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2008 Baby Newsletters
We know how busy all you moms out there are and that is why we have created our baby newsletter. We want to share our secrets with you about baby topics, baby products, and baby ideas. Each month we will share our in our baby thoughts newsletter some tips, recipes and much more with parents and families. _______________________________ Baby Thoughts: June Newsletter Promotion - win a free bumGenius diaper sprayer Monthly Tip -stripping cloth diapers Recipe -homemade baby food tips Featured Product -wipes cubes Recalls -cribs, crib mattress, bottle warmer ********************************************************** Promotion: Win a bumGenius Diaper Sprayer All orders & purchases placed with MyBabyFirst.com between June 15th and July 15th 2008 will qualify for a chance to win a free bumGenius diaper sprayer. ($40 value). Winner will be selected on July 15th. ***Remember, always free shipping for orders over $99.00*** ********************************************************** Monthly Tip: Stripping Cloth Diapers Have your diapers become water repellent? Sometime after a few uses diapers will develop a build-up and will need to be "stripped". What causes diaper repelling problems? 1. HE (high efficiency) washing machines that use small amounts of water. 2. Using warm water instead of hot water, hot water is required to properly sanitze diapers. 3. Adding diapers to the wash that havent been rinsed of the poo. 4. Residual diaper creams & lotions are left on the diapers. 5. Scented oils used in diaper pails and wetbags will stick to the diapers. 6. Using not enough detergent to properly clean the diapers. 7. Using too much detergent will leave a water repellent coating on the diapers. 8. Using soap to clean diapers will eventually build up on the diapers, detergent is recommended. ********************************************************** Recipe: Homemade baby food tips & hints Simple ice cube trays work well for freezing baby food • Do use ice cube trays to freeze puréed foods. Each cube should be about one ounce. Once frozen, pop out the cubes, store in a sealed plastic bag, and use within two months. • Do discard unfinished meals. Bacteria forms quickly. • Do introduce new foods at the rate of one per week, so you can pinpoint any allergies. • Do make sure your child has accepted most vegetables and fruits before trying any meats. • Do steam or microwave vegetables and fruits to retain a s much vitamins and minerals as possible, as opposed to boiling. • Do use as thinners: water left from steaming, breast milk, formula, cow's milk, yogurt, broth, or apple juice. • Do use as thickeners: wheat germ, whole-grain cereal, cottage cheese, farmer cheese, cooked egg yolks, yogurt, mashed white or sweet potato. *Recipe obtained from homecooking.about.com ********************************************************** Featured Product: Wipes Cubes The Resuable Wipes Solution! These are the fast, frugal and fuss-free way to make wipes solution for your reusable wipes for your baby! Simply dissolve one cube in 500ml (2 cups) of warm water and pour over your wipes, or bottle it and use as needed. Made with natural, gentle ingredients, they’re kind to your baby’s delicate skin and kind to the environment. Each jar makes at least 25 litres of wipes solution! For even greater savings, buy in bulk – The large jar will make over 50 litres of solution! Save your jar and simply refill with our refill packs! When it's time to discard, your jar is ready to be recycled! ********************************************************** Recalls - May 2008  The Children’s Place Recalls Camouflage Pajama Sets Due to Excessive Lead Simmons Kids Recalls Crib Mattresses Due to Entrapment Hazard Bassettbaby Cribs Recalled Due to Entrapment Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Babies "R" Us Baby Bottle and Food Warmers Recalled by Munchkin Due to Fire Hazard********************************************************** Wishing you a healthy & Happy June with your Babies! ___________________________________________________Baby Thoughts: May NewsletterHappy Mothers Day Mommas! Enjoy this very special day with your babies and other children. Family time is so important, cherish these special moments. Promotion - Win a 3 pack of Glass Baby Bottles Monthly Tip -Teething Signs Recipe -Fruity Breakfast (age 6mo +) Featured Product - Recalls -baby carrier, baby outfit ********************************************************** Promotion: Win Glass BottlesWin a 3 pack of Evenflo Glass Baby Bottles! Every purchase you make through May 31st will enter you into a drawing. One winner will be chosen at the end of the month. ********************************************************** Monthly Tip: Teething Signs How do you know when your child is teething? Babies begin teething between the ages of 3 months and one year old. Signs include drooling, wakefulness, crankiness, crying, biting, chewing and tender