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Parents' Lounge / Coffee Shop - Chat Place / Re: Camping with baby
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on: July 29, 2012, 05:08:10 AM
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We had a Snugli chest carrier for hiking with our little one then moved up to a backpack carrier by Sherpani, now at 5 years old he does hiking by himself and loves camping. We took him on a camping tour of Vancouver Island at about 2 months. Tofino, Miracle beach were both nice spots. We found it was well worth the money to buy a good stroller. I would say the key would be good fairly substantial diameter wheels. Small wheels will not go over trails very well at all. I agree lots of toys aren't necessary. Don't try to do to much,try to pick spots without to much car time between them. Try to pick the best weather report too you don't want to be playing Survivor with a little one along. A bit of patience and you all will be enjoying beautiful B.C.
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Parents' Lounge / Coffee Shop - Chat Place / Re: what would be the best gift for a baby
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on: July 29, 2012, 04:54:10 AM
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I see that diaper cakes have been mentioned. You may want to visit my website to get some ideas. I have made mini diaper cakes, 2 tier, and three tier diaper cakes. I have also done some baby clothing bouquets, baby sock rose bouquets, and onesie cupcakes (not yet pictured on my site) . Check it out for some ideas:
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Parents' Lounge / General Parenting / Re: Going Green: Choosing Organic Baby Clothes
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on: July 29, 2012, 04:51:43 AM
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Both - buying organic clothes helps the environment because conventional methods of processing clothing, such as cotton clothing require many harsh chemicals to be used in the production of cotton. 9 of those chemicals/pesticides are highly toxic and 5 are thought to be carcinogens. The World Health Organization estimates that pesticide poisoning kills 20,000 - 40,000 people per year.
Organic Cotton is produced by maintaining a balance between natural "pests" and their predators. They don't kill the good insects such as ladybugs, spiders, and parasite wasps. Organic Cotton producers use biological practices to control pests. This is much healthier on the soil and the environment.
Buying organic clothing and sheets is also beneficial to your health, because you are not subjecting your skin to chemicals that have been used in cotton production of conventional cotton when you choose organic. In addition, the clothing feels softer, silkier, and is less irritating on your skin. Many parents opt to choose organic cotton baby clothes for their babies to help with skin alergies and Eczema.
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