Sleep. At first it seems so easy, the way your newborn conks out at the breast, or sleeps soundly despite the jagged angle his neck has formed in his car seat. How is it that just months later, sleep can … Continue reading
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Sun safety
Few things are cuter than a baby decked out in a hat and shades. Sun-protective gear is for more than just looks, though—it’s essential in keeping your baby safe during summer months. Here’s what you need to know about protecting … Continue reading
Bottle-feeding basics
Maybe you’ve been set on bottle-feeding your munchkin since day one. Perhaps you’re a working mom pumping and feeding your child expressed milk when you’re away. Or maybe your baby receives a bottle only occasionally when he’s with a sitter. … Continue reading
15 ways to make your life as a mom easier
Create a routine (and stick to it). Moms who are natural planners might find this one to be a no-brainer, but if you’ve always lived life flying by the seat of your pants, take note. Babies—and parents—who have a loosely … Continue reading
Making lemonade
I’ve been a mom for almost 12 years, and when my expecting mom friends ask me if I have any advice for them, I can only offer this: Keep your sense of humor at the ready. With parenting, it’s all … Continue reading
Oral exam: Caring for baby’s teeth
Study up Did you know that your baby’s teeth have been forming since her fifth month in the womb? In fact, it’s rare but not unheard of for a baby to be born with a tooth already showing! Typically, though, … Continue reading
Baby talk
Don’t expect your voice to change much after puberty … until you have a baby. Call it instinct, tradition or just plain silliness, but most parents around the world put on slower-paced, higher-pitched voices to speak to their little ones. … Continue reading
Order up! The youngest child
While every child is born with her own distinct personality, and many factors affect the person she will eventually become, birth order can often play a role in defining a person’s characteristics. Read on to find out what you might … Continue reading
Order up! The oldest child
While every child is born with her own distinct personality, and many factors affect the person she will eventually become, birth order can often play a role in defining a person’s characteristics. Read on to find out what you might … Continue reading
Order up! The middle child
While every child is born with her own distinct personality, and many factors affect the person she will eventually become, birth order can often play a role in defining a person’s characteristics. Read on to find out what you might … Continue reading
Your baby’s personality type
Any mom with more than one child will tell you that no two babies are exactly alike—they come into this world with diverse temperaments and inclinations. As you interact with your little guy, watch his reactions, learn his habits, and … Continue reading
Tips for surviving the first weeks
[tip:] Your baby is your best accessory. Unless you have genes worthy of supermodel status, you’re going to have a belly pooch those first days (or even weeks) after your baby is born. You can’t expect something that was stretched … Continue reading
Rock your body
We bring you the honest girl’s guide to the post-pregnancy body—because real women know that an awesome postpartum body is not exactly the norm. Worship yourself like the goddess you are, imperfections and all! Sore, engorged breasts Right after pregnancy, … Continue reading
How to love or lose those last 10 pounds
After the birth of my son, a few pounds of my pregnancy weight found a permanent home in my hips. I only gained 27 pounds, and according to the scale, I lost almost all of it within a few weeks. … Continue reading
5 steps to lose the baby weight
I was in shock—shock, I tell you—when I walked out of the hospital still looking pregnant. I figured once my 8-pound, 6-ounce baby had left my body, I would no longer look like I was smuggling a basketball in my … Continue reading
3 practical ways to get the postpartum help you need
Anyone who has lived with a fresh-from-the-hospital newborn can tell you that it’s as hard as it is amazing. The first few weeks are almost always exhausting and overwhelming, and the key to surviving with your sanity intact is counting … Continue reading
The truth about resentment
Life as a mom Every mother has a moment where she wishes she could go back to a time that didn’t involve crying babies, two hours of sleep or having all of her clothes smell like breast milk. Admitting a … Continue reading
The top 7 things every mom should know
1. How to swaddle a baby. You know how your little guy is all snuggled up in your belly with no room to wiggle or move? He actually really likes that. So once he’s entered the planet, all free to … Continue reading
The big 1: Tips for baby’s first birthday
$-savers Love the party but not the cost? Keep your spending low with these simple tips: A piece of cake. Making your own cake is much cheaper, and you might be surprised at how easy it is to make a … Continue reading
The big 1: Throwing your first birthday party
Planning your baby’s first birthday party is often a bittersweet activity for moms. Can you believe it’s been a whole year since that sweet, tiny little creature of yours made his grand entrance on our planet? The first year of … Continue reading
Revelations from becoming a parent
1. Murphy’s Law exists. A freshly cleaned floor, just-washed sheets or a new shirt are immediate targets that must and will be destroyed. The moment the burp cloth is off is the moment your baby will spit up. The moment … Continue reading
New year, new mom: Common new mom resolutions
How to: Maintain a healthier diet In theory, eating well sounds like a great plan. Fresh fruits and veggies are delicious—why wouldn’t they be your go-to snack of choice? Well, their short shelf life definitely puts them at a disadvantage … Continue reading
The many hats of motherhood
The daily demands are, well, demanding, and there’s no backing out. So hit the hat shop and get ready for all the roles you’ll play from day to day as a mom. Weather Technician A new mom has to be … Continue reading
Reducing parenting stress
Count more sheep: Sleep when the baby sleeps It’s kind of ironic that sleep is the one thing you need more than anything else during early parenthood, but it’s also the one thing you just cannot get enough of. Exhaustion … Continue reading
Making time for mom
Babies are completely time-consuming. After the birth of my first child, I couldn’t even remember what I had done with all the free time I had before she was born. Wasn’t I bored without diapers to change and breasts to … Continue reading
Lessons from kids
My kids teach me things daily—like what amount of blood requires an emergency room visit, how to get grape juice out of brand-spanking new carpet and the nicest way to explain to a 4-year-old why that fish he was trying … Continue reading
Keeping baby gear organized
For most families, the majority of the play happens right in the middle of their living room floor. We’ve got a few tips for keeping your house from looking like a Fisher-Price factory explosion. It’s time to make your living … Continue reading
How to find great classes for you and your baby
Music Experts agree that it can be very beneficial to expose your child to music as early as possible—some parents even start blasting the tunes pre-birth. So what makes a better environment for introducing your baby to his first jam … Continue reading
How can I interact and play with my newborn?
