Handmade Diaper Bags
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Max Bellamy
The need for a baby diaper bag dates back to very early times. Several references are found regarding their use to hold special baby clothing such as milkweed leaf wraps, animal skins and other natural resources.
Today, disposable diapers and a host of other baby-related products have found a home in what is known as a "diaper bag." Apart from baby essentials like bottles and wipes, parents like to take along personal items, but it is cumbersome to carry two bags. Consequently, custom diaper bags that are handmade have become quite popular.
The revival of domestic handicraft is driving a cultural boom in all things that are self-made. Things that are knitted, hand-sewn or embroidered are fast gaining in popularity. This fashion movement has also influenced diaper bags design.
Many modern mothers-to-be choose to design and make their own diaper bags. The choices available among handmade diaper bags are overwhelming. In order to have a diaper bag that is stylish, comfortable and customized to their distinct needs, more and more women prefer to make it themselves.
Handmade diaper bags are generally stitched with individualistic patterns. Some people prefer to scan pictures of their babies and put it on the bags. Handmade diaper can be matched with a baby's clothes or nursery. They may carry messages regarding the baby, grandparents, the environment or whatever causes the parents may be supporting. Lined, knitted diaper bags are also quite popular. Even though they are extremely difficult to clean, thus making them impractical; they are considered very chic.
Some parents purchase a plain diaper bag and then make their own additions and special touches. This allows them to choose a bag that works for them, and allows them to be creative as well. Many parents see handmade diaper bags as a style statement, and they take pride in their workmanship.
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Diaper Rash
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Jimmy Sturo
Diaper Rashes are often caused by excessively moist or dirty diapers. It is a skin inflammation that mostly occurs when the tender skin of a baby reacts to the continuous wetness due to urination or diarrhea. Since it is only a skin inflammation and not a disease, it can be effectively treated at home without any professional medical intervention. However, one needs to be watchful to spot the tell-tale signs of a diaper rash and take immediate action to stop it.
The symptoms of a diaper infection usually include redness of the affected area. The skin may develop blisters, and in some acute cases, may even crack. At times, there could be tiny ulcers in and around the area.
Babies suffering from diaper rash, are often quite fussy, showing signs of extreme discomfort by frequent crying.
Immediate steps must be taken to relieve the child of such pain. The child should firstly be kept diaper-free for as long as possible during the day. The skin should be properly aired in order to make it moisture-free. When wearing diapers, baby should be changed often, and the baby's bottom should be washed only with water, since soaps(even mild ones) may create irritation. The baby should be dried properly. Talcum powder should be avoided on all costs. In its place, some creams or ointments may help the skin repair and should be applied at each changing after cleansing.
Most diaper rashes will disappear if the above tips are carefully followed. However, there could be some rashes that might get worse(a fungal infection). In such cases, help may be sought from a doctor. The doctor will prescribe creams or ointments which contain anti-bacterial medicine to alleviate the problem.
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Girl's Canopy Beds
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Sarah Freeland
When you are in the market for buying your daughters' next bed, don't forget to take into consideration the importance of the matter. A child has one great refuge & sanctuary from the outside world, and that is her own bedroom. The ultimate place of comfort, safety and security, however, is her own bed. As a loving and nurturing parent, you will want to make sure your child's bed is as wonderful and elegant as possible, if no other reason than to make them feel important and comfortable.
What better way to accomplish this than with a classic style canopy bed? This is every girl's fantasy. When a young child sees a beautiful canopy bed, the first thing that comes to her mind is enchanted fairy tales and lovely princesses in faraway kingdoms with valiant knights traveling to and fro. To a little girl, a canopy bed is a sign and symbol of royalty.
Another "special" aspect of the beloved canopy bed is the fact that the curtains hanging from the top are often adjustable. This can turn the bed into a fortress as far as the child and her active imagination is concerned. It gives them a sense of privacy as well as that of safety. The next time you choose to buy your little princess a bed, make sure it is a canopy bed.
Add to the enchanting, fantasy bedroom theme by adding fairy tale inspired decor and artwork. Hang curtains to match the bedding and include princess themed accents to go with the theme.
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Discover How You Can Make a Diaper Cake the Easy Way
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Shawn Lim
Diaper cakes are a wonderful idea of presenting a surprise package to an expecting mother. The number and type of baby items you put in for the cake, determines the size of cake and its number of tiers. Baby items may include patterned diapers, baby hygiene products, bottles, pacifiers, baby towel, toys and so on.
Steps to Make A Diaper Cake:
1. Apart from baby items, you will also need cake decoration stuffs such as artificial roses, ribbons, baby confetti, a cardboard and rubber bands.
2. To make diaper cakes, use at least 10 diapers for the upper tier. Open and tape the first diaper in a jellyroll method around a baby lotion bottle. Similarly, open other diapers and continue rolling them and taping them on the bottle unless you have used all 10 diapers. To make it tight and firm, use rubber bands and double-sided tapes to tie around each tier.
3. Use the remaining diapers (around 50 in number) for the bottom tier. However, do not tie them in a similar fashion. Do not open them, but place them around the bottle one after the other so that they surround the bottle. Use double-sided tapes to tie the first tier firmly with the second.
