Rock a Bye Baby - Caring For Your Boat!

The boat is now out of the water.

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We took it out on Saturday and it has been put to bed for the winter, secure in its cradle, swaddled tight with tarpaulin.

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The Sailing Fanatic is quietly happy. He watched over the whole process and is already planning the peaceful, solitary hours he will have to spend scrubbing, scraping and generally fixing the boat.

I too am happy – safe in the knowledge that I won’t have to go for a sail for at least the next five months!

For there has scarcely been a week since we bought Sea-Dreamer that we haven’t been over to look at, bail out, or go for a jaunt in the boat. This whole ‘having a boat’ thing has taken over our lives much more than I had anticipated.

In fact, taking on Sea-Dreamer has been a bit of an eye-opener in all sorts of ways. Old, familiar issues have received a new and sometimes acrimonious airing. Take the question of time, for example:

‘What! That’s the third weekend in a row you’ll be off sailing! When are you going to find time to… [fill in the blank]?’

Or money:

‘How much? You’ve already spent a fortune on that boat!’

‘Darling, I know that the Macho-Mucho-Strongo-Shackle costs six times as much as all the others, but do you really want to compromise on safety?’

Father/Child relationships:

‘It’s not fair! I don’t want to go sailing again! It’s boring!’

‘Well, we’re going – and that’s final!’

Husband/Wife relationships:

‘It’s not fair! I don’t want to go sailing again! It’s boring!’

‘Oh, pleeeeeaaaasssseeee!’

Or even co-owner/co-owner relationships:

‘So, when do you want to use the boat?’

‘I don’t mind - when do you want to use the boat?’

‘I don’t mind – when do you want to use the boat?’

All in all, I have decided that buying a boat for the first time has a surprising impact on relationships – similar to major life-changing events such as having a baby. Chief among them being the fact that you really haven’t a clue what it will be like until you get one!

Like a first baby, a first boat brings an entirely new focus to your life – one that may be a bit of shock to the less involved members of the family. It eats money, devours time and absorbs attention.

I console myself with one thought, however. Like a baby, a boat requires careful attention to its nether regions - but this time the person struggling out of bed to tackle a particularly dirty bottom will not be me!

For the other Reluctant Sailor articles go to the Reluctant Sailor Index [http://www.sea-dreamer.com/reluctant.asp]

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Christmas Sales The Shrunks Tuckaire Toddler Inflatable Travel Bed 201

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Christmas Sales The Shrunks Tuckaire Toddler Inflatable Travel Bed Feature

Innovative design offers comfort and safety
PVC material contains no BPS, Lead or Phthalates
Patented Sung fit system allows crib size sheets to be tucked around the mattress
Inflates and deflates rapidly with electric pump (included)
Great solution for a safe night's rest for a toddler away from home

Christmas Sales The Shrunks Tuckaire Toddler Inflatable Travel Bed Overview

Li'l travelers sleep cozierin our kids' Travel Bed, 'cuz you can tuck the blankets in! Soft and cushy, with a flocked surface and safety bumpers. Pump and tote included. Available in Toddler (for ages 2 and up, up to 150 lbs.) or Kids (for ages 4 and up, up to 350 lbs.). A One Step Ahead Exclusive!. This is a One Step Ahead exclusive! Our in-house Design Team invests thought and care into every last detail, to bring you high-quality products you can't find anywhere else.. Built to withstand a childhood's worth of sleepovers!. Flocked sleeping area is calming, not sticky. Toddler size sleep area measures 49½"L x 26"W. Supports kids up to 150 lbs.. Kids size sleep area measures 67"L x 40"W. Supports kids up to 350 lbs.. 5" Security walls keep kids from rolling out, yet if feels like a "big kid" bed. Lightweight; folds compactly for easy portability. Electric pump (included) is fast and easy to use. Inflates in about 5 minutes.. Sleepover tip: before using ona trip, have your child sleep in the bed at home. PVC and phthalate-free

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Choosing the Right Crib For a New Born Baby

It's a great feeling for parents to have their baby around the house; babies are bringing amazing joy and a new life to each and every home. However, we as parents must make our home a baby-friendly safe zone. Babies have extraordinary needs that we should fulfill and as they can't protect themselves we should do everything to keep them secure and unharmed; our babies' safety is our first priority.

