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Reviews & Buying Guides for Parents, Written by Parents Who Are Journalists.
Unsponsored Reviews For Parents, Written By Journalists Who Are Also Parents

NewsMom reviews and buying guides are not endorsements (paid or otherwise) and they are never “sponsored.”

#NewsMomReviews generally include personal anecdotes about real-life experiences with popular products, apps and services.

In contrast, NewsMom buying guides are primarily in-depth editorials or news reports that include research and resources to help parents further investigate products on their own.

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overcoming postpartum anxiety

A Different Kind of Resolution: Choosing Joy

I smiled to myself as I clicked "buy" on something that seemed so out of character: A pair of leggings with a space invaders inspired pattern on them. Yep, a grown woman with space invader leggings. … [Continue...]

A Tale of Two Carriers: Tula Vs. LÍLLÉbaby

If you've decided to "wear" your baby, chances are you've scoured the internet searching for the right option that'll leave your hands free while carrying your little one. The problem? An overwhelming … [Continue...]

Child in airplane, carryon overnight kit

The Carryon Overnight Kit: A Must for Airplane Travel With Kids

Of course we couldn't have known our 20 hour trip would lengthen into 48. So of course we didn't pack a carryon overnight kit.It began as we loaded up the hired car in the dark, installing the car … [Continue...]

epinephrine auto-injector

EpiPen Is Not the Only Choice: My Switch to an Off-Brand

NOTE: This is in no way intended as a product endorsement, but rather one mom’s experience. Please consult your doctor and insurance provider about any changes in medication --The first time I … [Continue...]

One way to carry the car seat in a sit-and-stand double stroller.

Car Seats in Taxis: Difficult But Doable

In the few months since I committed to stop baby wearing in taxis, my little guy officially outgrew his infant bucket car seat. I’ve opted for public transportation and avoided cabs when possible, but … [Continue...]

Baby travel products, Ergo and double stroller

Adventures in Baby Travel: Useful Products for Jet-Setting Families

For those who procreate and yet still insist on feeding their wanderlust, many baby travel products promise to make adventure a breeze. Below is a rundown of a few I've found helpful in our travels … [Continue...]

Baby Gear Bucket Bath

Baby Gear: If I Could Go Back, Instead I’d Buy…

When I was newly pregnant for the first time, I went into baby gear research hyperdrive. Overwhelmed by the vast options—how do I choose something for someone I've never met??—I dropped by a baby … [Continue...]

How to safely ride in a taxi with kids.

A Car Seat Conversion: Why I’m Changing My Taxi-With-Kids Habits

I have a confession to make: I've let my kids ride in taxis without car seats. It seemed mostly justified at the time, but a recent bump on my chin forced me to reconsider.The United States is the … [Continue...]

BabyCenter Annual Baby Name Report

Instagram-Filter Baby Names & Other Millennial Trends

Ok, so you may have a favorite Instagram filter, but do you really love it enough to name your kid after it? Well, apparently Instagram-filter baby names are gaining popularity among Millennial … [Continue...]

Use Pacifier Clips to Keep Toys & Cups off the Floor.

Parenting VineDeas

Vine videos with random ideas, info and tips for parents... in 6 seconds or less. Q: What is vine? A: It's like Twitter for video. Looping video clips - 6 seconds max. Scroll down to check out a … [Continue...]

Apartment Life Small-Space Hallway Nursery - NewsMom VineDeas NewsMom.Com

Small Space Nursery #ApartmentLife

Creating A Small Space Nursery In 4 Simple Steps   #ApartmentLiving with a little one can require some "out of the box" ideas. As a first-time mom-to-be, I had to figure out how to fit … [Continue...]

Travel Products For Kids - NewsMom News for Moms

10 Must-Haves for Travel With Toddlers

Travel with Toddlers Isn't Easy—But These Can Help! We travel... A lot.  At 21 months old, my toddler had logged over 60 flight hours, and she continues to sleep in her travel crib an average … [Continue...]

Toddler Travel Must-Haves - 5 in 1 Car Seat, Stroller, Booster

5-in-1 Convertible Car Seat Stroller

Thanks to veteran KPIX ‪#‎NewsMom‬ Kate Kelly for this recommendation! She used one of these for her (now college-aged) boys. Based on her recommendation, we purchased the convertible car seat … [Continue...]

Toddler Travel Must-Haves - Baby BAir Flight Vest

Baby Flight Vest

#NewsMomReview The Baby Flight Vest is intended to keep lap children 'in' mom's lap during turbulence. As a reporter, I've heard far too many horror stories about lap children getting … [Continue...]

Unsponsored Reviews For Parents, Written By Journalists Who Are Also Parents

NewsMom Must-Haves for Parents

From products for infants to toddlers, we've probably purchased and tried them all. Here's a collection of must-haves for parents, from parents who report on products for a living. Follow … [Continue...]

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NewsMom Julie Watts Investigates EpiPen Generic

EpiPen Alternative: The Investigation & Price Check

#ReportersNotebook I’m a Consumer-Investigative reporter who often covers parenting and health issues. Yet, until recently, even I had no idea there was a viable EpiPen alternative!Jump To: … [Continue...]

Toxic Cleaning Products - Whats in the cleaners in your home?

What’s In Your Cleaning Products?

New parents tend to top the list of people concerned about toxic cleaning products. So, like many, I went out and bought the brands that appeared to be green and had names or slogans that implied they … [Continue...]

NewsMom Guide To When NOT To Buy Organic Produce

When to Skip the Organic Produce

Do I Really Need Organic Produce? We'd all love to feed our little angels an all-organic diet... but who can afford it when organic produce can cost almost 50 percent more? I mean, avocados are … [Continue...]

Child Test Positive For High Levels Of Car Seat Flame Retardants

How I Found “Cancer-Causing” Flame Retardants In My Child… And In Her ‘Green’ Car Seat

I'm not a particularly green mom. Though, as a consumer reporter I've covered enough studies over the years to know I should try to reduce my child's exposure to concerning chemicals (especially those … [Continue...]

Radiation-Blocking Cell Phone Cases

Q & A: Can Cell Phone Cases Reduce Radiation Exposure?

We recently received the following question in the comment section of "Why I Chose to Ban Cell Phones From the Bedroom." For some insight, I reached out to one of the foremost experts on (and critics … [Continue...]

Concerning Chemicals Found in Orbit Baby and Other Car Seats

Concerning Chemicals Found in Orbit Baby & Other Car Seats

While picking out car seats two-and-a-half years ago, my husband and I spent a fortune on the Orbit Baby car seat and stroller system solely because we were led to believe there were no concerning … [Continue...]

Don't pay for credit monitoring or ID protection services.

Before You Pay for Credit Monitoring or ID Protection…

#ReportersNotebookEvery other day it seems like there's a new breach. Between the Anthem and Premera insurance hacks alone, it's estimated 1 out of 3 Americans have been compromised.As a result, … [Continue...]

Toxic Chemicals In Nail Polish Found In Women's Bodies

Nail Polish Chemicals “In” Your Body

Don't you hate it when you realize your dad was right? Here's a quote from mine last night when I sent him a press release titled "Study Finds Toxic Nail Polish Chemical In Women’s Bodies". I have … [Continue...]

A growing number of start-ups now let you rent maternity clothes, then trade them in as your bump continues to grow.

Maternity Clothes–Four Ways to Rent, Trade and Save

#ReportersNotebook When I was pregnant, I had about five different maternity outfits… period. Maternity clothes are expensive! Especially the cute stuff, so I rotated though the same few pieces week … [Continue...]

The truth behind terms on the chicken label like Organic, Humanely Raised, Natural, Cage-Free, Free Range, Hormone-Free, Antibiotic-Free/No antibiotics administered.

Chicken Label Myths

The Truth Behind "No Added Hormones" and Other Claims Have you seen the new Foster Farms "skateboarding chicken" commercial that boasts "no added hormones"? It's cute. The two wannabe Foster Farms … [Continue...]

Wireless Baby Monitor Concerns - NewsMom News for Moms

Who’s Hacking Your Baby Monitor?

#ReportersNotebook You've likely heard the horror stories about weirdos hacking into baby monitors and whispering creepy messages to sleeping infants. In one recent case, a little boy tried to warn … [Continue...]

Arsenic In That Rice Cereal

Is There Arsenic in That Rice Cereal You’re Feeding Your Baby?

Generations of moms in my family have sworn by mixing a tablespoon of rice cereal into a baby’s bottle before bed. My mom, aunt and cousins swear it fills up their tummies and helps them sleep through … [Continue...]

NewsMom News - Bargain Shopping ‘Compare At’ Prices

Are All ‘Compare At’ Prices Bogus?

CBS San Francisco ConsumerWatch Reporter Julie Watts put those 'compare at' prices to the test. Off-price retailers like T.J. Maxx admit they're just a theoretical "estimate," and Watts goes … [Continue...]

NewsMom resources to investigate the sunscreen you're slathering on your kids from the EWG & Consumer Reports.

Are There Toxic Chemicals in Your Kids’ Sunscreen? Check Here!

So there I am, standing in front of the sunscreen aisle at a baby superstore with my 6-month old in the stroller, my dog-child in the basket underneath and my face buried in my iPhone. I must have … [Continue...]

 


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