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`BABY GEAR
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`magazine
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`A Complete Consumer Guide For Canadian Parents
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`by Rachel Rafelman
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`A DENISE SCHUN BOOK
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`Macmillan Canada
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`ll DENISE SCHDN BOOK
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`Co-pyrig}1t© Denise Sciion £5: Associates, 1997
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`All rights reserved. The use of any part of this publication, reproduced, transmitted in any
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`the case of photocopying or other reprographic cop}-'it1g of the materials, a licence must be
`obtained from the Canadian Copyright Licensing Agency before proceeding.
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`Canadian Cataloguing in Ptiblication Data
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`Rafelman, Rachel
`Baby gear for the first year
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`lncfucles index.
`ISBN: U—77'l5—7-406-1
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`1. Infants’ supplies — Purchasing. 2. Consumer education.
`I. Title.
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`l{J6l.R33 1997 E>49’.122'U297 C9?-930215-3
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`Front cover photograph credits
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`Top right: Contemporary Golden Ash Crib courtes}.-' of Little Folks Ltd.
`Bottom left: l’li1<omatic With Hood and Boot courtesy of
`Peg Perego Canada Inc. (1-800-953-4488)
`Bottom right: Stuffed Toys (tit Ciuncl, Inc.
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`Macmillan Canada wishes to thank the Canada Council, the Ontario Arts Council and the
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`Published by:
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`A division of Canada Publishing, Corporation
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`Design and illustrations: Olga Ullmann
`"Typesetting: Pat Walker
`Production: Sarah Weber I Anna Barron
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`Copy editor: Susan Dickinsong'Book1nal<.ers Press
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`' The Seatsaver is a l1e;n-"y-ditty rubber
`pad made to save your car upholstery from
`depression damage caused by the safety seat.
`($18.95)
`0 The Auto Organizer straps onto the
`back of the front seat. it is made of fabric and
`has two large storage pockets for diapers,
`toys or extra clothing, so your car can remain
`uncluttered. ($15.95)
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`A free brochure on protecting children
`through the Lise of child safety seats, Called
`”Choosing and Using Child Safety Seats,” is
`available by calling the Ministry of Trans-
`portation at 1-800-268-4636 or ill 6-235-4636.
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`For general information on road safety,
`including use of car seats, call Transport
`Canada at 1-800-333-0371 or, if you are in the
`Ottawa region, 613-993-9851.
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`Now that baby is home, let’s look at the sim-
`plest of all
`journeys—the neighbourhood
`walk. When you start heading out,
`it may
`seem anything but simple. The first thing you
`need is some form of baby transportation
`(stroller, carriage or carrier).
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`These days, everyone is busy and time is of
`the essence. Parents need the means to trans-
`port their babies quickly, easily and safely,
`and for some, even the light quick-fold
`strollers slow them down. A baby carrier is
`the best option in this case, for it is both con-
`ucnietit and Comfortable.
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`Carriers provide parents with the free-
`dom to go anywhere and to engage in a
`wider range of activities while doing so {your
`hands are free). For parents with an older
`child, the -carrier allows the use of a stroller at
`the same time and quiets the little one when
`she gets fussy. Babies in carriers often fall
`asleep, and putting a cranky infant in a car-
`rier can often transform hectic family time
`into happy family time. This is probably re-
`lated to the feeling of security passed from
`the parent to the child.
`There is a huge range of infant carriers
`available. You can carry your baby in front,
`on your back or on the side in a number of
`different ways, and making a choice before
`your baby is born could be difficult. The
`manner in which you carry your baby is,
`after all, a very individual preference. For
`some people, front carriers are hard on the
`back; for others, they feel natural and corn-
`fortable. When shopping for a carrier, con-
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`sider all the options, and if possible, try on
`friends’ carriers so that you can find one
`which suits you.
`For a young baby (under 6 months), a
`front carrier is best. Altlrough a front carrier
`can be stressful on your back if used improp-
`erly or if poorly made, many parents prefer
`it, because they can see the baby at all times
`and reach her with ease. A front carrier has
`the added advantage of keeping the baby
`close to the mother or father, where the infant
`can hear the heartbeat and feel the warmth.
`This is sometimes referred to as "mars-upial
`mothering," a phrase that refers to the mar-
`supial’s pouch and the practice of keeping
`the baby physically close after birth.
`When they hear the term "baby carrier,”
`most people still think of the Snugli—the
`original fabric baby carrier worn on the front.
`Except in the details, like the fabric and col-
`our range, the Snugli hasn't changed much
`since the late 1970s, when it first became pop-
`ular. Snuglis work best for young babies, and
`parents tend to love or hate them. Today,
`there are many more styles and variations to
`Choose from.
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`Many of the front ca rriers can be adjusted
`so that the baby can look outward rather than
`face the parent. This works well only when
`the baby is able to hold up her head. At this
`stage, she will enjoy taking in the sights
`around her. The face~forw-ard position makes
`it easier for the parent to sit down while wear-
`ing the carrier.
`There are also sling carriers that allow
`the baby to be carried on the hip. This is eas-
`ier on the back when the baby gets a bit heath
`ier. A sling carrier enables you to carry the
`baby in several different positions. It should
`have padded edges and a thick shoulder pad
`for comfort. This carrier is very portable. One
`Mom reported that she carried her daughter
`Alexandra, "the world’s most colicky baby,”
`for miles in her sling carrier during her first
`few months, with no problems at all.
