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As the executive director of Lamaze International, I am pleased to see “Lamaze” mentioned in media publications. Some recent publicity, while exciting, was also a bit disappointing due to the…
It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year again! Temperatures are dropping, and houses will soon be decked out in their holiday best. It’s the perfect time to make memories with your family by choosing a pair of matching family holiday pajamas to wear for the occasion. There are so many adorable prints and […]
It’s something mamas everywhere have innately understood from the beginning of time: Speaking to your baby can help soothe them. But new research shows just how powerfully calming a mother’s…
Finding the perfect cup for your kiddo can be more challenging than you might expect. But we’re confident we’ve found it. PopYum’s new 13 oz Insulated Kids’ Cups are thoughtfully designed with specs we know you’ll love. If you’re unfamiliar with PopYum, it’s a family-owned company that makes high-quality baby products and is now expanding […]
When it comes to breastfeeding in those first newborn days, it can feel like there are a million moving parts to get your baby on the breast with a “perfect” latch and breastfeeding successfully. With so much going on, recommended breastfeeding techniques can be easily overlooked and leave mom with not only sore nipples but […]
Recently, a friend who was pregnant asked me for advice as she started to think about maternity leave. As I began to make a mental list of helpful tips, I…
Separated abdominal muscles, known as diastasis recti or DR, is a topic that concerns many new mothers and parents. You may wonder why you still look pregnant several months or…
Getting the Covid vaccine or booster shot in pregnancy is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your baby and yourself from serious illness. That’s for…
In the months after my second baby was born, I would often look back at the photos from the first time I held him. The nurse had just placed his…
If you have heard of colostrum, I’m sure you know it is also called “liquid gold.” It has this nickname for a good reason. This liquid is packed full of nutrients that all work to support your baby’s needs and offer protection. Colostrum may be tiny in volume, but it is mighty in its benefits […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! A time to be with your loved ones, adorn your home with beautiful decorations, enjoy delicious winter treats, and do one of our favorite Christmas traditions: have a holiday movie marathon with your family! To help you narrow down your options, we’re sharing our list of the […]
Try as we might, we cannot protect our children from the ups and downs of life. Sometimes, things will go well and be successful; other times, things will go awry. And while we want to stop our children from experiencing pain for them to feel happy, unfortunately, that isn’t realistic. But we can encourage our […]
How will [FILL IN THE BLANK] affect my pregnancy? might just be the number one worry during pregnancy. Everything from caffeine to factory fumes — people want to know how what…
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By the time my daughter was a few weeks old, anyone who picked her up knew to first grab a blanket and take cover. She spit up constantly, which I…
Have you ever noticed how some Moms seem to be very contented and confident in their role as Mothers, and others seem chronically stressed and approaching burnout? Why are some…
Childcare is a huge decision to make when a family has a baby. Will they utilize childcare or have a parent stay home with the baby? And if they choose to send their little one to daycare or use some form of childcare, which ones are available to them in their area? How much do […]