4. Fun part in making the diaper cake lies in decoration process. Cover all rubber bands and tapes with colorful ribbons. Use baby accessories and items such as a cute bib, to make the cake more decorative.
5. After finishing with the entire process, wrap the it with a cellophane paper and decorate it with ribbons and pins.
Making a diaper cake is not a tough task, but requires time, patience and creativity. The more of these elements one puts in to make it, the more one may expect it to be attractive.
You can learn how to make a beautiful diaper cake by 2 ways. One is by reading lengthy and boring books, and get tired after reading it. Or, the second way is by watching videos how to make a perfect diaper cake.
The concept is the same as learning to ride a bicycle, you cannot learn it from a text book. The same goes for making a diaper cake. If you are going to learn how to make a beautiful diaper cake, make sure you learn it the right way.
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Cost of Cloth Diapers - A Real Savings
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Dawn Michelle
There are a number of reasons for looking into alternatives to using disposable diapers. But the two that are most striking are the financial benefits and the environmental benefits.
When initially researching cloth diapers, one may be shocked by the "sticker price" of quality cloth diapers. Each diaper may cost as much as $20.00 US. Each baby needs a minimum of 10 to 20 cloth diapers to prevent the need from too many loads of laundry per week. The initial cost can be as much as $400. However, that is the only material cost for three to four years because the cloth diapers are reusable and sizable for babies from 7 to 35 pounds.
So what is the cost advantage? Lets look at disposable diaper costs first:
An average baby uses about 8 disposable diapers per day at a cost of $0.30 per disposable diaper. At this rate, disposable diapers cost $875 per year. If you extend that cost over the average length of time a baby is in diapers, say 3 years, the total cost for disposable diapers is $2,625!
No let's look at the cost of cloth diapers:
The cost for 20 sizable, reusable cloth diapers is, as mentioned above, $400. That's pretty much it. But what about the additional cost of washing them? it costs about $1.50 per wash and you'll do about 3 per week or less which calculates to $235 per year x 3 years = $705. So your total cost for cloth diapers over three years is $1105.
Compare the two options over three years:
Disposable diapers: $2,625
Cloth Diapers: $1,105
Cloth Diaper Savings: $1,520
Annual savings: $ 506
Saving $506 annually by using cloth diapers is only the beginning. There are serious environmental benefits as well.
Environmental Factors
* Over the course of the diapering phase, one baby will contribute between 8,000 and 10,000 disposable diapers to landfills.
* It takes 500 years for a disposable diaper to decompose if left out in the open and exposed to sunlight and air; but in a landfill, because they are covered by other waste, they will never decompose.
* It is against the law to dispose of feces in landfills; however, this rule is ignored when it comes to disposable diapers. Disposable diapers containing fecal matter leak viruses such as polio and others into the groundwater supply instead of being properly treated at sewage treatment facilities.
* Dioxins produced by the chlorinated plastics used in disposable diapers, have been associated with liver disease, immune system depression, birth defects, cancer and genetic problems in laboratory animals.
Considering the cost of disposable diapers, the potential health hazards to babies and the environmental impact, many families can benefit from alternatives and help save the environment at the same time. The alternative of cloth diapers can save families money as well as help save the Earth.
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Luxury Baby Gifts
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Damian Sofsian
Babies are fit to be lavished with love, care, sustenance, and quality baby products. Luxury baby gifts are becoming more and more popular not only among celebrities or those who have a lot of money to spend, but also to average-earning consumers who would like only the most luxurious items for their babies.
Most of the famous high-end clothing designers have launched their personal baby line which caters to the youngest members of the family. For people who are looking for luxury baby gifts for their children, the newest addition to their family, and for their godchildren, they consider buying their baby gifts from top designer stores. Luxury baby clothing lines fit to be given as gifts include designer jackets and jeans, dresses, tops, even shoes and accessories especially made for babies. Not only are these items popular among celebrities and rich people, what we consider ordinary or average people have also taken a liking to these products. Luxury baby gifts also include baby blankets made from high quality fabrics such as chenille and cashmere, fully piped with top quality silk. There are also baby booties made of leather which are fully lined with the finest shearling available. Another popular luxury baby gift are monogrammed designer diaper bags complete with changing pads and bottle holders which are guaranteed to bring more delight to the moms rather than the babies.
There are also specially crafted personalized items made by well known artists that are considered to be luxury baby gifts. Silk banners personally crafted emblazoned with the baby's name and birth details, artworks, even jewelry are some of these. Paintings of babies made and framed exquisitely are also a popular luxury baby gift. Jewelry made from precious metals such as gold, silver or platinum especially crafted to fit babies well, which may also include precious or semi-precious stones and may be engraved with the baby's name are also considered very luxurious baby gifts.
Luxury baby gifts can run from a couple of hundred to a thousand of dollars but the quality of these products and the brand that they carry boast of superb craftsmanship and top quality. They are slowly but steadily becoming a popular choice among baby gift givers that are sure to impress and satisfy the babies and their parents alike.