Remember, your baby just entered this world of ours and finds ordinary things fascinating. It’s enthralling for a baby as he learns to recognize the objects around him. Besides playing peek-a-boo, dancing around and making silly faces or funny noises … Continue reading
Easing back into work
I’ll fess up. I cried like a baby when I left my daughter in daycare for the first time, sobbing myself all the way to my office. While working, I thought of nothing but her, feeling as if in a … Continue reading
Baby trips
Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom or simply foresee a long weekend with nothing to do stretching before you, sometimes a mom has just got to get out of the house. And let’s be honest—no matter how much you enjoy shopping, … Continue reading
Daddy makes a difference
We all know how important and influential a mother’s love can be in her baby’s life. However, a father’s involvement is also hugely beneficial. Let daddy take an active role in the child-rearing and your kiddo will enjoy far-reaching benefits … Continue reading
Have baby, will travel
As the mother of a 9-month-old who has flown domestically and internationally, cruised the Atlantic and driven through most of the American Southeast, I can testify that traveling with a baby does take some nerve but is entirely possible and … Continue reading
Baby’s first birthday
Location: It’s often easiest to host baby’s birthday extravaganza in your own home, which you and baby are familiar with and comfortable in—and which has already been child-proofed. However, if your baby was fortunate enough to have entered the world during … Continue reading
6 tips for surviving your first year
1. Accept a helping hand Enjoy the TLC of friends and family, because the favors won’t last forever. There is no glory in doing it all yourself, so share the load when someone volunteers to sit with your baby while … Continue reading
What you need to know about breastfeeding
The most common question that follows the ever-popular, “When are you due?” and “Do you know what you’re having?” is a prompt to begin a debate: “Are you going to breastfeed?” The dispute over breast vs. bottle has caused more … Continue reading
Top breastfeeding FAQs: Answered
Does breastfeeding hurt? While it can be uncomfortable at first (mainly due to sore nipples and engorgement), nursing should not be painful. If you have been breastfeeding for several weeks and are still experiencing pain, your baby is probably not … Continue reading
Is there a limit to how many times you can reheat a bottle of breast milk?
First, you should always make sure to put any unused breast milk in the fridge within a half hour after your baby has stopped feeding. If you let the milk sit around longer than that, bacteria can start forming due … Continue reading
Is it OK to use over-the-counter retinol creams or at-home peels while you are breastfeeding?
To err on the side of caution, we recommend staying away from any products that contain retinol. If you find yourself unsure of whether or not a certain product is safe, it is always a good idea to check the … Continue reading
Guilt trip
Q. I love breastfeeding my son and am so grateful for our time together. However, sometimes I find myself feeling resentful. Am I a bad mom? What should I do? A. The first thing you should do is realize that … Continue reading
The top 10 benefits of breastfeeding
Build immunities. Breast milk decreases the incidence and/or severity of many infectious diseases. Lose weight. Breastfeeding burns an average of 500 calories a day, so the pounds melt away faster than that pint of Ben & Jerry’s you’re enjoying. Bond … Continue reading
The ins and outs of sharing breast milk
There’s a growing movement of women who share breast milk, whether by nursing a friend’s baby, buying pumped milk from other moms online, or through licensed facilities that provide regulated, donated milk to babies with relevant health needs. To some … Continue reading
Mother doesn’t always know best: Sorting through advice
Ancient Advice: Keep your baby bundled up so he doesn’t catch a cold. Reality Check: While it is probably a good idea to wrap your little angel up in an extra blanket when venturing out into arctic temperatures, it is … Continue reading
Your baby has a fever … now what?
When to call a doctor immediately: Extremely high fever The first thing you need to do if you suspect your baby has a fever is check his temperature to determine how serious the situation is. A normal temperature for a … Continue reading
What is plagiocephaly?
Chances are if you’ve noticed the flattening of your baby’s head, he has developed Plagiocephaly (commonly known as Flat Head Syndrome). The most common cause of Plagiocephaly is an infant’s sleep position, caused by the long hours they spend lying … Continue reading
What every parent needs to know about SIDS
When it comes to parenting, there’s a lot of scary stuff, but few things terrify new parents more than SIDS. While SIDS isn’t 100 percent preventable, there are many things you can do to reduce your child’s risk. What is … Continue reading
What babies love
Colors. Some parents pick pastels; meanwhile, toy stores fill shelves with bright combos of red, white and black. Research has shown that babies enjoy all the colors of a vivid rainbow. Additional studies found that red, purple and blue hues … Continue reading
Your baby’s weight
Reading cues While underfeeding your newborn is an obvious concern, overfeeding can put your child at risk for being overweight later in life. It’s important to establish healthy eating patterns right away. Dr. Joseph Kahn, Chairman of the Department of … Continue reading
Infant ear infections
What causes ear infections? An ear infection is caused by a buildup of fluid in the middle ear. As the pressure in the ear builds, so does the hurt factor, ranging from a dull ache to a sharp, stabbing pain. … Continue reading
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