This post is brought to you by The Motherhood and Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital. All opinions are my own. A couple months ago when I took my then 5 year-old son for surgery to repair an umbilical hernia he had developed at birth, I didn’t know what to expect. Even though the place came highly recommended, […]
How I Survived Pregnancy Fatigue with a Toddler at Home
Pregnancy can be an incredibly exhausting experience, especially during the first trimester when your body is working on overdrive to create a new human being. However, when you’re pregnant and raising a toddler at home, that exhaustion is taken to a whole new level. I remember when I was pregnant with each of my kids. […]
New Mom Musts: Top Baby Picks from the NY Baby Show
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the 2018 New York Baby Show — one of the largest events for new and expectants parents featuring an array of must-have baby products. The show was a chance to not only check out some favorite baby brands (like Babyganics and WaterWipes) that I continue to use […]
How to Wean and Transition a Breastfed Baby to Bottle
Inside: When you’re transitioning baby from breast to bottle, the specific bottle you choose is just as important to successfully wean, as are the strategies you use to help baby adjust. Get our best tips for weaning baby. As a breastfeeding mother of three, I only had one main regret throughout the experience: I just […]
How to Avoid and Soothe Colic in Breastfed Babies
Inside: Treating colicky babies is a concern many mothers face, whether breastfeeding or formula feeding. However, as a breastfeeding mom you might assume that gas isn’t to blame when most of the time it is. Learn the signs of colic and gas-related issues and how to prevent them as a breastfeeding mother transitioning to bottles. […]
Baby Have a Fever? Find Out When to Call the Doctor
Inside: Worried about your baby’s fever? Should you bring your baby to see the doctor? Not sure how much medicine to give? Get expert answers on what to do when your baby has a fever. This post was sponsored by the Role Mommy Writer’s Network. All opinions are 100% my own. As a first-time mom […]
Turtley Awesome Dad Father’s Day Card
Let the kids show dad just how much they appreciate him with this turtley awesome father’s day card! All my boys are major reptile fans, especially when it comes to lizards, frogs and turtles — teenage mutant ninja turtles to be exact. So I figured a fun way to help them share their love of […]
Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack Without Overdoing It
I remember the first time I packed a hospital bag as I prepared for labor and delivery. I wanted to make sure I had everything the experts recommended to bring for the hospital stay: insurance cards and paperwork, baby diapers, clothes, pacifiers, bottles, blankets and a few essentials for mommy. It was a little overwhelming to try […]
How to Find Time for Self-Care as a Busy Stay-At-Home-Mom
Moms who are home all day chasing after little kids face a unique challenge in life: They must manage the constant demands and calling of motherhood, while at the same time prioritize their own self-care needs. See how it can be done. I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror as I walked down […]
A Breastfeeding Myth or Truth? Underwire Bras and Mastitis
Breastfeeding moms are bombarded with myth after myth about what they should and shouldn’t do while breastfeeding. From pump and dump to the notion that they must stop nursing when sick. A lot of this stems from misinformation. So it’s important for a nursing mother to educate herself fully. One common myth that breastfeeding moms […]
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