A dietitian and mom of two explains why hydration is important for pregnant moms and shares her tips for preventing dehydration in pregnancy.
A dietitian and mom of two explains why hydration is important for pregnant moms and shares her tips for preventing dehydration in pregnancy.
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Learn when babies start to smile, about the smiling reflex, and ideas for encouraging your baby to do this milestone.
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Packing for any trip with kids is a daunting task. But packing for a trip to Disney World? That’s another beast entirely. While Disney World may be The Happiest Place on Earth, visiting there involves a deceptively large amount of planning. After all, when you’re traversing a resort that’s well over 25,000 acres, you need […]
Dr. Sheryl Ziegler talks with us about mommy burnout and how to navigate and reclaim your life all while raising healthy and happy children.
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Discover the stages of emotional development and growth, why it’s important to teach these skills, and how to help children manage emotions.
Spring is just around the corner, which means new opportunities and spring activities for kids to make memories. As long winter days begin to clear and the season of fresh beginnings enters, we hope this list gives you plenty to look forward to in the months ahead. 33 Outdoor Spring Activities for Kids 1. Go […]
OMG, you’re pregnant! Such an exciting time and you are probably anxious to share the news. Many moms-to-be like to let the world know they are expecting with fashion. Pregnancy announcement shirts are a fun way to celebrate your special time. Whether you want something silly, fun, dramatic, or to the point, we’ve got you […]
As parents, we’re always on the brink of a transition period with our kids. Whether we’re transitioning baby from swaddle to sleep sack, from bassinet to crib, or from a bottle to a cup, we’re on the hunt for products to help ease the transition for our baby and us! Whether our baby is breastfed […]
If you have family or ancestors from the Middle East, they likely speak Arabic. Over 24 countries do, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Syria. There are so many Arabic dialects that it can be hard to pinpoint the origin of an Arabic name. However, there are so many Arabic girl names and Arabic boy names […]
The dreaded — I mean, highly anticipated — first birthday party. You survived sleepless nights, blow-out diapers, tantrums, and scary late-night fever spikes. You also navigated the messy, unpredictability of postpartum feelings, lonely 3 a.m. feedings, and everything else. Like the first belly roll, the first real smile, and the first giddy giggle. Turning one […]
From the moment you first held your baby in your arms, you’ve wanted to protect them. To shelter them from harm and teach them right from wrong. You’ve also wanted to celebrate them at their best, guide them at their worst, and encourage them to be the best version of themselves as they step into […]
Do you find yourself continuously reaching for the same items in your closet? If so, you’re not alone! The book You Are What You Wear by Dr. Jennifer Baumgartner states that most people wear 20% of their closet 80% of the time. As you enter a new stage of life while becoming a new mom, […]
Some of my most precious childhood memories are playing outdoor games with my sister and the neighborhood kids. Whether it was an epic game of kickball in our cul-de-sac, a family Wiffle ball game, or playing capture the flag until after dark, those hours of being outside make me feel most nostalgic for my 1980s […]
One mom makes a case for parents to take young children on vacation — even if their children won’t remember it later on in life.
After doing “the mom chop” and cutting my hair short, I’ve learned cute ways to style it with minimal time. Here’s what I use and how I do it!
Learn what a prenatal nonstress test is and what you can expect if you go in for one.