BABYOURSELF Magazine - Fall 2012

FALL 2012

pampering for preggos

Fall Fashion Forecast from fashion expert

Marianne Ilunga

sanity for sleepless mommies

Orlando

FAVORITE

on-the-go products

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(and giveaways!)

Smartphones

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CAR SEAT SAFETY

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This September and October, when you purchase Pink Out apparel, merchandise, food and beverages from participating Park Avenue and Hannibal Square retailers, a portion of each sale will go to the Winter Park Memorial Hospital Mammography Scholarship Fund to benefit the women of our community. Pink Out was created to increase breast health awareness, encourage women to get regular mammograms, and provide financial support to women who can’t afford an annual mammogram.

Last year, Pink Out raised enough to provide mammograms to 30 women—one of whom was diagnosed with breast cancer and went on to receive treatment. With your participation in 2012, we can help even more.

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CONTENTS

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The Fall Issue - On-the-Go Moms!

Special Features

CAR SEAT SAFETY guidelines and tips

DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES At what age should my child . . . ?

10 – Infamous mom bag – Must-haves and contingency items 11 – Babyourself’s TOP 10 FAVORITE on-the-go products 12 – Smartphones and toddlers – What we learned about our tech-savvy children

18 – Fall fashion forecast – Fashion and styling tips for this fall

For the Preggos & Mommies

14 – Breastfeeding on the go – Can you breastfeed and still have a life?

23 – Easy cooking solutions – Time saving recipe 24 – Car seat safety – Car seat tips to keep our children safe

SMARTPHONES AND TODDLERS What did we learn from our survey?

28 – Move of the Month – Get moving and get fit with a

MEALS FOR THE BUSY MOM meet your new best friend - the crock pot!

jogging stroller!

30 – Reality Chic – Irrational fears

Expert Advice

16 – I’d like to keep my ankles, please – How to keep swelling during pregnancy to a minimum

26 – Ask the Pediatrician – When can I expect to

see certain developmental milestones in my baby?

ON THE COVER Stylist Marianne Ilunga is no stranger to high fashion photoshoots. It was only fitting when she shared with babyourself the exciting news of her pregnancy, that she would have her time in front of the camera and share her Fall Fashion Forecast.

From “blue as the new black,” leather leggings and statement handbags, check out Marianne’s fall must-haves!

Photography by Claude LaGuerre Jr Photography

Styling by Stylissima

Hair and Makeup by Safia Michelle, Lipstick Mixtapes

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babyourself LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

babyourself Volume 3, Issue 5 ~

Is busy the new normal?

Fall 2012

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Remember when you would say hello to a friend or neighbor, and ask, “How are you?”, and their reply was, “Fine,” or “I’m doing good!”. But now, nine times out of 10 it seems like the common reply is, “I’m good, but oh my goodness, I’m so busy!”.

I could be wrong, but it seems like the new norm is to keep busy, with our smartphone in hand, staying up to speed on all the details in life. No matter if we are sitting in a doctor’s office, waiting in the school car line or sitting at a red light, we find ourselves updating our Facebook status, looking at our Twitter feed, sending a text message, or mastering another level of Angry Birds. It seems we can’t even go to the restroom without toting our cell phone along with us (or is that just me?).

We have dedicated this issue to the busy, multitasking mom! If you are a nursing mom, check out our tips on page 14 to help while you are on-the-go! Do you know the latest car seat safety requirements? We asked a firefighter, (and a new mom!) to share with our readers what you need to know to make sure your little one is safe (p.

24). We have the results from our “Smartphones and Toddlers” survey (p. 12), and excellent fashion advice from our (pregnant!) Stylissima on page 18.

Spread throughout this issue, you will see our “Top 10 On-the-Go Products!”, all very helpful in making our busy lives that much easier. Plus, many of these on-thego products will be offered as giveaways! All of our giveaways are announced on our Facebook page. It’s pretty simple. Like, find, like! All winners will be chosen through random.org.

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EDITOR IN CHIEF kristi corley

EDITORS jennifer hatcher elisabeth myrick

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS greg gordon, m.d. jennifer hatcher vickie myers elisabeth myrick kaleen richards jackie vega sarah winter

PHOTOGRAPHY elisabeth nixon photography claude laguerre jr photography

WEB AND DESIGN andy corley

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GIVEAWAYS!

Considering this issue is all about how busy we are, it seems a little silly to suggest that we all take a moment to slow down and smell the roses! HOWEVER, wouldn’t it be wonderful to use the minutes that you save at dinner (by using your slow cooker!) to spend a few more minutes snuggling with your children or reading them a book? Busy may be the new normal, but let’s make sure our family knows we are not too busy for them! Let’s make the most of every moment we have.

