The Case For Baby Led Weaning

Baby Eating

If you are a new parent, I am sure there are tons of things you are currently researching on like infant development, challenges in breastfeeding, baby’s first smile and eventually, you will get around to research when to introduce foods (other than breast milk or formula) to your growing baby. When Should My Baby Start […]

Super Foods To Eat For A Healthy Pregnancy

Pregnancy Foods

The A to Z guide of healthy pregnancy foods for moms-to-be. Congratulations, you’re pregnant. Pregnancy is such an exciting, but often anxiety producing time. We worry about so much during these nine months. I honestly think many women are more anxious during this time period than they will be for most of the next eighteen […]

What Not To Eat While Breastfeeding

Foods To Avoid While Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is one of the best ways you can give your child a great start in life. It is nature’s perfect food, uniquely calibrated to meet your individual child’s needs each and every time you nurse. It is packed full of nutrients that cannot be duplicated by us no matter how hard our scientists try! […]

Dog And Crawling Baby: Living Together

Baby Playing With Dog

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, about 440,000 children are treated for dog bites every year. In some of these cases, the dog lives in the household. As soon as your baby begins to crawl, take these steps to protect both your dog and the baby from injury and emotional trauma. With the […]

How To Plan Baby’s First Birthday Party: 5 Essential Tips

First Birthday

A milestone is approaching - your baby’s first birthday! Even though baby won’t remember this day, this will undoubtedly be one of your most memorable occasions. You’re excited about planning the first of many birthday parties for baby and you might be tempted to go a bit overboard. Keep the following tips in mind when […]

Best Pregnancy Books For Expecting Moms

Pregnancy Books

There are a lot of pregnancy books and magazines out there geared toward the expectant mom and it can be confusing to weed out the great from the good or bad. Whether you are expecting for the first time or giving birth to your fourth child, the following are a great list of pregnancy and […]

Baby Shower Upgrade: Modern Ideas To Make It Unique

Baby Shower

Baby showers are known for their cucumber sandwiches and those silly hats made out of gift bows. Between these and the gift-opening ceremony, showers have become mundane and predictable. Give your next baby shower a unique twist with these one-of-a-kind ideas: Specialty Invitations Toss the typical baby shower invites and replace them with a specialty […]

Could My Baby Benefit From Probiotics?

Infant Probiotics

Probiotics are so popular right now, they are practically a buzzword. Most of us have heard they are good for us, and even our babies, but we may not know how or why they could be beneficial to us. I myself have only been aware of the benefits of probiotics for a couple of years. […]

Newborn Necessities: Must Have Items For Mom & Baby

New Boppy Nursing Pillow

Having had two newborns, one fairly recently, I have tried quite a few products. These are the things that top my personal list and the ones that I also recommend to doula clients and friends who are pregnant or who have recently given birth. I am on the crunchier side of the spectrum so you […]

How To Lose Pregnancy Weight After Having A Baby

Lose Pregnancy Weight

You’ve spent nine long months with your little one growing inside your belly… Now, it’s back to the basics of abdominal exercise to get that waistline back! If you are a new mom, or a mom who would simply love to have flat abs again - here’s some great tips to get you started! First […]