Self Care for the New Mama

Congratulations on the new bundle of joy, Mama!  Newborns are wonderful, adorable, and downright….exhausting!  No matter how much you love holding your little one in your arms, we know it can get intense.  And with all the excitement and care that goes into Baby, it can be hard to remember the person that can need […]

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Friendships Change After Kids: Here’s How to Handle It

It likely comes as no surprise to you that life changes a lot when your kids enter the world!  Your sleep schedule, body, attitude, and general priorities all shift the second you hold that little on in your arms.  And while you may expect your social life to change, you might be surprised to hear […]

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Teaching Toddlers the Value of Honesty

Learning to lie (and then subsequently, to not lie) is a normal part of growing up — but when lying becomes a nasty habit for your own child, it can be a little more frustrating than that!  Whether it’s about if they hit their sibling, ate their food, grabbed something they shouldn’t, or just about […]

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A Guide to Co-parenting

Splitting up with a significant other can be a complicated, unhappy time. And it can be made even messier when there’s a little one involved between the two of you! It doesn’t have to be entirely unpleasant, though, and there are ways to continue to keep Bitsy in happy, loving relationships — by co-parenting. So […]

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Love Languages for Kids

Love languages: unless you’ve been living under a rock for quite some time, it’s likely you’ve heard of this way to connect with others!  While it’s almost always looked at as a way to build your relationship with your partner, did you know it can also help you bond with your child?  Understanding the love […]

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Positive Thinking and Affirmations for Kids

Everyone needs a lift sometimes, and that doesn’t exclude little ones!  With all the negativity in the world right now, it can be easy to forget to stay positive–this just makes teaching your children positivity even more important!  Despite being young, little ones can have bad days, too, and teaching them how to find solutions […]

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First Aid for Infants and Toddlers

Boo boo’s are the worst.  Pretty sure both you and Bitsy can agree!  But what happens if your little one experiences more than a scrape or bruise?  As a mom, you always want to be prepared in case an emergency scenario arises, and being able to perform relatively first aid can help you feel a […]

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Choosing the Right Pediatrician for Your Family

Whether you’re 8 months pregnant and already shopping, or are just looking for a change later in the game, the search for a good pediatrician is something every parent experiences!  Doctor shopping is hard enough when you’re older, but when looking for a doctor for your sweet babe, it takes an entirely different turn. How […]

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How to Survive Temper Tantrums

Oh, the temper tantrum.  That moment when you can go from blissful playtime to full-blown meltdown in 30 seconds flat.  It’s no surprise that they’re often called The Terrible Twos, because right around 24 months is when bitsies begin to vocalize their emotions in different ways — often tantrums.  And no matter how much you […]

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Surviving Pregnancy with a Toddler

One of the greatest joys in life is growing your family!  The pitter patter of children’s feet all of your house is such a wonderful sound!  Sometimes building that family can come with growing pains, though.  Such as, how do you survive a pregnancy with a toddler in tow?  It’s no surprise that toddlers are […]

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Mom Shaming: How to Deal

From the beginning of time, people have had opinions — and more often than not, they have opinions on the way others lead their lives!  One of the areas of life most plagued by others’ opinions is motherhood — breastfed vs formula, working vs staying home with your baby, how you dress your children, the list goes […]

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