As an exhausted parent after that too-early 2 am baby feeding wakeup call, I know how frustrating it can be when your little one refuses to drift off again for the rest of the night. If this scenario sounds familiar, don’t despair. While many caring parents struggle with baby sleep and night feeding challenges, you’re […]
The endless cute onesies and stuffed animals dominating most baby registries certainly seem appealing for celebrating new arrivals. But veteran moms and dads universally agree: when that precious bundle actually appears, an arsenal of practical gear for facing the countless messy tasks and sleepless nights ahead proves infinitely more valuable. That’s why I’ve compiled this […]
As a parent of a newborn, I certainly understand the constant worries about your little one’s newborn sleep environment and baby room comfort. It’s so easy to spiral down an overwhelming trail of “what if’s” and scary internet searches about ceiling fan safety standards for your delicate infant sleep environment. Believe me, I’ve stayed up […]
As a parent, you can’t help but marvel at all of the new feats your little one accomplishes in their first year of rapid growth and development. One intriguing behavior you may notice around 4-6 months is your baby suddenly becoming utterly fascinated with staring between their legs. What does baby looking between legs mean? […]
As a parent, few things melt your heart more than glimpsing your sleeping baby with a sweet, angelic smile on their face. In those serene moments, it’s natural to wonder – When Babies Smile in Their Sleep Do They See Angels? Do babies have some spiritual connection we can’t quite comprehend? I know the first […]
As a new parent, I understood the importance of a good night’s sleep, but I didn’t realize all the specifics about creating a safe sleep environment for my baby. When I walked into the nursery one night to find my baby sleeping face down in mattress with her face pressed into the mattress, it set […]
Have you ever been out in public when suddenly a shrill, squeaky cry pierces the air? You scan around, your eyes resting on a fussy newborn tucked into a car seat as their mother gently bounces and shushes them. Unexpected tears spring to your eyes as you’re flooded with some profound, bittersweet feeling you can’t […]
Seeing your little one spontaneously stick their palms over their ears can be an adorable sight that captures a precious moment. Or it may signal something more serious than an impromptu game of peek-a-boo. As a new parent, I was initially amused when my 8-month-old son would periodically smack his tiny hands over his ears, […]
As a parent of a 4 month old, you may have noticed your little one favoring one hand more than the other for reaching, grasping, or mouthing toys. You may be wondering if this means they are showing early signs of being left or right handed. While it’s still too early for definitive handedness, an […]
As a new parent, I was constantly amazed and overwhelmed by every little thing my newborn did. But one infant behavior that truly filled my heart with joy was when she would reach out her tiny hands and softly touch my face. Those gentle strokes across my cheeks made me feel so loved and bonded […]