Kristi Corley editor in chief kristi@babyourself.com

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The infamous MOM BAG!

by Elisabeth Myrick

When a mom ventures out with baby for the first time, it seems as though her bag suddenly includes everything for every possible need baby might have while out and about, including, but not limited to diapers, wipes, pacifier, bottles, bibs, hand sanitizer, and sometimes, the actual kitchen sink (you never know right?). My daughter’s diaper bag was the size of a small piece of carry-on luggage, and I carried a purse with it! As you grow a little more confident and learn to anticipate what your baby will actually need, the load lessens slightly, and once your baby becomes a toddler, the diaper bag may even get packed away in favor of a big purse.

Gucci Soho Tote Red calf leather handbag from Gucci featuring twin handles, GG embossed logo on the front, tassel detail and hook closure. Saks exculsive. saks fifth avenue .com

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Now that my daughter is nearly three, I carry two bags, one that stays in the car and includes everything I like to refer to as my “contingency items”. The other bag is a gigantic purse that one friend affectionately calls my “Mary Poppins bag” and includes necessities for me and my daughter. So what would you find if you rummaged through my bags? Here are a few of our “mom bag” must-haves:

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Keep-with-you-at-all-times items

Contingency items

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Sanitizing wipes: For cleaning off dirty picnic tables, shopping carts or public restroom toilet seats!

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Entertainment: Crayon rolls with pads of paper, mini magna doodles, Matchbox cars, board books

Spare outfit, including shoes (inexpensive flip flops are fine!): Accidents happen, whether it be food, or a leaky diaper or a potty training incident. And putting soaked shoes back on an unhappy kiddo isn’t fun!

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Changing supplies: Changing pad cover, diaper and wipes.

I keep wipes with me still even though my daughter is potty trained. You never know what you might find on your little one’s face or hands!

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Plastic bag for soiled clothes: I use a small wet bag from my cloth diaper stash, or a Ziploc will work too!

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First aid supplies: Assorted sizes of bandages (bonus if they are brightly colored or with pictures of your tot’s favorite characters!), antibacterial ointment, spare hand sanitizer.

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Teething ointment

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Spare spoon and fork: Restaurant forks and spoons aren’t exactly kid-sized!

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Food and drink: A sippy cup and snack trap or fruit bar are always in my purse. For younger kiddos, an extra bottle and formula, just in case!

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Sunscreen

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Chapstick or lip balm

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Bottle of hand sanitizer

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Children’s pain relief tablets

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Personal items: Keys, cash, credit cards, ID, etc. I keep mine in a medium sized wristlet, so if I’m running out to the store alone, I don’t have to lug my huge bag!

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Baby shampoo and lotion

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Itch relief stick or cream

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TOP 10 FAVORITE on-the-go products LIKE babyourself on facebook, and watch for each product’s appearance.

OUR favorites can soon become YOURS! Good luck!

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Easily clean your baby’s most-used (and dropped!) items. Made with foodgrade ingredients, GumDrop Pacifier Wipes contain no alcohol or harmful chemicals. Perfect for quickly cleaning pacifiers, teethers, cup spouts and more.

100-count dispenser. Visit thefirstyears. com for information and where to buy GumDrop Pacifier Wipes!

Balboa Baby Sling The Balboa Baby Sling is a one size adjustable sling, designed to grow with your baby. Stylish, fashionable and simple to use. Convenient for breast feeding with its heavy duty nylon rings, convenient pocket and tailored padded strap.

Covered elastic trim ensures your baby is safe and positioned close to you. Developed, tested and recommended by Dr. Sears and family. Machine washable. Visit balboababy.com for products and where to buy the Balboa Baby Sling!

4 The only portable bottle warmer that is truly portable

No Batteries No Microwave No Boiling Water No Disk to Click

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Warmze Warmze is your simple solution for heating baby’s bottle. Perfect for air travel, car trips, game days, shopping, anytime you are on the go! Easy to use with two easy steps to the perfect bottle temperature.

Works with most brands, such as AVENT™, GentleFlow™ from Gerber™ and BornFree™. GOOD FOR A FULL DAY OF FEEDINGS! Visit ontheflybottle.com for products and where to buy Warmze!

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babyourself ASK THE DOC

smartphones and

Toddlers

by Dr. Gregory Gordon

Last week, my wife began her morning with the dreaded iPhone search, certain she had used it and left it in our kitchen. After searching the house for over an hour, she decided to ask our tech-addicted 4-year-old. Sure enough – he had used it and knew exactly where it was. He led my wife to our neighbor’s yard, where her new iPhone had spent the night.

