Parents want to keep their babies happy and healthy all the time – whether it’s their first car ride or first steps. And the newest baby gear is sure to put a smile on the faces of both babies and parents.       

The new diaper technology…..
New from Pampers, Swaddlers Sensitive diapers are gentle and hypoallergenic to help keep baby’s skin looking healthy with mild lotions that provide a layer of protection inside the diaper.  The smart color-changing strips turn from yellow to blue when your baby is wet while the Air Dry™ technology and breathable top sheet offer baby’s skin ultra breathability and promote healthy skin development.  For newborns, there is also an umbilical cord notch to help keep the diaper away from the newborn’s sensitive cord area.  Babies will be comfortable in the diaper with soft and stretchy sides which allow for a flexible fit.   Swaddlers Sensitive are available in sizes newborn, 1 and 2. Price:  $9.99 for jumbo pack (34 diapers) www.pampers.com

Soothe baby in this….
The My Little Lamb™Cradle ‘n Swing from Fisher-Price features an adorable lamb fashion with soft fabrics.  Baby will be safe and secure with a three-point harness and a head rest that gently cradles baby.  The seat has two swinging motions and three seat positions.  Soothing music and nature sounds play for baby at all six swing speeds.  The steel frame has legs that fold in for storage and portability.  Price:  $149.99 www.fisher-price.com

Car Safety….
The Evenflo® Symphony™ All-In-One Car Seat uses Evenflo’s innovative SureLatch technology to ensure correct car seat installation every time. With a simple click, click, and push, you know your car seat is properly secured. The InfiniteSlide™ Harness Adjustment allows for proper harness placement as the child grows, with no rethreading, and with a weight rating from 5-100 lbs, the Symphony is the only car seat moms will need. Its five-point harness system and energy absorbing foam liner help keep baby safe in the car. Whether you want your child facing forward, back or booster capabilities, this seat has it.  Price: $199.99.  www.evenflo.com/safetymadeeasier 

Make tummy time fun with this…..
The Lamaze Spin & Explore Garden Gym™ by Learning Curve is the perfect way to engage baby in critically important tummy time play.  During the first months of life your baby learns about movement and develops the physical skills required for rolling over, sitting and crawling. Your baby will learn to respond and adapt to challenges and this is why baby needs the opportunity for tummy time.  Employing a colorful play mat with varying texture and layers, baby will be visually and physically stimulated by the fun developmental features. The gym’s design encourages physical development as baby works to strengthen upper and lower body muscles. As baby grows the mat also becomes an environment for floor play. Ages: Birth to 6 months. Price:  $44.99.
http://www.learningcurve.com/product/detail/LC27100?locale=en_US

Introduce your baby to the world around them in playful and enriching ways...It’s important to expose babies to music.  And a great way is with Baby Einstein.  In honor of their 10th anniversary, The Baby Einstein Company is releasing special editions of their best-selling DVDs -- Baby Mozart and Baby Beethoven.  The DVDs create a unique opportunity for parents to expose their babies to music and eye-catching real-life images – all from a baby’s point of view.  Bonus features, narrated by founder Julie Clark, provide parents with useful tips and tools on how to make DVD viewing an interactive and engaging experience for their children.  Price: Under $20  www.BabyEinstein.com

Keep tabs on baby all the time…
Baby monitors are a great way for parents to feel connected to their babies when they can't be in the same room.  The new Phillips Avent DECT baby monitors use DECT technology which guarantees zero interference from any other electronics device in or around the home.  The talk back features allows for a continuous connection between baby and parent unit with visible and audible link indicators. The parent unit is ultra small with a belt clip that allows mobility and a range of 900+ feet. www.philips.com/avent

Make meal time easy and safe….
PLAYSKOOL Heat Sensitive Spoons are a great way to keep baby safe at meal time. When food is too hot, the tip of the spoon changes color, so parents can be sure they are protecting their little ones. The soft edge of the spoons protects baby’s delicate gums and new teeth.  PLAYSKOOL Heat Sensitive Spoons and the entire line of PLAYSKOOL Baby Care accessories are available exclusively at CVS/pharmacy locations nationwide and on CVS.com. The Heat Sensitive Spoons are priced at $3.99.