Sample BabyCenter Weekly Bulletin

BABYCENTER - April 22, 2002
Moms Baby Bulletin

Hello, XXXX!

Here's a look at this week's highlights ... and great stuff from our Store:

1. Preventive care: Making the most of your child's well-baby checkups
2. New markdowns in our Store: Save 10% on the Allterra Jogging Stroller
3. Julie's Journal: Routine rules the day
4. Sound Off: Would you rather work or stay home?
5. In the News: Powdered formula may pose a risk to some preemies
6. Get outside! Save 10% on Kelty baby backpacks and more in our Spring Sale
7. Ask the Experts: What's the difference between a vaporizer and a
humidifier -- and which is more effective?
8. This Week's Parenting Dilemma: My baby sleeps only in my arms
9. Last Week's Dilemma: Your advice for the mom who feels guilty about
taking time to pump at work
10. Free Stuff and Great Deals: Get $10 in coupons for Pampers products
11. Next week! Special Chat with Jodi Mindell, author of Sleeping Through
the Night
12. More From Our Store: Our new shoe department, baby buntings, deluxe Jeep
play yards, and pampering products for Mother's Day

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1. Making the most of your child's well-baby checkups
You'll be seeing your child's doctor a lot in the beginning -- most
pediatricians recommend six checkups in the first year. We can help you take
best advantage of your brief time with this expert on your baby's health and
development. Here's what to expect and how to prepare:

* Print out a helpful worksheet that tells you what will happen at your
next appointment, what your pediatrician will want to know, and questions you
might want to ask.

* Find out how you can make doctor's visits and shots less traumatic for
your baby.

* Plus, get expert answers to all those questions you never have time to
ask.

2. New spring markdowns: 10% off the Allterra jogging stroller in our Store
Here's what one pleased parent said about our strong, lightweight Allterra
Jogging Stroller (on sale for $98.89): "Easy to assemble, attractive,
comfortable ride, easy to maneuver, sturdy. I love this stroller. And at this
great price, what could be better?" The Allterra normally sells for about
half what other popular joggers do, so at 10% off in our Spring Sale, it's a
steal.

* Get 10% off our Allterra Jogging Stroller.

* See all sale-priced strollers and other baby gear, up to 50% off.

* Shop our entire Spring Sale.

3. Julie's Journal: And baby makes four
Julie recognizes the importance of Jackson's morning snooze and makes plans
accordingly. Meanwhile, she continues to weigh the advantages of childcare
against the luxury of staying home with her baby.

* 40 weeks old: Routine rules the day

4. Sound Off: Would you rather work or stay home?
For many parents, the decision of whether to work or stay home after a baby
arrives boils down to one thing: finances. But, if money weren't an issue,
would you rather have a job or be a full-time parent?

* Take our poll and tell us!

5. In the News

* Powdered formula could pose a risk to some preemies

* What most parents still don't know about antibiotics

* Circumcision may protect against cervical cancer

* Get more news -- including the latest on why late-talking toddlers are
often weak readers, and why girls favor flutes while boys prefer trumpets.

6. Get outside! 10% off Kelty baby backpacks and more in our Spring Sale
If winter weather kept you and your baby cooped up these past few months,
now's your chance to go out and enjoy the spring air. Kelty baby backpacks
and joggers let you easily take your baby with you around town or on the
trail -- and they're 10% off right now in the BabyCenter Store.

* Save 10% on Kelty backpacks, joggers, and more.

7. Ask the Experts: What's the difference between a vaporizer and a
humidifier -- and which is more effective?

* See what pediatrician Neal Kaufman has to say.

* Get expert answers to all your questions about babies, toddlers,
parenting, and pregnancy, in our Ask the Experts area.

8. Parenting Dilemma: My baby sleeps only in my arms
Kim says, "My baby will sleep for up to five hours at a time -- but only if
I'm holding her. As soon as I lay her down she snaps wide-awake. Help!"

* Do you have advice for Kim? Share it here!

* Send us your own parenting dilemma. We'll feature a new one in the Baby
Bulletin each week.

9. Last Week's Dilemma: How can I pump at work and still appear professional?
Sue feels self-conscious and guilty about taking several 20-minute pumping
breaks a day while everyone else is working.

* See what other parents say or add your own comments.

10. Free Stuff and Great Deals
Get $10 in coupons for Pampers products, or find out about great deals and
money-saving offers from our other sponsors.

* Visit our Free Stuff page!

11. Next week! Special Chat with sleep expert Jodi Mindell
Next Tuesday, April 30, join Jodi Mindell, author of Sleeping Through the
Night, live in our chat auditorium at 9:30 p.m. Eastern time, 6:30 p.m.
Pacific. She'll answer your questions and tell you about her method for
getting babies to fall asleep and stay asleep.

* Get more details about next week's chat with Jodi Mindell!

* Check out her book, Sleeping Through the Night.

12. More From Our Store: Our new shoe department, baby buntings, deluxe Jeep
play yards, and pampering products for Mother's Day

* First Shoes: Our new shoe department is open, and you'll find everything
from the tiniest knit booties to rugged little sneakers in sizes up to 18
months.

* Baby Buntings: No need to fuss with blankets or jackets -- keep your
baby warm in the car seat or stroller with one of these clever and cozy
buntings -- the Bundle Me (for winter and cool-summer areas) or the Bundle Me
Lite (for spring and warm-summer areas).

* Deluxe Jeep Sahara Play Yard: A changing table, weather screen,
full-size canopy, night light, gentle vibrations, and more make this model
ideal for indoor or outdoor use.

* Up to 40% off Pampering Products: Mother's Day is coming up on May 12.
Indulge yourself (or someone you know) with our luxurious skincare products
and silky pillows on sale or all our Mother's Day gifts.

Until next week,

Dana Dubinsky
Newsletter editor and a BabyCenter mom

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