keeping even the drooliest of babies completely dry. Each of our bandana bibs is adjustable in size to fit newborns and toddlers ranging from 3-36 months. Copper Pearl Multi-use Covers are a versatile 3-in-1 product, designed to provide …

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Sound Machine lulls babies to sleep

New from Big Red Rooster is the Baby Sound Machine that offers six sounds including the ocean, lullabies, heartbeat, or white noise to ease a baby from awake to asleep. Brian Johnson, the founder of Big Red Rooster, says that “babies fall asleep easier, sleep better, and wake up refreshed.” The manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the small white machine is $24.99. The machine measures fit in a suitcase for a trip to Grandma’s house or a week at the beach. Caregivers can select one of six sounds, allowing baby to be accustomed to one sound or try a different …

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