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December 11, 2006 14:45 - Cooking Celeriac For Baby
Celeriac may look like a strange, bumpy brown object, but it is actually a very tasty vegetable - so why not develop your baby's palate and try including some celeraic in his next meal?
Celeriac - also known as celery root, knob celery and turnip-rooted celery - is very rich in vitamin C and is also a great source of iron and calcium. It is the root of a plant similar to celery, although it tastes sweeter and milder than celery.
When buying celeriac for your baby, look for one that seems heavy for its size, with no bruises on the skin. Small is best... larger roots are overgrown and can be woody in texture. When you're ready to cook the celeriac, wash it under running water, cut it into quarters and peel off the brown skin.
boil it, then mash it with white potatoes to give them a unique flavour your baby will love
cut it into chunks and roast it alongside other vegetables, then mash well or puree for younger babies
use it in vegetable soups for your baby
NOTE: As with all foods, celeriac should be introduced separately to your baby, or with foods that your baby is already safely eating, to ensure that it does not provoke an allergic reaction. It is not recommended as a first food and is best introduced when your baby is already enjoying a wide range of other vegetables.
Simple celeriac baby food recipe - celeriac and apple mash
1 small celeriac, peeled and chopped milk (you can use formula/breast milk) 1/2 apple, peeled and sliced 2oz cooked rice
Simmer the celeriac and the apple in a little water until tender. Drain, then place in a bowl with the cooked rice and mash together. Stir in enough warm milk to achieve the perfect consistency for your baby. For younger babies, you can puree the mixture, adding more milk as necessary.
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December 12, 2006 13:37 - Could Your Baby's Toys Harm His Hearing?
For many of us busy shopping for suitable Christmas toys for our little ones, results of tests carried out by the Ear Institute at University College (London UK) make interesting reading.
As this BBC report shows, 14 out of 15 toys tested made noises which were above 85 decibels (the recommended safety limit) when held close to the ear. The charity Deafness Research UK warns that these toys could actually damage a child's hearing.
Researcher Dr Brad Backus said that, whilst these toys do have the potential to cause harm, they should be safe if used sensibly. This means that children shouldn't use these toys for too long (no more than one hour a day), nor should they place them too close to their ears.
If you have older children, you may be interested to know that the main culprits were toy guns - but, worryingly, some toys mentioned in the BBC news report - including the VTech Pop Up Surprise Ball and the Fisher Price Dance Baby Dance Buildin Band - are intended for babies.
As the report suggests, these toys are probably fine when used safely - but it would be a good idea to keep a close eye on your baby when he's playing with them - or maybe even to avoid buying them in the first place.
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December 12, 2006 15:27 - Great Deals At Babies R Us This Christmas (US)
If you're looking for gifts and accessories for your baby, then why not take advantage of some of the excellent offers from Babies R Us?
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FREE Umbrella Stroller with $100 purchase
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December 13, 2006 14:26 - Nestle Infant Formula - FDA Warning
The FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) has warned Nestle S.A. (NSRGY) that a sample of its Good Start infant formula did not contain enough calcium and phosphorus to meet minimum nutrition standards.
In May, a sample of Nestle brand Good Start Infant Formula with Iron was tested. According to the FDA, the sample was just short of the required amounts of calcium and phosphorus and contained less than stated on the label.
Nestle is now required to let the FDA know of the steps it plans to take to correct the problem, which puts it in violation of federal regulations.
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December 13, 2006 15:04 - Babycenter's Nutrabella Belly Bars (US)
If you, or someone you know, is pregnant or has just had a baby, then you might be interested in the Nutrabelly Belly Bars from the Babycenter.
The Belly Bars are natural, fortified snack bars, designed to meet your nutritional needs before, during and after pregnancy and they're ob/gyn recommended. Each box contains 12 bars and they come in tempting flavors like Baby Needs Chocolate, Mellow Oat and Berry Nutty Cravings.
These bars are receiving rave reviews from moms and moms-to-be... so why not click on the link below to visit the Babycenter and try them for yourself!
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December 13, 2006 16:31 - Recall Of Children's Boots (US)
"See Kai Run" children's boots are being recalled, because the snaps pose a choking hazard.
The "Ellis" children's boots, sold in pre-walk and toddler sizes from 3 to 9 are being recalled because the metal snaps on the side of the boot closure can detach. There has been one report of a child starting to choke on one of these snaps.
The boots (pictured below) are black with white stitching. They have either a leather or faux fur lining and the words "See Kai Run" are written on the soles and insoles. "Ellis - FF" or "Ellis - L" is written on the side of the shoe box under the Style heading. This recall does not include any other styles or models.
The boots were sold at children's shoe stores, department stores, boutiques and online nationwide from November 2004 through November 2006 for around $40.
If you have any of these boots, you should take them away from your child and return them to the store you purchased them from, who will offer a refund or replacement pair of shoes.
For more information, please contact See Kai Run at (888) 524-7463 from 9 a.m.to 5 p.m. PT Monday to Friday, or visit their website at www.seekairun.com.