gums. Other signs may include refusing food and not wanting to drink milk. There may even be a small rash around the mouth from saliva caused by extra drooling. What To Look For In Teething Gums Teething gums may appear swollen and red. They may have little white dots on them, or you may see small openings where a tooth will appear in a few days. When babies teeth, they drool lots and end up swallowing all the extra saliva, this may cause loose stools. If your baby has a fever or excessive diarrhea it is likely to be an entirely different condition and you should always consult your doctor immediately. ********************************************************** Recipe: Fruity BreakfastInfant Finger Food Recipe- Fruity Breakfast for babies 6months and older 1/2 small banana 2tbsp plain yogurt 1-2tbsp fresh, ripe peach, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces 1-2tbsp baby porridge/oatmeal (or regular oats ground in a food processor) Mash the yogurt and banana together until well blended. Add the peach cubes and stir well, until the cubes are coated. Roll the cubes in the oatmeal flakes to make them easy for baby to pick up, then serve! *Recipe obtained from homemade-baby-food-recipes.com ********************************************************** Featured Product: Baby Sling Carrier The water solarveil slings can be used in the shower, pool or at the beach. The mesh does not absorb water so you can still adjust your sling and not get weighed down. Light-weight fabric dries quickly. Can be used in or out of the water. Light-weight, breathable, open knit weave blocks 70-80% of the harmful UVA/UVB sun rays. They are unpadded for ease of use and maximum versatility.
Wear your newborn or toddler in a variety of positions from newborn to 35 pounds. Open tail for discreet breastfeeding and cover from the sun! Sturdy 3-inch rings for smoother tightening and loosening of the tail Strong, stainless steel rings Unique fold so the fabric can spread over your shoulder & back Generous width to completely cover your baby in the sling Sling can be worn on either shoulder carry newborns through toddlers up to 35 pounds manufactured in Arizona using fair trade practices Recalls -April 2008 Infant Santa Outfits Recalled by Avon Products Due to Choking Hazard; Sold in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands Beco Baby Carrier Recalls “Beco Butterfly” Infant Carriers ********************************************************** Baby Thoughts: April Newsletter Spring is here, time to break out the strollers and get some fresh air! Enjoy the warmer weather with your families and babies! Promotion - Win a Happy Heinys Diaper Monthly Tip - When can baby drink water? Recipe - Avocado Featured Product - Happy Heinys One Size Pocket Diaper Recalls -slings & toys ********************************************************** Promotion: Free Cloth Diaper Win a free Happy Heinys One Size Diaper with insert! Every purchase you make through April 30th will enter you into a drawing. You will get your choice of color! One winner will be chosen at the end of the month.  ********************************************************** Monthly Tip: When can baby drink water?  You can give cooled, boiled water to a baby from birth. Breastfed babies do not need water as the foremilk, which they receive at the beginning of every feed, acts as a drink and the hindmilk as food. Bottle-fed babies do need a drink as formula milk is just a feed and not a drink. Offer bottle-fed babies water in between feeds, especially during hot weather. Information provided by Debbie Honer, babyworld health visitor ********************************************************** Recipe: Avocado  Avocado makes a great first food for baby due to it's texture and creaminess as well as it's high nutrient content. A wonderful "good fat" food for baby's brain and physical development, try an avocado as baby's first food instead of refined cereals! "Sodium- and cholesterol- free, avocados contain valuable nutrients including 8% of the recommended Daily Value (DV) for folate; 4% DV for fiber and potassium, 4% DV for vitamin E; and 2% DV for iron. A serving of avocado also contains 81 micrograms of the carotenoid lutein and 19 micrograms of beta-carotene. Per serving, avocados have 3.5 grams of unsaturated fats, which are known to be important for normal growth and development of the central nervous system and brain. " Avocado Fruit Salad 3 or 4 ripe avocados 3 or 4 ripe bananas 3 or 4 Pears (steamed) A couple of dollops Yogurt (for 8 months +) Directions: Peel, deseed and slice fruits as needed Place in a blender or food processor and puree until desired texture is achieved Add a couple of dollops of Yogurt if desired *Use diced fruits as a Baby Finger Food snack for older infants and toddlers - drizzle the Plain Yogurt over the fruits A Few Foods Good to Mix With Avocado: Bananas Pears Apples Summer Squash - Zucchini, Yellow (Crooked Neck) Chicken Yogurt *Recipe obtained from wholesomebabyfood.com ********************************************************** Featured Product: Happy Heinys We are excited to now carry the Happy Heinys line of cloth diapers! This month we bring you the Happy Heinys One Size Pocket Diaper 
