2025 Holiday Gift Guide
Explore our recommended gear for parenting, baby, & lifestyle in the 2025 Holiday Gift Guide. A gift guide is just another gift guide until you add a little context. Continuing with our theme (from Father’s Day) of shared gifts, we have included a few family gifts this year. These are especially enjoyable because they encourage […]
Tongue Ties in Newborns — What Parents Need to Know
What Parents Need to Know and How to Check at Home Imagine being a newborn baby, trying to nurse, but your tongue just can’t quite move the way it needs to. You want to eat, your mom wants to feed you, but every attempt ends with frustration, sore nipples, or a baby who isn’t gaining […]
School vs. Daycare: Why the Distinction Matters for Your Child’s Future
When I was a first-time parent looking for a preschool for my son, I had no idea what I was doing. Both of my parents were educators in public schools, so I believed in public education, but beyond that I needed guidance. I hired a school consultant to generate a list of possible schools and […]
Beginning a Journey – Any Journey
Beginning a Journey – Any Journey Here’s an excerpt from the book “THE DOT” by Peter Reynolds: “Art class was over, but Vashti sat glued to her chair. Her paper was empty. Vashti’s teacher leaned over the blank paper. “Ah! A polar bear in a snowstorm,” she said. “Very funny,” said Vashti. “I […]
I Love My Baby, But Where Did I Go? The Science of Finding Yourself Again After Motherhood
When you become a mom, people tell you everything changes. What they don’t tell you is how you change and sometimes, how you disappear. The first time you hold your baby, your heart expands in ways you didn’t know were possible. But somewhere between diaper changes and late-night feedings, the woman you used to […]
Healthy Co-Parenting Habits That Put Kids First
Co-parenting after a separation or divorce can be challenging, especially when emotions are still raw. You may no longer be partners in life, but you’re still partners in parenting. With the right mindset and strategies, co-parenting can become a healthy and effective way to support your child. When both parents stay involved, kids benefit […]