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Evenflo Manual Breast Pump (Chung review) *
Save your money and invest in a good quality pump that will help maximize your milk flow, avoid pain and frustration. Not recommended!
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Fire Safety Tips -- for holidays and every day *
The editors of evalu8.org urge you to carefully read this helpful family guide to preventing home fires.
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Gerber Electric Breast Pump (Chung review) *
Half-star rating: Perhaps it is inexpensive and compact, but do not waste your money, time, and endure suffering by inflicting injuries to your breasts and hands which may cost you massage and physiotherapy expenses. Not recommended.
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Hisita Booster Seat (Lassau review) *****
Five stars: What a smart invention for children transitioning from the high chair to a regular chair -- but who aren't quite tall enough to reach the table. Parenting Editor Marissa Lassau rates them at five stars -- our highest rating. Mother-recommended in actual use.
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Holiday Toy Safety Alert *
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is
warning consumers that dangerous children's products may still be
in their homes.
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Kimberly-Clark to introduce Huggies Convertibles *
Kimberly-Clark Corp. is expanding its Huggies diapers line with new Huggies Convertibles diaper-pants, a product that can be put on like pants or used like a traditional diaper.
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Köhlr Baby Napsack & TAG Bag (Chung review) ****
Four stars: A practical Canadian design for baby helps protect your little one from getting tangled up in bedclothes, and is recommended by the SIDS Alliance. Four stars from hard-nosed reviewer (and new mom) Agnes Chung. Mother-recommended in actual use.
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Köhlr Baby Sleep Sack (Chung review) ****
Four stars: A practical Canadian design for baby helps protect your little one from getting tangled up in bedclothes, and is recommended by the SIDS Alliance. Four stars from hard-nosed reviewer (and new mom) Agnes Chung. Mother-recommended in actual use.
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Medela Pump In Style Advance (Chung review) ****
Four stars: A great pumping machine to use to achieve maximum milk flow. One of the best features is you can regulate the pumping using the adjustable speed and vacuum control, thus preventing sore nipples. Mother-recommended in actual use.
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Mothercare dot com *
Mothercare is one of the leading retailers in the baby/mother wear sector.
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O'Pair fanny pack (Lassau review) ****
Four stars: A new "fashion accessory" helps keeps children close at hand. evalu8.org's Parenting Editor Marissa Lassau rates them at four stars. Mother-recommended in actual use.
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Robeez footwear *
Robeez is the leader in soft sole leather baby shoes and one of the most sought-after lines of children’s footwear. Its footwear features ankle hugging elastic so shoes stay on and are available in more than 60 adorable designs. Moms and pediatricians recommend Robeez for babies and toddlers up to four years old.
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Sunblock and bug repellent -- a dangerous cocktail? *
Just when you thought it was safe to go outside this summer, swabbed in DEET and smeared in sunblock, a new health alert about mixing the two has come out of the University of Manitoba.
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Target for Kids *
Equipment, toys...and more, for kids and their families.
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The Baby Outlet *
No, silly, they don't sell babies -- but they DO carry everything you and your little one could possibly need.
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Toy (and household product) recall update *
It surprised us to learn -- here at evalu8.org's Quality Control Centre -- that there are many, many toys, children's items and household products currently under recall.
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Travelling with Children -- rentals *
Some places that can help with the challenge of travelling with small children. . .
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Wal-Mart to be first retailer to sell new Barbie multi-sport helmet *
Wal-Mart this spring will become the first retailer to promote and sell a new Barbie multi-sport helmet designed for girls aged six to 11.
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“Get Visible” stickers a Halloween must for kids' costumes *
B.C. optometrists provide free reflective safety stickers.
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Secondary Sites:
6th Annual Kidsake Day *
Sunday, July 18th, 2004 -- 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Richmond Auto Mall, Richmond, BC
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7th Annual Kidsake Day *
Over 40 community groups participate in this informative and fun day for parents and kids of all ages. Richmond, BC, Sunday, July 17, 2005. Free admission.
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BabyStyle.com *
BabyStyle offers great values -- without sacrificing quality or style. They invite you to shop their online store, discover their beautiful catalogues, or visit one of their ever-growing number of retail stores.
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Facts say bodychecks, not pucks, harming young hockey players *
Nearly two in three serious injuries suffered by young hockey players are the result of bodychecks -- far more than the combination of stick and puck injuries, data from Ontario hospital emergency rooms suggest.
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For the children's sake *
International laws concerning the treatment of children during times of conflict seem to be forgotten in this war against terrorism, says SHEEMA KHAN
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Free reflective stickers from B.C. optometrists help children to 'Be Seen-Be Safe' this Halloween *
Children ages six to 15 make up 10 per cent of pedestrian traffic injuries.
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Garber Gastronomic: Holiday Food Safety Tips *
Canadians enjoy celebrating holidays with friends, family -- and food. You can stop food-borne illness from spoiling your holiday by following these tips from our food safety experts...
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Girl's abduction exposes extent of Internet luring *
tale of the 12-year-old British girl who ran away with a former U.S. marine she met on the Internet has police and parents concerned that it may be an extreme result of the sexual advances children receive over the Internet.
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Natural and Organic Bedding for BABY *
Vancouver's DREAM DESIGNS and its BABY LINE is pleased to be part of Baby and Family Fair at the VTCC, September 17th and 18th, 2005
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The young, hockey and the bodycheck *
Are Canada's young people paying for the national obsession with hockey -- in debilitating head injuries?
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Tuning in, reaching out top driving distractions *
Even when they knew cameras were watching, drivers in a study were caught in all manner of distracting activities, from applying eye makeup to opening and reading their mail. Almost all drivers are distracted at one time or another, the study released yesterday concluded.
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