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December 13, 2006 16:45 - Recall Of Children's Butterfly Necklaces (US)
These children's butterfly necklaces (pictured below) present a lead poisoning hazard to young children if the clasp is ingested.
Thankfully, no injuries have been reported as yet, but if an older sibling has one of these necklaces, you should take it away immediately and return it to the store where you purchased it for a free replacement product. Alternatively, you can contact U.S. Toy Co. Inc. at (800) 832-0224 between 8:30am and 5 p.m. CT, Monday to Friday, or
visit their website at www.ustoy.com, to arrange to return the necklace.
The necklaces involved in the recall are silver-colored and feature multi-colored pendants shaped like butterflies. The necklaces are packaged in pink and purple cardboard, with "Butterfly Necklace" printed on the front and "Item #JA442" on the back. They were sold by U.S. Toy Co. stores and at children's and discount stores nationwide from October 2005 until November 2006 for around $4 per dozen.
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December 13, 2006 17:00 - Recall Of Brio Rattles
BRIO is voluntarily recalling its bell rattles, as they pose a choking hazard to young children.
It has been found that the bell can break into small pieces, although no injuries have yet been reported.
The rattles (pictured below) are made of wood and have 6 slats connecting the 2 round ends. The metal bell is contained inside the slats and the rattle has the name BRIO on one side. The rattles were sold nationwide via mail order, online and through specialty toy stores from February 2005 through April 2006, for around $5.
If you have one of these toys at home, take it away from your child and contact K'NEX Industries
at (800) 543-5639 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday to Friday, or e-mail them at email@KNEX.com, for a free replacement toy.
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December 13, 2006 17:11 - Recall Of Powerpuff Girl Necklaces (US)
Yet another product recall today - this time concerning children's "Powerpuff Girls" necklaces.
The necklaces have been found to be high in lead content, posing a lead poisoning hazard for very young children.
The necklaces (one style of which is pictured below) are multi colored pendants hanging from black cords. The pendants are shaped as the head of one of the 3 Powerpuff Girl cartoon characters. They are packaged in purple cardboard, with the 3 characters plus the words "CARTOON NETWORK" and "THE POWERPUFF GIRLS" printed on both sides.
They were sold at carnivals, amusement parks, family entertainment centers and small discount stores nationwide, and also at www.rinovelty.com, from March 2003 until November 2006 for around $1.
If you have any of these necklaces at home, return them to the store you purchased them from for a replacement. Alternatively, contact Rhode Island
Novelty at 1-800-528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST, Monday
to Friday, or visit their web site at www.rinovelty.com to arrange for a replacement.
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December 13, 2006 21:37 - Recall Of Baby Puffa Jackets (UK)
QS Baby Fur Trim Puffa Jackets are being recalled in the UK because they may pose a choking hazard.
The jackets, with an item code of E83056 and priced at £7, feature metal press studs that may come loose. They have been removed from sale by QS, who is now asking customers to return them (no receipt necessary) for a full refund. No other QS baby jackets are included in this recall.
If you have any questions or require further information, speak to your local store manager or contact QS Customer Services on 0121 703 8935.
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December 13, 2006 21:50 - Recall Of BabyBjörn Feeding Spoons (Australia)
BabyBjörn Feeding Spoons are being recalled in Australia because the spoon does not meet BabyBjörn's safety requirements.
The spoons, which were sold nationally, are found to deteriorate in the bowl section of the spoon after extended use. If you have one of these spoons, you should return it to Scanbrands at PO Box 1306, South Melbourne VIC, who will provide a replacement spoon free of charge.
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December 14, 2006 14:36 - UK Product Recall - The First Years® Shake 'n Jingle Keys
The First Years® Shake 'n Jingle Keys are being recalled by their manufacturers as they may pose a choking hazard to children.
The keys, with a style number of Y2852, can crack at the top, releasing small parts. The keys were sold from August 2005-October 2006 for around £6 - the keys involved in this recall have the letter "F" in the date code stamp listed between date codes 2015F01 through 2636F04 on the packaging and product. Keys with "TE" in the date code or yellow sides on the remote control are not part of this recall.You can find the date code on the back of the remote control.
If you have any of these keys, you should take them away from your child immediately and return them to - Recall Department, RC2, Westacott Road, Barnstaple, EX32 8AW. You will be sent a cheque for a full refund plus postage costs, so remember to include your full postal address. Alternatively, call 0800 0199834 for more information.
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December 14, 2006 14:57 - Unique Gift Ideas From eBeanstalk (US)
Here's a novel idea - instead of purchasing a single gift for baby, why not purchase a developmentally appropriate "gift series"? This is the innovative service offered by our sponsors, eBeanstalk.
So how does it work?
The eBeanstalk team, comprising 4 child development specialists and their 'MotherBoard' of 250 US moms, has identified the best developmental toys and games and grouped them together into a gift series.
With any gift series, a child receives 4 gifts over a 12 month period (1 gift every 3 months). Also included are
an eBeanstalk Instruction Card. This describes why the toy was chosen, the skills the it helps to develop and how a parent and child can play with it together
1 year subscription to Parenting Magazine
free shipping and handling
an attractive eBeanstalk box -- a white box with beanstalk wrapping tape that children love to play with - no gift wrapping is necessary!