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Fortunately, the phone still works great. And while I’m now a big fan of lifeproof cases, I am also hopeful that my wife will begin to use a secure, child proof passcode.

Many people know the uneasy feeling of a lost or misplaced smartphone. This common feeling forces us to recognize the important role these devices have in our lives. Frankly, we are dependent on them.

It is now the norm to find both parents and children passing their time in my office waiting room on a smartphone or tablet PC. Often, children are shockingly “skilled” on these devices. It was this observation that led to our smartphone survey.

This survey was completed on the babyourself.com website by 110 parents of children up to five years old. The survey’s intent was to explore both childrens’ smartphone abilities and how these devices are used within the family. The results provide insight into the smartphone use of today’s children and parents.

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Stunningly sleek and thin, designed to MIL-SPEC, LifeProof gives people complete freedom to use their iPhone in any wet, dirty, or rough situation.

LifeProof is available in a variety of colors and sells for $79.99. It can be purchased on the LifeProof website at lifeproof.com along with a variety of weatherproof accessories, including bike mounts, belt clips, armbands/swimbands and floating lanyards.

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what we learned about our tech-savvy children Out of all our survey questions, the ability to “scroll through pictures on a smartphone” was acquired at the youngest age.

According to our survey, an amazing 67 percent of 5- to 8-month-olds are able to scroll through pictures.

1 year olds Children seem able to use a touch screen around 12 months old. In our survey, 85 percent of 12- to 16-month-olds can use a touch screen. One hundred percent of children older than 16 months reportedly have the ability to use a touch screen.

and 83 percent of 3-year-olds can find and start videos. This is contrasted by only 29 percent of 21- to 24-month-olds who could perform this task.

Two year olds also master the individual devices’ names, like Blackberry or iPhone. Sixty-seven percent of 2-year-olds surveyed could say the device’s name verses only 42% of 21- to 24-month-olds.

3 year olds

2 year olds

Several smartphone tasks were mastered by our 3-year-olds.

Sixty-three percent of 3-year-olds can adjust a smartphone’s volume verses only 24 percent of 2-year-olds. Seventy-one percent of 3-year-olds can take pictures on a smartphone verses only 33 percent of 2-year-olds.

Most children were able to find and start smartphone videos around 2 years old. In our survey, 57 percent of 2-year-olds

Only 12 percent of respondents report their children knew how to purchase apps on their device.

Seventy percent of 1-year-olds and 85 percent of children older than 12 months can “swipe to unlock”.

what we learned about parents Prior to their child reaching 8 months old, two-thirds of parents reported owning no apps for their child. After 9 months, 92 percent of parents reported owning at least one app for their child. One-third of parents (of children over 8 months) owned more than 10 apps, and 12 percent owned more than 20 apps for their child(ren).

Eighty-one percent of parents report using their smartphone to calm their child when upset.

Less than half of parents in our survey use passcode security.

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Of those who use a passcode, only 15 percent of their children know the passcode.

Hopefully, my story will inspire a few parents to passcode protect or “child proof ” their smartphones. I believe that my son took my wife’s iPhone because mine is passcode protected.

I take heart in learning that 71 percent of survey respondents reported their child taking their device without asking. I wonder what percentage of kids can remember where they left the device the next day. by

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Breastfeeding On-the-Go!

by Kristi Corley

You’re exhausted, you feel constricted to a 2-3 hour window of errands, and there’s the constant fear that your baby will get hungry and begin crying right in the middle of your outing. Timing. Sleep schedules. Date night? (what’s that?) We asked two women, “Can you breastfeed and and still have a life?” Here are their tips for making it work.

Michelle Ross, RN BSN IBCLC, Board Certified Lactation Consultant at Winnie Palmer Hospital answered three popular questions from nursing moms.

1. Can I breastfeed and still have a life?

Absolutely! What is your personal comfort level when nursing in public? There are great options to help cover you up. We suggest cover ups or lightweight blankets as the best option. We offer a variety of slings at our outpatient maternal education location at 1301 Sligh Blvd., right behind Winnie Palmer Hospital. We demonstrate how to wear the sling comfortably at our Mother/Baby Tea every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, until your baby is 8 weeks old. The Mother/Baby Tea is also a great opportunity to connect with other nursing moms.

2. What if I want to go out to dinner?

Breastfeed your baby before leaving, and leave

a bottle for your sitter. You can even have one glass of wine or beer while on your date; the AAP suggests waiting two hours before putting your baby back to the breast.

