What's New: August 18, 2011

Email looks strange? Click here to view in browser.      In this issue: Kids bikes, backpacks and laptop reliability; plus, make your own baby food What's New: August 18, 2011 Making your own baby food is easier than you think Making your own baby food is simple, economical and nutritious, according to enthusiasts who shun pre-packaged pureed foods. In addition, many parents prefer the comfort of knowing exactly what ingredients are going into their babies' tummies.   Read More → Back-to-school backpack trends Backpacks are making a fashionable comeback, and the latest ones pack in both style and usability. Here are the ones that will be sure to please kids and their parents.   Read More → Balance bikes vs. training wheels Training wheels are often seen as the first step in learning how to ride a bike, but the exploding popularity of balance bikes promises to shake up that tradition. Designed for toddlers ages 2 to 5, balance bikes have no pedals and low seats, so kids can learn to balance on two wheels.   Read More → Laptop reliability: How do the major brands stack up? Laptop surveys conducted by PCMag.com, PC World and others tell us which laptop brands are most likely to please, and which are most likely to disappoint. While they don't tell the whole story -- and don't always agree -- these surveys are worth considering before you buy your next laptop.   Read More → Gaps in health insurance saddle some with debt Allowing gaps in health insurance is akin to playing financial Russian roulette for many consumers, a new study says. In fact, most unexpected medical debt occurs during these breaks. Here's what you can do to avoid financial ruin.   Read More → The Cadillac ELR coupe: it's electric! Cadillac is leveraging the electric-vehicle architecture used in the Chevy Volt for a snazzy new sport coupe called the ELR. We've got all the details - plus photos.   Read More → More Recent Blog Posts Sugar is sweet--but is corn sugar? Consumer Reports now recommends extended warranties? Well, no. Recall recap: Undeclared food allergens, Hondas, Target step stools and more Best bets in mountain bikes Recent Report Updates Cheap Laptops Netbooks Backpacks Concealers Sports Sedans Big Movers This Week Online Brokers Snow Blowers Steam Mops Backpacks Mattress Toppers Email this to a friend Print this newsletter Follow us on Twitter Fan us on Facebook This email was sent to mln141.domain_reg@blogger.com. To make sure you receive ConsumerSearch emails please add newsletter@consumersearch.com to your address book. Click here to unsubscribe © 2011. ConsumerSearch, Inc. A service from About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All Rights Reserved..