Motherhood

Preparing for Baby: 4 Items Your Nursery Needs

With all of the advice from your friends, family, and online message boards, it can be hard to figure out exactly the best way to prepare for your new addition. Marketing campaigns tend to take advantage of the uncertainty that many…

Cosmetics and Pregnancy

Women who have undergone cosmetic treatments prior to getting pregnant often wonder if it is safe for them to continue to do so throughout their pregnancy. The ultimate question is whether or not these procedures and ingredients will affect the development of…

Tips for Baby Bathtime

Bringing a new baby home can feel overwhelming at times. From keeping track of your little one’s feeding schedule to mastering the art of swaddling, there is a lot to remember, but the learning curve isn’t as steep as you might think….

Relief for Pregnancy Symptoms

We all know that pregnancy can be exhausting. Once you add in morning sickness, shortness of breath, and body aches, it can be especially rough. But, there are a few things that you can do along the way to alleviate your symptoms…

Bonding with Your Baby in the Womb

After discovering that you’re pregnant, it can be easy to feel anxious about bonding with your baby. Sooner is always better than later, and the good news is that you don’t have to wait until your baby is born to begin…

When to Introduce Foods to Your Baby

The first year of development is an exciting time for a new baby. There’s so much to see, do, and taste! It is fun to help our children explore their environment by introducing new textures and tastes into their world. However,…

Finding a Good Daycare or Nanny

Making the decision to return to work after having a baby is complicated. There are a lot of factors to consider. While you might be eagerly anticipating adult conversation and avoiding diaper duty for a full 8 hours a day, it is…

Deciding on a Birth Plan

While it can seem like 9 months is an awfully long time, your due date can actually sneak up on you. You spend a lot of time preparing for the baby by readying the nursery, buying clothing, and stocking up on diapers….

Maternity Clothing Tips & Tricks

As your pregnancy progresses, you may find that your favorite pants no longer fit. Or, perhaps your shirts are getting tighter. While some women are initially hesitant when it comes to the idea of maternity clothes, they may actually help you feel…

Balancing Your Career and a New Baby

For many women, the first year after their baby is born can be a confusing, isolating, and exhausting time. I have two boys under the age of three and each of their births and my subsequent return to work was…