If you had your first baby this year, there’s a good chance your New Year’s Eve plans are going to look pretty different from last year. Staying up super-late, drinking, hangovers… they’re not quite as appealing once you have a tiny (early-rising) kid. But just because you don’t feel like taking your baby to a chilly NYE ball drop doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate. There are plenty of other ways to have fun, make New Year’s memories and keep yourself and Baby happy. Here are some of our favorite ideas. Watch the ball drop (indoors) Unless you can spend a fortune on a babysitter — or have a family member in town who’s willing to watch the baby for free — you’re better off staying in to watch R
Product Recall: Target Sand and Water Table Young Ones My First Sand and Water Table A sand and water table sold in Target over the past four years is being recalled due to a potential choking hazard. Product description: Young Ones My First Sand and Water Table, Keycode: 56092462 Defects: Small part on watering can nozzle may detach from the spout. Hazard: Detached small part may pose a choking hazard to young children. Where was the product sold: Target and Target Country stores and online nationally between 1 April 2014 – 29 November 2018. What should you do: Stop using the product and return the product to any Target store for a full refund. For further information, consumers should con
Parents who give their infants baby ibuprofen should double-check their cabinets. A press release from Tris Pharma — a company based in New Jersey — just recalled three lots of Infants' Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension, USP (NSAID) 50 mg per 1.25 mL on Dec. 5. According to the statement, the affected products were voluntarily recalled because they may have a high concentration of ibuprofen that could be harmful to babies. The three brands of medication — Equate, CVS Health, and Family Wellness — were sold at Walmart, CVS, or Family Dollar. "There is a remote possibility that infants, who may be more susceptible to a higher potency level of drug, [therefore] may be more vulnerable to pe
Yes, it's called the giving season, but who says that “giving" always has to mean toys, clothes or just more stuff? Gifting experiences, from museum memberships to sporting passes, can give your kids more than just another object for their playroom. It can create memories, help build skills and provide fun for the entire family. #TeamMotherly agrees. We asked what experiences you want for your kiddos instead of toys, and you happily told us. Here are some of the best experience gifts to give: 1. Children's theater season passes 2. Gift card to restaurant for the family 3. Trampoline jump passes 4. Zoo membership 5. Full session for new sport (gymnastics, football camp, etc.) 6. Trip to the b
