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Disposable diapers can be a mom’s best friend. We can’t live without them, but what are they really made of? How do they work? Gretchen and Paige visit the Pampers facility in Cincinnati, Ohio to take apart a diaper and see what’s inside. Proctor and Gamble Senior Researcher, Joann Hoover shows the mommies several of the tests that Pampers diapers go through, including trapping and de-watering a synthetic BM. Since the average baby uses 7,500 diapers a year, this is good information to have! You can also visit Pampers Village, for all of the Pampers products available, and for help choosing which product is just right for your baby.

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Everyone knows that new moms need help and support, but what about new dads? Armin Brott, the well known author of The New Father, A Dad’s Guide to the First Year, has appeared on many television shows, including Today, Fox News and CBS Overnight. He is also a Pampers Parenting Network Expert. And now, as part of our series sponsored by Pampers, “My Baby, Me & My World,” the Mommies asked him about his insights into the major issues shared by most new dads. His advice is great -- we hope you enjoy!

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Paige and Gretchen chat with Pampers Parenting Network Expert and founder of Stroller Strides Lisa Druxman about getting back into life after pregnancy.

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Almost nothing is as wonderful as bringing your own sweet baby home from the hospital, but new parents can feel overwhelmed too.  As part of our series, My Baby, Me & My World, sponsored by Pampers, Gretchen and Paige share what it was like when they brought home their first newborns.  They had questions about diapering, sleeping, playing…everything!  You’ll smile when you hear what they did, and for more helpful information on everything baby, check out what the experts say at Pampers.

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Paige and Gretchen talk with car seat expert Bob Wall about the basic functions of child car seats, how they work, and why they are built the way they are.

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Experts say that the average weight gain for a healthy pregnant woman should be 25 to 35 pounds.  Between the two of them, Paige and Gretchen have been pregnant seven times!   Spend some time with them while they dish about their weight gain, doctors visits, and maternity clothes.  Can you guess who likes form fitting maternity wear and who prefers “tents?”

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Most new moms aren’t gonna shed the lbs as fast as Hollywood moms Reese Witherspoon or Kate Hudson, but they can still look great while they are on their way!  Gretchen and Paige visited with television stylist and makeup artist, Kim Foley, and she said the reality for most moms is that they won’t fit into their pre-pregnancy clothes for awhile.  Watch the show to get her tips and advice for looking your best after baby, and avoiding the dreaded “frumpy mom” look.

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Do you need a laugh today? Paige and Gretchen discuss burping…techniques for getting babies to do it, and how to stop the older kids. How great is that?

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Have you ever had a wrestling match with your child’s car seat?  We’re here to help!  Bob Wall, of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police, talks with Gretchen about the different types of car seats available, and demonstrates the proper installation of a rear facing car seat.  He also talks about what types of toys and car accessories should be “no-no’s” in the back seat. We know that moms today spend more time than ever before chauffeuring our darlings around, so it’s imperative that we keep our kids safe in the car.  Check out these websites for more information on everything from what seat to use at each age to finding a child seat fitting station near you. We’ve also included a list of some of our favorite car seat brands.  Happy trails! Sit’n’stroll   http://www.lillygold.com/index.html/ Britax  http://www.britaxusa.com/ Evenflo http://www.evenflo.com/ Graco   http://www.gracobaby.com/ Cosco  http://www.coscojuvenile.com/