Parenthood is a test of emotional and physical strength like none other—and every baby born during the pandemic is a testament to the incredible strength and powerful resilience of motherhood….
Whether you’re a first-time mom-to-be or have already welcomed little ones into the world, choosing a name for your newborn is no easy feat. Some parents are set up with…
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During cold and flu season, mamas have no shortage of things to worry about—and that’s more true than ever this year. But rather than spend September to May stressing about…
With babies and toddlers, bath time is about so much more than washing off: It’s an opportunity for fun, sensory play and sweet bonding moments—with the added benefit of a…
As any parent knows, the term “diaper bag” only scratches the surface. In reality, this catchall holds so much more: a change of clothes, bottles, snacks, wipes and probably about…
Meaningful baby names will never go out of style. Whether you decide to name your newborn after a beloved family member, or are simply searching for a name that reflects…
Baby name trends may come and go, but today’s most popular baby names suggest that nothing beats a classic. Many of the popular boy names that have topped the lists…
At five weeks old, our daughter stopped breastfeeding to sleep. Her eyes would drift closed as she lay in my arms, her mouth going still, and I would gently unlatch…
The exciting months leading up to your baby’s arrival are a whirlwind of planning and preparation. From choosing a name to creating a baby registry, there are so many exciting…
Depending on how old your baby is, and how many feeds a night they have, and whether its breast or bottle, you have a few choices. You can gradually reduce…
When you do decide to night wean, you lose the breast-feeding hormones overnight. These hormones are Prolactin and Oxytocin. Prolactin is produced as you breastfeed, its production also brings a…
When we finally spilled the beans to friends and family that we were pregnant, we were flooded with obligatory Facebook messages and texts from well-wishers. “Congratulations!” they said. “We’re so…
There is an increase in young people (especially children) diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). This disorder is a mental illness which happens to be the number one mental…
Newborn baby hair loss is a normal phenomenon. It is also known as telogen effluvium. This is usually observed in the first six months of the baby’s life. Human hair…
Diaper rash is the name typically given to any skin infection caused by wearing damp diapers. It can affect children between zero to three years old who still wear diapers….
Infant swimming is a natural phenomenon of human babies and toddlers who can reflexively move themselves through the water while simultaneously changing their respiration and breathing rates in response to…
It often comes as a shock to most moms when they see their babies vomit. The sudden eruption of curious smelling, whitish fluid from the little one’s mouth often puzzles…
Diarrhea in children can be described as more explosive poop in a baby’s diaper. This stool often times comes out more quickly and may be tinged with blood or greenish in colour.
Hey Moms, this is a pretty hard thing to do for all of us. We often times feel awkward talking about it. Our babies are always clingy because after spending 9 months in your belly they come out and you are their feeding source for the first 6 months or more.