The goal of a baby monitor is for parents to listen and hear the sounds of their baby when they aren’t in the same room. At its core, a baby monitor is intended to prevent harm to your baby. But did you know that many of these monitors can be hacked? Not every baby monitor […]
Is your wee child not sleeping? Being a parent can be amazing. It can also be pretty frustrating at times. If your little one just isn’t sleeping through the night, you may be doing something wrong. If you have an issue with a child not sleeping or you’re going through the dreaded 4-month sleep regression, […]
With so many books and publications you can read, it’s hard to get just the baby milestone facts with none of the filler. Are you currently expecting or a recent mom and wondering when you can expect certain milestones to happen for your baby? Read on! Keep in mind no child is the same and […]
With how fast little ones grow, there are sure to be many newborn moments that you will miss. From teething, the teeny tiny newborn clothes to the first time you get a whiff of your baby’s sweet smell, there are moments that stick out tas ones moms will miss the most. Enjoy this walk down […]
Parenthood is one wild adventure. From temper tantrums and weird behavior that’s somehow normal to all those sleepless nights. The best way to get through all of the crazy moments is by having a great sense of humor. And when you need to have a chuckle and an “I can relate” moment when you feel […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 59 children are affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD cannot be described as one set of characteristics, rather the disorder refers to a wide array of symptoms including (but not limited to) issues developing socially and exhibiting repetitive behaviors, alongside nonverbal communication. Autism […]
The tax filing deadline is around the corner, and if you’re the parent of a newborn you’re offered very valuable tax breaks. Although you may be overwhelmed by everything that is becoming parents for the first time, don’t overlook your taxes even though it may be toward the bottom of your list. Raising a child […]
Here’s the truth about motherhood that many people don’t talk about: there’s really NO way to fully prepare for it. Sure, you can read books, ask your friends, have the baby shower and attend any and all birth-related classes, but it still won’t be enough. Everyone has some idea of what motherhood entails because you’ve […]
As a new mom, you’ll take all the help you can get. There’s already so much to learn when it comes to taking care of a newborn (and we’re not even talking about the mamas who have two under two!). So if there’s a way to make the first six months (and beyond) a little […]
Newsflash that is not really “news” to parents who just had a baby: raising children is expensive! And while there are certainly a lot of items you need for an infant, your new little bundle doesn’t have to cost a bundle. Experts say that kids don’t need to be as expensive as you think they […]
Raising kids is a full-time job, and as a mom you experience the full spectrum of emotions, including happiness, joy, anger, sadness, frustration, overwhelm, etc. A new study came out highlighting the connection between stay-at-home moms and depression. It seems the mental challenges can be exacerbated by isolation and the underestimated amount of what changes […]
Now that we’re safely through the holidays and into a new year, you know what that means? It’s time to plan your child’s birthday party. Whenever your Bitsy celebrates a birthday this year, you want to have the best birthday party theme everyone will love. Think games, decor, food along with all the bells and […]