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Same thing goes when choosing the best and the appropriate new baby products like cribs and beddings. We should choose those that passed strict quality and safety guidelines and we shouldn't go for anything less.

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Crib is framed furniture where our newborn babies sleep and settle most of the time. There are five types of cribs you can choose from: the standard, canopy, convertible, round and portable.

Standard Crib is the most common type of crib. It can either have a single-drop side or double-drop side. Canopy Crib has four corner posts which can hold metal frames. Within these metal frames you can set fabric canopies for a more classic and elegant look. Convertible Crib is the most convenient and highly recommended of all crib types. This is because it can transform from a standard baby crib to a toddler bed or to a full size day bed. Round Crib is a new type of crib which is fast becoming popular. It has a round shape and single-drop side. Portable Crib is narrower and smaller than the regular sized cribs. This type of crib is collapsible so you can carry it anywhere, anytime.

Aside from the crib type, there are still several factors you should consider when choosing the best crib for your newborn such as design, features, materials used and size.

Although there's no standard size for cribs body, you should measure the interior of the crib or the sleeping area. It should measure around 51 ¾ inches in length by 27 ¼ inches in width; this is also the standard measurement of crib mattresses. Cribs have different features such as adjustable height, rolling casters, teething rail, wheel, cradles, safety gates and more. When buying cribs for your babies you should know all these features; don't hesitate to ask. Cribs can be made of hardwoods like birch, pine, beech and others, as well as plastics, metal and fabric. When choosing cribs that are made of these materials make sure to check for imperfections like splinters, loose threads, jagged edges, cracks, uneven parts and paint coating or finish. Make sure that the paint use doesn't contain lead or any harmful chemical and is not chipping fast. It is also recommended to shake and rattle the crib to see how sturdy it is; however don't shake to hard. Always check for the cribs designs, make sure that these special designs and features will be useful for you. Remember, extra feature and elaborate designs means additional cost. Check if the crib is 100% safe for you baby, especially the drop-down side and adjustable height. Make sure that the cribs can handle extreme force and weight and won't break down easily. Finally, always look for the Juvenile Product Manufacturers Association (JPMA) safety seal.

Of course, whenever you buy cribs for your babies, you should also buy beddings and crib mattresses. In doing so, there are also important factors you should consider such as materials used, design, color and size.

When choosing mattresses make sure that it will fit the interior of your baby's crib. Standard measure is 51 ¾ inch by 27 ¾ inch. As much as possible do the finger test. To do this simple place the mattress into the crib, insert two of your fingers between the mattress and the cribs railing. If your fingers fit, the mattress is too small; it should at lease one-finger spacing. This is to ensure that your babies won't and can't crawl underneath the mattress. When choosing the crib's beddings make sure that it fits the mattress snugly. Make sure that the beddings and sheets secured and is never loose this is to avoid accidents like suffocation and straggling. Of course, choose beddings that are made of durable, comfortable and baby-friendly materials. It is recommended that you buy at least two set of beddings so that you can change it as often as possible. It is also important to check the beddings for unwanted tears, stains and holes.

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Christmas Sales Kidco PeaPod Plus Travel Bed in Quick Silver 201

Dec 10, 2011 00:17:15

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Christmas Sales Kidco PeaPod Plus Travel Bed in Quick Silver Feature

Air mattress
UV protection and adjustable wind screens
Large front zipper panel
Slick, easy to fold design
Includes a one piece sleeping pad and anchor straps

Christmas Sales Kidco PeaPod Plus Travel Bed in Quick Silver Overview

KidCo PeaPod Plus with Inflatable MattressFor short trips across town when naptime nears, or long cross country vacations, the PeaPod Plus becomes your child's own portable bedroom. And it's so lightweight even your child can carry it. The NEW air mattress helps protect from cold, hard surfaces (inside or out) and provides a comfortable place to sleep or play. Great for outdoors because of its UV protection and adjustable wind screens. A large front zipper panel allows parents quick access to in

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How to Try For a Boy

Would you like to know how to try for a boy?

