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I have to admit that the whole "organic" niche market kind of irks me. Not because I don't believe in the products, but because I believe in them so much. This is what I don't understand: if organic foods, clothing items, skin care products, etc. are really healthier for our bodies, our children, and our […]
If you are experiencing flat nipples due to breast engorgement or swelling (which is "...common for nursing moms in the early days," according to Lansinoh), you might be interested in a new product called Latch Assist™. "The Latch Assist™ is a simple tool to help your nipples temporarily stand out so that it is easier […]
It's unfortunate that "The ABC's of Breastfeeding: Everything a Mom Needs to Know for a Happy Nursing Experience" (AMACOM, January 2008) ended up with such a bland title and ho-hum cover because this book is really a jewel. In this case, you really shouldn't judge a book by its cover. Author Stacey Rubin provides an […]
I am pleased to welcome Dr. Alan Greene, author of Raising Baby Green (fantastic book, by the way - you can read my full review here), to Metropolitan Mama as a guest columnist today. Please enjoy his thoughtful and helpful tips about how to choose a green pediatrician. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shortly after your labor and delivery, the […]
Please welcome Dr. Bob Sears back to Metropolitan Mama. Sears is a nationally known pediatrician, father of three, and author of The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for Your Child. Sears has graciously offered to extend his expertise about vaccines through a monthly column where YOU ask the questions…and he answers them. See the bottom of this […]
Does it seem like I talk about See Kai Run on my blog every single week? That's probably because...I do. SKR shoes are sturdy, stylish, and supple. Plus, they arrive in an incredibly cute little box with a wagon on it and a little paper that tells the story of the owner and her son […]
If you like clothes that are funky, modernistic, and bright with an emphasis on small and busy patterns, then you'll likely love Zutano. Each season, a new collection is introduced to pay tribute to that season's trends. The spring + summer line just debuted and there are plenty of fun outfits to choose from in […]
The word "summer" makes me think of swimming pools and family vacations, sunshine and bubbles, beaches and bathing suits, shorts and flip flops, tank tops and pink cheeks, bare toes and ice cream cones, romance and wonder. There's something a little bit dramatic about summertime, but also something casual and laidback. That combination describes Tu […]