January is the month of resolutions. I tend to wait a few weeks into the New Year before making my resolutions because I find I have a better chance of keeping them when I do this. In thinking about the changes I would like to make, I know that there are some in the health department. If your resolutions also … Read More
Minted Holiday Cards!
I know we usually talk sleep on the blog, but since so many of you are busy moms like myself, I wanted to share a bit about a great experience I had making my holiday cards this year. I was so excited to make some new holiday cards this year after I saw the amazing photographs that our photographer took … Read More
5 Holiday Food Tips For Your Family
5 Food Tips for Your Baby During the Holidays The holidays are a joyous time when we gather around the table to share special meals with our loved ones. This time is even more special when you have a little one who is exploring new foods and textures! Cheryl Carey of Taste and See Healthy Baby Food was kind enough … Read More
Making the Transition to a Big Kid Bed
Most people begin moving their children from the crib to a big kid bed between the ages of two and three, but there’s no perfect date. You’ll have to decide when your child is ready to make the switch. Some kids are eager for the new phase in their life, but others develop anxiety and insecurities. Here’s how you can … Read More
How to Keep Your Child’s Sleep On Track This Holiday Season
This is my favorite time of year. I love all things holiday, so it just puts me in a good mood to see decorations, to hear different music, and to do special things as a family. When I speak with parents of little ones, the joy of the upcoming season is often filled with a little bit of nervousness and … Read More
What to Do When Baby Has a Fever
The first time your newborn baby gets a fever, it can definitely be one of the scariest moments for a parent. Just like the fevers adults get, it could be harmless or something more serious. However, since a newborn’s developing immune system can’t fight off a fever as well as adults, precautionary measures should surely be taken. Keep in mind: … Read More
3 Ideas to Help Baby Self Soothe
It’s no secret – keeping a baby happy and comfortable at all times is not always easy and the only way a baby lets us know something is wrong is by crying. Babies will cry for various reasons, but figuring out exactly what that reason may be is the difficult part. When the crying starts, you will need to know … Read More
Top Ways to Soothe Baby
As you may very well know by now, babies are tough little individuals to keep happy at all times. The most inevitable action of a newborn baby is that they will cry. They’ll cry for countless different reasons, but figuring out exactly what that reason may be is the difficult part. When one of these reasons arises however, you will … Read More
5 Great Bedtime Stories for Baby
Trying to get your child to sleep at night isn’t always the easiest task. When feeding, singing, and cuddling doesn’t do the trick, your next best bet is reading a bedtime story to put their mind at ease before bed. A bedtime story is the perfect complement to bedtime routine; it’s quiet and passive. These children’s bedtime books are full … Read More
Nursery Hazards: What to Avoid in Baby’s Room
When a parent is looking to perfect their child’s nursery, it’s not always about cute colors and comfy crib bedding for your child. The fun stuff is necessary to get the full experience of building your baby’s nursery, but keeping safety in mind is the most important aspect. Before your new baby moves in, be sure to rid the nursery … Read More