As a mom who has had her own 2-year-old boy (not two of them granted), I'd say everyone above has given you really good advice. Something that you might not have thought of is to keep...

This seems like a great idea in theory, but I side with those who hate it. Air flow isn't just for comfort; overheating is a risk factor for SIDS, which I've noticed hasn't been mentioned. While it...

I would second (or triple) that notion. The "work-at-home" while caring for baby is definitely a myth outside of nap time. I used part-time childcare to finish my degree when my son was little.

Ditto, here. These are extremely common in France. They don't turn; they're just for pulling and pushing the door open and closed.