The old wives’ tales about what an expecting mother should or should not eat are enough to make anyone’s head spin. From soft cheese to canned tuna to caffeine, there is no shortage of advice and opinions on what can and cannot harm fetal development. The latest addition to the hotly debated food topic is can cinnamon cause a miscarriage.

With its spicy-sweet flavor and delicious aroma, this wintery staple is at the center of baking recipes and festive treats. Some people also stir it into their drinks for an added flavor boost. But is it safe for expecting mothers to consume cinnamon? Let’s learn more about it.

How Much Cinnamon is Safe During Pregnancy?

When it comes to food safety during pregnancy, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. What is moderate for one person may be too much for another. So, it’s always best to consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet.

The good news is that there aren’t any speculations suggesting that pregnant women should completely avoid cinnamon. So, they can eat dishes and snacks that include small quantities of cinnamon. But they should be mindful of the amount. Generally, between 1 and 6 grams of cinnamon per day is considered a safe amount of cinnamon.

What to Do If You Have Ingested a Lot of Cinnamon?
It’s important to be aware of the fact that high amounts of cinnamon can be harmful. Though generally considered safe, if you’ve consumed excessive cinnamon, contact your doctor immediately. Depending on the quantity consumed and symptoms, they can provide you with the right advice.

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Baby powder and talcum powder has a variety of uses for moisture wicking. While most people use the powder to absorb moisture inside shoes, on feet or to prevent chafing of skin that rubs together, one of the most common uses was for diapering babies to prevent diaper rash. You may have some baby powder inside your cabinet and wonder, does baby powder expire? 

There are many uses for baby powder. In my family we use it often in shoes to keep them from smelling and also take it to the beach to sprinkle some on legs and feet after a fun day to get the sand to easily brush off the sand before getting in the car.

Does Baby Powder Expire?

Wanting to understand the effectiveness of powder and how long it actually lasts, we contacted Johnson & Johnson to inquire about their baby powder. Their customer service department is very helpful and shares with us that baby powder does not have an expiration date.

Johnson & Johnson suggested that the powder can be saved for up to 36 months and still retain its effectiveness if it is stored at room temperature. That is great news for those who like shop sales or use coupons to stock up on powder.

You can look on the back or bottom of the bottle to find the manufacture date (there is not a printed expiration date) and this will help you decide if it has been less than 3 years. The marking will say LOT, followed by four numbers and then a letter (like LOT 0918L). The manufacture date is the fourth number. (So Lot 0918L was made in 2018, and is good for use until 2021.) If you have any confusion feel free to give Johnson & Johnson a call and they will help. 

If you do find a brand of baby powder that has an expiration date and chose to use expired baby powder please watch for minor skin irritation.

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One of the developmental milestones I wondered when my babies were little was when do babies know their name? Your little baby is growing so fast and has so many things to experience in this world. The first few months with your newborn seems like a never ending cycle of feeding, changing and sleeping but sometimes you don’t realize they are actually learning non-stop. 

The rate of their learning and growing is so fast we sometimes miss major milestones or get nervous about when our babies should meet new ones. Some of the most important are based on communicating with each other. We crave connection with our babies and they love connecting with us.

One of the most fun moments is when we realize our baby recognize their name. 

At What Age do Babies Start Recognizing their Name?

The normal age that babies start recognizing their name is between 4 – 9 months. Usually it is 6-7 months but a little before or after is still considered normal. But definitely in the first year of life you should see recognition of their own name.

How to help your baby to know their name?

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Are you tired of trying to measure formula and heat the water to the perfect temperature in the middle of the night? An automatic baby formula maker may be the answer to all of your infant feeding woes!

Here are some of the best ones on the market and why you might want to consider them as your next purchase.

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As any mom of a child in diapers knows, a long-lasting diaper product with great absorption is key to a happy baby. But, do diapers expire? Is there a time when they should be tossed away and replaced with a new batch?

The good news is that diapers do not expire, but there are some things you need to know before breaking out that box of diapers that was saved from your last child.

How Long Do Diapers Last?

Theoretically, diapers can last forever. As a paper product, they can be just as effective on day 101 after manufacturing as they are on day one. While they generally retain their shape and their performance, the large diaper manufacturers do recommend that they be used within a 2-year time frame so that consumers can experience them at their best.

We called Huggies, Pampers, and Luvs to get the information straight from their customer service representatives about the products themselves. Not only were they helpful in explaining how their products work, they were also happy to answer questions in regard to their diapers and wipes.

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Do Huggies Expire

The cheerful customer service representative at Huggies explained that there is no expiration date on the diapers. They are a paper product that should perform the exact same way no matter when they are used. As with all paper products, they did explain that there may be some yellowing of the paper itself with age. The elastic, as with all elastic products, may also lose its elasticity over time. For consumers, this may mean that the longer you wait to use the diapers, the greater there is of a risk of leakage.

Do Pampers Expire?

Although there is no expiration date for Pampers diapers, they do suggest using them within a two-year time frame. That time frame is the optimal window for all of the products components (i.e. – elastic, paper, absorption material) to work the most effectively. While using them outside of that timeframe can certainly be done, the company claims that they are at their peak performance within those two years after manufacturing.

Do Luvs Expire?

For those who prefer to use Luvs diapers, there is again, no expiration date for the products. Their diapers are tested for a two-year shelf life, so they recommend using them within that time period. That is when they are the most effective for absorbing liquids and protecting from leaks. Luvs does have a money back guarantee, but it is limited to within 45-days of purchase, so it would not apply to diapers that have been sitting on your child’s changing table for a few years.

What to Look for in Older Diapers

Although we have established that diapers do not expire, it is important to be aware of the fact that some of the components of diapers can change with age.

Since diapers are a paper product, over time, the color of the paper may change. It is not unusual to find some yellowing on the outside of the diaper after a couple of years have passed. The discoloration should not impact the diaper’s effectiveness though.

The elastic used at the waist and around the legs can also deteriorate with age. The humidity and heat of the area where the diapers are stored can also speed up the elastic’s deterioration. High humidity and heat dry out the elastic and make it much less effective.

While this does not impact the diaper’s ability to absorb, it can create quite a mess should the diaper leak from the sides or the top.

Should You Use Older Diapers?

Since diapers do not expire, it is okay to use them years later and expect them to still be able to absorb.

If you are thinking about using older diapers though, it is a good idea to check the coloring of the paper, discoloration of the outer layer, as well as the elastic.

Should you find the elastic is loose and does not provide that secure seal around the elastic waistband, edges or the absorbent core isn’t as absorbent, you may want to put a diaper cover (typically used for cloth diapering) on over the diaper. Just be sure to change the diapers frequently as the extra moisture from the plastic cover over the diaper could irritate your child’s skin. Also, watch for skin rashes and if necessary use a fresh diaper.

What Causes Diapers To Break Down?

Diapers can break down faster if you leave them in direct sunlight. The extreme heat of sun light or too close to appliances can cause the adhesive strips to break down. In normal circumstances you will want to store leftover diapers in a cool dry place. If you want to keep unused diapers for a long time t is best to keep dry unopened diapers in the original diaper packaging.

Do Diapers Expire? The Answer

When it comes down to disposable diapers, the rule of thumb is that there is no expiration date, but they are most effective and perform the best when used within two years of their manufacture date.

Can you use diapers that are older than two years? Absolutely, but just be aware that they may be slightly discolored and that the elastic may have loosened.

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Sometimes mothering comes naturally and sometimes I need special instructions. When it came to diapers I thought it would be super easy, who needs instructions on diapering…right? Well, turns out there were some great tricks that I was happy to learn from some of my experienced mom friends.

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