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It’s funny that it’s called “Mother’s Day,” when we know the challenges, and the rewards of being a Mom happen year round.  If it was your first year being a Mom, you know that it’s been both thrilling and exhausting. No one and nothing prepared you for how dramatically life would change. When you wake up, bleary-eyed and unable to remember the last time you showered, it hits you: you have a lot more responsibility than you ever...

By: Tara Weng Having a family can seem like a financial free-for-all, even the little things like what to pay a babysitter and how much is a tooth really worth can become a challenge. So what is the going rate these days for certain family extras?  Stay-at-home dad and blogger Glen Craig says he shoots for the $20 rule for things like birthday party gifts. “I think birthday gifts tend to be around $20 by me. If you want to get technical,...

The continuous loop of the Original Teethease Bangles is perfect for older teethers; they can hold them in their hands or the bangles can be attached to a toy strap. Colours match the Original Pendant Necklace and the bangles are simple to throw on during a morning routine or while running out the door. www.MyTeethease.com

It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been home with your infant, leaving your baby for the first time can be a difficult transition. When choosing child care, it is important to determine what works for you and your child. Start by doing some research far in advance to see what your available options are. Talk to other moms in your neighbourhood and call your local child care resource centre. Depending on your choice, there may be a waiting...

Little D's Stretchy Wrap Baby Carriers are handmade in Toronto, Canada, using soft, antibacterial, hypoallergenic, eco-friendly bamboo fabrics.  Wear your baby in style with one of our signature carriers which feature clever t-shirts style 'baby wearing' slogans. Little D's are comfortable and easy to tie for front and hip carrying by either Mom or Dad. Our carriers can easily be stored in a diaper bag, a dresser drawer or on a hook by the...

Sleep: and the lack thereof.  I didn’t really believe that I would be as tired as everyone said I would.  In fact, during the first week, I felt great – managing my night feedings and my baby’s desire not to sleep when everyone else was.  I was on a high all the while thinking that I was going to be the exception when it came to being tired. Then it hit me.  And it’s still hitting me all these years later. Do we ever catch up? I...

Tiny TOMS shoes now give kids the opportunity to help other kids in need. Teach your children the power of giving. With every pair purchased, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. Fuzzy Grip (hookand-loop) closure for easy entry, TOMS classic suede insole with cushion for comfort and durable cupsole for flexibility and protection. www.toms.com

Executive Producer Ricki Lake and Filmmaker Abby Epstein present an online screening of Explore Your Options: Doulas, Birth Centers and C-Sections from their highly influential four-part DVD series More Business of Being Born on Monday, May 7th at 5:00 p.m. EDT/8:00 p.m. PDT on OhBabyMagazine.com.  Lake, Epstein and special guests from the film will host a live Q&A chat following the film beginning at 6:30 p.m. EDT/ 9:30 p.m. PDT. Viewers...

More and more parents are turning to "Baby Led" approach to weaning and introducing solid foods to baby. Many parents choose to offer their babies food that is puréed while others prefer to jump straight into "table foods". Introducing solids to your baby using table foods rather than purees is what Baby Led Weaning is all about. What is a good age for Baby Led Weaning? Babies should be at least six months of age if you wish to use the...

Newborns. I had four babies in four years. I loved the newborn phase, once I figured it out that is. And that’s what this story is about: figuring it out, without going nuts. Fact: All the new parent clichés are true and despite the fact that babies are born every minute of every day – it remains a unique experience every single time. Nothing can really prepare us for the moment when we are told that we can take our “new” baby...

Wee Dreams™ Trendz Collection Sleep Sacks are the ultimate in softness and breathability. The Trendz collection combines rich colour and clean design all with a splash of playful sophistication. Inspired by natural landscapes and modern interior design our sleep sacks are perfect for a full night’s rest...in style! www.weeurban.com

As a new mom, you want to run out and buy everything for your kids. Sometimes the products don’t do what they advertise, and most of the time you get frustrated for spending your money on something that doesn’t work. That’s what Sharon Vinderine was feeling four years ago when she decided to start Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA). “I wanted to create a seal of approval to differentiate the good from the bad, and the products that...