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When I was pumping, I would pump while driving to and from work.

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I would also pump while eating lunch in my office and while eating dinner in the evening.

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And I would pump one side while feeding my baby on the other side.

3. What if I plan to go back to work?

If you are working more than part time, you will need a good dual breast pump. It will allow you to pump quicker. During an 8 hour day, pump twice, 15 minutes each time.

When you are at home with your baby, still breastfeed! That is the best way to keep your supply up. Two weeks before you go back to work, pump one extra bottle each day – that will help to build your supply.

Sabrina Bathhalter, a recently new mommy had a rough start to breastfeeding.

But once she found her groove, she discoverd how breastfeeding could work with her busy life: 1. When it seems impossible, don’t give up.

Keep trying.

2. Ask for help. A lactation consultant can help you if you are having trouble.

3. If you need to supplement, supplement. But don’t feel like you have to give up altogether.

4. Pump your milk and store it in the freezer.

This will give you more freedom to be on-the-go.

5. If you can pump and store, I recommend a plug-in cooler for the car to protect the “Liquid Gold.”

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Pirose Nursing Cover/Scarf by Reno Rose A stylish and innovative nursing scarf with endless fashion potential, the Pirose Scarf comes in 10 gorgeous patterns! This lightweight nursing scarf is stylish and functional. Twelve ways to wear scarf; easy privacy cover for nursing; see your baby while she is nursing or napping. Made of breezy, washable 100% polyester, it folds compactly in purse or ties to a bag.

Also a nice stroller or baby carrier shade. Visit renorose.com to view patterns and where to buy the Pirose Scarf!

7. Be prepared with your choice of clothing.

I usually double layer my clothes or wear something I can pull down instead of up. I may already be exposing a breast; I don’t need to show my belly also!

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Breastfeeding can be challenging.

Scratch that. Breastfeeding and having a “normal life” can seem impossible.

Doula Extraordinaire your ultimate birth coach 8. Find a practical bra. I use the Moving Comfort Juno sports bra. All or most of the Moving Comfort Bras use Velcro in the front so you can pull them down, and they have superior support.

9. Timing is everything. If you are uncomfortable breast feeding in public, plan your outings between feeding times.

10. Keep perspective. This is an opportunity to bond with your child, not an obligation that is cramping your style.

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questions

There are many surrounding the birth of your baby.

Hiring a doula can help put your mind at ease.

what’s a

dou·la

[doo-luh]

-noun a woman experienced in childbirth who provides advice, information, emotional support, and physical comfort to a mother before, during, and just after childbirth

should I WHAT DOES A CONTRACTION FEEL LIKE? induce on the Should I have a day my doctor Is Pitocin ok? BIRTH PLAN? is on call?

epidural?

when should I go into the hospital?

Kristi Corley is a D.O.N.A certified doula who has been serving Orlando families for over 7 years. Kristi plays an integrative role for patients and their providers, providing physical, emotional, and informational support - before, during, and after labor.

“I made it to transition and as I progressed, Kristi put her doula expertise into high gear. She talked me though every contraction, and was my positive voice when I thought I couldn’t do it anymore! A woman who has Kristi as her doula should consider herself a lucky person!”

Kristi has extensive experience at Winnie Palmer Hospital, the Florida Hospitals at Winter Park Baby Place, Altamonte Springs, Celebration, and her services extend to all hospitals in Central Florida. Private consultations are available upon request.

Call for rates.

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I’d like to keep my ankles, please!

by Kaleen Richards, CNM, ARNP

Swelling in pregnancy has

come to be expected, especially during the last trimester when blood volume has increased by 30 percent! It isn’t uncommon for women to be concerned about swollen hands and ankles, although even I, at the end of a hot August day (and NOT pregnant), have tight rings and/or sock lines. While some swelling during pregnancy is considered normal, it can also be an indicator of something more serious.

Here are a few warning signs related to pregnancy swelling, as well as some natural remedies to try.

A common misconception about swelling during pregnancy is that it is caused by drinking too much water. That is not the case. Most women are dehydrated vascularly so their body is storing or “third spacing” the water. During pregnancy, a woman needs 64 ounces of water per day, and as much as 12 ounces more during summer months. This is on top of any other fluids you consume during the day; you should consume a minimum of 64 ounces of plain water daily.