********************************************************** Recalls -March 2008 Baby Thoughts: March Newsletter Happy St. Patricks Day Moms & Dads! We hope you are all having a great start to 2008 with your families and babies! Free Shipping - Orders above $99 Monthly Tip - Baby Eczema Recipe - Butternut squash & pear Featured Product - bumGenius One Size 3.0 Recalls -Cribs **********************************************************  MyBabyFirst.com now offers free shipping for all orders above $99.00. We know how important saving money is for you and your families and we are glad to help. ********************************************************** Monthly Tip: Baby Eczema A skin rash that often appears in the first year of life. Dry irritated baby skin that can be provoked by allergens in your baby's environment or diet. What might help Baby Eczema? can find at your local pharmacy. If you are looking for a more natural solution without chemicals go to the grocery store, purchase some organic oats. Place them in a small mesh bag or an old nylon sock will also work. Swish the bag/sock in the bath with baby. It is very soothing for them an is excellent for their skin. Lathar baby with Chamomile cream daily. Always consult your pediatrician first to discuss symptons and treatments for your baby. Consider other organic baby skincare products to sooth your baby's skin. ****************************************************** Recipe: Butternut squash & pear Butternut squash provides an excellent source of beta-carotene. The sweet flavor of squash is usually liked by most babies and it mixes well with lots of different fruits. 1 lg butternut squash (peeled, seeded, & chopped) 1 juicy pear (peeled, cored, & chopped) How to prepare- Steam squash for 12 minutes. Add pear and steam for 3 more minutes. Puree with 2 tbs of cooking water. *Recipe obtained from Superfoods by Annabel Karmel ************************************************************** Featured Product: bumGenius 3.0 We are excited to now carry the bumGenius line of cloth diapers! bumGenius cloth diapers are as easy to use as disposables. Your babysitter and grand- parents will be happy to use them, even your daycare will be happy about these cloth diapers.  
**************************************************** Recalls -February 2008 _________________________________ Baby Thoughts: February Newsletter Happy Valentine's Day Moms & Dads! We hope you are all having fun planning the special day with your families and babies! Chamomile Creams and oat bathsMonthly Tip - Baby Bath Tub Temperature Recipe - Papaya Featured Product - Thirsties Pocket Diaper AIO (all-in-one) Recalls - Crib Toys, Teethers, Pacifier ************************************ Monthly Tip: Baby Bath Tub Temperature  Always check water temperature before placing your baby into the bath. You want the water to be warm, not too hot and not too cold. Use a tub with a tempature plug that will let you know if the water is too hot. You can also use a floating thermometer to check water temperature. The temperature of your bathroom is also important. Wet babies can get cold very easily during baby bathtime, a warm comfortable room set at 75 F degrees is best. For more baby bath safety tips visit http://www.mybabyfirst.com/baby-bath-safety-tips/ ******************************** Recipe: Papaya Papaya flesh is so easy to swallow, so it makes ideal weaning food. It is rich in vitamin C and beta-carotene, and 3 ounces of papaya will provide a young child's daily requirement of Vitamin C. Papaya is also rich in soluble fiber, which is important for normal bowel function. Papaya also contains enzymes that aid digestion. How to prepare- Cut a small papaya in half, remove the black seeds, and puree or mash the flesh of one half until smooth & serve. *Recipe obtained from Superfoods by Annabel Karmel ****************************************** Featured Product: New! Thirsties Pocket AIO (all-in-one)  the flexibility to add absorbency with a pocket opening, line it with the wetness protection of stay-dry microfleece, and include the superior leakproof protection of our signature leg gussets? Answer: Thirsties Pocket All-In-One! The cloth diaper has been perfected. Introducing a Pocket All-In-One (AIO) cloth diaper from Thirsties that marries the colorful and breathable waterproof outer layer and the absorbent core soaker so your baby's cloth diaper goes on in one simple step. Thirsties Pocket All-In-Ones simply wrap around baby and fasten with sturdy velcro for a perfect fit at every diaper change. The built-in absorbent core is made from our specialty microfiber terry which absorbs up to seven times its weight in liquid! This makes for a very absorbent diaper, without the added bulk. Perhaps the most beloved feature