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The vast majority of the world population, since the beginning of time, has been blissfully ignorant of the fact that it is possible for a couple to conceive the baby gender of their choice. The entire world has taken for granted as fact the notion that gender selection is something that cannot be controlled or manipulated and must be left entirely to to chance.

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Yes, now we are seeing that geneticists are able to manipulate DNA in a laboratory.

But that is something altogether different than what we are talking about here: That human beings can actually affect and influence the outcome of which gender sperm ends up fertilizing the egg, through one hundred percent, natural means.

No drugs, no visits to a fertility specialist. No genetic manipulation. No artificial insemination.

Nope. Just one hundred percent, good old fashioned natural techniques involving all natural bodily functions: making babies the old fashioned way - through sexual intercourse.

If you and your partner just get together and have spontaneous, unplanned sex, and decide to use various positions and techniques impromptu, then you are leaving the gender of your conceived baby up to chance.

But if you carefully plan and choreograph your every move in bed, then you can actually control which gender sperm will make it to the egg.

Basically, the science behind this is that both male and female sperm have different characteristics. Obviously there are differences at the chromosomal level. And it is this set of differences that not only influences who the human being will become, but also influences the behavior of the sperm, traveling in its stream of semen, as it traverses the vagina to get to the egg inside the uterus.

What kind of behavior are we talking about? We are talking about:

- the swim rate (how fast can the sperm move inside the vagina)

- the longevity (how long can the sperm survive inside the vagina before dying out)

- its reaction to varying degrees of acidity or alkalinity inside the vaginal cavity.

There is the old Darwinian adage that "only the strongest survive".

Essentially that is the way that conception works. Quite literally, only the strongest sperm will survive. All other sperm will wither away and die out.

Okay so now that we essentially touched upon the surface of these basic concepts, it's time to put this information to use and understand how to try for a boy.

Here are a few basic pointers on how to try for a boy:

1. The sex position that you use matters. Why? The depth and angle of penetration influences where inside the vagina the sperm will be ejaculated and will start its journey, making its way down the vagina, through the cervix, and into the uterus, where it will meet the egg. Because you need for the male sperm to travel as short a distance as possible inside the vagina to make it quickly to the egg, you want to use deep penetration, so that the ejaculated sperm will be deposited closer to the egg. It will then have less distance to travel.

2. Whether the woman has an orgasm matters. The woman needs to have an orgasm during intercourse if she wants to have a boy. The vaginal secretions released during orgasm, preferably a simultaneous orgasm with the man, will facilitate the male sperm's journey and will hinder the female sperm's journey to the egg.

3. The timing of intercourse matters. If you want a boy, you should make sure to have sex within the 12 to 24 hours before conception occurs. This ensures that the male sperm won't die out.

4. Eating of alkaline foods matters. There are two types of foods: alkaline and acidic. The vaginal walls need to be heavily alkaline in order to help the male sperm succeed and to hinder the female sperm. Consuming alkaline foods is essential to the whole process of how to try for a boy.

Taking all of these 4 points into consideration, you have a complete road map of how to try for a boy.

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Christmas Sales AeroBed Sleep Tight Inflatable Bed for Kids 201

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Christmas Sales AeroBed Sleep Tight Inflatable Bed for Kids Feature

Inflatable bed made specially for kids; sleep surface measures 50 by 25 inches
Constructed of heavy-duty PVC with electronically welded seams
4-inch-high surround safety cushion helps kids stay on the bed
Included AC pump inflates bed in under a minute; deflates in under 15 seconds
Comes with thick, washable, fitted mattress pad with star and moon design

Christmas Sales AeroBed Sleep Tight Inflatable Bed for Kids Overview

"The 40010 AeroBed for kids has a large 50"" x 25"" sleep surface with 4"" high surround safety cushion to prevent children from falling out bed. Constructed of heavy duty PVC with electronically welded seams, this bed is built to last. Feel great about putting kids to sleep in a safe, durable bed from renowned inflatable-bed makers, Aero. With a large sleep area and a 4-inch-high safety cushion surrounding the sleep area, the bed is designed to prevent kids from rolling off. Since convenience is key when it comes to the art of getting children to sleep, the AeroBed for Kids is very quick and easy to inflate. A powerful AC pump inflates the mattress in under a minute. Morning or post-nap cleanup is quick, too, since the bed deflates in less than 15 seconds. The bed comes with its own mattress pad featuring a fun star and moon design just right for getting kids into a sleepy frame of mind.