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Young Mother
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Danielle Bright
On March 27, 1991 at 5:38 am my son Jordan Domonique made his way into the world. He was so tiny, pinkish, and wrinkly with beautiful dark hair, and chestnut brown eyes that would stare at me for a few seconds and then close. He needed to get back to the business of being a newborn. Now, me, I was used to hanging out until five or six a.m. with my friends. However, hanging out for twenty four hours and being in labor for twenty five and half hours are two different animals. Try having a full grown lion for a house pet. Although I�m allergic, I�ll stick to kitty cats, thanks.
There I was barely over twenty-one and really, and truly for the first time in my life, ever�.responsible. I was now responsible for feeding him, clothing him, changing his dirty diapers, entertaining him and just generally being the center of his Universe. That was the easy stuff. At that exact moment I officially became responsible for protecting him from hurt, teaching him not to hurt himself or others. I also had to instill in him a belief in God and himself, social etiquette, how to respect women, his elders, and a strong moral code. This realization exploded like a bomb through my young head. In a word, I was terrified! Prior to my pregnancy my main job was ignoring the values that my parents instilled in me, hanging out with my friends and which bar had no cover charge and the best drink specials!
Kids don�t come with instructions. At one point that phrase meant about as much to me as the Presidential election in Mexico. Then one day the heavens opened up, the light shone down and I just got it. Laying there with my beautiful new born baby in my arms I decided to commit my first motherly act. Feeding. So, with good heart, intentions and my newly acquired motherly instincts I decided that two hour old Jordan was ready to eat. My mind gently glazed over the material that I�d read about breast feeding. Yes, the factory was rapidly producing and finally the one and only client had arrived to sample the wares. I adjusted myself on the bed, put the baby in position and produced the food vessel. I recall being a little nervous about doing it wrong, but he latched on like an old pro, suckled for maybe two minutes and then spit it out. Nice. I wasn�t easily discouraged, so I set him up again only to get the same reaction. Hmmm, strange I thought. So, I gave it the old college try one more time. Again, he wasn�t having any part of it. By this time I was a little teary eyed, and a lot paranoid. I didn�t want my little two hour old baby to starve to death!
In my new young mother haze, and a stream of worried tears I pushed the button and summoned the on duty nurse.
�What can I do for you,� the nurse asked.
�Well,� I began through a haze of tears, �My baby won�t eat!� I was scarred, emphatic and incredibly worried. I also wanted her to show me how to get him to eat.
She glanced at him with a look of pity mixed with a healthy dose of fear, turned her gaze toward me, which had turned annoyed, and says with absolute clarity, �He�s probably not hungry.�
Mustering the intelligence of a grapefruit, and not even the common sense that God gave a quarter, I said, �Oh�. Well, he didn�t come with instructions after all. I was happy to learn that he too, had to be hungry, before he would eat. Baby lesson number one duly noted.
Finally I had the feedings and diaper changes down to a science. Motherhood was definitely looking up for us both! The time to leave the hospital was upon us. My son had been in diapers and baby night gowns since his arrival. My mother, Florence, brought an adorable outfit for his grand exit.
Jordan was lying on the bed screaming and generally not cooperating. He�d stiffened up his little limbs and he was wailing as loud as he could. Under baby induced duress, I began my attempts at putting on the onesie, shirt, pants, and socks. My mother, God bless her soul, stood by watching as this mess was going on. Jordan would stiffen up every time I tried to get the clothes on. Then if he wasn�t doing that, he began waving his arms and legs wildly. He was having no part of getting dressed. I was getting frustrated, and my mother was beginning to loose patience. After all, she�d just endured my amateur hour labor and delivery on a broken foot. She too, was having none of my attempts at dressing him. She didn�t scream and waive her limbs wildly, she simply said, �Nikki, this shouldn�t take this long�. She then calmly moved me out of the way. She steps in and five minutes later he was fully dressed and ready to go. Now, that�s some professional mothering in action!
I learned several lessons over my three day stay in Wishard Hospital. Babies are little people. You can�t force a two hour old child to eat if they�re not hungry. They also have ligaments, which enables you to bend their little limbs when they decide not to participate in the dressing process.
Perhaps the greatest thing that I learned was that every step of the way with my new child was going to be a learning experience for both of us. As he grew I grew. Diaper changes, feedings, temper tantrums and laughter. I learned how to deal with all of those things. He learned how to deal with my inexperience and newness to the game of motherhood. My son and I fell into a comfortable flow;we were the stars of the team! It truly takes a village to raise a child. My parents, their close friends, my brother, who was fifteen at the time all pitched in. I learned different things from different people. I learned, and continue to learn from these same people.
Motherhood is filled with so much joy. There is so much to see and learn as you watch your little person grow into someone with a very discernable personality, tastes, opinions and feelings. Motherhood is work. You work to teach your child, to understand them and allow them to grow. This occurs even when they are babies, because as a mother all you want is the best possible outcome for your beautiful baby.
