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How can one little person need so much gear? Find out what you really need with our gear guide, then decide what to buy, what you can skip, and what's safe, including car seats, strollers, baby toys, and more.

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Essential Gear for Baby Essential Gear for Baby's First Six Weeks

... want to consider his style, too. An infant car seat is the only baby gear that you are absolutely...

Baby Products We Can Baby Products We Can't Live Without

You asked, we answered. We had real moms tell us which baby gear really got them through those first few roller-coaster months -- behold the 13 lifesavers you need to register for.

Our Ultimate Stroller Guide Our Ultimate Stroller Guide

Feeling overwhelmed by the number of stroller-buying options out there? Our top-notch guide will help you narrow your search.

Best Car Seats for Babies and Toddlers Best Car Seats for Babies and Toddlers

Going for a ride? Keep baby as safe and comfy as possible in one of these cool car seats.

Splurge vs. Steal: Cool Baby Gear You Can Afford Splurge vs. Steal: Cool Baby Gear You Can Afford

...-yet-chic versions of some of the hottest baby gear out there. Check out these fashionable look-alikes. Nursery...

2010 American Baby Bests: 20 New-Mom Must-Haves 2010 American Baby Bests: 20 New-Mom Must-Haves

We asked parents to name the best baby products they couldn't get along without. Consider this the definitive list of what you really need for your newborn.

Baby Essentials That Are OK to Buy Used Baby Essentials That Are OK to Buy Used

Save money on many baby items. With smart shopping, most of the things on your list are OK to buy used.

Baby Items You Can Live Without Baby Items You Can Live Without

Before you register or buy something for baby, check out our list of products that aren't worth the splurge.

2012 American Baby Bests: Gear of the Year 2012 American Baby Bests: Gear of the Year

Who doesn't like to get a good tip--or 20? In our search for products that really do their job, we polled thousands of readers, Facebook fans, and Parents.com community users. According to them, these are the buys that deserve to be called "the best."

The Must-Read High Chairs Buying Guide The Must-Read High Chairs Buying Guide

High chair shopping doesn't have to be a task. To find the perfect seat for your tot, read what to look for here -- then check out these 10-star options.

7 Baby Monitors 7 Baby Monitors

A baby monitor lets you listen in on a sleeping child. Stay tuned into baby with one of these.

Dads Dads' Favorite Baby Gear

Check out the carriers, pacifiers, high chairs (and more) that these dads can't live without.

11 Ultimate Strollers 11 Ultimate Strollers

The latest, the greatest, the smallest, and the biggest -- whatever you're looking for, start your shopping here!

Mom-Tested Baby Slings & Carriers Mom-Tested Baby Slings & Carriers

We put 15 carriers and slings to the test. Check out what our mommy testers had to say, and find the one that's right for your bambino.

Gorgeous, Affordable Diaper Bags Gorgeous, Affordable Diaper Bags

You would never buy a purse with baby bears all over it, so why buy a diaper bag like that when you're carrying it just as much? These grown-up bags don't scream that they have bottles and wipes inside, and most will carry you from playdate to date night. Best of all, most are under $100.

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