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There’s never been a better time to opt for cloth diapers. Not only can new parents save LOTS of money on diapers by choosing cloth over disposable diapers, but today’s cloth diapers are EASY to use! Really!

The Fuzzi Bunz One-Size Diapers are proof on both points. These adjustable, one-size cloth diapers fit babies between 7-35 pounds, so you’ll get plenty of mileage out of your investment. In this economy, who can’t use a a good investment, right?

Fuzzi Bunz also feature adjustable waistbands, snap closures and lasting elastic–making these diapers totally easy to use and reuse over and over again! Oh, the Fuzzi Bunz One Pocket Diaper also comes in fabulous colors, like aqua and periwinkle–a fun bonus to the cost savings and ease of use!

Feb. 4, 2009: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (”CPSC”) has announced a voluntary recall of approximately 100,000 Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates (model number 42111 and manufactured before December 31, 2007).

According to CPSC, the gates are voluntarily recalled because “The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs.”

Consumers are advised to stop using the gate and contact the manufacturer.

To learn more about the recall or to determine whether your gate is affected by the recall (and to see an image of the gate), click here.

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January 30, 2009: The Consumer Product Safety Commission (”CPSC”) has announced a voluntary recall of approximately 3,000 136-piece Mega Construction Play sets manufactured by DDI Inc. The recall involves play sets “packaged in a black and yellow box with the word ‘Builder’ printed in the upper left hand corner of the package,” and “includes various construction equipment, vehicles, buildings and roads.” The sets were sold from October 2008 through December 2008 at various hardware and farm stores.

According to CPSC, the toy play sets are voluntary recalled because “Surface paint on the play sets can contain lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.”

No injuries have been reported.

To determine whether your toy may be affected by the recall, to view an image of the recalled toy, or to read the news release click here.

As a mom (or dad!), just when you think you’re finally mastering the parenting thing, it’s time to try something totally new… like potty training.

Well, if you’re looking for the ultimate potty helper, check out this Cushie Step-Up Potty Seat with Step Stool by Mommy’s Helper.

I know, I know…it looks like potty accessory overkill–that’s what I thought, too! But children really do love this seat and ladder system. “Mommy, I can DO IT all by myself!”



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