Those first few days at the hospital were like a highly anticipated roller coaster ride. You anticipate going up that hill, for that scary, but fun gut wrenching feeling you get on the drop! WOOSH! The drop hits! That was fun! Then you begin the next climb, and anticipate that same crazy drop with those same gut wrenching feelings. It�s a continuous ride, but it�s always something new to give you those feelings. Whatever thing you go through with your child, I�ve learned it gets better and you make it to the other side.
Article by: Danielle Bright
How To Choose Disposable Diapers For Babies
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Sandra Rathbun
Disposable baby diapers have a huge business potential in the United States. This is because most of the parents find baby diapers more convenient as compared to cloth diapers. Other than this, you are not required to wash a disposable diaper.
Disposable diapers were introduced in 1940s, but became popular only gradually. This is because they were expensive in the beginning and not many people could afford to buy them. In addition, early diapers came only in single size and did not fit most of the babies. Therefore, the leakage was more profuse in disposable diapers than cloth diapers. However, disposable diapers started appearing in multiple sizes and designs in 1950's, but they were more popular with rich class. But, with the fall in the prices of disposable diapers in 70's, even middle-class people could afford to buy them. One of the prime reasons to opt for disposable diapers was, and still is - the convenience.
Soon, disposable diapers became light-weighted. Also, they were being manufactured in various sizes and designs. Along with it came diaper rash, which worsens with regular use of diapers. You can easily notice the diaper rash on your child's bottom. However, this rash starts appearing with blisters if the situation becomes worse for the child. Remember, diaper rash is a normal thing, and occurs in almost all the babies, who wear diapers at one point or the other. The child may develop diaper rash due to sensitivity to certain brands or bacterial infection. The baby is also likely to develop rash if the soiled diaper is not removed for a long.
If you want to effectively treat the diaper rash, you must try to keep your baby dry by changing her diapers often. If you clean the area, let it completely dry before you put the diaper rash ointment. It is advisable to use warm, soapy water to clean your baby than using baby wipes. Extra care needs to be taken when you take your baby outside of the house. Remember to frequently check the diaper, and change it if required. You must systematically arrange baby's diaper bag while going out. A diaper bag must be large enough to accommodate all essential items, such as diapers, wipes, clothes, ointment, soothers, blankets, formula milk, bottles, talcum, water bottles, and medicines. However, you can choose to have two different-sized diaper bags to suit different occasions.
In fact baby diapers and diaper bags make great gifts for various occasions, including baby shower and birthday parties. Disposable diapers though don't make great gifts but are certainly useful for parents. However, it makes sense to know the brand preferred by an expectant mother. While gifting a baby diaper bag to an expectant mother, remember to check its size and number of pockets. Most of the bags have plastic travel cases for wipes.
Sandra Rathbun is a parent of three beautiful babies and the owner of Baby Diapers, a blog she regularly writes on about her experiences with free baby samples.
Cloth Diaper - 7 Reasons To Choose Over Disposable Diaper
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Joseph Peterson
Diaper Cake - A Delightfully Useful Baby Shower Gift
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Saurabh K Jain
Diaper cake can easily be termed as the king of all gifts that you can present to an expectant mom. No matter how many new ones she buys, but a mother of newborn would always find her stock of diapers lacking. What better way to present this intriguingly precious item to the expectant mother than in the shape of a beautiful cake?
A diaper cake, as the name suggests, primarily comprises of diapers. Various other items meant for baby-use are attached / placed on the baby cake to make it look more appealing as well as to increase its utility value for the expectant mother. In fact, diaper cake is so popular that any baby shower party is considered incomplete without the appearance of this majestic gift. Whether it is a baby shower, couple shower, surprise shower, or welcome shower, diaper cake is simply indispensable.
Make It Yourself
A diaper cake is the sort of gift that you can purchase from a store if you wish to and you can easily make this item at home as well. However, you shall have to get the constituents from a store. The items that you need to prepare a diaper cake include diapers, a base or platter made of cardboard, ribbons, adhesive tapes, small decorative items like socks, bibs, toys etc. Most of these items are not costly and can be bought at reasonable prices. If you go for a readymade diaper cake it may prove to be significantly costlier than the one made at home. Therefore, it is better to make it at home.
A diaper cake is not just a gift item. It can be used as a beautiful centerpiece until the party is over. If beautifully made, this item immediately brightens the face of the mom-to-be. An expectant mother associates such items with the life after childbirth. In a curious way, this item prepares the mother for the joys and hardships of bringing up the child.
It is the best if the host or hosts make this item themselves and present to the mom-to-be. The honor of presenting the most special gift of the day should certainly be reserved for them.
Life during pregnancy is full of apprehensions for the expectant mother. Hosting baby showers and giving beautiful gifts like diaper cake is a wonderful way of boosting the expectant mother's morale. Pregnancy celebration would be incomplete if this item is excluded from the list of gifts. Moreover, it is easily affordable.
And remember, the larger the size of the diaper cake, the better it is!
Diaper cake has become almost synonymous with baby shower party. Baby shower is an important pregnancy celebration to cheer the expectant mom braving the discomforts during pregnancy. For more articles on baby shower and other pregnancy related subjects log on to baby showers.
Baby Travel Tips For Easy Efficient Packing
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Joseph Peterson
Getting ready for a trip with your baby can be made a lot easier with some pre-planning. Here are some ideas...
