Baby Furniture

While there are many pieces of baby bedroom furniture out on the market, it may be necessary to stick with the basics for those who do not have a lot of space in the room that will become the nursery or who are on a tight budget. The basic pieces are a crib, a changing table, a dresser, and perhaps a rocking chair.  Most moms find the rocking chair comforting for those early morning feedings and comforting the baby, but it is not, in fact, a necessary piece. Rocking chairs are great for babies because they find the motion soothing. They often are found to be helpful at feeding times and bedtimes.

Although a lot of mothers are choosing to purchase bassinets and using that instead of a crib, it is not, strictly speaking, a substitution for a crib. A bassinet is intended to sway to calm a child, making it different than a crib. Because there are so many new different types of cribs, it would be beneficial to buy one. Read more . . .

Babies And Germs

Nobody wants to spend their day throwing up, yet food poisoning is one of the most common causes of illness in the entire United States.  It can, however, be prevented more easily than any other illness.  Your baby is very vulnerable to germs and is completely dependent upon your care and cleanliness for his or her health.

To keep your baby safe, take the following recommendations:

1.  Wash your hands before handling any of your baby’s dishes or food.  Babies are normally very susceptible to germs. Though you may consider washing your hands common sense, still many parents forget.
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Breastfeeding Pros And Cons

No matter how you look at it, breastfeeding is the best feeding alternative to keep your child strong and healthy. Breast milk, according to the experts, contains antibodies, proteins, and fats  that help protect your child from infection and disease. It also provides your child with enzymes that aid with his or her digestion.

Yet no matter how long the list of advantages is, there are still some mothers who can not do it because of time constraints or low milk production. Others combine breast milk and formula feeding. There are no known disadvantages to breastfeeding.  Instead, there are factors that may prevent some mothers from breastfeeding.  Here are a few of the Pros and cons of breastfeeding:

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Baby Furniture By Da Vinci

Some of the most beautifully designed cribs are created by Da Vinci, makers of baby furniture that is functional and pleasing to the eye.  Da Vinci cribs are named after some of history’s most prominent figures.

Some of the most beautiful designs are named after Anastasia and Elizabeth. There are cribs, changing tables, cradles, high chairs, rockers, and toddler beds.  Da Vinci offers cribs and other baby furniture priced at anywhere from $200 to $500.

If you are intrigued by the Jenny Lind style of baby furniture, be sure to see the choices available on the Da Vinci baby furniture website.  Jenny Lind style furniture is noted for special features such as turned posts. When shopping for a Jenny Lind crib, you’ll notice that the posts or legs of the crib will curve at the bottom.  Read more . . .