We’re discovering some of the best and most creative homemade baby food recipes.

That’s right – even though you may not have your own cooking show on the Food Network, we know that feeding your baby delicious and nutritious food is a priority.

We want you to dazzle us with your culinary creativity by sharing your favorite baby food recipe… or create a brand new one for us!

So, what’s in it for you? The chance to win a Beaba Babycook.

Trust us – even if you’re sleep deprived, juggling one or more babies, and can barely make something for yourself to eat, this food maker makes mealtimes uber-easy and convenient. Baby food is steamed, cooked, blended, defrosted or warmed in a flash! (We’re talking less than 15 minutes.) Plus, it looks great on your kitchen counter. Can’t beat that.

So, open up your recipe box and start sharing…

{Enter to Win}

This promotion will run from 9/16/09 – 9/20/09. Drawing date: Monday, 9/21/09. One winner will be notified on Monday, 9/21/09. See official rules.

(Not yet a culinary baby food-making whiz, but want to be? Visit The Cradle’s How to Make Homemade Baby Food.)

GIVEAWAY HAS CLOSED

The SanDisk® 60-Second Summer Mobile Phone Video Contest.

All you need to do is shoot a 60-second video of your favorite sights and sounds of your summer and post it at YouTube.com/SanDisk to be eligible to win. (You can submit a new video as many times as you wish.)

Capture your baby frolicking under the sprinkler… make memories of your pregnant belly lounging at the beach… showcase your family vacation… you get the picture!

In return, they’re giving away summer cash and prizes every week such as:

• One $5,000 Grand Prize Winner – to be announced at the end of the contest.
• Five $1,000 Weekly Prizes – this goes to each week’s best entry.
• Top 25 Weekly Finalists will win a SanDisk mobile memory card, MobileMate™ Micro Reader, and t-shirt.

Contest runs now through August 31st. You have until Aug 10th to submit your video for the contest. A winning video selection will be judged each week. There is no limit to the number of times any individual can enter, though they cannot re-submit the same video in the same and/or following weeks during the contest period.

Entries can be submitted at http://www.youtube.com/sandisk.

The winning videos will be showcased on SanDisk’s YouTube channel and will be available for downloading at www.wakeupyourphone.com.

*SanDisk is a maker of flash memory cards.

Chronicle Books recently launched their first mobile apps for the iPhone:

The Walking Deck, The Strength and Toning Deck, and the Chakra Deck.

The fitness apps offer 50 digital cards that you can flip, zoom, shake to shuffle (!), and re-order into the exercise plan of your choice.

Perfect for the mom-to-be or new mom – decompress, keep in shape during pregnancy, or lose that baby weight. With only sprinkles of free time during the day, it’s ideal for the new mom!

For a free download, use these codes at the iTunes Store:

Chakra Deck
APF4J6KHRPL3

Strength & Toning
RHTRKE6NPFF4

Walking Deck
JPF97NKNP347

You can buy the apps here.

This offer is limited, so get on it!

The Play and Learn Baby Spoon is a great starter utensil for your little one. Designed as a developmental tool it helps babies become familiar with the feel of using a spoon (promoting hand-eye coordination).

It’s BPA, phthalate and lead free, and is made of durable rubber. Definitely crushworthy!

Note: Once baby is actually eating solids, this spoon is best used with thick yogurt or custard-y type of baby food that will stick to the spoon!

Special Offer: Cradle readers will receive 15% off all orders. To get your coupon code, visit…

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During a recent episode, actress Tori Spelling hosted a Winter Wonderland Party at her home to benefit The Ronald McDonald House. Guests were treated to special gift bags emblazoned with the logo of yes… you guessed it… The Cradle!

To view a portion of the show, and to see a close up of The Cradle’s supporting role, click on…

{Tori & Dean: Winter Wonderland Party}

Why Dr. T’s? We love this sunscreen! (Seriously, it really is super.)

• It goes on smoothly and easily – no heaviness or stickiness.

• Little ones like it. That’s right – you heard us. They won’t fight you putting on this sunscreen since it’s so light and quick to rub in.

• It has SPF 30 – their sweet skin will be well protected.

• And, it’s safe for the whole family.

Our personal faves? The Flip-Top and The Quick Stick – throw either one of these in your diaper bag or purse and you’re good to go.

For your coupon code, visit…

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Welcoming a little one into your world doesn’t have to break the bank! Discover easy ways to economize without depriving your baby of a thing.

{Budget Shopping for the New Baby}

To help navigate this new territory, check out our new article:

Rules for the New Parent… From Your Non-Parent Friends

From etiquette tips to topics of conversation, we’ll help get you in the know!

These leg warmers not only keep your baby’s legs covered and cozy, but they cover their little tootsies too.  No chilly toes! No extra socks needed! Yes, please.

So what are we crushing on? The sweet patterns, they protect the knees of crawlers, and they look just plain adorable on the walking set.

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But wait, babies…reading?! According to Dr. Titzer, a child’s first years of life offers the best opportunity to learn languages and to learn the written word. Time to break out the books for your little ones! (Or at least his DVD series.)

If you’re in town, go check it out and learn for yourself.

Details:

Friday, June 5th – 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

The Playroom
14392 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks CA 91423
(818) 784-PLAY (7529)