Way before the birth announcements and even further away from birthday party invitations the mom-to-be will need a baby shower. Let Scrapless Press help you do the inviting.

A blend of vintage and modern, timeless and today, unique and eclectic baby shower invitations. Customized for one baby or multiples. Shown here with the folding option, printed on the inside.

Design code: bs004a

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Ellaroo Ring Sling Baby Carrriers

Manufacturer: Ellaroo LLC, of McKinney, Texas

Hazard: The aluminum rings on the sling carriers can bend or break. This can cause the fabric to slip through the rings and infants to fall out of the carrier.

Incidents/Injuries: Ellaroo has received four reports of the rings bending and two reports of rings breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall includes Ellaroo Ring Sling baby carriers with item numbers 2101 and 2102 printed on the outside of the product box. The Ellaroo Ring Sling has a fabric carrier with two aluminum rings that is worn by the user to carry an infant up to 35 pounds. The carriers are sold in mahogany, mango stone, brasilia and malay color prints. Only sling carriers with lot numbers 03/07 and 07/04 printed on a label, under the size label, inside the Ring Sling are included in the recall.

Sold at: Juvenile product and department stores nationwide and online, including BabiesRUs.com, from June 2007 through February 2008 for about $100.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the sling carriers and contact Ellaroo for instructions on returning the carriers for a repair or replacement Ring Sling.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Ellaroo at (800) 483-4902 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m CT Monday through Friday or visit the Ellaroo website

For more information and photos visit CPSC’s web site

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Infantino Lamb Grabby Rattles(tm)

Manufacturer: Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif.

Hazard: The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: Infantino has received eight reports of the tail piece on the rattle detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled Infantino Lamb Grabby Rattles(tm) are shaped like a lamb with an Infantino elliptical-shaped logo stamped on the front right foot of the lamb. Only rattles with date code 0907 printed on the back of the left ear of the lamb are included in the recall. The production batch code is printed in a dial format with the year in the middle of a circle and an arrow pointing to the number on the circle that indicates the month. Rattles that do not have a date code are not
included in the recall.

Sold at: Wal-Mart, Babies “R” Us and other specialty stores nationwide from September 2007 through February 2008 for between $3 and $4.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and contact Infantino for a replacement rattle or a product of equal value.

For additional information, contact Infantino toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT or visit the Infantino website You can view pictures of the recalled product on the CPSC’s website

Come be a part of the “baby chic” event where the hippest moms meet the hottest companies in one of the nation’s coolest cities! Baby Celebration L.A. offers a unique opportunity for new and expectant moms, dads, and “young” grandparents to explore and shop for state-of-the-art baby gear, technology, furniture and nursery design, and services like health and wellness, showers, announcements, photographers and much more.

Event details:

Los Angeles Convention Center, Hall K
1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 741-1151 - www.lacclink.com

Saturday, April 12, 2008 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, April 13, 2008 11:00am-6:00pm

Tickets available at the Convention Center Box Office.

Adults: $10.00
Children: 12 years & under free

See you there!

It’s easy to get carried away by the grand occasion of your child’s first birthday, but don’t forget to focus on your baby and her needs, too. Try this to help her enjoy the big day.

Designate a soft, quiet room where baby can relax, away from the crowd and festivities.

Make sure your baby gets plenty of rest and lots of breaks. The longer the party, the more breaks your baby will need.

Ask a favorite caregiver or older child to be on hand to help and reassure.

Don’t schedule any important events, like pictures or cake cutting, during nap time or too late in the day.

With so many changes in her routine and scenery, expect her to react or behave differently than she normally would. She might not like having other people playing with her toys.

Don’t try to do everything yourself or stress over the details – your baby can tell when you’re nervous and stressed.

Don’t expect your baby to be perfect. Many priceless memories and photos were unplanned. Revel in the surprises your baby throws your way and celebrate who he or she is.

Originally published on AmericanBaby.com, July 2006.

The information on this Web site is designed for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your pediatrician or family doctor. Please consult a doctor with any questions or concerns you might have regarding your or your child’s condition.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Baby Einstein Baby Neptune™ Soothing Seascape Crib Toys

Manufacturer: Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.

Hazard: The anchors that hold the straps to the back of the turtle can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: Kids II has received 23 reports of anchors breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The Baby Einstein Baby Neptune Soothing Seascape crib toy is a plastic molded turtle with a toy aquarium body that has woven fabric straps that attach to the side rails of a crib. The toy turtle has a stuffed fabric head and feet. Model number 30858 is printed on the label on the leg of the turtle. Only crib toys manufactured in October 2007 with date code BJ7 printed on the back of the battery compartment, are included in the recall.

Sold at: Discount department stores and on-line retailers nationwide from November 2007 through January 2008 for between $25 and $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crib toys and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (866) 203-6788 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kidsii.com