Wee Baby Stuff

We entertain a lot, it means we get to maintain a post-baby social life. Generally we have friends around for a few drinks and some dinner, nothing schmancy. But New Years is a big one, and we are throwing an out and out Hootenanny! With cocktails and canapes and clothes that don't have any kind of goo on them (I'm hoping).

parenting.com has a useful checklist to help make sure that your party is safe for your pookie (Though I'm kind of hoping he'll be in bed!)

• Keep those yummy appetizer platters out of reach. Bite-size goodies (cheese cubes, nuts, dried fruits, and raw veggies) can all be choking hazards. Watch out for dropped food, too.
• Forget the tablecloth. Babies love to pull at tablecloths' hanging edges, which can bring whatever's on top -- plates, glasses, silverware -- crashing down.
• Toss unfinished glasses of spiked eggnog. Alcohol of any kind can be toxic to a baby.
• Stash handbags. Your tiny partier might find medication, hard candy, and more in Aunt Judy's purse, so put your guests' belongings in a closet or out of reach.
• Decorate simply. Yay, an excuse to do less! Avoid sharp or breakable trimmings; skip poisonous holiday plants such as holly berries and amaryllis; and look out for choking hazards, like bows, ribbons, and even mistletoe.

None of it is exactly rocket science, but it's nice to have a reminder when you're busy freaking out about seating and Blinis.

Yay! Another excuse to put the pookie in a ridiculous hat!

Image from here.

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