- Don�t wait for the last minute. Start preparing to pack a few weeks before you travel. Keep an ongoing list of items to bring, or put items out on a table or chest of drawers as you think of them. Get a free ebook Packing Lists for Baby Travel
Here are some item to consider.- Diapers- One for each hour you'll be in transit, plus extras in case of emergencies or delays.
- Baby blanket- Bring at least one for comfort, shade and warmth.
- Plastic bags that can be resealed- Pack some medium-sized ones for stashing dirty diapers, clothes and bibs.
- Diaper rash cream.
- Baby wipes.
- Baby bath and lotion.
- Tissues.
- Extra soothers.
- Clothes- One to two outfits per day. Pack cotton layers for traveling.
- Washable bibs.
- Bottles.
- Sun hat and sun screen.
- Food, formula, water and/or juice- Bring more than you think you'll need for the trip, as you can't predict travel delays.
- Breast pump- For expressing breast milk.
- Baby carriers- Easy to pack and a great way to reduce the amount that your baby cries during the trip. Studies have shown that babies who were carried in a sling or in their parents' arms cried less than other babies. It also frees your hands up for other items.
- Travel bed to keep baby safe and comfy.
- Baby car seat for safe travel by car, plane, train, or bus.
- Portable baby stroller.
- Portable high chair.
- Use a baby diaper bag with a waterproof lining and a shoulder strap. Make sure that your diaper bag has lots of compartments for organizing your items.
- Pack an extra shirt or top for yourself in your hand luggage in case of accidents.
- Prevent leaks by packing medicines and toiletries in re-sealable plastic bags
- Bring a changing mat to put under your baby during diaper changes. Better yet use a diaper bag that has a built in changing mat.
- Pack an energy-boosting snack handy for yourself.
- Bring your camera and plenty of film or digital memory cards.
- Pack a clip-on reading light so you can read without disturbing your baby.
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The Perfect Designer Diaper Bag - 5 Must-Have Diaper Bag Features You Can't Live Without
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Amber Lipson
The Perfect Designer Diaper Bag - 5 Must-Have Diaper Bag Features You Can't Live Without
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Amber Lipson
The Perfect Designer Diaper Bag - 5 Must-Have Diaper Bag Features You Can't Live Without
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:02 AMBy Amber Lipson
The Perfect Designer Diaper Bag - 5 Must-Have Diaper Bag Features You Can't Live Without
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:02 AMBy Amber Lipson
100th Birthday Facts and Celebration
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Gail Leino
In the past decade more and more of us are celebrating our 100th birthday's with increasing amounts of glee. Many centenarians are not only alive, they are able bodied and eager to continue living their lives as they have been doing. The 100th birthday is considered something of a milestone marking wisdom and true life experience. As such we should celebrate the 100th birthday as much as possible. There is just something about those double zeros that makes friends and relatives want to come over and say congratulations.
You will find plenty in the way of party supplies for this celebration. Paper plates, napkins and tablecloths sporting the ever classic 'Happy 100th' are just the beginning. Sometimes your new centenarian will have a sense of humor about his or her age and you can set up a humorous party. Guests can give gag gifts such as adult diapers, and walking canes with rearview mirrors. The 100th birthday doesn't have to apply to a person either.
It can, and is often the number used to celebrate the founding of a town or building. After all, the world's largest birthday cake was created in 1989 for the 100th year celebration of the founding of a Fort Payne in Alabama. In any such case the celebration of the 100th birthday is bound to be a large event and you'll need to make sure that you have plenty of room for all the guests. The party can be held outdoors if the weather is nice or in a larger hall. Most local Senior Centers will have plenty of room and you should find that those operating the centers are usually more than willing to offer up some space for such an important celebration. That is as long as you ask them politely and well in advance of the occasion so that they have time to mark it on their books.
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Essential Baby Gear For New Moms - Part 2 of 4
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Michael C
Welcome to Part 2 of Essential Baby Gear For New Moms. Part 2 will focus on portable diaper changing pads. Most diaper bags on the market today comes with a detachable diaper changing pad. These diaper changing pads are usually rectangular shaped so it can be quite challenging to keep you baby on the changing pad if you have a little squirmy one. Also, if you're always on the go and need to run that quick errand with your baby, it can be a hassle to lug your diaper bag with you when all you need are a few diapers, wipes, and a changing pad. So what do you do?
Fortunately, there a many portable diaper changing pads out in the market that will solve this dilemma. I want to focus on three of my favorite diaper changing pads which is chic, practical, and functional.
Plush Pad by Ah Goo Baby
The Plush Pad by Ah Goo Baby is a 2 x 2 (feet) square shaped diaper changing pad that features a body contouring memory foam. The memory foam is similar to the memory foam pillows and beds in the market today, therefore, it conforms to the shape of your baby's body. When rolled up, this diaper changing pad measures 3 inches x 10 inches (cylindrical shaped) which can easily be thrown into your purse or diaper bag.
The Plush Pad is water resistant and machine washable and comes in 9 different styles. It's one of my favorite products.
