As you approach week 40 of your pregnancy, you’re likely getting excited, nervous, and anxious about what lies ahead. Ask most mothers, and you’ll hear that with enough prepping, the first few weeks of life at home with your infant will be more comfortable, albeit not without challenges. Here are a few things you, […]
Cold and flu season might look a little different this year, but the prevalence of masks doesn’t mean that your child will avoid catching a cold altogether. Prepping your home for the inevitable stuffy nose, cough, and fever isn’t as challenging as it sounds, and it can make a massive difference when it comes to […]
Preparing to bring your new baby home is an exciting time. But when there are other siblings at home, it can be a bit scary too. How will big brother or sister react? Will he be excited? Scared? Jealous? He may be all of those things at various times. Helping older siblings cope with a […]
It can be hard enough to get a fussy baby to sleep when the weather is comfortable. However, when it’s cold in the house, it can be a nightmare trying to get (and keep) your baby asleep. Because young babies shouldn’t sleep with blankets — and more importantly, because they can’t talk — parents might […]
Whether you’re newly pregnant or you’ve already had your baby, it will come as no surprise to you that these little bundles of joys come with a big price tag! Swings, cribs, car seats, strollers, diapers, formula, clothing, sometimes it seems like the list of items to buy for your new baby will never end. […]
Happy New Year (Almost)! You’ve made it through a super tough year, and with the holiday season quickly coming to a close, it’s tempting to attend a party or two. However, now is not the time to let our guards down. After all, who wants to deal with sick spouses or kids during the last […]
Car Seat Safety Tips and Tricks One of the most important purchases you’ll make before your baby is born is a car seat. After all, you won’t be able to take your baby home from the hospital without one. Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13. That’s why […]
Your baby’s first year will be filled with many milestones and memorable moments. Their first winter holiday (whatever that may be) is a great time to cement new and legacy Christmas traditions, make Hanukkah mementos, or capture baby’s first New Year’s Eve on film. The best part about starting a holiday tradition with your […]
10 Great Books for New Parents “Am I going to be a good parent?” All new parents ask themselves this, and every person will have a different definition of what it means to be a good parent. No matter how you look at it, every child deserves a parent who at least cares enough to […]
Caring for Your Premature Baby While the average pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks, the unpredictable can happen and your baby may come earlier than expected. Premature births occur in about 11 to 13 percent of pregnancies in the United States. A baby is considered premature if she’s born more than three weeks before her estimated […]