`For people accustomed to backpacking,
`a back carrier is a natural way to go. A back-
`pack works well for the slightly older baby
`who is able to sit up. It is easier to use on long
`walks and puts less strain on the lower back
`than the chest carrier. in addition, a backpack
`provides the baby with a bird’s—eye View of
`his surrounciings. However, it has a few dis-
`advantages. For one thing, you cannot see
`your baby‘, and in order to administer to his
`needs, you must take the pack off and put
`it down on a secure surface. You also cannot
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`sit down properly when you are wearing 2:
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`THE PllltT‘.llIl.E
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`backpack, so it is not really suitable if you are
`taking public transportation.
`lf you want
`to do chores around the
`house, a backpack is easier than at Front car-
`rier. Tliere is a soft, strapless backpack avail-
`able that wraps around the parent's chest.
`The Baby Wrap can be adjusted to fit babies
`from newborn up to '16 kilograms (35 lb) and
`is designed to distribute the baby’s weight
`evenly to reduce hack strain. This carrier is
`an updated version of the I!lC_1'lUm|'i, a tradi-
`tional carrier used by African women. Many
`parents find it Colnfortable, but at $84.95, it's
`a bit pricey.
`You can also use the Slingalong (536) as
`a hip carrier for an older baby. It is El ham-
`mock—style carrier that can be used for new-
`borns and, when adjusted to an upright posi-
`tion, for toddlers. Or, if you want additional
`support across your shoulders and back, the
`Deluxe Baby Cucldler ($48.95) has an extra-
`large fabric area across the back for wider
`' weight distribution and extra padding for a
`more comfortable fit.
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`I-lip carriers feel the most natural, since
`the hip is Where the majority of us automati-
`i"
`' cally carry our babies. The most common
`one, called the Hip Snuggle:-tr ($32.95), has a
`wide, padded adjustable strap that goes
`across the body, with the pouch for the baby
`at waist
`level. Carrying a baby this way
`' means the parent feels only 25 percent of the
`child’s body weight. Most hip carriers, how-
`ever, are advisable only for babies 4 months
`and older.
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`If you need. a hip carrier for a younger
`or very tiny baby, there is a product called the
`I<anga«Belt ($39.95), which is slung around
`the hips, not over the shoulders. When not in
`use, the pouch retracts into the small belt, so
`it can be worn all day. It is also designed for
`babies as young as 6 weeks. However, it is
`not as convenient as other Carriers, since you
`still need one hand placed behind the baby’s
`head and back.
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`If you have twins, there are carriers avail-
`able for you to use, although they may prove
`a bit difficult to find. Gemini makes at Twin
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`Baby Carrier [$74) that can be used comfort-
`ably with two babies up to approxiinately 13
`_ kilograms (28 lb} total. With preemies, it is a
`good way to keep body ternperat-tire up, and it
`provides excellent head and neck support.
`If you are interested in a baby carrier,
`try it out in the store first—ideally, with your
`baby. Remember, when you are making your
`carrier selection:
`1. It should allow full use of both hands
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`when using it—not a crucial feature, but 2!.
`helpful one.
`2.1t should pi-ovide adequate head and
`back support for the baby. There should be
`stiff padding where the head goes.
`3. Be sure it is easy to put on and take off.
`4.lt should have latches that hold se-
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`curely and are easy to adjust when in use.
`5. Make sure it is large enough to accom-
`modate a husky baby or a baby in heavy
`clothing (like a snovrsuitl
`6. The leg holes should be roomy and
`padded.
`7. The shoulder straps should be ad-
`justable to fit your particular body (and your
`partner's). They should also be wide for secu-
`rity and adequately padded for cointort.
`8. Don’t Forget machine wasliability.
`Fabric should also be shrinkproof. You won't
`believe how grubby these things get in a short
`period of time.
`9. Pockets on the outside for diapers,
`pacificrs and the like are a nice but not essen-
`tial feature.
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`IIJ. For maximum use, purchase a car-
`rier that can be converted to more than one
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`position {e.g., back to front}.
`I1.Check that the stitching is free of
`faults. Triple stitching gives the greatest
`strength and durability.
`12. Make sure all buckles, zippers and
`fasteners work smoothly.
`13. Check the manutacl-urei'-’s warranty.
`14. If you are buying a backpack, make
`certain that the alurninurn frame is properly
`padded to avoid painful bumps.
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`STIIIJLLERS
`Every parent needs a stroller. lt’s one of the
`easiest and most pleasant methods of taking
`your baby on outings. But like all baby para-
`phernalia, a stroller needs to be chosen with
`care. You'll want to buy the safest stroller
`available and to use it
`in accordance with
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`stroller safety rules.
`The stroller is the piece of baby equip-
`ment that you will probably use the longest,
`so you're well advised to choose a sturdy,
`well—made model.
`if you plan on having
`more than one child, it will serve you in good
`stead, There are many inexpensive strollers
`on the market, but for the most part,
`the},-'
`self—destruct in a comparatively short time.
`They are also not as easy to manoeuvre or as
`comfortable for your baby.
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