Patemm Pad
The Patemm Pad is an interesting diaper changing pad because of its circular shape. Even with a squirmy baby, you don't have to worry about your baby rolling off of the Patemm Pad. This diaper changing pad comes in two styles and sizes, 24 inch and 30 inch, and one with inside pockets and one without the inside pockets. The Patemm Pad with pockets enables moms to carry up to 20 wipes in a travel pack or small sealable sandwich bags, 1-2 diapers, and clothes. The Patemm Pad also features four handles which is used to fold and unfold the pads. When folded, the 30 inch Patemm Pad becomes a 10 inch square and 1.5 to 2 inches thick. The 24 inch Patemm Pad folds to an eight inch square and 1.5 to 2 inches thick. The Patemm Pad is waterproof and stain and soil resistant
The Patemm Pad, and its inventor, Grace Welch, has been featured on Oprah Winfrey and CNBC's The Big Idea with Donny Deutsche.
Bonnie Changing Kit By Bumble Collection
The Bonnie Changing Kit is made by the Bumble Collection, the maker of the popular Bumble Bag Collection that so many celebrities are carrying. The Bonnie Changing Kit is for moms who are on the go and do not want to lug their big diaper bag. On the inside, the Changing Kit has two pockets to store a few diapers and wipes. When folded out, the Bonnie Changing Kit features a toddler sized changing pad. The Changing Kit is also water and stain resistant with a soil proof lining.
When folded, the Changing Kit measures 10"L x 12" H x 2" W. It has an adjustable strap and can easily be hung on a stroller handle. All of the designs on the Bonnie Changing Kit, as well as all of Bumble Collections' products are a one of a kind design. One thing you'll notice in the baby gear market is that you'll see the same design or pattern on a product from many different companies. WIth the Bumble Collections' product line, you won't see any other companies with that same design.
If you are considering purchasing a diaper changing pad, I hope this article will help you in deciding which one is best for you. For more information on the diaper changing pads discussed in this article, please click on the following link:
Stay tuned for my next article on Baby Slings.
Michael C
Embellished Mom
Essential Baby Gear For New Moms - Part 2 of 4
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:01 AMBy Michael C
Welcome to Part 2 of Essential Baby Gear For New Moms. Part 2 will focus on portable diaper changing pads. Most diaper bags on the market today comes with a detachable diaper changing pad. These diaper changing pads are usually rectangular shaped so it can be quite challenging to keep you baby on the changing pad if you have a little squirmy one. Also, if you're always on the go and need to run that quick errand with your baby, it can be a hassle to lug your diaper bag with you when all you need are a few diapers, wipes, and a changing pad. So what do you do?
Fortunately, there a many portable diaper changing pads out in the market that will solve this dilemma. I want to focus on three of my favorite diaper changing pads which is chic, practical, and functional.
Plush Pad by Ah Goo Baby
The Plush Pad by Ah Goo Baby is a 2 x 2 (feet) square shaped diaper changing pad that features a body contouring memory foam. The memory foam is similar to the memory foam pillows and beds in the market today, therefore, it conforms to the shape of your baby's body. When rolled up, this diaper changing pad measures 3 inches x 10 inches (cylindrical shaped) which can easily be thrown into your purse or diaper bag.
The Plush Pad is water resistant and machine washable and comes in 9 different styles. It's one of my favorite products.
Patemm Pad
The Patemm Pad is an interesting diaper changing pad because of its circular shape. Even with a squirmy baby, you don't have to worry about your baby rolling off of the Patemm Pad. This diaper changing pad comes in two styles and sizes, 24 inch and 30 inch, and one with inside pockets and one without the inside pockets. The Patemm Pad with pockets enables moms to carry up to 20 wipes in a travel pack or small sealable sandwich bags, 1-2 diapers, and clothes. The Patemm Pad also features four handles which is used to fold and unfold the pads. When folded, the 30 inch Patemm Pad becomes a 10 inch square and 1.5 to 2 inches thick. The 24 inch Patemm Pad folds to an eight inch square and 1.5 to 2 inches thick. The Patemm Pad is waterproof and stain and soil resistant
The Patemm Pad, and its inventor, Grace Welch, has been featured on Oprah Winfrey and CNBC's The Big Idea with Donny Deutsche.
Bonnie Changing Kit By Bumble Collection
The Bonnie Changing Kit is made by the Bumble Collection, the maker of the popular Bumble Bag Collection that so many celebrities are carrying. The Bonnie Changing Kit is for moms who are on the go and do not want to lug their big diaper bag. On the inside, the Changing Kit has two pockets to store a few diapers and wipes. When folded out, the Bonnie Changing Kit features a toddler sized changing pad. The Changing Kit is also water and stain resistant with a soil proof lining.
When folded, the Changing Kit measures 10"L x 12" H x 2" W. It has an adjustable strap and can easily be hung on a stroller handle. All of the designs on the Bonnie Changing Kit, as well as all of Bumble Collections' products are a one of a kind design. One thing you'll notice in the baby gear market is that you'll see the same design or pattern on a product from many different companies. WIth the Bumble Collections' product line, you won't see any other companies with that same design.
