A New Parent’s Guide to Communicating with Your Baby
Your baby is learning to speak long before they say their first words. Talking with your child and giving them loving attention will strengthen the bond between you and help them to develop academic and communication skills they’ll need later in life. Plus, you’ll...
Planning Your First Holiday as a Parent
As a new parent, each and every day holds an exciting experience. From the first time your baby clasps onto your finger, to their very first Christmas, each day adds to the wonder of being a mom or dad. Clearly, you want to make your first holiday season as a parent...
A New Mother’s Sleep Survival Guide
Most new mothers find getting adequate sleep to be a challenge. Getting up constantly is disruptive to quality sleep and you're not alone if you're feeling exhausted and irritable. This survival guide will help you get more quality sleep and offer some coping...
A New Parent’s Guide to Safe Sleep Practices for Babies
The American Academy of Pediatrics recently announced that only about half of the infants in the United States are put to bed in a way that follows the best medical advice. Thanks to increased awareness about safe sleeping practices for babies, cases of Sudden...
Sleep Struggles – Why Do Children Cry As They Learn How To Sleep
Seeing your baby cry is perhaps the most heartbreaking moment of all. You don’t want him to cry. You want him happy. And of course, you want him healthy. But for all that to happen, he needs to sleep properly. It would be nice if your child could learn how to sleep...
My Child Is An Early Bird – Can I Do Something About It?
Early morning wakings are one of the toughest sleep problems to fix, if not the toughest. If you’re wondering why, it’s because after a decent night’s rest your child has got more energy to fight sleep in the morning. And the truth is, all of us come up into lighter...
The Big Change – Transitioning Your Child From Crib To Bed
I want out! That’s the message your toddler will send – one way or another – when he’s ready to wave goodbye to the crib and say hello to a big-kid bed. Your child might actually verbalize displeasure, or more likely, simply climb out of the crib. So, what needs to be...
Co-Sleeping: Should Your Child Sleep In Your Bed?
Co-sleeping is the practice where the child sleeps in bed with his parents. Not surprisingly, it is one of the most hotly debated and controversial topics related to pediatric sleep. Let’s see why. Some people argue that co-sleeping is the right and natural way...
Sleep Problems And Nighttime Feedings
Although your baby may give up regular nighttime feedings on his own by the time he’s three months old, do not expect – or insist – that such a young infant give them up altogether, all of a sudden. But if your child is at least three months old, still nurses or...
A Parent’s Guide to Asking Grandparents to Babysit
Childcare is a major expense for many families, so asking grandparents to babysit can ease the financial burden. Of course, there’s also the priceless benefits of giving grandparents and grandchildren more time to spend together so they can develop a closer...
13 Time Management Tips for First-Time Parents
You know your life will change when you become a parent for the first time. Along with the love and joy comes a lot of new responsibilities and demands. To take care of your growing family, it’s important to manage your time effectively. It’s easy to wind up...
The Secret to Making Mom Friends
It’s easier to face the challenges of motherhood when you have a community behind you. Even if you love the girlfriends you already have, you’ll probably want to extend your circle to include more parents once you start spending more time changing diapers and pushing...
A Parent’s Guide to Making Teething Easier for You and Your Baby
Teething can be a challenging time for babies and their parents. Soreness and swelling may make some little ones fussier and more reluctant about eating. These are the basic facts about teething and home remedies to make this stage more comfortable. Basic Facts...
The Parent’s Solution to Separation Anxiety in Babies and Toddlers
It’s easy to feel trapped when your baby wails every time you try to step away. Rest assured that this is a natural and temporary stage in child development. Meanwhile, consider these suggestions to help you and your family sail through this period more comfortably....
Help Your Children Adjust to a New Baby
Getting a baby brother or sister is a milestone in any child's life. To minimize the family stress associated with a new addition to the family, you'll want to help your children adjust with these practical strategies while you're expecting and after your baby is...
