All About Teething
Oh no! My Baby Is Teething! Now What? When does teething start? Between the age of 4 and 7 months, and as early as 3 months, your baby begins to teeth. These time frames are average, and much of this timing is based upon heredity. The first teeth to peek through are often […]
Bonding for Dads
Bonding for dads may be easier than you think. I’ve never heard a father say, “Moms get to do everything; they get to carry the baby for nine months, they get to birth the baby, and they get to feed the baby.” But… regardless of the fact that men aren’t extremely envious of […]
Soothing Your Newborn
Soothing Your Newborn… Is your newborn is crying again? What might it be this time? Knowing your baby’s unique cries takes some getting used to. You will be fully versed in due time. Remember that your little one, albiet a bit alien at first, is an inteligent little human with personal preferences. They can […]
Hospital Bag Checklist
Hospital Bag Checklist You know what items you need on a daily basis. If you were stuck on an island all alone, what three luxury items would you choose to bring with you? Now, imagine heading off to the hospital or a birth center. What would you need to have on your hospital bag […]
Breastfeeding Facts You Might Not Know
Fascinating Breastfeeding Facts You Might Not Know: In the mother, breastfeeding is linked to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and postpartum depression. Breastfeeding is not a sure way to prevent pregnancy. The flavor of breast milk changes depending on what the mother eats. This exposes the baby to a […]
Making Tummy Time Fun
Not every baby enjoys tummy time. It is really a lot of hard work learning how to fight gravity for the first time. Rachel Coley, a pediatric occupational therapist, shares her tips on how to make tummy time fun. Change the way you place baby in tummy time Begin Tummy Time with your baby on […]