Click the banner below to visit eBeanstalk and view their range of superb developmental toys (single gifts also available).
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December 15, 2006 14:01 - Macy's Recalls Infant Coveralls (US)
Macy's is recalling it's Baby greendog girl's knit coveralls because the snaps on the legs can detach, which may pose a choking hazard for young children.
The coveralls (pictured below) are off-white in color and have long sleeves with pastel stripes. They also feature a floral motif on the right of the chest and were sold with a matching striped cap. Sold in sizes from 0-12 months at Macy's stores nationwide from August 2006 through
October 2006 for about $30, the coveralls have the style number 1053EGR410 printed on the hang tag.
Please stop using these coveralls immediately if you have them and return them to Macy's, who will give you a full refund or store credit. For more information, you can contact Macy's Merchandising
Group toll-free on (877) 874-2812 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
to Friday - alternatively, visit their website at www.fds.com/cpsc
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December 15, 2006 14:16 - Recall Of Wal-Mart Stuffed Christmas Beagles (US)
Wal-Mart is recalling its Holiday Time Stuffed Christmas Beagles because the red pompoms attached to the wreath on the beagle's mouth can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
The brown and white beagle (pictured below) has a red scarf and a Santa hat with red and white striped trim. It is 7" tall and 5" long and the sewn-in labels are printed with "Marketed by WAL-MART STORES, INC" and UPC number "8 85271 90780 3". "Holiday Time" is printed on the hang tag. The dogs were sold at Wal-Mart stores across the nation from September 2006 through December 2006 for around $3.
If you have one of these dogs, please return it to your local Wal-Mart store for a full refund. For further information, you can contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit their website at www.walmartstores.com.
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December 15, 2006 15:25 - Nestle Will Not Be Recalling Its Infant Formula (US)
In spite of warnings from the FDA, Nestle will not be recalling its infant formula.
Earlier this week, we posted details of the FDA's warning to Nestle that a sample of its Good Start formula with Iron did not meet infant nutrition standards. However, Nestle has rejected the FDA's test results, stating - "We have had two independent tests done by absolutely top quality laboratories and we have not been able to confirm the findings of the FDA...There is no question of a recall. We are in contact with the FDA and discussions are in progress."
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December 16, 2006 22:59 - Your Baby And Vitamin D
Did you know that vitamin D is often known as the "sunshine vitamin" - because its main source for your baby is actually the sun rather than his diet?
We have just added a new page to our site telling you more about vitamin D - why your baby needs it and how you can ensure he's getting enough. We also look at the subject of routine vitamin D supplementation for breastfed infants - including the arguments for and against - plus we show you how guidelines vary around the world ...
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December 17, 2006 13:47 - Traveling Abroad With Baby This Christmas - Safety Tips
Traveling abroad with your baby can be great fun - but it's important to be aware of some of the common safety hazards that exist and to learn how to avoid them!
Diarrhea and gastrointestinal illness are the most common problems affecting babies and young children when traveling abroad. This is because they have little immunity to food-and waterborne illnesses and also because they often have their hands in their mouths! But diarrhea can be serious in infants because they can become dehydrated quite quickly.
Breastfeeding (if possible) is the best way to prevent illness of this type. You should also make sure that you only offer your child purified water (when appropriate) and to use purified water to make ice cubes, brush your baby's teeth and mix his formula or foods.
Make sure that everyone washes their hands thoroughly at all times and that all toys, pacifiers/dummies etc are kept clean.
If you give your child any dairy products, make sure that they are pasteurized. Wash all fresh fruit and vegetables thoroughly. Bring finger foods that you have prepared yourself when you go out on trips, to avoid buying "snacks" from sources which may be unsafe (roadside vendors, for example). Make sure any meat or fish that your child eats is thoroughly cooked.
Protect your child against insects such as mosquitoes, flies and ticks by covering their skin as much as possible when outdoors. Use air conditioning at night (if available) and make sure that windows are screened - if not, you should use a mosquito net over your child's bed. Buy a protective net for your baby's carrier, too, to protect him outdoors. You can apply insect repellent to your child's skin, but you should not use it under clothing or near your baby's face or hands, in case he transfers it into his mouth. You shouldn't use DEET on babies less than 2 months of age. Some parents find that lavender oil, combined with baby oil, makes an effective, natural alternative to DEET.
Talk to your doctor if you are visiting an area where diseases such as malaria and yellow fever are present, because your baby may be too young to receive the necessary vaccinations.
Don't allow your baby to play directly on the ground - instead, use a towel to protect him from parasites that may be present in soil.
Make sure that your child is not allowed to wander near - or to touch - any stray animals.
If possible, bring your baby's car safety seat with you - they are sometimes unavailable abroad, or those that are available may be unsafe.
Supervise your child around water at all times.
Make sure that your child is protected from the harmful rays of the sun by applying a sunscreen of at least SPF 15 every two hours (and more often if your baby has been in water or is sweating). Sunscreen is not recommended for babies under 6 months of age, who should be kept in the shade with their skin covered.
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