Starting solid food is a milestone for your baby, and a messy time for mom and dad. Making your own baby food may seem time-consuming but can actually be simple when you have a plan. Lisa Barrangou, author of “Real Smart Baby Food,” said the most common misconception about making homemade baby food is that […]
Many women face fertility struggles, but Lexington yoga instructor Julie Ransdell is making sure they don’t have to face them alone. Ransdell teaches Yoga for Fertility, a class to provide physical and emotional support to women trying to conceive. “Yoga is essential in restoring and stimulating our bodies and minds to their potential,” Ransdell said. […]
Baby’s Room & Kids Too National Poison Prevention Week, sponsored by the Poison Prevention Week Council, has been held each year during the third week in March since 1961. Its purpose is to educate the public about the dangers of poisonings and how to prevent them. According to Safe Storage, Safe Dosing, Safe Kids, a […]
Daylight Savings does a number on our childrens’ sleep schedules. Preparing a few days in advance can help reduce the disruption and get your baby back on track sooner. Here are a few tips to help transition into the time change, and keep your little one happy and well-rested. Begin by shifting your child’s bedtime […]
Finding the right pediatrician can be a stressful process. Many parents choose to interview pediatricians before their child is born. When meeting with a new doctor, during pregnancy or if you need to switch practices at any time, there are many questions to ask the doctor and ask yourself. Ask the doctor about: The waiting […]
Jaundice is something many parents will encounter with their newborn. About 60 percent of newborns will experience mild jaundice. While it might not be something to worry about, it’s worth being informed about before you head into the delivery room. Jaundice occurs because a baby’s liver is slow to process bilirubin (something we all have […]
I think my daughter might have a super power, since she can sense vegetables in a meal no matter how cleverly concealed. As the mother of a toddler, meal-time can be exasperating. Luckily, my food processor has brought some peace of mind with some awesome smoothie recipes that sneak in veggies to what my daughter […]
Moms spend most of their days on the go– running around the house, running errands, running after their kids. But one Lexington group gives moms a chance to run for their health- both physical and mental. Moms Run This Town is a national organization with more than 300 chapters across the U.S. The Lexington chapter […]
Finding time to work out with a new baby or a crawler at home can feel impossible. But if you have a few spare minutes, you can get in some exercise that entertains your baby in the process. Here are a few quick moves you can do to tone up that involve your little one. […]
Morning sickness is just one of several unfortunate effects pregnancy brings to a new mom, and it’s a complete misnomer. Nausea can strike a pregnant woman any time of day, any stage of her pregnancy. Here are some remedies submitted by moms who battled tummy troubles in their own pregnancies. Eat starches, like pasta, […]
