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Sites You Should Know About

Be Smart. Be Well.
Managing pregnancy risks.

CPR
Where to learn and how to perform CPR on adults and infants

CPSC
Consumer Products Safety Commission

The Cradle
Adoption agency

Crib Safety
Safe sleep education, including a repository of information concerning recalled cribs.

FAA
Information on approved airline restraints, such as car seats

Home Safety Council
Tips on keeping your home safe

Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association
Home safety, product reviews, and recall information

La Leche League
Information and support on breastfeeding

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Technical information on child safety seats

Recalls
A "one stop shop" for U.S. Government recalls.

Red Cross Chicago
Babysitting, first aide and other safety information

Seatcheck
A list of more than 3,700 car seat inspection stations.

TSA
Air travel tips regarding screening process for children and bringing formula or breastmilk on board

 

Resources

Banana Rocks Cookies

This is an easy drop cookie with no flour or eggs or sugar. The only sweetener in it is mashed bananas, but a drizzle of honey over the top of the cookies once they’re out of the oven really makes them delicious. Banana Rocks Cookies Recipe

Sweet Potato Fries
When they're made like this, fries are delicious and good for you! Try 'em here.

Common Feeding Mistakes

Whether we are aware of it or not, we help shape the eating habits of our children. Click here for some positive options.

Recipe

Try this delicious recipe for a Puree of Sweet Potato and Coconut Milk Click here!

Sun Protection for Baby
Did you know that a baby can get sunburned in as little as 10 to 15 minutes, even on a cloudy day? Read more on how to protect Baby's delicate skin.

Car Seats & the AAP
In a new policy published in the April 2011 issue of Pediatrics (published online March 21), the AAP advises parents to keep their toddlers in rear-facing car seats until age 2, or until they reach the maximum height and weight for their seat. It also advises that most children will need to ride in a belt-positioning booster seat until they have reached 4 feet 9 inches tall and are between 8 and 12 years of age.

Virtual Nursery Planner
Now you can "build before you buy" with this FREE tool! Plan your baby's nursery or child's room using our pre-built templates or customize a room to your own dimensions. Either way, it's quick and easy! Just enter your dimensions, then drag and drop furniture and other items into place.

Stroller Safety
Stroller safety is as much about you and your child as it is about the equipment. To help avoid tragic accidents, here are 10 tips to keep in mind when using your stroller.

Booster Car Seats
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has issued a Status Report covering child car seats, focusing on booster seats. This is an important read for all parents and care givers. You might be surprised by what you learn! PDF

When Baby Makes Four
In the long run, having a younger brother or sister will likely be a special addition to your older child’s life, but there’s a chance they might not agree at first. Find out how to make this next step easier for everyone. PDF

Buying A Playard
Learn from our experts on how to buy a playard. PDF

Baby Sitter Checklist
Prepare your babysitters with the information they'll need to keep baby safe and happy. PDF

Nursery Checklist
A list of everything you need to set up your nursery. PDF

Traveling With Baby
A short tutorial on how to prepare for traveling with your child. PDF

Wipes Recipes
Make your own baby wipes solution with these three different recipes. PDF