Because babies are not able to regulate their body temperature as much as adults can, it is vital that their parents keep them warm and comfortable while they are sleeping. This is especially true during cold winter nights where babies are more vulnerable to flu, cough, and colds. Babies should be kept warm, but not…
Are you a nursing mom constantly asking yourself ‘‘How many lactation cookies should I eat?’’ You may be worried about a low milk supply and you’re not alone. This is a common question from breastfeeding moms and the answer varies based on several factors. So, how many lactation cookies should you eat per day? It…
The Boppy lounger or Boppy newborn lounger has become every mother’s best friend whenever they are busy with daily chores and managing their families. When you are tired from holding your baby or they are still awake and you have to take care of your other child, then, a Boppy lounger will help you more…
If wishes were horses, we would all have the time and foresight to warm up our cars before loading the baby, making sure never to expose them to the cold. But that isn’t always possible. Even if you have a warm garage, you need to have ways to keep your children constantly warm in the…
Part of a parent’s job is to look for ways to make their baby comfortable. When a baby is comfortable, they sleep better, play better, and they will generally be happy, and then the whole household is happier. When a diaper restricts a baby’s movement they will be fussy and may have rashes in uncomfortable…
Being a new parent can only be described as a whirlwind. There is so much to learn, and the stakes are extremely high. There is little room for error because a small human life is counting on you. Parents put so much pressure on themselves to get everything right. Sure, the stress and tension recede…
It’s the joy of every parent when their child starts to stand. This is until they begin to do so in their cribs when they are supposed to be sleeping. On average, babies are supposed to begin standing on their own at around eight months, with the adventurous ones starting at six months. As exciting…
Catnapping is a nap that lasts about 20-45 minutes or even less. Babies can find it hard to go back to sleep after catnapping. Some babies may even nap for five minutes and wake up more energized and not go back to sleep. As any new parent will attest, there is never enough sleep. But…
For a while now, jolly jumpers have been a controversial topic. Many have put them under scrutiny, raising several discussions and arguments that either oppose or defend their adoption at home as toys for babies. To help the parents make better and informed decisions before purchasing, this article elaborates about jolly jumpers, their pros and…
It’s funny, it seems most of my life I’ve heard about women and their biological clocks ticking. I never thought twice about the phrase…until I turned 40. Turns out, mine is ticking too. I wasn’t 40 when I started considering IVF. It was more like 37/38. I was newly single after ending a 17 year…