Consuming natural diuretics is another way to decrease swollen ankles and hands during pregnancy. Watermelon, cantaloupe, cucumbers and celery are natural diuretics which help the body clear water in tissue from third spacing. Juicing is a great way to consume more natural diuretics to reduce swelling. One simple juicing recipe is: watermelon with the rind, half an apple, and a celery stalk. Some women also add liquid calcium magnesium to the mix for the additional benefit of venous wall relaxation which decreases blood pressure and helps with the stress and anxiety many women experience as their due date approaches.

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Exercising at least three times a week also helps improve swelling, especially in the feet and ankles. During exercise, our body pumps blood through our system and clears fluid that is retained in tissue. The worst swelling often occurs in feet and ankles at the end of the day for women who stand most of the day. Throughout the day, fluid has pooled in the lower or dependent body parts. By taking a walk mid-day or at the end of the day, that fluid redistributes and the swelling reduces. Finding 20 minutes during the day to prop your feet up, possibly even above your heart, will also help. Some women need compression socks, similar to men’s tube socks, that increase pressure on feet and calves. This pushes the fluid back up and prevents severe swelling that is often painful due to tension on the skin.

There are a few warning signs that could indicate the swelling is more than just normal pregnancy symptoms or “just not feeling right.” These symptoms include facial swelling, especially in the eyes; headaches; and visual changes and could indicate increased blood pressure. Some women experience headaches that are unresolved with rest, eating or Tylenol, and seem to swell overnight. If you experience any of the symptoms above, please call your practitioner right away.

While some swelling during pregnancy is normal, there are a few easy steps to reduce the discomfort it causes. You are the expert on your body; always listen when you sense something is wrong, and definitely contact your health care provider if you ever feel like something even greater is wrong. y

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Marianne’s 1. statement handbag

Big and structured makes for a perfect multipurpose bag for busy moms. You’ll easily carry extra diapers or pre-packaged snacks while staying fashion forward. This season’s color – RED! That’s right, don’t wait for the holidays!

2. affordable shoes

Ladies, listen. During pregnancy your feet can swell, your center of gravity can fluctuate, and the last thing you want is regret from buying an expensive pair of shoes that just sit in your closet.

Get two pairs – one black, and another that will offer a pop of color while staying reasonably priced. Stick to cute ballet flats, smoking loafers and pumps with a thick heel. Here are some vendors that have affordable, fashion shoes: Sam Edelman, Enzo Angelioni, and Dolce Vita (all available at Bloomingdales).

BCBG print ruffle blouse: Bloomingdales, $148; BCBG leather/ spandex leggings: Bloomingdales, $168; DVF leather studded jacket: Bloomingdales, $795; Gucci red bag exclusively by Saks, $2,090; Watch, bracelets and rings, stylists own

Fall Fashion Forecast

by Marianne Ilunga styling by Stylissima

hair & makeup by Safia Michelle, Lipstick Mixtapes photography by Claude LaGuerre Jr Photography

Marianne Ilunga is usually found behind the scenes at a photoshoot. However, when she excitedly shared with babyourself the announcement of her pregnancy, it was only a matter of time before it was her turn to “play dress up”, and take a seat in the stylist’s chair.

KJL Blue stone necklace: Saks, $275; Alexis Bitter Large cuff bracelet: Saks, $325

3. statement jewelry Big earrings or big necklace!

Let your jewelry add a pop of color!

4. leather leggings Need we say more?

5. long tunic tops

An Orlando stylist and fashion consultant, Marianne has a wealth of experience not only as the go-to person for family and friends wanting to know the latest styling tips, but as a Designer Specialist at the Neiman Marcus Couture Department in Orlando. Her extensive retail knowledge coupled with her keen sense of style strongly influence her ability to mix high fashion and mass production.

So what happens when the stylist becomes the model?

STYLING BLISS!

Fun prints like digital prints are a definite must!

6. Fall colors -

navy and green

Navy is the new black. Since some of us probably want to wear dark colors during the fall/winter season, navy is perfect. Opt for dark blue jeans, a navy jacket and a white blouse. Cute casual chic look!

Rosie Pope tweed jacket: Destination Maternity, $250; Rosie Pope blouse: Destination Maternity, $125; Paige maternity jeans: A Pea in the Pod, $190; Harlow necklace: Bloomingdales, $75

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7. Blazer

Les Copains beige dress: Saks, $670; Les Copains beige blazer: Saks, $1,245; St. John Leopard turtle neck top: Saks, $295; Aqua necklace: Bloomingdales, $40: Pearls, stylists own

Invest in a 1- or 2-button blazer this season. It’s a great piece you can wear both during and post-pregnancy.

8. Influence of menswear

Plaid/houndstooth print and military jackets are a fun trend this fall. Black and white houndstooth (right) is definitely a big hit. You can stick to all your classic pieces like animal print (left) and add a great military jacket to make it more current.

