Article By Edna Skopljak – Medical Doctor (MD) Maternity and nursing bras are an essential part of any breastfeeding moms wardrobe. To avoid any unpleasant consequences for your little one – and yourself, you need to keep your breasts and nipples clean. This, of course, implies the bra hygiene. As improper material, improper hygiene may […]
Have you ever worried about getting the the correct temperature in baby’s nursery? Stressed about how how many layers your newborn should wear so they aren’t too cold at night? Then you’re in good company, because I was constantly worried about how to keep my baby warm at night! I remember fussing over how to […]
Article by Jessica Pierce – Registered Nurse & Nationally Registered Paramedic As a new (or veteran!) parent, you may be worried about whether your baby is warm enough at night, or concerned that you might “over-do” it with layers when you put your little one down to sleep, putting them at risk for overheating. Does […]
According to the National Library of Medicine1, anywhere from 58-85% of infants in the United States use a pacifier at some point. By far the most popular time for a baby to use a pacifier is around 3-4 months of age. Some babies stop on their own, or don’t need it once they find other […]
Medically reviewed by Raye Mariano – RN, BSN, BA If you just found out that you’re expecting a new baby then you’ve surely got a lot on your mind, especially if this is your first pregnancy. Maybe you have browsed by the maternity section wondering when is the right time to graduate out of your […]
I recently shared a post written by a guest contributor about pediatric growth deficiencies in honor of Growth Awareness Week. Growth Awareness Week is championed by the Magic Foundation, who are spreading the word about pediatric hormonal deficiencies that affect growth. It runs from September 12-23. To follow up, I’m sharing another informational post for […]
In honor of Magic Foundation’s Growth Awareness week (upcoming September 17-23, 2023) I am sharing important information about healthy growth so that parents can be aware and empowered. Magic Foundation is a charitable organization with a mission to “provide support services for the families of children afflicted with…disorders, syndromes and diseases that affect a child’s […]
Article by Jessica Pierce – Registered Nurse & Nationally Registered Paramedic The Snoo. Love it or hate it – seriously, who would hate having Snoo though? – you unfortunately can’t use it forever. Eventually, your sweet lil baby will grow out of their amazing first bassinet and need to transition to a crib for sleep. […]
Are short naps the bane of your life right now? I don’t mean baby wakes early once a week, more like almost every day your little one wakes up after only 45 minutes, and you struggle to get them to go back to sleep for a solid nap. This means you might be dealing with […]
Are you preparing your list of things to buy when pregnant? In this article I’m going to share with you the best first pregnancy must-haves that were game-changers when I was pregnant with my first baby. Ready to find out what a pregnant woman needs most? Medically reviewed by Raye Mariano – RN, BSN, BA […]