Parenting Tips for the New Mom

Please go to the link below to make sure that the crib you have for your baby is safe!

Crib Safety

From the Desk of Ceci Davis

I urge you to check out the latest product recalls for the past month.

You can review a partial list on the right hand side of this blog. And you can click the orange icon for a complete list and other valuable information.

Be vigilant…things change frequently and new information is uncovered daily.

If you have not yet received your free baby sleep tips, just click above.

There is nothing more frustrating than hearing your baby cry and cry. You know your baby wants help of some sort.

How do you know what your baby needs?

Just click this link to find out

Baby cries for help

This is a wonderful gift for a mom-to-be or the first time mom.

Disclosure

Health Coverage Plans

A new bill signed into law by President Obama makes millions of children eligible to receive health insurance.

If your kids do not have health insurance, they are likely to be eligible, even if you are working and even if you have applied in the past and been turned down.

Your state (and every state) has its own program, with its own eligibility rules, but in many states, uninsured children 18 years old and younger, whose families earn up to $44,500 a year (for a family of four) are eligible for free or low-cost health insurance that pays for

Doctor visits, Dental care, Prescription medicines, Hospitalizations and much more.

Just click on the link below.

HEALTH INSURANCE

If you are in the market for a Nanny, take a look at this book for some helpful information.

Product Description

Hiring a nanny-and getting along with her afterward-may be one of the most important things that parents do, yet many of us approach the whole business with fear and trembling, or at least a lot of questions. Even parents who may manage dozens of employees at work can be at a loss when it comes to dealing with the person who will be looking after their children.

Nanny, au pair, caregiver-no matter the term, the thorny issues remain the same:

-How do you find someone you like and trust?
-Should you invite the nanny to Thanksgiving dinner?
-When should you raise her fee-and by how much?
-What should you do when the au pair is a flirt?
-How do you sort out the laundry and other chores?
-Nanny surveillance-should you spy?

The Nanny Book provides real, down-to-earth solutions for almost every conceivable issue or problem. Filled with advice gleaned through interviews with families and nannies, this book will turn parents into their own experts. Other books focus almost exclusively on hiring a caregiver. The Nanny Book  is the only guide that gives smart, parent-tested solutions to those sticky situations that can make or break the relationship.

Parenting Advice

From the Desk of Ceci Davis

If you have hired a nanny to take care of your child, you do not want to take a chance that all is at it should be. Be diligent, keep an eye on things at home.

Product Description

From the Manufacturer
Discreetly monitor your home or business.
Discreetly monitor your home and business with the Logitech Spy Video Security Master System, a revolutionary video

security system you can install in 15 minutes.

Your spy camera is a fully functional digital clock.

* Fits in with home or office decor
* Easy to use command center software
* Email and cell phone alerts
* Motion-based recording
* No network required
* Remote viewing by PC and phone or PDA

Parenting

Featuring Baby’s Bathroom Safety Products

Here are are some of my favorite items.

Product Description
The Safety 1st Kirby Inflatable Tub is perfect for baby when they have outgrown the infant tub. The soft inflatable material not only comforts your baby, but it also helps to keep them from not slipping. This hangs on the wall for easy drip dry and storage. The soft material comforts your baby.

Product Description
The Sure Comfort tub is perfect for your growing baby. Because of the deep design, it holds your baby better in both single and double sinks. Made with mildew resistant pads, this tub even includes a special drain plug that changes color if the water gets too hot.

Product Description
ProGrade Push-Button Toilet Lock Sleek design does not detract from home decor SecureTechTM visual locking indicator Easy to mount adhesive backing.

New Feature

I have just added a new feature to this blog on the right hand sidebar. This will be updated with information about recalled toys as well as clothing for young children.

Take a look on the right side and click on any product for more information.

Most parents like to keep a record of their baby’s statistics. Click below for a baby diary to help you that.

Baby Diary

Product

Product Description

Five special and highly effective white noise sounds used to calm babies quickly and to add 1-3 hours to a baby’s sleep.

Track Listings
1. Fast & Vigorous - this “strange” sound gets a crying baby’s attention (10minutes) 
2. Moderate - gradually guides your fussy babyto calm (10 minutes) 
3. Mellow - rhythmic womb sounds you can use all night (17 minutes) 
4. Hair Drier - perfect for frantic babies or light sleepers (17 minutes) 
5. Rain on the roof - peaceful and soothing (17 minutes) 

About the Artist
Harvey Karp, MD, FAAP, is a nationally renowned pediatrician and child development specialist and the creator of the bestselling DVDs/books The Happiest Baby on the Block and The Happiest Toddler on the Block. He has appeared numerous times on Good Morning America, The View, Dr. Phil, ABC ‘World News Tonight,’ CNN, and his work has been featured by the Associated Press, NY Times, People Magazine, USA Today, Time, Newsweek, Parenting and many other national magazines. An assistant professor of pediatrics at UCLA School of Medicine, Dr. Karp is also a nationally renowned expert on children’s health and the environment and an authority on breastfeeding.