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How to use a nasal aspirator (a.k.a. a baby snot sucker)

How to use a nasal aspirator (a.k.a. a baby snot sucker)

A nasal aspirator and rubber bulb syringe can provide sweet relief for your congested baby. Here's exactly how to use one.

Lyndsie Bourgon

RECALL: Health Canada recalls Fisher-Price Soothing Motions Seats due to risk of fire

RECALL: Health Canada recalls Fisher-Price Soothing Motions Seats due to risk of fire

Health Canada has recalled 2,000 Fisher-Price Soothing Motions baby seats due to a risk of fire. Here is the list of models that are affected.

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4 strategies for changing your busy toddler’s diaper

Toddler behaviour

4 strategies for changing your busy toddler’s diaper

Most toddlers aren’t too keen on sitting still—even for a diaper change. Here’s how to avoid frustration and get the job done.

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Does my baby need a website?

Does my baby need a website?

New trend: baby websites! Does your baby need her own website and email account? Tech-minded parents believe it's never too early to buy your child a URL.

Rosemary Counter

Should you give your baby a pacifier?

Should you give your baby a pacifier?

At what age should you give your baby a pacifier? And will giving your newborn a soother mess with your breastfeeding latch? Here's what you need to know.

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The dangerous way parents are using their DockATots

The dangerous way parents are using their DockATots

Doctors and experts say parents should not be letting their babies sleep unsupervised in popular "baby nest" products like the DockATot.

Vanessa Milne

Best single electric breast pumps

Single Electric Breast Pumps

Best single electric breast pumps

Reviews of the best single electric breast pumps from Medela and Philips Avent. Tested in our lab and by parents, with prices, features, benefits and more.

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Best double electric breast pumps

Double Electric Breast Pumps

Best double electric breast pumps

Medela, Lansinoh, Philips Avent—reviews of the best double electric breast pumps, tested in our lab and by parents. With price, features, benefits and more.

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The ultimate guide to twin gear

The ultimate guide to twin gear

From double strollers to twin carriers, two babies need a lot of stuff. Here’s a handy breakdown of all the essential twin gear.

Dory Cerny

Baby registry checklist

Baby registry checklist

Here's what you really need, what’s nice to have and what you can skip when registering (plus a printable baby registry checklist PDF to bring with you)

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What to pack in your diaper bag

What to pack in your diaper bag

Eventually you’ll pare it down to just the essentials, but this diaper bag how-to will get you started.

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Do high-tech baby monitors cause more harm than good?

Do high-tech baby monitors cause more harm than good?

We all want to keep our babies safe. But some experts believe the newest type of baby monitors on the market prey on the fears of anxious new parents.

Kate Daley

Cloth diapers 101

Cloth diapers 101

Having trouble deciding between cloth diapers and disposables? Before you choose which approach is best for your baby, here are the basics.

Louise Gleeson

How to organize your diaper bag

How to organize your diaper bag

Diapers, wipes, a change pad, extra clothes, a backup pacifier...there's a lot to cram into a diaper bag. Here's how to pack wisely without overdoing it.

Lyndsie Bourgon

Review: Playtex Nurser with Drop-Ins Liners helped my colicky baby

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Review: Playtex Nurser with Drop-Ins Liners helped my colicky baby

Mom of two Christine found this bottle helped reduce uncomfortable gas for both of her babies.

Christine of Little Miss Kate & Co

9 Great Baby Play Mats

9 Great Baby Play Mats

Perfect for tummy time, learning to roll, crawl, walk and reducing noise, the best baby play mats are so multi-functional. They're pretty cute, too!

Amy Valm

8 features to look for in a stroller

8 features to look for in a stroller

If you're looking for the best stroller, here are some key things think about as you’re shopping.

Cara Smusiak

11 ways to deck out your stroller

11 ways to deck out your stroller

You'll be the envy of all your parent friends with these stroller accessories.

Davina Sinnatamby

Postpartum exercise: Baby-carrier workout

Postpartum exercise: Baby-carrier workout

Baby on board—literally! Get in a few minutes of exercise with this fun baby-carrier workout.

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Postpartum workout: Stroller workout

Postpartum workout: Stroller workout

Turn a leisurely stroll with your baby into an awesome stroller workout with these five moves.

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