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Top parenting stories this week
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.
A New Approach to Discipline
As parents of two-year-old boys, we've discovered our little guys definitely have minds of their own. A good thing, but when it comes to discipline...well, we've tried it all: asking nicely, promising rewards, begging, threatening–all to no avail. Which is why we're eternally grateful to Honey, I Wrecked the Kids (Wiley, 2009) by psychotherapist and parenting expert Alyson Schafer. If you're at your wits' end, we highly recommend trying the respectful, "democratic parenting" approach Schafer explores in her book. Her tone is light, friendly and accessible and she not only explains the reasons behind the behaviours your family may be struggling with, but gives you all the tools you need to solve the problem–guaranteed to restore harmony and foster healthy family relationships. www.alyson.ca
Original art for kids' rooms
If the walls in your child's room are looking a little bare, Whoobie Fine Art for Kids could be just what you need to brighten things up. Artist Jennifer Elliott paints a pretty picture, creating fun, cheerful art to fit any color palette–from softer-hued "Busy Bees" (shown here) to fun and vibrant "Funky Fish." Each canvas print is stretched over a ¾-inch-deep wood frame and arrives ready to hang. And, since kids love mail, you can also sign up to receive free Whoobie-print postcards that you can frame or just pop on your fridge. Whoobie.com
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Skincare to Prevent Stretch Marks
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Lotion and Tummy Butter for Stretch Marks contain pure cocoa butter, collagen and vitamin E and can be used pre- and post-pregnancy. At six months pregnant, JTFB co-founder Sydney Loney ran out of her regular stretch mark cream and gave Palmer's a try–and she's glad she did. Her old cream was good, but greasy, and it left marks on her maternity clothes. Both Palmer's lotion and tummy butter have a light, silky texture, subtle scent, and sink into your skin instead of your shirt. But do they work? Well...Sydney is nearing the end of her pregnancy with nary a stretch mark in sight! palmersworks.com
Eco-Friendly Baby Bath Tub
Ah, baby bath time. Early on, it can be a bit of an ordeal, which is why momprenneur Brandy Cameron decided to launch Spa Baby Tubs. We love the comfy, European design that keeps baby happy in a natural, upright position–not to mention warm under the water as opposed to lying on her back and exposed to the air. Best of all, Spa Baby Tubs are non-toxic, recyclable, energy efficient and BPA and PVC free. Ideal for newborns to 10 months. spababytubs.com
All-Natural Teething Toys for Babies
We recently added a new "product tester" to the Just the Facts, Baby team (Beckett is now three months old) and so had the perfect opportunity to try the award-winning Ringley Natural Teething Toy. Designed by a momprenneur on maternity leave who wanted a more natural and effective teether, the toy is easy to grab and the different textures are perfect for soothing sore gums, or just plain old chewing. And no need to worry about dyes or harmful chemicals–Ringleys are handmade from untreated maple and 100 percent organic cotton. ringleynaturalteethingtoys.com
