Let’s face it, there can be a lot of crying with a newborn in the house. It's very common for babies to cry, and there can be many reasons why your baby is crying. Wet diaper, too hot, too cold, hungry, gas, tummy upset... the list goes on and on! Wouldn’t it be great if they could just tell us what's going on? It would save all of the guesswork for new parents and much of the heartache, too. Crying is their superpower to tell us something is wrong in order to survive. We’ve compiled a few points to consider next time your little one is crying inconsolably. Hopefully this ...
Breastfeeding your newborn: Learn tips and tricks before delivery, to set you up for success!
In the exhaustion and euphoria of childbirth, a mother’s very next job is feeding her baby. But breastfeeding rarely comes naturally as expected. The first few hours after delivery are vital and establishing robust milk production hinges on this time. This is the time to signal to your breasts to make milk for your new arrival. So how do you do it? Here are 3 things to know to help you prepare for breastfeeding before delivery. Understand what is a good latch. When a baby is latched onto the breast well, the nipple is deep into the roof of its mouth and fills it to ...
Must-Read Parenting Books
Let’s face it, we moms barely have time to pursue any interests outside the core family functions and the luxury of reading a book cover to cover might be a thing of the past. That’s why audiobook apps like Audible are so good. Here are my Top 2 recommendations for parenting books you’ll want to listen to. You can listen in bed, while you fold the laundry or pump/feed; wherever you can! Just pop your earphones in and listen as the pages unfold. Recommended read: The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible ...