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From baby toys and cool threads to store openings and things to do with your little one. We cover the new, the old favourites and the best-kept secrets for everything baby.
Organic Shopping Cart Covers
We have to admit, this year’s H1N1 scare turned us into Germaphobes. And although we can’t control everything that goes into our babies’ mouths, we have found a way to make grocery shopping a little cleaner. Canadian Cozy’s eco-friendly bamboo shopping covers are as stylish as they are practical. You can secure the cart cozy to a shopping cart seat with one hand and side pockets are great for storing snacks and toys to entertain your tot while you shop. Best of all, the oversized design keeps your baby comfy and germ-free throughout any shopping excursion.
Baby Food Cooking Classes on DVD
If you want to try your hand at homemade baby food but aren’t sure where to start, just pop a Mommy Chef dvd into your machine and press “play.” You can enjoy a baby food cooking class from the comfort of your couch. Lianne Phillipson-Webb, founder of Sprout Right nutrition and Mommy Chef cooking classes, guides you through the art of prepping and storing homemade purees in her First Foods dvd and, for foodies ages nine to twelve months, teaches you all about making textured and finger foods in The Next Stage dvd. In addition to recipes, both dvds include info on topics such as infant nutrition and addressing allergies, and come complete with handy recipe cards for future reference. sproutright.com
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
We switched to earth-friendly cleaning products when our kids were born and love the Canadian brand, Attitude. (From window cleaners to laundry detergent, Attitude products are certified eco-friendly and carbon neutral.) So, when we discovered three new Attitude products, we just had to try them. Attitude’s new phosphate-free automatic dishwasher detergent is not only vegan, biodegradable and free of dyes and artificial fragrances, but it doesn’t leave a film like other green detergents we’ve tried. We also loved the antibacterial disinfectant for surfaces that need a little extra oomph (like the kitchen sink). It may be tough, but it’s still biodegradable, non-carcinogenic and chlorine-free. Cleanattitude.com
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Perfect your Parenting Skills
Ah, the terrible twos. Tired of conflict with our boys, we picked up a copy of Connected Parenting by child and family therapist Jennifer Kolari–and we’re so glad we did. Kolari’s approach focuses on strengthening the relationship between parent and child through empathy and understanding–and it works. Even in mid-meltdown, our boys responded to her mirroring technique and, suddenly, crisis averted. Written in a friendly, accessible way complete with how to handle some of the toughest situations (from food issues to fights at bedtime), Kolari’s book showed us new ways to set boundaries, avoid tantrums and generally get along better with our little guys. Connectedparenting.ca
Look Cool in a Nursing Cover
Now that both of us are nursing again at Just the Facts, Baby, we remember what it's like to want to be out there–without actually being "out there," if you know what we mean. Thanks to Small Potatoes Nursing Covers, new moms like us have the freedom to head out on the town without worrying about baring all during a breastfeeding session. Lightweight, stylish and versatile (you can choose which side you want the adjustable neck strap clasp to be on, whether you're left- or right-handed), these 100-percent cotton nursing covers even have a terry cloth corner for quick cleanups. There's also a stiff upper hem so you can keep an eye on your baby while she nurses. Check out all the gorgeous prints (and other great mom and baby gear) at small-potatoes.ca.
