January 07, 2022 | by: Cara Terreri
Welcome to a new series called "Buy Better Baby Gear" (BBBG) where we share tips on what to look for when purchasing essential (or at least, very helpful) infant/newborn/baby products. Today we're looking at baby blankets. This is one of those items that nearly everyone receives too many of as gifts. But most people soon find in the first few months of baby's life that not all blankets are created equal as the favorites emerge. Wouldn't it be great to be able to purchase or register for blankets you know you'll likely* love? *Likely, because you never truly know until you're in the thick of it.
Tips for Choosing Baby Blankets
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September 30, 2020 | by: Cara Terreri
September is baby safety month, an event sponsored yearly by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA). The JPMA is the voice of the industry on quality and safety for baby and children's products. There is a lot to know about keeping your baby safe, much of which is learned as your child grows. If you are pregnant or have just given birth, it's important to focus on the most critical safety issues for the newborn stage. According the JPMA, those issues are:
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September 28, 2020 | by: Cara Terreri
If you're wondering about ways you can be more earth-friendly, you're not alone. Pregnant or not, people all over the world are concerned about the environment and are taking steps to to make changes, both big and small. Pregnancy creates a unique time in a person's overall life when it comes to materials and resources used. By making a few intentional changes, you can contribute to positive changes for our environment.
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July 10, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri
The 2019 Chicago Baby Show, August 24-25 at Navy Pier, is the largest show for new and expectant parents in the country. No other event offers a broader range of brands, education, buying opportunities, and activities. This is a must-attend event if you are planning, expecting, or recently had a child!
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September 13, 2018 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
The 2018 LA Baby Show will once again be the largest show for new and expectant parents in the country. No other event offers a broader range of brands, education, buying opportunities, and activities. This is a must-attend event if you are planning, expecting or recently
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