9. Cosmetics

This fall will focus on red lips. A strong matte eyeliner is a must. No more liquid eyeliners.

10. Velvet nails Textured nails are a hot trend for fall.

Fall lipstick line-up

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Winter Park Baby Place App

Developed by the baby experts at the Dr. P. Phillips Baby Place at Winter Park Memorial Hospital, this app will allow new moms to keep track of baby’s daily trends, medical history and record milestone moments. Now moms can easily stay organized by tracking baby’s sleep schedules, diaper changes, bottle feeding, breastfeeding, pumping and more! Download this app by visiting BabyPlaceApp.com!

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We asked our Facebook fans,

What’s your favorite app?

Suzi Chin dress: A pea in the Pod, $149; BCBG Black and white blazer: Bloomingdales, $248; Dolce Vita Black Sued Mary Jane Pumps: Bloomingdales; Pearls stylists own

Morgan T. – Babycenter!! It was perfect for me as a first time momma.

Leslie L. – Sprout and BabyBump.

Chelley M. – Babycenter!

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by Vickie Myers

Life can be busy.

Quick and easy meals make our busy lives a little easier. With four children and a frenzied schedule, I love the slow cooker; it has become my best friend. Here’s a tasty, quick and easy chicken recipe for the slow cooker.

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Slow Cooker Curry Chicken

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8 skinless chicken thighs (if you prefer chicken breast, use skinless split chicken breast) 2 cups chicken broth 2/3 cup coconut milk 1 teaspoon curry powder ½ - 1 teaspoon cumin ¼ teaspoon paprika salt to taste 3 to 4 carrots cut on the diagonal, an inch thick (you can use baby carrots, but they will cook a bit quicker) ½ cup frozen peas (optional)

Hamilton Beach® 4 Quart Slow Cooker Hamilton Beach® 4 Quart Slow Cookers make delicious meals easy, with little planning or preparation.

The 4-quart oval stoneware is compact, yet large enough for a 4-pound chicken or two 2-pound beef roasts. Just add your ingredients and walk away – there’s no stirring required to create a hot dinner your whole family will love.

Choose from two heat settings, and your slow cooker will blend flavors and tenderize meats as they cook.

After the meal, cleanup is a snap since both the stoneware and lid are dishwasher safe.

Layer chicken on the bottom of the slow cooker. Salt lightly. Peel and cut carrots and place on top of the chicken. Add the frozen peas. Blend broth, coconut milk and spices together and pour over chicken, carrots and peas. Turn slow cooker on low and cook for 5 - 6 hours. Serve with rice or couscous. (My kids preferred the couscous and it only takes 5-10 minutes to make!)

Tips:

*Use a slow cooker liner for quicker clean up. *If you enjoy things a bit spicy, add more of each of the seasonings. *You can use frozen or slightly-frozen chicken, but you will need to lengthen the cook time by 2-3 hours. *If you don’t want the peas too soft, wait until an hour before it finishes to add.

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Car Seat Safety How often do you buckle your child into the car?

I buckle my 2-yearold son into the car at least twice every day. Most days it seems more like 10 times, and every time I try to be diligent, doing it just right and making sure he is as safe as possible.

As a firefighter and paramedic, I frequently have the opportunity to educate people on the correct way to use their child restraint.

When parents come to the fire station to learn how to install and properly use their child restraint, most of them seem overwhelmed. I understand that; I had been a Child Passenger Safety Technician for 10 years when my son was born, and for some reason, I still was concerned that I was missing something. I wasn’t. I was installing it correctly, but the confidence that we’re doing everything we can for our children is sometimes hard to come by.

Becoming familiar with some basic information about child safety seats can give us confidence that we are making our children as safe as possible.

1) Is the child restraint usable?

Most child restraints have an expiration date, usually around six years from the date of manufacture. It is generally stamped into the plastic shell of the child restraint. If you can’t find it, check the owner’s manual or contact the manufacturer. They will likely ask what the date of manufacture is, which can be found on a sticker somewhere on the child restraint.

2) Does the child restraint fit the child?

All child restraints should have stickers on them that identify the minimum and maximum height and weight that should be used with that seat. Please note that this varies by position of the restraint (forward or rear-facing).

3) Is the seat properly installed?

Ultimately the test to see whether a restraint is installed correctly is whether it moves more than one inch front to back or side to side. To test this, grab the restraint as closely as possible to where the seat belt or LATCH strap holds the child restraint,

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and pull on the child safety seat. In a lab setting, this test is performed with 15 pounds of pressure. If the vehicle is rocking when you are pulling on the seat, it is in plenty tight.

