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Maclaren is recalling nine of its stroller models due to the risk of finger amputation. The stroller hinge has amputated the fingertips of 12 toddlers while it was being unfolded. The affected models are: Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, Techno XLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno and Easy Traveller. This recall means that, if you own one of these strollers, you will be able to obtain a free hinge cover kit by contacting Maclaren.

Oh boy. Tylenol has just issued a recall on certain lots of infant and children’s Tylenol because it may be contaminated with a bacteria that causes pneumonia. We’ve given Bugsy a few doses of infant Tylenol in the past couple weeks because of vaccinations and a cold that he caught, so I was not happy to hear this. I immediately grabbed our bottle of infant Tylenol and checked the lot numbers being recalled. Whew, it wasn’t one of them. It doesn’t make me feel very good, however, to hear that a product that’s supposed to make your child feel better may make them worse. The list of specific lots that have been recalled can be found on the Tylenol website.

I must admit that when I received the product suggestion for The Diaper Clutch, I immediately thought, “Another diaper and wipes pouch?” Don’t get me wrong, I love these things and have one in my diaper bag at all times. It’s just that variations of these pouches seem to be popping up all the time these days.

After using The Diaper Clutch for a few weeks, I’ve kicked out my other diaper and wipes pouch into the back-up diaper bag and The Diaper Clutch has gained a permanent home in my everyday diaper bag. I hadn’t realized how handy a built-in wipes case is. It makes changing diapers such a breeze, especially when you need to have one hand on the baby. I don’t have to fuss with pulling out a wipes case from the pouch and putting it back in. I just open the flap, pull out a diaper, open the wipes lid, and then close the lid and pull over the flap when done.

The Diaper Clutch is made to fit the disposable packs of wipes you can buy for a couple bucks. With a full pack of wipes, I could only tuck in one or two size 2 diapers comfortably behind the wipes, but as the wipes are used, it frees up space, and I’ve been able to fit up to four diapers.

My one bit of criticism: I would love to see this clutch made to fit a hard wipes case so that it could be easily refillable and not dependent on purchasing the disposable packs of wipes.

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What were people thinking back then? [via The Consumerist]

If you haven’t seen it already, here’s a recent video that’s gone viral. A (real) wedding procession that’s literally dancing down the aisle. Pooky loves watching it.

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When I see someone wearing their baby in this town, it’s usually in an Ergo. With Pooky, I had an organic denim Ergo and, as she grew out of the newborn stage, it was definitely our go-to carrier because it was so convenient, supportive, and sturdy. Once I was able to do back carries with her, life with a babe became so much easier. I got things done around the house, didn’t need to lug around a big stroller, and kept Pooky nearby and happy.

With Bugsy, we upgraded from the denim Ergo to the most current style Ergo in black with green trim/hood. Some people complain about the bulkiness of the Ergo, but I actually found it very lightweight compared to the denim version. When it’s really hot out, it can be uncomfortable, but I think you’ll find that in general with any baby carrier.

PROS

• wonderful weight distribution means effortless carrying for long stretches without shoulder or back pain
• convenient pocket that’s great for storing wallet, keys, diaper change
• easy on and off for both front and back carries
• sturdy fabric that doesn’t require delicate treatment and can potentially last through all your children
• adjustability means most caregivers will be able to share the carrier
• great investment since the carrier can be used for a long time (newborn to toddler)

CONS

• although Josh and I can both wear it, it’s not as great of a fit on Josh as it is for me (he’s 6′, I’m 5′2″)
• not ideal for carrying a newborn. We started using it once Bugsy was able to spread his legs out around the carrier (about 2.5 months old)
• wide waistband is super supportive but makes it awkward to sit down when carrying in the front

Bath time not noisy enough for you? Pooky’s bathtub is just full of bath toys (I thought it was a really good idea to get all those alphabet letters and numbers). We try to keep her occupied so that bath time is easier on us since she can be quite fussy about taking a bath these days. These Tub Tunes Water Drums can definitely keep a kiddo happily banging away. The pitch of the drums change depending on how deep they’re submerged into the water. Of course, pots, bowls, and tupperware probably work just as well. Or maybe you’d like to skip the musical tunes altogether and just stick with the splashing. $12.95 at Amazon. (via Boing Boing)

Hate to admit it, but we just watched the “big announcement” episode of Jon and Kate Plus Eight. If you’re wondering where to purchase one of those crooked houses that was featured on the show, you can go here. If you were thinking (like I was) that they were probably purty expensive, they are. Prices range from $1,249 for the Original Playhouse to $4,449 for the Double Deluxe Playhouse.

After Pooky had an accident on her foam fold-out couch, we tossed it out and replaced it with the One Touch Tent. Pacific Play Tents makes some pretty cool looking tents, and it was hard to choose, but we were sold when we read about the ease of the One Touch Tent. This tent pops open and close as easily as an umbrella. No rods to push in or take out. This makes it ultra portable because it simply collapses into a compact and lightweight shape and comes with a carrying bag.

It’s 4′ long, 4′ wide, and 3′ tall and can fit Pooky and one parent. The bottom is waterproof, and it has a cutout round window on one side that can be fitted with one of the fun tunnels available from Pacific Play Tents. The tent lives in the corner of Pooky’s room, and she loves taking naps in it.  We also purchased it thinking we could tote it on vacation and set it up on the floor or bed to encourage Pooky to sleep better (and on her own) in unfamiliar places.