Monthly Archives: March 2012
Fun flick Friday: Friends With Kids
Written by: P&N March 09 2012 Last week we got the chance to catch a sneak peek of the new film Friends With Kids, an independent comedy that takes a humorous and sincere look at how having children affects friendships … Continue reading
Spreading the love to the pets after the baby barged into their life
Written by: Christopher March 09 2012 I love my dog, Summit, and I usually think my cat, Crosby, is okay too. I call them my “boys”, and Summit knows me as “Daddy” and Emily as “Mommy”. Before we had Everett, … Continue reading
Let's hear it for the boys
Written by: Lauren March 08 2012 Recognize that rug? We used the same one in a different palette for last week's neutral nursery inspiration. I really liked it in both fashions though, so today, we'll be using the more colorful … Continue reading
The link between weaning and depression
Many women—estimated by experts to be anywhere from 10 to 21 percent of mothers in the U.S.—suffer from postpartum depression. Researchers, health professionals, and the media in recent years have been giving more attention to the depression so many women … Continue reading
Yours, mine, ours
Written by: Rachel March 08 2012 When Rosie was born, we were living in a much smaller house than the one we live in today, so when it came to doubling up the kids in one room there wasn't really … Continue reading
kiinde kozii
Written by: Rachel March 07 2012 I had the pleasure of meeting one of the creators of the kiinde kozii last year, and was impressed with his product even before Ihad the chance to try it out myself. Both he … Continue reading
kiinde kozii
Written by: Rachel March 07 2012 I had the pleasure of meeting one of the creators of the kiinde kozii last year, and was impressed with his product even before Ihad the chance to try it out myself. Both he … Continue reading
Win It: Evenflo Journey 200 Travel System
Written by: P&N March 07 2012 Inspired by the colorful marks that often end up on the walls of a family home, Evenflo created a new fashion for its latest travel system. Crayon Scribbles is a vibrant and whimsical design … Continue reading
Just in case you needed another reason why working at home is awesome
Written by: Christopher March 07 2012 I love being self-employed and being able to work at home. I am sure I never really needed to write an entire column to convince you it is a sweet deal if you can … Continue reading
Reaching out
Written by: Suzanna March 07 2012 Being a mom, I think that just about everything my little guy does is adorable, but there are a few things that Jacob does that warm my heart quicker than anything else in the … Continue reading
Spring for chevron
Written by: Lauren March 06 2012 Have you hopped on the chevron bandwagon? We're all aboard here at the P&N offices. The cheerful zigzags are practically impossible to pass up, especially considering they work on anything and anyone. Moms-to-be can … Continue reading
What you should know about newborn screening
Written by: P&N March 06 2012 Jill Levy-Fisch, President of the Save Babies Through Screening Foundation joins us today to share her knowledge about screening for newborns and the important information all parents should know about getting their babies tested. … Continue reading
Wink Shapewear Nurse N Blast tank top
Written by: Suzanna March 05 2012 Since giving birth to my little guy four months ago, I’ve done my best to get my body back into its prepregnancy shape. After months of nursing, exercise and a healthy—okay, mostly healthy—diet, the … Continue reading
To grandmother's house you go
Written by: P&N March 05 2012 Visiting relatives is trickier once an infant joins your traveling party. Here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (aap.org) for getting around safely with a baby: By airplane During descent, encourage … Continue reading
Third time's the cloth
Written by: Rachel March 05 2012 I'm going to step outside my normal pensive, nostalgic and sometimes ridiculous posts to make a confession: neither of my children ever wore cloth diapers. Iknow this is not as shocking a revelation as, … Continue reading
Overwhelming love: The birth of Kian
Written by: Leah March 05 2012 It was just a year ago that I discovered I was pregnant for the third time. I was a proud mama of two young boys, then 4 and 2. But this pregnancy was different. … Continue reading
To bumper or not to bumper
Written by: Suzanna March 05 2012 When you have a baby, there are lots of major decisions that you make about the long-term well-being of your child—to immunize or not, to breastfeed or not, to put that picture showing your … Continue reading
Prenatal surprise party
Imagine it’s your birthday. You walk into a dark room and get the shock of your life when you flip on the lightsto find a room full of people standing there ready to celebrate. The scenario isn’t unlike pregnancy, when … Continue reading
Shift into neutral
Written by: Lauren March 02 2012 I have a couple expectant friends and family members who decided to wait until their new additions were born to find out whether a baby boy or baby girl would be joining their clans. … Continue reading
February Photo of the Month—the winner!
Written by: P&N March 02 2012 Another month has come and gone, and the baby-adorableness just keeps rolling in!Here's this month's crop of cuties. Congratulations to Nicole B. of Clive, IA and her peek-a-boo sweetie, who will be receiving a … Continue reading
“Why are you so sad?”: Exploring the reasons Everett cries
Written by: Christopher March 02 2012 I’ve bragged in the column how my son is easygoing. This doesn’t mean he never cries. He can let out pterodactyl-like screams that would scare away bears. When Everett does cry, he does an … Continue reading
March freebies
Written by: P&N March 01 2012 Here at P&N, it's no secret that we love to shower our readers with fabulous freebies. And during the month of March, we'll be doing just that. In addition to our weekly giveaways posted … Continue reading
Movin' on up (to the Big Sis side)
Written by: Rachel March 01 2012 For some reason, be it for better or for worse of me, Ihave a much harder time imagining Rosie as a big sibling than I did Noah-before-Rosie. Maybe it's because Noah was born an … Continue reading
Just One You Travel Swing
Written by: Claire February 29 2012 Immediately, we were surprised by how sturdy the
Bright Starts Pretty in Pink Bounce-a-Bout
Written by: Karen February 29 2012 The Bright Starts Pretty in Pink Bounce-A-Bout was a great addition to our home and has provided many hours of entertainment for our daughter! Not only is it visibly attractive, it also offers a … Continue reading
