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baby gear you should not buy
By an Amazon.com customer
On Becoming Baby Wise: Giving Your Infant the Gift of Nighttime Sleep (On Becoming. . .)On Becoming Baby Wise: Giving Your Infant the Gift of Nighttime Sleep (On Becoming. . .) by Gary Ezzo
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $2.99
The author of this book has no credentials. He happens to be an evangelical christian, which is not a bad thing, but doesnt qualify you to write child care books. His techniques have been even found to be harmful and are not recommended by pediatricians. Stick with books written by an actual doctor, such as "Healthy sleep habits, Happy Child"
The ABCs of Breastfeeding: Everything a Mom Needs to Know for a Happy Nursing ExperienceThe ABCs of Breastfeeding: Everything a Mom Needs to Know for a Happy Nursing Experience by Stacey H. Rubin M.N. APRN IBCLC
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $1.94
Not a whole lot of information in the book and very biased. I am breastfeeding, but only for a few months, the author kind of makes you feel bad if you dont plan to breastfeed your child until they start school
Munchkin Warm Glow Wipe WarmerMunchkin Warm Glow Wipe Warmer
Buy new: $20.43
unneccessary
Philips Avent iQ24 Sterilizer with 2 Bottles, 9 ozPhilips Avent iQ24 Sterilizer with 2 Bottles, 9 oz
Buy new: $89.95
also unneccessary. Washing your bottles in the dishwasher (After initial sterilization) is all that is needed.
Philips Avent Newborn Starter SetPhilips Avent Newborn Starter Set
Buy new: $26.99
be careful, these bottles contain BPA as of right now. The company does plan on marketing BPA free bottles soon. Just be aware when choosing your bottles.
SASSY MAM Clear Line 6+ latex pacifiers 2 packSASSY MAM Clear Line 6+ latex pacifiers 2 pack
Sassy MAM pacifiers contain BPA, it is also safer to choose pacifiers made of silicone rather than laytex
Huggies Natural Care Baby Wipes, Unscented, 80-Count Tubs (Pack of 8) (640 Wipes)Huggies Natural Care Baby Wipes, Unscented, 80-Count Tubs (Pack of 8) (640 Wipes)
Buy new: $41.95
These wipes are still harsh. Do you want to put chlorine on your baby's bottom? Try Seventh Generation instead
Sassy My Little Sunshine MirrorSassy My Little Sunshine Mirror
Buy new: $9.06
yikes, according to healthytoys.org, this toy contains high levels of lead.
Fisher Price: Medical KitFisher Price: Medical Kit
Buy new: $12.91
also contains high levels of lead
Tadpoles Classics Gingham Crib Bumper, NavyTadpoles Classics Gingham Crib Bumper, Navy
Buy new: $44.99
Crib bumpers are no longer recommended in cribs due to suffication risk according to the American Academy of Pediatrics
Philips Avent iQ Bottle WarmerPhilips Avent iQ Bottle Warmer
Buy new: $49.00
also unnessessary. babies dont need bottles warmed