What can I do to fix my Kodak model V1253?

I have had this camera for a year, and I love it so much. It was a gift to me for Christmas, wow, it has been so special. I have not had a problem at all, with pictures, video, transferring. Yesterday, when I went to use it, it lights up, then flashes and shuts down. I first thought it was the battery, so I bought one, $40, at Best Buy, but after charging it, still won't open the lens, shuts down after it lights up. HELP!!!!!