Giving birth is no easy task, hence the term “labor”. The expectant mother has most likely read tons of material for preparing for the birth of their first child, but sometimes a quick checklist is the most helpful way to get ready for this life-changing event. Preparing ahead will help you feel more confident and...
If you are going to the pool, you want to be able to share that experience with your child. Babies can go in the water at any time, but you may want to wait until at least 6 weeks after the birth before going in water. After that, a pool in your own backyard or...
With Halloween just around the corner, no doubt your family is getting ready for the holiday. If you have kids old enough to understand the festivities, this is an especially fun time of the year. Like anything else, however, we have to keep safety in mind. Here are some tips to stay safe while trick-or-treating...
Germs are everywhere. They’re out in the world and they’re even in our homes. They can be spread through fluids or simple contact. Children, especially, need to be careful about how they spread germs. Their immune systems are still immature and they have a tendency to touch just about everything; that’s why they seem to...
The safety of our children is always important. The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) reminds parents that they should do research before buying their baby gear. Not all products meant for children are made safe. This year, JPMA has chosen to create a theme for the month called “Green is the New Pink and Blue”...
It’s back to school time, which means you’ll spend a portion of your morning packing lunches. If you’re like many houses in the world, your pantry is jammed with individually packaged lunchbox-sized snacks that aren’t as healthy for your kids as you would like. Fortunately, there are many organic and natural snack products available for...
Parents often opt for organic products when it comes to their children because of the myriad of benefits. Organc clothing is safe for sensitive skin because it’s manufactured without irritating pesticides and chemicals. Often, many products you find in a typical nursery are made with toxic chemicals that are harmful to everyone. For this reason...