If you are considering purchasing a diaper changing pad, I hope this article will help you in deciding which one is best for you. For more information on the diaper changing pads discussed in this article, please click on the following link:
Stay tuned for my next article on Baby Slings.
Michael C
Embellished Mom
How to Detail Your Automobile
Written by Mr.Jongruk on 3:00 AMBy Komaka Wilson
Some say that Guido da Vigevano built the first car in 1335 that used a windmill type assembly to drive a set of gears to turn the wheels. I would say that if that is the case, that he probably was also the first one to clean a car. Now the car wash/detailing industry has become a multi-billion dollar industry. Although why would you want to spend you hard earned money on having some one else detail your car? When you could do it yourself, and make sure it is completed correctly and the way you want. Besides I know a lot of car enthusiast out there who would really prefer to detail their cars themselves.
After years of experience and talking with some of the best product/technical representatives around today, I have compiled a how to guide for car owners that want to do there own work. This guide is intended for all car enthusiasts on all levels. Maybe you are new to car detailing or you are just looking for some new "tricks" to give you the advantage at your next car show. Either way I hope that this guide helps you on your journey.
First off detailing is hard work and time consuming. No matter what your reason for wanting to detail your car from wanting to attend a car show to selling your vehicle detailing will be well worth your time and effort. Now there are products out there that say that it will cut your time in half, and that you only need to do it once a year. However, several professional detailers I talked with said that many of the new cheaper products are indeed too good to be true and can damage paint jobs. This is why I suggest staying away from low quality products and sticking with the known products. There is nothing that works as well as hard work and some elbow grease. I will make some suggestions as I continue through the guide, but if you have a product you really like, go ahead and use it.
Before you get started you will need:
Paper towels, rags, and chamois. Old t-shirts work well, and if you can find any old "clean" cloth diaper use them because they make excellent rags for polishing the finish and are great for windows.
Brushes. You'll need a few different varieties and sizes to get into the hard to reach areas. An old toothbrush works well, and several cotton swabs.
Wash bucket. Make sure it is clean, and you may want to keep is as your car washing bucket only. This may help prevent getting unwanted dirt and chemicals in a bucket you use to clean your car with.
Wash mitts and or a good quality sponge.
Bug removal sponge
Power Washer or a good hose nozzle with different head types. Power Washers are getting pretty reasonably priced now and you can pick them up at any hardware store.
Shop Vacuum or equivalent.
Orbital Buffer. Again these are getting pretty reasonably priced.
Now where to begin? Most professionals I talk to suggest starting on the interior first, so the dust and dirt you brush out won't settle on a cleaned exterior. Remove any floor mats and give the carpeting and upholstery a good vacuuming. Move the seats forward and backward to get all the dirt including in the tracks, and door jams. You should also use one of your harder bristled brushes to get any dirt out from the cracks; it is also good for stirring up the carpet mat so you can get most of the junk out of the carpet.
Now if you have any stubborn stains in the upholstery or carpet this is the time to deal with them. Use an all purpose cleaner to get the stubborn stains out. Saturate the stain with cleaner, working it in with a damp sponge. Let it sit awhile and then blot it out with a dry towel. Make sure to read the direction on the cleaner for specific precautions. You can also use a window cleaner sprayed on a rag to get the headliner clean. Don't forget the trunk/hatchback areas as well.
You can repair burns and holes in your carpet by cutting out the area with a razor blade. Then cut a similar size piece from a hidden spot, such as underneath the seat, and cement it in place using a water resistant adhesive. Blend in the repair by brushing the repaired piece with the old. You can also go to a carpet outlet and can buy a carpet sample for pretty reasonable price that could match the carpet of the car. If your carpet is still looking bad you can shampoo it to get any remaining dirt and grease out. You can usually rent these machines at a carpet store or even you local grocery/retail chain. Start with the carpets on the driver's side then the seats; this keeps the water to a minimum. Move around the whole car until you're done. Again make sure you read any precautions from the manufacturer.
Now move on to the interiors hard surfaces, clean them with a damp cloth and a mild all-purpose cleaner. If you have leather upholstery, dress the surfaces with a leather conditioner; spray it on a rag for tight areas. Never use a vinyl product on leather. Worn or torn areas of vinyl can be repaired using kits made for this purpose. Repairs are made with a patch that lets you match the color and grain of your upholstery. Worn areas of leather can be touched up with dyes or a high grade shoe polish.
Now for one of the harder parts the dash. First you can blast any dust away with a can of compressed air. Clean air vent grilles with cotton swabs and brighten them up by misting on some spray on rubber dressing. Spray any dress up cleaner on a soft towel and then apply it to the rest of the dash, be careful around the instrument panel.
Then move on to the windows. If you are like me, then you hate cleaning windows for the fear of streaks. Some pointers in this area are to don't spray directly on the window, but onto a rag. Have a dry cloth ready to wipe it dry. You can even use newspaper to wipe it dry, the abrasiveness acts like a polish and it won't leave any streaks. Also make sure you rinse your hands off before cleaning your windows, this will help remove any unwanted dressing. If you have aftermarket window tint film, it may be degraded by cleaners that contain ammonia or vinegar. Factory tinting is in the glass and is not affected by these cleaners.
