Does your baby hate bathtime? Is it a screamfest from beginning to end? I’ve been there. Making bathtime enjoyable for everyone doesn’t have to be a ton of work. Let’s talk about ways to improve bathtime all the way around. The First Step To Solving Bathtime Problems: Stepping Back to Look at What is Happening … Read more
There are very few circumstances where it would be appropriate (or right) for a parent to withhold a child from the other parent. In most cases, the answer to this question would be no. Repercussions In the United States, the rights of parents are governed primarily by the laws of the individual states. The right … Read more
Establishing a solid bedtime routine for a toddler incredibly important. Not just so that your little boy or girl can get a good night’s rest, but also so that YOU as the parent can rest and recharge. Work backwards to build your structure There’s no right or wrong routine at bedtime. But if you are … Read more
When I was pregnant, few things crossed my mind other than baby and looking forward to the years ahead. In the meantime, I knew my body was changing. We can feel it. But there were some things that I didn’t think to prepare for after pregnancy. Sure, my body changed. Things were different. Getting my … Read more
I knew when my daughter was born that I had to be home with her. In one regard, I am lucky. My career as a writer and editor gives me the option to work almost anywhere. Yet I know for some of you moms out there, it’s not quite so easy. Sure, you may be … Read more
Have you ever wondered how some of those home remedies for teething came about? When I look at it, it seems an awful lot like trial and error fueled by frustration. But maybe it’s like that with anything for parents seeking advice. Anyhow, we were struggling to help our little one overcome her teething pain. … Read more
There’s so much to know about breastfeeding! But don’t stress. I know you feel like you are flying in the dark. Or that your body is a stranger to you, doing things to you that you don’t understand. In this post, we’ve assembled 100 of the best tips out there about breastfeeding, to help guide … Read more
Considering adopting a baby? Or having a baby via surrogacy? Everyone says that “breast is best.” You might be wondering if nursing an baby that you didn’t give birth to is even possible. Is it? How? Theoretically, the answer is yes, you CAN nurse an adopted baby The research says that it is possible to … Read more
Ladies (and gents), engorgement is the real deal. I thought my breasts had gotten big while I was pregnant. They grew as my stomach did. I never realized that it was possible that they could get bigger. Like a lot bigger. In the first few days after delivering your newborn, your breasts produce a small … Read more
Thinking about homeschooling? We’ve answered 30 of the most common burning questions parents are asking about homeschooling. Can I teach my own children at home without any official teaching experience? Homeschooling can be very intimidating at first, especially if you are a parent who was not homeschooled yourself. You likely attended K-12 at a regular … Read more