Baby Seats Recalled for Repair by Bumbo International Due to Fall Hazard
Babies can maneuver out of or fall from Bumbo baby seats. Skull fractures reported.
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Toysmith Recalls Animal Snap Bracelets Due to Laceration Hazard
The metal band can wear through the fabric covering, exposing sharp edges.
The Back-Up Plan: When Childbirth Take an Unexpected Turn
In the days leading up to my first child’s birth, the pain of Braxton-Hicks contractions was only dulled by the reassuring thought of the epidural I planned to get during my actual labor. Imagine my surprise, frustration and horror when 12 hours in, the good man with the drugs told me I couldn’t have […]
Play Yard Safety Standards
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recently approved new Federal mandatory safety standards for play yards. Between November 2007 and December 2011, more than 2,100 incidents involving play yards were reported to the CPSC. These included 60 deaths and 170 injuries. Mandatory requirements for play yards will include: Stability tests to prevent the play yard from tipping […]
Children’s Pajamas Recalled by My Clothes Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
Two types of pajamas with a “PJs by My Clothes” label are being recalled: A long-sleeved nightgown and a long-sleeved shirt and long pants set.
Safe Use of Infant Products…
Safe Use of Infant Products Now that your baby is home, safety will become one of your primary concerns. Every year numerous children’s products are recalled for safety reasons. One of the easiest ways to protect your child from dangerous or defective products is to make sure that you register all your product purchases with […]
A Rockin’ Giveaway!
Do you go beyond the traditional lullabyes for your baby? Does your little one rock out to the Stones, or seem soothed by Adele? Tell us for a chance to win a rock-n-roll lullabye cd! Leave us a comment on our Facebook page with what rockin’ tunes you play for your little one, and you […]
Green Toys Recalls Mini Vehicles Due To Choking Hazard
The toy car’s wheels and hubcaps can loosen and detach. This poses a choking hazard to young children.
Tips for Choosing a Newborn Photographer
Bump and baby photos can make beautiful memories for your family, but organizing a photo shoot during such a hectic time may be a lot to handle. If you are considering taking maternity or newborn photos, you will want to be prepared. Robin Allen, of Robin Allen Photography in Lexington, focuses her work on the […]
“Blossom” Makes Dressing Your Bump Easy
If your maternity clothes often make you feel like you are wearing a circus tent, Rebecca Kent can fix that. Rebecca is owner of Blossom, a maternity and children’s boutique located on Euclid Avenue. The store was formerly Cradle Will Rock, also a children’s boutique. Rebecca bought the location in late 2011 and opened Blossom […]