Now it's time to move to the exterior of your car, well kind of, detailing your engine. First you will need to cover any sensitive equipment such as electrical components. Try using a heavy duty aluminum foil for this step. If you use a home pressure washer for this, be careful, you can blow water in areas that weren't meant to get wet. I prefer using a regular garden home for this step. After you have sealed everything off, spray a heavy duty degreaser on to the cool temperature engine. Again read any warnings or precautions on the degreaser. Use a pointy brush to get any stubborn deposits. Then spray down with your hose, making sure you get all of the degreaser off.
Once you're satisfied, start up the motor and let it run for a while with the hood down. Then remove the foil and use a rag sprayed with the degreaser and wipe down any parts covered. Now you can wipe everything down with a rubber dressing or shining product. However, do not spray or wipe down your belts, and make sure you read any precautions on the product.
Were finally on to the part about actually washing your car. Make sure that you are using a clean wash mitt or sponge, and that your bucket is free of dirt and contaminates. Work in the shade and make sure the surface is cool. Make sure that you are using a good car wash, and don't use dishwashing detergents. The dishwashing detergent damages the finish, stripping it of vital oils causing it to dry out.
Presoak the car first making sure you get rid of any of the big dirt. Also remove any bug and tar items time using tar & bug remover with a sponge. Move on to the rims, since rims collect brake dust and road debris. Use a wheel cleaner that is made for your type of rims such as being clear coated or not. Don't overlook the under side of the vehicle, and the gas cap lid as well. Now start at the top of your vehicle and move your way down. Make sure that you get all areas, and rinse often. To do a final rinse, remove the spray head from the hose and flood the finish. The water will tend to run off in sheets, minimizing spotting. When drying the vehicle off, you can use a chamois to get the bulk of the water, but finish it off with soft towels.
When you're done washing and the car is mostly dry, apply your rubber dressings to the tires, bumpers and any plastic parts you want to shine. This gives the car to finish drying and you can then look for missed areas or water runs.
Most people stop here and say they are done, if they even get to this point. They over look one of the most important steps in detailing and preserving a vehicle, and that is waxing. Now the market is full of different types of waxing products, but how many of them actually work? Most of the average cheap waxes contain a very small portion of wax in them, and use petroleum instead. Products that are like this do very little in preserving and waxing the paint, if anything they just waste your time and money. Also be aware of the spray on wax with water. These waxes might give some protection for a day or two, but nothing like the protection of a carnauba wax.
Before you wax you need to get rid of any oxidation you may have. Typically, you will not have to do this every time. Oxidation depends on how much you wax, when you wax, how much sun the car is exposed to, and other weather conditions. Oxidation can usually be removed with a clear coat compound. For standard finishes you can step up to polishing compound, which is mild but still too harsh for clear coats. If you do use these products, you must seal the paint after.
If you decided to use a compound for oxidation, then you must seal the paint. You can buy a glaze/sealer to do this. Most sealers or glazers you apply by wiping on. Then use soft towels to remove it after it has hazed over.
Now you are ready to wax. Make sure you are using a good wax, preferably one with high amounts of carnauba wax in it. Again, start at the top of your vehicle and do small sections as you work your way down. Don't let it sit more than 5-8 minutes before removing, and two thin coats of this is much better than one thick coat. Also apply it with a side to side motion instead of circular to prevent swirls. Be sure to include door jambs, and the areas beneath door hinges and behind bumpers. Minor blemishes may be neutralized by wrapping a cotton cloth around your index finger and burnishing the polish into the finish.
If you machine-buff the polish/wax to a high luster, go with an orbital rather than a rotary model, which would be more likely to burn the paint. The rotary buffer is much faster than orbital but in the wrong hands can easily damage paint. Treat the plastic chrome as if it were a painted surface and protect it with a light coat of wax. Try and not get any on the black rubberized parts. If you do, spray it with a mist and wipe product and wipe it down with a terry cloth towel. If that doesn't work a professional detailer gave this as a suggestion: Microwave some peanut butter and apply it to the stain with a soft toothbrush. Peanut butter's oils dissolve the wax and its abrasive enough to lift the stain. If you get a polish/wax residue around emblems or in crevices, break out the cotton swabs and toothbrushes. After removing it all go around and remove any excess from the cracks and emblems using a brush and towel. Cloth diapers are excellent for buffing up a shine.
Here's a tip: break the car down into equal sections. Apply the prep/sealer/wax to one section at a time before moving on to the next. This let's you concentrate your efforts on small areas at a time.
Also keep a good car duster around for getting the dust that some products leave behind.
Plus remember to protect your cars finish from the elements as much as possible. This means storing the car in a garage, covered area, or with a good quality car cover. A car that is constantly exposed to sunlight and other environmental hazards will deteriorate quicker and require significantly more cosmetic maintenance.
We hope that you found the information helpful.
For the best selection and lowest prices, shop with a reputable dealer such as Moose Pak LLC at http://www.MPCustoms.com
Komaka Wilson has been in the auto accessory and detailing business for over 15 years.