Baby skin is often smooth and perfect in every way, so parents become concerned when they notice red and irritated skin on baby’s bottom. Diaper rashes, however, are quite normal. They aren’t serious problems, but they’ll make your baby uncomfortable and irritated. Every baby gets them. When super sensitive skin meets urine, stool and a...
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”...
There will come a point in every parent’s life when their child begins begging for their very own pet. Many factors must be considered before making this decision however. Your child must understand the importance of taking care of a living, breathing animal, as well as how much responsibility comes along with it. These are...
Working from home (especially if you’re running your own business), can present a myriad of challenges to the modern mom. Personally, I love the freedom. I love being able to be there for my kids during the day. I love being able to give them my full attention when they say, “Watch this, mommy!” I...
We can’t help our kids grow by solving all of their problems and making all of their choices for them. It would be great if they lived in a perfect environment where nothing harmed them, but that isn’t how the real world operates. It’s important that we instill strong senses of independence in our kids...
Now that the school year is underway, we have a tendency to slip into old habits. It’s understandable; we’re a lot busier than we were a month before, so we’re tempted to choose convenient solutions, rather than choices that protect the Earth. Here are some tips to start the school year out right and stay...
Choosing the right child care provider is a big part of parenthood. You’ll be nervous, of course, that first day you drop your child off, but the feeling of anxiety will fade. It’s important that you find a provider that makes you comfortable and aligns with your values. Here are some tips on finding the...
It’s easy for a family’s morning to fall into chaos. Between getting everyone ready and dropping everyone off, most mornings are a frantic rush to get things done. It doesn’t have to be so difficult, however. With a few simple tricks, you can save a lot of time. 1. Delegate some tasks to the older...
Just because Breastfeeding Awareness Month is over doesn’t mean we need to stop championing our cause. To support breastfeeding, you don’t have to donate money or protest in your street, you just need to have a conversation with new moms about the benefits and misconceptions of nursing. Here are some do’s and don’ts you should...
It’s that time of year again; the time when summer officially ends, the kids are headed back to school, and mom is left with a little peace and quiet. In my family, one of our back to school traditions is to go fall clothes shopping with the kids. We make a day out of it,...
If there’s one universal truth about babies, it’s that they can be super expensive. We want them to have the best of everything, but that can cost a fortune. Fortunately, there are ways you can save money without breaking the bank. Here are some tips on finding quality baby products at a low cost. 1....