4) Are you using the correct method to install the restraint in your vehicle?

Most vehicles manufactured after 2001 come equipped with a LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) in at least two seating positions, and a top tether anchor. These can be identified in the vehicle owner’s manual. Many vehicles only have LATCH anchors in the two outboard seating positions in the backseat, not in the middle. Depending on the manufacturer, you may or may not be permitted to use one anchor from each side to install the child restraint.

Knowing what type of child safety seat to use for each child’s age and size can also give us the confidence that we are doing everything possible to ensure our children’s safety.

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on the physical attributes and development of children vary greatly from individual state laws regarding the use of child safety restraints. Many state laws are far more lenient and relaxed than these recommendations.

Newborn – age 2: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children be kept in rear-facing seats until age 2 or until the upper rear-facing weight limit of the child restraint is reached. Therefore, if your child restraint upper weight limit for rear-facing is 35 lbs., the AAP recommends that you keep your child rear-facing until he reaches that weight, regardless of his age.

Frequently I hear parents’ concerns that their children’s legs are all bunched up against the seat as they get older and remain rear-facing. Unless their pediatrician has indicated that there are circulation or other physical problems with their limbs, it is okay that their feet and legs are folded or bent.

According to the AAP, children who are rear-facing until they are at least 2 are 75 percent less likely to be injured in the event of a crash than if they were forward-facing.

Age 2 - 4:

The upper weight limit of the forward-facing child restraint is usually at least 4 years old. These children should use a forwardfacing child restraint with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the car seat’s manufacturer.

Around age 4:

All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for their child restraint should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle seat belt fits properly. This is typically when they have reached 4 feet 9 inches in height and are between 8 and 12 years of age. Also, children will fit differently in each vehicle. To test this, have the child sit on the seat of the vehicle with their back all the way against the back of the seat.

If the child’s legs bend at the appropriate location so their knees are over the edge of the seat, they fit in the seat. If they have to scoot down so their legs dangle comfortably, they don’t fit in the seat yet. It is possible that a child still needs a booster seat in one vehicle and not in another.

You can be confident that every time you buckle your child into the car, you are doing everything possible to make your child as safe as he can be.

Be informed; choose the proper child safety restraint and use it correctly.

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babyourself ASK THE DOC

When can I expect to see certain developmental milestones in my baby?

by Dr. Gregory Gordon

Evaluating an individual’s development is both important and difficult. Everyone develops and acquires skills at different rates. As a parent (and in my case, as a pediatrician) we want to pick up problems early, but not over-worry about normal delays.

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* developmental reference - Denver Developmental Assessment

Dr. Gregory Gordon grew up in Gainesville, Florida. He attended the University of Florida for both his undergraduate and medical degrees. After he completed his pediatric residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, he joined Pediatric Associates of Orlando. Dr. Gordon is the proud father of seven children. He is the Vice President of “The Gift of Swimming” (a local charity that provides swim lessons to Orlando’s needy children). In early 2010, encouraged by his patients, he started gregorygordonmd.com to share his pediatric and parenting experience.

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babyourself MOVE OF THE MONTH

Get moving and get fit with a jogging stroller!

Thanks to strollers made specifically for jogging, it’s easier to combine fitness (and getting back your pre-baby body!) and spending time in the great outdoors with your little one. But just as women are unique, strollers are unique too! Here are some pointers to help narrow your search: Keeping arms bent, the stroller handle should come naturally to your hand height. If you are petite or taller than average, look for a stroller with handle adjusters to get the perfect height.

To swivel or not to swivel? Your stroller should have the option to lock the front wheel when your main focus is jogging/running. With one wrong bump in the road ahead, stability could be compromised.

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A handbrake on your stroller is another fabulous safety feature if you are running on hills. In addition, most joggers have a safety strap which looks like a leash. This feature is also great while on hilly terrains.

the right way!

Just as important as it is to find the right jogger, you need to have the proper physical form while strolling.

1. Relax and set a goal! (If your child is old enough, give them clues as to where you are going and they can look for this mile marker to keep them busy!)

2. Allow your shoulders to come down, keep your chest up and hold the stroller handle with neutral wrists.

the wrong way!

Have a happy child and time to spare? Burn more calories with a few fitness blasts: • • • •

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3. Lessen any tension in your neck and shoulders by breathing in a natural and rhythmic manner.

4. Remember how much you want your pre-baby belly back and keep your abdominal wall tucked! Pull that belly button in towards your spine and you will not only add to great strolling posture but you will be getting a great abdominal workout too!