of Thirsties Pocket All-In-Ones are the leg gussets. The leg gusset attribute allows for the same excellent leak-proof protection no matter the shape of your baby. Whether you have a chunky baby, or a tall and lean baby, the leg gussets provide the protection you need by gently and completely sealing the leg openings. The pliable leg gussets flex and move with your baby, offering a comfortable and superior safeguard against leaks whether you have a developing and kicking newborn or a curious and energetic toddler who is constantly on the go. Thirsties Pocket All-In-Ones will keep your baby covered! Get your Thirsties Pocket AIO's today! ********************************** Recalls -January 2008 **************************** Wishing you a healthy & Happy February with your Babies! ______________________________ January Baby Thoughts Monthly Tip - Plastic baby bottles unsafe Recipe - Homemade baby wipes Featured Product - Baby scale Recalls - teething rings, feeding sets, potty seat, stroller *********************************** Monthly Tip: Plastic baby bottles may leach a toxic chemical into formula and breastmilk  Glass baby bottles are safer for your baby! As a mom you want to use products for your baby that are safe, especially when it comes to feeding. Research shows that many plastic baby bottles are made with polycarbonate plastic which can be harmful to your baby. Environment California has found that polycarbonate clear plastic bottles leach bisphenol A (Bisphenol A is a Developmental, Neural, and Reproductive Toxicant) at levels that has been found to cause harm in laboratory animals. This includes five of the most popular brands. As a parent you can do a few simple things to limit your baby's exposure to these toxic chemicals. --choose baby bottles that are made from glass or a safer non-polycarbonate plastic. --avoid washing plastic dishware with harsh dishwashing soap and hot water, which may allow chemicals to leach out of the plastic. "After learning about this at my weekly mommy group all the other moms including myself s tarted using glass bottles immediately for our babies. The only way to be sure my baby isnt ingesting toxic chemicals is to use glass bottles, they are inexpensive and its not worth the risk to me. The glass bottles are very durable!" --Teresa, New Hampsire *********************************** Recipe: Homemade Baby Wipes  We know how expensive raising a baby can be and that is why we are sharing our home made baby wipes recipe with you. You can make your own, its quick, its easy and it saves you money! Homemade baby wipes also have no preservatives, making your own wipes ensures you know exactly what ingredients are on your baby's delicate skin! 2 cups water 2 tablespoons baby oil 2 tablespoons baby bath 1 roll of quality paper towels or cloth wipes 1 plastic container with lid Seperate paper towels or cloth wipes and place in plastic container. Combine all baby wipes ingredients and pour over paper towels. If you have more recipes and tips you wish to share with other moms please email us at info@mybabyfirst.com for consideration. This recipe provided by Jackie, Maine ***************************** Featured Product: Baby Scale  The BébéSounds® Digital Baby Scale monitors the progress of your baby's physical development. It enables you to track your baby's growth by accurately measuring her weight and length. Our Digital Baby Scale includes two growth charts published by the National Center for Health Statistics-one for girls and one for boys. After weighing your baby you can use these charts to determine what percentile she or he is in based on the national average. Our special Tare feature allows you to weigh your baby with a blanket if desired. It will deduct theextra weight (if any) from the blanket. Key Features • Weight is measured in pounds, ounces, or kilograms • Measures baby's length in inches and centimeters • Jumbo, easy-to-read LCD display • Memory stores and recalls last weight measurement • Maximum weight capacity: 44 pounds/704 ounces/20 kilograms • Maximum length capacity: 20.5 inches/52 centimeters • Automatic shut-off ensures long battery life • Low battery indicator • Requires four (4) AAA alkaline batteries Get your very own baby scale today! ************************* Recalls -December 2007 Teething Rings Recalled by Empire Silver Due to Choking Hazard Infantino® Recalls Infant Teethers Due to Choking Hazard RC2 Recalls The First Years™ Children’s Feeding Seats Due to Fall Hazard RC2 Recalls Potty Training Seats Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard Stokke Announces Recall of Certain Xplory® Strollers Due to Front Wheel Detachment **************************** Wishing you a healthy & Happy New Year with your Babies! Sincerely, _________________________________ Question: What do you get when you combine the convenience of an All-In-One cloth diaper, Many doctors will recommend oat baths, there are a few brands you |
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