You've already received the best gift of all this year- YOUR BABY, so now it is time to celebrate as a family for the very first time! Your baby's first Christmas is such a special and sentimental time for everyone involved. One of the best ways to commemorate the...
I'm so excited for the upcoming Christmas season now as a family of 2. Last year we had a 5 month old so we didn't start too many traditions because our daughter was still too young to get anything out of it. This year she's a walking, talking machine and...
You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not forget that it's almost time for your families elf (or elves?!) to return! If your kids are anything like mine they have been counting down the arrival of their elves for MONTHS, and the anticipation of how...
Pregnancies can be a happy time, but there are necessary precautions to take care of for the health of the mother and the child. Food plays a very important role in the development of a fetus. It is important to understand the different kinds of food that should be...
Pregnant during the winter time? While you may be able to dodge the heat, you certainly can’t hide from the cold. Don’t let the winter blues bring you down - you certainly have something to be happy and excited about growing inside of you. Don’t just trudge through...
Pregnancy is a time for a ton of change. From your body and mind to priorities and relationships, you will realize the immense changes that occur for a pregnant woman. You'll want to do everything you can to maintain normalcy and make sure you look and feel good...
Gone are the days when dads were laughed at for planning the new baby’s arrival. Now, a father’s participation in the process is highly encouraged, as all the help matters to a new mom. Planning a baby's birth may be a source of joy for fathers, as they will be there...
If you're an expecting, first-time mom, you've probably heard about the dreaded postpartum recovery. I hope there weren't too many stories that scared you because each women's experience (from labor to delivery to healing) is unique. Therefore there's still a good...
Listen up dads and loved ones of an expectant mom - the person delivering this new child deserves a push present! If your wife or partner just went through a pregnancy and delivery, purchasing a push gift is a great way to acknowledge their hard work and sacrifice....
While it's no secret that we need to eat healthy foods while pregnant and breastfeeding because what we eat, our baby also eats. But what exactly does that mean? What foods will give your baby the best possible start in life? And for mom too? What are the...
The struggles of a breastfeeding mom are too many to mention! The most crucial is finding the time and opportunity to pump or nurse your baby. After the 3 month period, when maternity leave ends, life becomes a lot busier. You may not want your baby to depend on...
If you've already made the decision to breastfeed your baby, you're giving them the best gift you could offer. We know how amazing breastmilk is for a growing baby, but it's not always easy for a woman to nurse her child at all times. That's why it's necessary to pump...
We’ve all been there before. You put your baby down for bed and he starts to cry. You leave the room and the crying escalates to a non-stop symphony. All. Night. Long. As a mom, your instinct may be to run in the room and pick him up and hold him until he stops. But,...
Co-sleeping or the practice of sharing a bed with your baby is certainly not a new concept. Plenty of parents are choosing this type of sleeping arrangement, especially because new moms are often reminded that “mom sleeps when the baby is sleeping”. There are numerous...
Since having a baby, our vacations have drastically changed. Now, beach trips are dictated by nap times, making sure to pack enough snacks and toys, and finding the closest playground. As much as I always hope that it will be a stress-free, relaxing trip, it...
I am especially excited about this holiday season, more than any of the previous ones. My daughter is now 2.5 and her language and communication has exploded over the past few months. She can now fully understand everything and I can just imagine how much her face is...
'Tis the season to get your holiday shopping started! This may be one of the first holidays that your 2 year old really has an understanding for and it will be so exciting to see the joy in their eyes when they unwrap those thoughtful gifts. Although you may think...
Just when you think a peaceful slumber is in your near future, your two-year-old has decided to disrupt those dreamy plans! True story: the two-year-old sleep regression is real and it can be classified as a nightmare if it’s not handled properly and with urgency!...
Hippie names are becoming very popular among current millennial parents, and for good reason. This generation of millennials hipsters are known to be quite unconventional and free-spirited. They're loving of nature, authentic, and believe in harmony for all. Hippies...
Wow twins?!? Lucky you! What an amazing journey you're getting ready to embark on! Hopefully, by now the jitters and nausea have subsided and the excitement is all settling in! So now it's time to come with the beautiful names for your sweet twin baby girls! Coming up...
One of the toughest part of pregnancy is coming up with a name for your baby. After all, it's an important part of who they are and will be attached to them for the rest of their life. You may have been racking your brain for months trying to come up with that perfect...
Pink or blue... we love you! Learning the gender of your baby is always an unforgettable experience and one you will likely want to share with all of your family and friends! In the world of technology and social media, creative gender reveal ideas have been on the...
It's the most wonderful time of the year and if you're expecting, it's even better! This Christmas, if you want to announce your pregnancy in the cutest way possible, I have some great ideas for you! What's cuter than your other little ones posing for a picture as...
Congrats, you're expecting!! Pregnancy is your first experience through the exciting journey into motherhood and you're just at the beginning! The best is yet to come! If you just recently found out that you’re pregnant, you’re probably anxiously wanting to tell...