Parents, now more than ever, are looking for peace of mind when it comes to the safety of their children. SIDS is a big fear and parents are spending billions of dollars each year on baby monitors in order to help alleviate some of the worry. Baby monitors are becoming more and more sophisticated, offering features like blood oxygen and

In a climate that has shamed mothers for breastfeeding when needed, the act of pumping and then storing it in the proper manner may also be difficult to execute. In their new blog post, Nina Spears provides a comprehensive list of tips and tricks to help you on your breastfeeding journey. She covers topics such as temperature storage limits, thawing

Learning a new skill, hobby or even fun fact is the basis of living a full life and participating in this action with your children can strengthen the relationship in a whole new way. In her new blog post, Lara Lillibridge summarizes her experiment in joining a fencing class with her son. She explains her reasons behind doing so, what

Pregnancy is a highly personal time and each woman has a different experience. For example, it can be an overwhelming time with lots of emotions for some women. During the first trimester some tips to help include moisturizing stretch marks and tracking the growth of you baby with an app. The second trimester begins at 13 weeks and is the

A young mother currently in the Philippines has a few places she’s considering raising her kids in. She is thinking of the city, the suburbs, and the island. Each choice has pros and cons. Suburbs are calm and safe, but lack diversity. The city is eventful and has a lot to do, but is expensive. The island life is natural

Pregnancy is a wonderful time for some women and they are able to plan the process from conception to birth. Other times, approximately 49% women become pregnant and it is unplanned. Women become pregnant unexpectedly and tell their stories in different ways. For example, a woman using a tracking method knew the day she became pregnant because her tracking app

A lot of times, women struggle to breastfeed their babies. This can have serious psychological effects, increase the chance of and severity of postpartum depression, and give the mother feelings of inadequacy. However, it is very common to have difficulty breastfeeding! Many babies have trouble latching, or when they do latch, it is very painful for the mother. It’s important

If you are pregnant, create balance in your diet and eat healthy foods to supplement your flagging immune system. It’s okay to have treats every now and then, and keeping yourself happy is important. Don’t fall for the common myth that you’re eating for two; your caloric intake should rise between 300-500 calories per day. Stay hydrated by drinking water,

Perhaps the most basic piece of advice for dads in the delivery room is to make sure they understand the birthing process as well as possible beforehand. There are a wide variety of pregnancy classes and other resources for couples and for dads in particular. Another important step for dads to take is to help decide who will and won’t

Although it also comes with some struggles, there are a lot of things to fondly remember about your children when they are two years old. The things they say tend to be simple and funny. Their giggles are charming, and there are many opportunities to show them physical affection. They undergo noteworthy personality changes, such as becoming more confident, more