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Accent Pillows Review

For many people, sleeping on a bed without a pillow is like walking in the rain without an umbrella. Pillows are not just bed accessories but they serve the basic purpose of giving us support and helping us sleep in a less cumbersome posture. Mote however that pillows have nowadays transited from just being used on the bed to decorative items in the house.

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In the category of decorative pillows are what are called the accent pillows that come in some artistic forms crowned with beautiful,appealing and attractive colors. To make them stand out, they their designers, add a touch of embroidery, soft materials and they also make the pillows bring out a certain theme for example holiday messages or they carry features of a baby depicting innocence depending on where they shall be used.

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Nothing completes the picture more than giving the accent pillows a velvet or silky finish. With such a soft and smooth feel against your skin, you are sure to feel as though you are on cloud nine. It is also a sure way to give your guests a surprise of the year, especially if you beautifully prop them up on n armchairs, couches, beds or on a carpeted floor.

For the best effects you really need to have a n eye for colors. Wrong choice could make you end up with a contrasting mixture that just looks confused and this may actually be a put off to many. However, careful mixing and matching of the accent pillows can guarantee you an atmosphere of serenity that you just don't want to be away from.One important thing as you buy or design your pillows is to know how to clean them as they are prone to get dirty once in a while.

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Christmas Sales KidCo PeaPod Plus with Mattress 201

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Christmas Sales KidCo PeaPod Plus with Mattress Feature

Air mattress
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Large front zipper panel
Slick, easy to fold design
Includes a one piece sleeping pad and anchor straps

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Chicco Deluxe Rocker Baby Sketching - Comfortable and Convenient

Choosing the right baby bouncing chair for your child involves a lot of decisions. As a caring parent, you know there are many features that you must look for and consider when selecting the right bouncer for your baby. At the top of the list is safety, of course. In addition, it is also important to look for a baby bouncing chair that is not only comfortable but will also help to stimulate your child's mind. The Chicco Deluxe Rocker Baby Sketching meets all of those considerations and more.

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One of the most prominent features in this baby bouncing chair is its bright and colorful design. The soft and cuddly bear in the chair is appropriate for either gender. The fun loving bear pillow is ideal when your child is a baby, but it will also follow your child as he or she grows and develops; sure to become a treasured friend for nap time later on. Every baby needs a blanket to soothe them when they are ready for a rest and this chair does not disappoint in this area. The Chicco Deluxe Rocker Baby Sketching contains a special pocket in the bear and a blanket that is ideal for baby's nap time.

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While nap time is crucial, so is stimulation for the development of your child's mind. You will find that this bouncing chair has everything that is needed to help develop and stimulate your child's sense of space as well as his or her sensitivity to music and rhythm. Featuring an electronic toy bar with a host of melodies and lights as well as a squeak toy and rattle in the bear's paws, your child will be delighted with the Chicco Deluxe Rocker Baby Sketching.

As a parent, you will also be delighted with the number of convenient features that are contained in this safe baby bouncing chair. The fabric cover can be easily removed and washed. The backrest of the chair is constructed so that you can set it in different positions, including a fixed position or rocking positions. With this fun and comfortable chair, you will never again have to worry about whether you are providing the perfect resting or play spot for your child. You will know without a doubt that you have provided not only a safe and comfy spot for your baby, but also one that will develop his mind as well.

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Camping Air Bed Brings Comforts of Home to Campgrounds

Something about the outdoor life grabs people and calls them to come out to the wild to enjoy the wondrous beauty of nature that simply cannot be discovered unless you get far outside the cities and towns. There are many couples who love to share their passion for the out of doors.

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However, more of these couples might get out and "away from it all" more often, if they could enjoy a restful night of sleep too. This is where the camping air bed can come in to save the day.

