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Amazon Must-Haves For Your July 4th Celebrations
As July 4th approaches, it's time to start planning your Independence Day festivities! Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, enjoying a day at the beach, or watching fireworks with friends and family, having the right items can make your celebration even more memorable. Here are some must-have items from Amazon that will ensure your July…
What Is the Purpose of a Bassinet?
Bassinets appear on many baby registries and must-have lists, but you may wonder whether you need one for your new baby and why. Baby bassinets provide a place for young infants, typically those younger than 4 months, to sleep or rest. A thin, firm mattress provides a sleeping space. Choose a bassinet that meets your needs for portability, size and functionality.
Dream on Me Recalls Drop-Side Cribs
Dream on Me is recalling about 22,000 full size and portable drop-side cribs. Full-size cribs: The drop-side rail hardware can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler’s body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib.
Health Insurance & Pregnancy
The birth of a child is expensive. Without insurance, an uncomplicated birth can cost between $9,000 and $25,000, as of 2008. If there are additional complications, the costs can rise much higher. If you’re pregnant, health insurance is a must–it will take care of the bulk of these costs in most cases. However, you still have options if you are pregnant without health insurance.
TheTwo Best Portable Cribs For Traveling Mamas
Confession: I run a travel website, and even I find the thought of hitting the road with my ever-curious toddler, well, daunting. Lucky for me, my job affords me the chance to put all sorts of purported Sanity-Saving devices to the test. Here are my two picks for soothing those tykes to sleep: The Gold Standard