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 […]
We get it, all babies are cute. You can’t help but want to hold them, cuddle them, and make funny noises at them. We can’t help ourselves either but it’s important to partake in newborn etiquette, which is to abide by a set of rules that are meant to keep a baby safe. As adults, […]
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 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 […]
What if you don’t fit the mold when it comes to kids? A biological clock can be a nerve-wracking thing that adds pressure when there might not need to be. Even though as you age the number of eggs you produce decreases, and having a baby past the age of 35 carries some additional risk, […]
Believe it or not, newborns are born instinctively knowing how to breastfeed. They know how to find your breast and can latch on usually with little to no assistance. Latch on, you say? The latch is the most important part of breastfeeding. It’s when your baby positions his mouth just right, “latches on” to the […]
No matter what you have planned with your own mom for Mother’s Day, whether it’s brunch or a fancy dinner, the goal is to shower her with love and appreciation. As you’re celebrating the day together, impress her with these fun Mother’s Day facts about the history of the holiday and how it has evolved […]
Get ready: Mother’s Day is coming up faster than you think it is! Unlike holidays like birthdays and Valentine’s Day, it’s hard to have a set countdown for Mother’s Day. Before you know it, the day is here, and you want to make sure that you have the best gifts to help pamper your mom, […]
It’s the scenario no parent wants to picture: your infant starts choking. And unfortunately with babies, the instinct is to jam everything into their mouths. The downside? They aren’t born knowing how to eat so chewing and swallowing takes time to learn. This means that instinctively a baby doesn’t know how to avoid the hazard […]
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 […]
It’s the moment all parents have been waiting for: tummy time! Aside from being an adorable photo op, tummy time — placing a baby on his or her stomach while you supervise — is actually an important step for your newborn. After being on their backs for so long, babies need to practice using their […]
For most parents, a pacifier ranks right up there with diaper wipes as a must-have item for baby. Since suckling has a soothing, calming effect, babies are often born already knowing how to suck their fingers or thumbs. And since comforting your baby is one of your top priorities, it’s a given that a pacifier […]