Wrestling with Potty Training? Instead of dreading the struggle, approach it well prepared to make the smoothest transition for both of you. Laura Woj, creator of Super Undies and professional potty-trainer shared her wisdom with us at a conference I attended. Prepare ... Read More about Potty Training: The ‘booty call’ of parenthood
The first several weeks with your newborn can be so overwhelming that the idea of playing with your baby seems impossible. LovEvery Baby has created curated boxes for each stage your baby goes through to help you get the most out of those precious playtime minutes! BOX 1: THE LOOKER ... Read More about LovEvery: Playing with Your Newborn
If you have one priority during the early years of childhood, it should be to provide a safe sleep environment. To decrease the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome certain guidelines need to be followed. Here is a list of safe baby sleep tips: Always place your baby flat on their back. Only ... Read More about SAFE BABY SLEEP
1. Open ended play fosters imagination, independence, and extends attention spans. On the contrary plastic toys with lights and sounds actually interfere with the brain waves of children shortening their attention span and inhibiting the full imagination process. 2. Safe materials for teething ... Read More about Top 5 Reasons Wooden Toys are Best
This will be my 3rd year attending MommyCon and I am incredibly excited to see what new information I can gain from the excellent seminars. With each new season of parenthood, new challenges and questions arise; I love learning new techniques to become the best mama I can be. MommyCon is the ... Read More about MommyCon 2018
From the day your baby is born, their nutrition is a primary focus. Are they getting enough of everything they need? Are they getting too much of one thing? How do you prevent them from being picky? How do you ensure they’re getting high quality ingredients? Link to Calming Parental Anxiety About ... Read More about Ensuring Your Child Gets the Nutrition They Need
When we decided to have our first baby, things worked like clockwork. We conceived in just a few short months and aside from significant morning sickness, the pregnancy was perfect. I never imagined trying to give Luke a sibling would bring me to such a difficult place. If you have been following my ... Read More about Managing Life After Miscarriage; You are Not Alone
Owlet Baby Monitor (device monitor): What every parent wants is a good night's sleep! Hands down my favorite baby product, an absolute MUST HAVE! The Owlet Baby Monitor tracks your baby's blood oxygen level and heart rate, then notifies you if they go out of range. This means you no longer have to ... Read More about Doctor Recommended Health and Safety Products
This year I have suffered two miscarriages, while I knew it was going to be emotionally difficult, I have been blindsided by the shock waves it has sent through my life. My joy of learning we were expecting was tremendous and watching those hopes crumble tore me apart. What I did not expect was how ... Read More about Unexpected Changes After Miscarriage
As you may know, I suffered a miscarriage in July. Since then my emotions have been on a roller coaster. Initially, I was simply relieved to have everything over with so I could start to feel like myself again and I could begin to heal. Then, to soothe my pain I quickly I began daydreaming of my ... Read More about Dreaming of our Rainbow Baby
Whether you are driven by finances, career goals, or familial obligation; returning to work after maternity leave is PAINFUL. Emotionally and physically. You just spent the better part of a year growing another person within your body. You protected them, nourished them, and cherished a special bond ... Read More about Returning to Work: The Struggle is Real
With Luke fast approaching his terrible twos, I focused on the toddler sessions at MommyCon this year. Toddler Eating Struggles? Here are my top takeaways from the incredible lecture by Speech Language Pathologist and Feeding Specialist Dawn Winkleman. Why are toddlers such picky eaters? In ... Read More about MommyCon 2017: Tips for dealing with Toddler Feeding and Potty Troubles