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This kind of camping bed is a significant upgrade in comfort for the campsite. When a couple is out hiking or camping they no longer have to end each day sleeping on a separate camping air mattress, but can now enjoy the luxury of a king size or queen size product that is especially designed for the outdoor-minded couple. This helps to bring an additional element of togetherness and comfort while under the stars and most couples report sleeping much better in their king or queen size air bed than they ever experienced on their twin air mattress.

Sometimes, it is the wife of the outdoor minded man, who will be less than enthusiastic about planning another outdoor excursion. Clearly the ladies prefer having more of the comforts of home and are not fans roughing-it, no matter how much they love getting out into nature. However, with the assurance of a comfortable night's sleep, snuggled securing with their husband, they tend to be more willing to pitch a tent at the campground or lakeside retreat.

A great benefit of the camping air bed is that most of them are much higher off of the ground than the traditional camping air mattress. For the people who might have aching backs and knees and who would rather not attempt getting up from a mattress at ground level, they will be happy to know that the camping queen air mattress is much easier to maneuver. In fact, it is very much like getting up out of a standard bed.

For those who are not all that excited about getting into sleeping bags that have seen too many seasons outside or stuffed in the corner of the garage, most of these camping air beds also can be used with standard bedding, making you feel even more like you are at home.

Sometimes children have some fears about staying out in the woods, or being very close to the ground, or both. In this case, a camp bed that is off the ground, like the beds they are used to at home, can make it easier for them to get used to their outback surroundings and sleep better. And, everyone knows that the better rested the kids are on during an adventure, the better things will go overall.

There is truly a wide variety of camping air bed models that are now available from which to choose. There are king, full and queen size air bed models and even a style that will convert into a couch during the day. With some time to scope out your options and some planning, your next venture into the wild might have you feeling right at home and more comfortable than ever.

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Skyrest Travel Pillow Review

If you're looking to fly in the near future, what you're going to soon find out is that you're going to need to be comfortable. Instead of taking your pillow from home, you're going to find that it's going to be a lot easier to get a pillow that's designed for airlines. This is why I wanted to give a review on one of the best selling travel pillows on the market today.

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If you haven't already checked for pillows, you're going to find that the selection isn't big, but you're going to find out that the best rated pillow is the travel pillow by Skyrest. Let me tell you what I think of it, and why you should consider it, if you're in the market.

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Highest rated -- Check out any e-commerce store online and look at the reviews. Pillows like this generally don't get a lot of reviews, but what you're going to find is that the people come out in swarms when they talk about this one, and it's understandably so. If you like something, you're going to want to tell the world about it!

Prices -- The price on the Skyrest pillow isn't that bad at all. In fact, you can purchase it online for less than . If you were to purchase this pillow in the airport gift shops, you would easily pay more than . Trust me on this one!

Unique -- Instead of putting your head back or to the side, you will generally lean forward. It's going to be a lot more comfortable for you, compared to a lot of the others ones on the market today.

Check out some of the reviews online and see why many others like it!

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Cyber Monday KidCo PeaPod Lite 2011 Deals

Dec 05, 2011 17:51:50

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Cyber Monday KidCo PeaPod Lite Feature

EASY FOLD, 2-HOOP DESIGN
INDOOR / OUTDOOR CHILDREN'S PORTABLE TRAVEL BED
AGE RANGE: BIRTH TO APPROXIMATELY 3 YEARS OLD
OPEN DIMENSIONS: 41"L X 21.5"W X 18"H
STORAGE BAG DIMENSIONS: 13.5"L X 1.75"W X 13.5"H

Cyber Monday KidCo PeaPod Lite Overview

KidCo's PeaPodTM Lite; the travel bed that does it all for on-the-go parents. It is a slightly smaller and lighter weight version of other PeaPod models, yet still provides a comfortable and cozy place to sleep or quietly play. Great for short trips across town when naptime nears, or long cross country vacations, the PeaPod Lite becomes your child's own portable bedroom. Also great for outdoors because of the UV protection and wind screens. Front zippered panel allows parents quick and easy access to baby from virtually any angle. The slick, easy to fold design makes it ideal for storage and use anytime.

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