Soothing Scents: Using Aromatherapy in Pregnancy and Labor
You may have practiced your breathing techniques for labor, but have you considered what scents you’ll be inhaling with all those sniffs and “hee-hee-hoo’s”? Aromatherapy can have powerful effects on a woman in labor, said Candice Lewis, a Certified Herbalist with a focus on women’s health issues. Lewis offers herbal consultations for issues including fertility, […]
The Debate on Crib Bumpers
by Bud Spoerl, owner of Baby’s Room & Kids Too SIDS awareness organizations have long tried to educate parents about the ways children can die in their sleep, and bumper pads have always been near the top of the list. The American Academy of Pediatrics recently took the position that bumper pads pose a risk […]
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Step-by-Step Swaddling
Swaddling your baby can create the sense of warmth and comfort a newborn needs. You can buy special Velcro blankets to keep baby snug, or simply use any soft cloth blanket by folding properly. Our guide with photos will help you wrap the perfect baby burrito. Step One: Lay the blanket flat and fold one […]
A ‘Less Stress’ Shower
A baby shower can quickly turn into a thunderstorm if you feel overwhelmed or unprepared. Here is a collection of tips from real moms, from things they did to things they wish they had done differently. Hand out envelopes to your guests to address to themselves and leave in a cute basket before they leave. […]
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Mother’s Day for the Expectant Mom
Dads-to-be, here is your chance. If your lady is currently pregnant on Mother’s Day, this is pretty much your only chance to get her the great gift. Every year from now on you will be outshone by macaroni necklaces and finger paintings. These are my top picks for Mother’s Day gifts for a mom who […]
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A Helping Hand: The Benefits of a Baby Planner
From pre-conception to postpartum, a new mom’s to-do list can seem endless. Sometimes asking for help can be the best thing. You are busy enough as it is growing a person inside of you. Baby planning is a growing industry that aims to alleviate the stress of preparing for a new baby. Women use planners […]
Slide Safety: Preventing Broken Bones on the Playground
It’s easy to see the playground as a mine field of potential injuries for your child. But sometimes our safety measures can cause more damage than good. Sliding down a playground slide with your child in your lap poses a great risk for broken legs. A study at Winthrop University Hospital found that nearly 14 […]