Research has shown that delayed cord clamping could be beneficial to infants. Midwives, natural childbirth educators, and Bradley class instructors have recommended it for many years, but it has only recently been studied. While it doesn’t seem to be harmful to clamp the cord early, letting it go for two minutes shows a reduction in oxidative stress in healthy newborns,
Read moreYour kids are more than a handful, but part of you is thinking, “I would love to have another baby, just one more.” That’s baby fever, and Whitney Barthel at the Baby Center blog has the cure – tantrum photos! When you’ve exhausted all other methods to keep baby fever at bay, take a look at this gallery of crying
Read moreThe goal of parenting is to raise a child so they can become a happy, successful, caring adult. That’s a pretty noble idea, but the task can seem daunting. How do you make sure your child doesn’t grow up to be self-absorbed or cold-hearted? The answer is easier than you think, and it all starts by practicing what you preach.
Read moreAt the beginning of the year blogs are aflutter with predictions and trends for the coming months. Baby Center blogger Carolyn Robertson highlights five trends to watch for in 2015, including marijuana moms, crowd-funded babies, and modern baby showers. Moms-to-be are also revealing their pregnancy news earlier and many want to learn their baby’s gender as fast as possible. Read
Read moreEvery child is different, and that can be challenging from a parent’s perspective because each child might require a slightly different parenting style. You want to give your kids tools to help them succeed, and these tips can help you do just that. Start by trying to see things from your child’s perspective before you react (especially if you’re prone
Read moreAre you tired of pulling your shirts up and down to nurse? Bunched up regular clothing can make the breastfeeding experience uncomfortable or annoying instead of the soothing bonding experience it should be. Latched Mama nursing clothes are the perfect solution! Abby Theuring at the Badass Breastfeeder has a great review about her experiences with Latched Mama’s clothing. Not only
Read moreIf you worried a lot before you had a baby, you probably worry at least twice as much after. While reading horror stories is probably not helpful, educating yourself on what to do in unthinkable situations is a good idea. This 40 second video shows what to do if you find your baby choking. Many parents have seen their babies
Read moreEvery pregnancy, child, and mothering style is different. However, when it comes to the Internet and social media, there is a lot of unnecessary animosity floating around. In this fantastic, funny, and moving video, you get a taste of just how crazy some of these debates can get – until everyone comes together and realizes their common goal. We all
Read moreA concerned mother at the La Leche League forum recently asked a question concerning the feeding schedule her family has for her baby while she works. She has a large baby being fed every two hours, and she’s worried she cannot maintain her supply while pumping at work. A knowledgeable mom replied, assuring her that her baby’s growth was normal,
Read moreThe battle for public breastfeeding rights has been raging for a long time, and while it’s still frowned upon in many locations, the Pope has stepped up and stated that when babies are hungry they should be fed and mothers shouldn’t worry about it. This isn’t the first time he’s mentioned it. Over a year ago it came up as
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