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11.27.09 Hits of the week

• All drop-side cribs are under scrutiny after a massive recall this week. Browse through our database for the latest baby product recalls.

• Is it possible for Dog Whisperer tips to work on your kids? Our Ask the Experts feature tackles the question of when and how dog should meet the baby.

• When Thanksgiving is over, what to do with the leftovers? In addition, when you're always on the go, takeout and frozen food can be a healthful part of your prenatal food plans.

• Did you have to talk your man into fatherhood? Remember, fatherhood changes everything—so here's a look at what these changes mean for you and your man.

• One writer asks: Why is there so much contempt for mothers these days? When it comes to pregnancy and motherhood, not everyone feels the same way.

• An opinion writer shares her views on screaming kids and airplanes. Sounds a lot like the recent story about the California mom and cranky toddler who were kicked off a flight recently.

• Do today's parents buy too much stuff? When it's time to register, make note of our list of essential baby products for those moms-to-be who believe less is more.

• New research finds that the sexual orientation of a parent has little to do with their parenting skills. This holiday season, take a look at the people that surround you and you'll probably draw the same conclusion we have: Blood isn't the only bond that unites us.
   

Maria Vega is Fit Pregnancy magazine's copy editor. Happy Thanksgiving!