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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…

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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