5. Keep your body close to the stroller.

This will ensure the safety of your child as well as give you leverage when trekking uphill or on unstable terrain. In addition, it will keep you from bending at the hips which can cause undue stress on the back.

6. Keep your toes forward and ease into it! Remember that the no-pain-no-gain tactic is no longer used! Start by walking the first day and then gradually increase your pace with each subsequent run.

With added distance too, you will soon be planning your first family 5K!

the mommy hook The Mommy Hook is the perfect stroller hanger. Built to last, lightweight and versatile, it fits virtually all stroller handles. The Mommy Hook is made from durable, heavy-duty aluminum. It wont break like cheap plastic hangers.

Its unique rubber grip keeps it from sliding. Use the Mommy Hook on your stroller. Use it on your shopping cart. Just snap it on and you’re ready to roll! Visit themommyhook.com for product details and where to buy The Mommy Hook.

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a real mom with real kids & a really noisy home

When you are expecting, people seem to come out of the woodwork with parenting advice and anecdotes. You know what nobody warned me about before I entered motherhood? The crazy, irrational fears some children have.

I was prepared for a whimpering child afraid of the dark after a nightmare. I was ready for a wide-eyed, trembling child snuggled in my lap as thunder boomed and lightning flashed.

But I hadn’t ever considered a 1-year-old could be terrified of grass. Grass!

There’s a lot of grass in and around small towns in Southwest Virginia. Our house was surrounded by grass when my daughter was one, which meant she spent a great deal of time standing on our cement patio, too frightened to take one step off.

The upside? We didn’t worry about her wandering away. I’d place a large quilt on the ground, set her in the middle with some toys and feel secure that she wasn’t getting off that blanket because of the scary green blades surrounding her.

That same daughter was also petrified by any flying insect. The buzzing of a bumble bee or June bug reduced her to tearful cowering in abject terror. Unfortunately, the slight hum of a housefly had an identical effect.

One especially long night, my daughter spent more than an hour crouched in the corner of her trundle bed while my husband and I chased an especially quick fly all around our home. Through breathless sobs, she declared she could not sleep until the fly was gone. It would land; we would swat; it would jet away in the nick of time. This scenario was repeated hundreds of times until I knew for sure I would lose my overly-hormonal, pregnant mind!

My youngest son had a nightmare that a giant flying roach crawled up through the shower drain. (Actually, come to think of it, that may have really happened in Florida.) As a result, he is horrified to take showers alone.

Someone else must be in the bathroom with him, ready to rescue him from anything that lurks in the drain. Never mind that we don’t live in Florida anymore and there are no giant flying roaches in Virginia – childhood fears don’t understand logic.

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Irrational Fears

My 9-year-old son is spooked by birds – in an Alfred Hitchcock The Birds sort of way.

Of course, I didn’t know about this phobia until we were in an aviary, surrounded by hundreds of little birdies. While the other children held out craft sticks covered in birdseed and welcomed the small, colorful birds that were landing on their hands, arms, feet and heads, this son retreated to a corner where he begged his daddy to hold him and buried his head against his daddy’s chest.

People in costumes were also horribly terrifying for my daughters. When the office manager of my husband’s company had Winnie the Pooh, Tigger and Snow White come to the family picnic, I’m sure she never imagined my daughters frozen in fear in the middle of the playground, tears streaming down their faces, as the happy cartoon characters came out to shake hands with all the children. More than once, other children joyfully skipped out to hug the clowns during a parade in my hometown while my children ducked behind lawn chairs panic-stricken at the thought of a clown spying them.

Of course these off-beat fears haven’t translated to a fear of things they ought be cautious about, like strangers or falling from high places. When my second daughter was two, she marched right up to an elderly man in a restaurant and climbed onto his lap! She regularly held her arms out to complete strangers in the grocery store, asking them to hold her.

As a toddler, my oldest son would climb onto tall furniture and free-fall off, catching himself at the last minute by extending his arms in front of him – except for the times when he forgot that part and landed on his face, earning a line of carpet burn from forehead to chin.

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So instead of fearing sensible things, my children have been terrified of clowns, nail clippers, fireworks and tiny dogs. Evidently, children’s fears and phobias don’t always make good sense.

Parenting is many things – being predictable isn’t necessarily one of those things. Consider yourself warned.

What unusual fears have YOUR children experienced? Tell us about them on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ babyourself

Jennifer Hatcher writes and edits from her home in Southwest Virginia, where the occasional field mouse in the garage sends a jolt of terror through her. But that’s completely rational, right?

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