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By Heather Corley, About.com Guide since 2004

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    • Choosing an Infant Car Seat Created: Tuesday, October 24, 2006 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      If you're bringing home a baby soon, you're probably planning to buy an infant car seat. There are lots of different brands and styles of infant car seats available, so here are some tips to help y..
    • Chicco Keyfit 30 Review - Infant Car Seats Chicco KeyFit 30 Created: Saturday, March 28, 2009 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      The Chicco KeyFit 30 is a popular infant car seat choice. Learn more about the Chicco Keyfit 30 infant car seat in this review.
    • Stroller Frames - Best Stroller Frames for Baby Created: Sunday, July 26, 2009 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      Stroller frames are a great choice if you'd like to use your baby's infant car seat as a travel system but don't want a large, bulky stroller. These lightweight stroller frames give you all of the ..
    • Do I Have to Buy an Infant-Only Car Seat for My Newborn? Created: Monday, May 14, 2007 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      There are many car seats on the market that will work for a newborn baby. Do you have to buy an infant-only car seat for a newborn, or could you buy a convertible car seat that might last a while l..
    • Britax Chaperone Infant Car Seat - Review of Britax Chaperone Infant Car Seat Created: Monday, November 30, 2009 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      The Britax Chaperone infant car seat is suitable for newborns as small as 4 lbs, and has an upper weight limit of 30 lbs. Learn more in this Britax Chaperone infant car seat review.
    • Baby Travel Systems - Baby Gear FAQ - Stroller & Car Seat Systems Created: Monday, November 01, 2004 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      Baby travel systems are a great choice for new parents. Find out more about baby travel systems in the Baby Gear FAQ section at About Baby Products.
    • How To Choose Bottles for Your Baby Created: Monday, October 01, 2007 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      Does it matter which bottle you buy for your baby? Often, it doesn't, but for some feeding situations, the right baby bottle can make all the difference.
    • Medela Calma Bottle Review Created: Monday, April 30, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      You've never seen a bottle like Medela Calma before! This bottle is specially made to mimic breastfeeding. Learn more about the pros and cons of the Medela Calma bottle in this review.
    • Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Bottles Review Created: Monday, April 30, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      Dr. Brown's Natural Flow baby bottles are very popular, especially among parents of gassy babies. Learn more about the pros and cons of these bottles in this review.
    • How to Choose the Best Bottle Warmer for Your Baby Created: Monday, April 30, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      A bottle warmer is one convenience product you might like to have if you're bottle feeding your baby. Here's how to choose a bottle warmer that works for you and your baby.
    • 4Moms Origami Stroller Review Created: Monday, April 30, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
      The 4Moms Origami stroller is truly unique in the stroller world. It generates its own power to fold and unfold, and has a host of other features for the techy parent. Learn about the pros and cons..
    • Baby Products Recalls Created: Thursday, March 03, 2005 Updated: Tuesday, April 24, 2012
      Keep your baby safe and healthy by checking regularly for recalls on the baby products you own. This baby products recall list is updated several times each month to bring you the most current safe..
    • How to Choose a Play Gym for Baby Created: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
      A play gym offers baby a fun place to relax and play. Learn how to choose a play gym that is safe and fun for your little one.
    • How to Choose a Baby Bouncer Created: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
      Need a safe and fun spot for baby to hang out? A baby bouncer might be just the thing you need! Learn more about how to choose the perfect baby bouncer.
    • Chicco Key Fit 30 - Winner of the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Best Infant Car Seat Award Created: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
      Learn more about the Chicco Key Fit 30, the winner of the Best Infant Car Seat category in the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards!
    • Cosatto Mo-Si Car Seat Review - Reader Reviews Car Seat Reviews from Readers Created: Tuesday, March 27, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, March 27, 2012
      This Cosatto Mo-Si car seat review is from a reader who purchased the seat. Learn why this reader rated the Cosatto Mo-Si with just one star.
    • 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards - Best Convertible Car Seat Finalists Created: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      Everyone is looking for something different in a convertible car seat, so it's hard to choose just one as the best. These Best Convertible Car Seat finalists were nominated by many parents as their..
    • 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards - Best Infant Car Seat Finalists Created: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      These fantastic finalists were nominated by readers who've used each of these infant car seats. Get the specs on each finalist before you cast your vote in the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards..
    • 2012 About.com Baby Products Readers' Choice Awards Created: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      Nominate your favorite baby products for a 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Award! This year, there will be awards for Best Infant Car Seat, Best Convertible Car Seat, Best Travel System, Best Stroll..
    • Best Baby Carrier Created: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      A good baby carrier can make life so much easier for parents! If you've found a great baby carrier, nominate it for Best Baby Carrier as part of the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards.
    • Best Stroller Created: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      Parents often feel strongly about a stroller after using it for only a short time. Some strollers are beloved by many, while others don't pass the parent test. Which stroller do you think is the be..
    • Best Travel System Created: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      Do you love your baby's travel system? Nominations are open for Best Travel System in the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards!
    • Best Cloth Diapers Created: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      If you've used cloth diapers for your baby, you've probably found some diapers you love and some that you don't. Nominate your favorites for Best Cloth Diaper in the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice ..
    • Best Infant Car Seat Created: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      Most parents use an infant car seat to bring their baby home as a newborn. Did you find an infant car seat that you loved? If so, nominate it for Best Infant Car Seat in the 2012 About.com Readers'..
    • Best Convertible Car Seat Created: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      Nominate your favorite convertible car seat for an About.com Readers' Choice Award. If you love it, let us know!
    • 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards - Best Cloth Diaper Finalists Created: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      You've sent in your nominations, and now it's time to check out these great finalists for best cloth diaper in the 2012 Readers' Choice Awards! Learn more about the finalists and why cloth diaper u..
    • 2012 Readers' Choice Awards - Best Baby Carrier Finalists Created: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
      It's time to vote for best baby carrier in the 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards! Check out these amazing baby carrier finalists and cast your vote today.
    • Valentine's Day Gifts and Clothes for Baby Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Sunday, February 12, 2012
      Dress up the littlest piece of your heart for Valentine's Day with these great baby clothes and gifts with Valentine's Day or love themes. From your Guide to Baby Products, these top baby Valentine..
    • Bubblebum Booster Review Created: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, January 31, 2012
      The Bubblebum is an inflatable booster seat for children ages 4 to 11. Learn more about this cool new car seat in my Bubblebum booster review.
    • Baby K'Tan Carrier Review Created: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, January 31, 2012
      The Baby K'Tan carrier is a wrap style carrier that requires no wrapping. Learn the pros and cons of this baby carrier style in my Baby K'Tan carrier review.
    • Toddler's Sock Monkey Costume - How to Make a Toddler's Sock Monkey Costume Video Created: Wednesday, January 11, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, January 11, 2012
      Want to learn how to make a toddler's sock monkey costume instead of buying one? Here, see tips and tricks for making a great sock monkey costume.
    • Elvis Costume - How to Make a Toddler's Elvis Costume Video Created: Wednesday, December 28, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, December 28, 2011
      Elvis costumes can be a lot of fun for adults and kids alike, but they can be difficult to find in toddler sizes. The easiest way around that is to make your own. Here are instructions for making a..

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