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Feeding a baby is one of the most natural, yet complicated parts of being a new parent. Constant fears often lurk in mama's head: Is my baby hungry? Am I feeding her enough? When do I start spooning out solids? Should she be drinking regular milk yet? Am I feeding her too much?

Parenting is a tough business, but luckily we've compiled this quick little time line of age-appropriate food from the day you bring your newborn home from the hospital until she blows out the candle on her first birthday.

• Newborn to Four Months - From birth until six months, most babies are able to meet all their nutritional needs from formula or breast milk. Breastfed babes may need to nurse eight to 12 times per day, while formula fed babies typically eat six to eight times per day. It sounds like a lot because it is. Luckily as newborn stomachs grow the amount of milk or formula a growing baby takes in increases, while the frequency of feedings decreases.
• Four to Six Months - The four to six

Mamas on the move take their stroller strides seriously. Many folks dish out the dough for fancy buggies with all the bells and whistles included, but you can spruce up any stroller with a few of these fun and useful accessories. Check out my suggestions in the gallery.

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Move over pickles and ice cream, the pregnancy craving cops are onto you. The foods women crave may evolve as they make their way through their expectant days, but at the heart of it all are nutrients that the mama-to-be and her baby need as they continue on their journey. Keeping a fridge well-stocked with foods that fulfill these cravings will help eliminate the need for late night grocery runs and odd mixtures on mommy's plate.

• Cold Water - Keeping a pitcher of cold water in the fridge gives a mama-to-be easy access to what she needs to stay hydrated and prevents her from reaching for other fluids that won't do the job quite as well.
• Whole Grain Breads - Skip the refined white flours and head straight for whole grain breads that provide the fiber, iron and protein in the carbohydrates a mama craves.
• Bananas - Potassium-rich bananas may help prevent leg cramps and charlie horses while providing quick energy for the mom-to-be who is on-the-go.
• Peanut

When it comes to gifting baby, the opportunities are endless. Layette, plush toys, books and freshly baked dinner are always winners, but these tried and true presents will make a new mom swoon and will most likely never make the "donate" stack or the garbage bag. Check out 10 traditional gifts for

It's time to get spooky in the kitchen! Most everybody loves a cupcake and boy have we got some haunted frosted tops that will make wee ones squeal! Though the creepy cakes may look tough to tackle, these deliciously lil devils are a cinch to make and the youngsters can easily give a helping hand.

Move over pickles and ice cream, the pregnancy craving cops are onto you. The foods women crave may evolve as they make their way through their expectant days, but at the heart of it all are nutrients that the mama-to-be and her baby need as they continue on their journey. Keeping a fridge well-stocked with foods that fulfill these cravings will help eliminate the need for late night grocery runs and odd mixtures on mommy's plate.

• Cold Water - Keeping a pitcher of cold water in the fridge gives a mama-to-be easy access to what she needs to stay hydrated and prevents her from reaching for other fluids that won't do the job quite as well.
• Whole Grain Breads - Skip the refined white flours and head straight for whole grain breads that provide the fiber, iron and protein in the carbohydrates a mama craves.
• Bananas - Potassium-rich bananas may help prevent leg cramps and charlie horses while providing quick energy for the mom-to-be who is on-the-go.
• Peanut

There's no treat sweeter than your little one dressed up for her first or second Halloween, but finding a costume that's comfy cozy and not-too-scary may require a few tricks. When overwhelmed by choices - or pressed for time - consider going simple and classic with a snuggly one-piece animal costume. Not only will your barnyard baby be the cutest thing on the block, but she will be warm and comfortable all night. Stores like Old Navy have affordable and animal costumes for babies on display now, and department stores like Kohl's have costumes for animals of all ages. Looking for a unique animal costume? Browse the sweet and silly selection below. To view all the costumes click here.

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An ultrasound provides an exciting glimpse of your growing baby and while some parents-to-be stow the image away for safekeeping, others opt to do something a little more creative with their baby's first picture. If you're ready to go beyond the classic frame route, check out a few unusual and modern gifts and ideas for showing off your ultrasound.

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