Tip of the Week: Bottoms Up!

Caring for new babies can be very stressful, and as mothers we strive to
keep them comfortable and healthy. Still, even with the best care and
caution, babies can end up with diaper rash. Here are several
recommendations from the American Academy
of Family Physicians that can help you
and your baby avoid this uncomfortable condition:

1) Check your baby's diaper often and change it as soon as it's soiled.
2) Carefully clean your baby's bottom between diaper changes. Use warm water
with -- or without -- a very mild soap.
3) Let your baby's skin dry completely before putting on another diaper.
4) Avoid baby wipes that are scented or contain alcohol.
5) Use ointments that contain zinc oxide (such as Desitin) or petroleum
(such as Vaseline) to protect your baby's skin from moisture.
6) Avoid plastic pants or diapers with plastic edges.
7) After your baby's bath, pat his or her bottom dry with a towel instead of
rubbing it. Rubbing can irritate your baby's sensitive skin.
8) If your baby's diaper rash persists, change the brand of wipes, diapers
or soap you're using and consult your doctor.

Tip of the Week: Stylish City Wheels!

Are you tired of lugging around a bulky stroller? If so, you might want to
upgrade to the City Mini by Baby Jogger!
(http://babyjogger.com/cityminimain.htm) This super-light stroller will make
getting around Chicago a breeze -- and in plenty of time to maneuver through
the festival and beach crowds of spring and summer.

You can check out this stroller and more at The Right Start, 2121 N. Clybourn!

Tip of the Week: Hand-me-downs!

When the going gets tough, the moms get going! You can clean out your closet
-- and make a little money, too -- by posting items on handmedowns.com.
Children's clothing, maternity wear, bedding, cribs, strollers and toys are
just some of the items that can be bought, sold, given away or donated to a
charity on these classified ads just for mommies!

After cleaning out the closet, you might need a break -- so check out
handmedowns.com's list of available caregivers! Enjoy!

Tip of the Week: Green and Stylish

We all try to do our part to take care of the environment, so why not do it
with a little style?

Goody Green Bags (available at http://goodygreenbag.com/) are reusable bags
that are functional, but still stylish. Choose from several trendy patterns
and have fun while doing your part to help the environment. The bags are
made from non-woven polypropylene -- a coated, water-resistant material that
is light, durable, fire-resistant and best of all, washable!

This great Triple B Tip was brought to us by Triple B member Sarah Rudich.
Thanks, Sarah!