We had a chance to meet the inventor, Jose Bensoussan, of the Ubimed Cleanoz Nasal Aspirator Kit at the recent ABC baby and kids product show (2008) and he told a compelling story about this new device. The Cleanoz aspirator is meant to replace the rubber aspirator bulb given by hospitals to new parents. Many parents have been suspicious of the bulb since there is no way to … [Read more...] about Ubimed Cleanoz Aspirator a good replacement for that gnarly rubber aspirator bulb
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Baby Light and Clip – great gadget for fingernail-clipping dads
Baby Light and Clip - Nail Clipper for Babies If you've ever struggled to cut a baby's finger or toenails, you'll love this little gadget. It's a very simple little tool that incorporates a basic baby fingernail clipper and a light so you can clip in the dark while they are sleeping. And, if you've ever cut down too close and actually cut your baby (yes, it does happen) because … [Read more...] about Baby Light and Clip – great gadget for fingernail-clipping dads
Oobr Clek Booster
We love the look and practicality of Clek boosters. The Paul Frank design here on their new booster is very popular with kids. My daughter, at 8, thinks of the clek as "her" seat. Price TBD. Available in January in other colors and designs. … [Read more...] about Oobr Clek Booster
BPA or Bisphenol-A update
The FDA reported last month that small amounts of BPA that leach out of plastic bottles into liquids and food should not be considered dangerous. However, the National Toxicology Program, another federal agency reported concerns on the effects of BPA on brain development for fetuses and young children. The Yale School of Medicine did a study on primates finding that BPA "causes … [Read more...] about BPA or Bisphenol-A update
Run! It’s Lice
At some point in America's history, lice was a public health issue that carried a stigma. Now, it just seems to be added to the list of elementary school rites of passage. As a parent, you hear about lice as if it's a foreign country, and then one day, it's here, and your little child has it! Our first and current experience started on Monday with a call from the … [Read more...] about Run! It’s Lice