Medically reviewed by Macy Tollefson – doula, breastfeeding specialist & prenatal yoga teacher Body scrubs are a popular way to help soften and smooth dry skin, but you may be wondering: “Is it safe to exfoliate while I’m pregnant?” and, perhaps more importantly, “Is it safe to use a peppermint body scrub?”. While there are […]
Is your child sleeping more than usual? Has their sleep schedule suddenly changed? I’m a parent too, so I understand that you may be worried when your toddler is tired and sleeping more all of a sudden. But the truth is, the changes that happen to your toddler are more common than you think. It […]
Most new parents have heard it time and time again: swaddling is good for babies. Swaddles help with sleep, reduce the startle reflex, are soothing and can help calm an overtired baby. Now, that’s all lovely and rosy, but what if your newborn baby hates swaddling? I dealt with it myself, and recently one of […]
Are you unsure if your little one is ready for the transition to crib? Maybe your baby is close to outgrowing the bassinet but feels not ready for the crib yet? In this article I’m going to share my tips what to do in this situation. Spoiler alert: it’s never too early for the crib! […]
Are you concerned that your baby is only napping for short periods? You may be now wondering if it’s a normal thing or how to extend your little one’s short naps. Here are the best solutions if your baby won’t nap for more than 30 minutes! Baby naps: we all love them. Baby needs them, […]
I am well aware that breastfeeding is one of the most challenging parts of motherhood. One of such breastfeeding concerns is: Are the bubbles in the breastmilk normal? If you’re worried if it’s safe to give bubbly milk to baby, you’re in the right place! Let’s find out what causes foamy breast milk and how to […]
Welcome to motherhood mama! Your new baby is finally here and you just cannot get enough of those sweet cuddles. If you are like me, you have probably lost track of time, and not just because you are in awe of this living miracle you have waited for nine long months. Motherhood journey is a […]
Would you like to start using a breast pump but you don’t know how to handle the breast milk? Or maybe you’ve been already pumping but you’re not sure if you store the milk properly? It’s important to follow a few basic safety rules which will help to protect your breast milk from contamination and […]
Article by Jessica Pierce – Registered Nurse & Nationally Registered Paramedic Choosing the right skin care products for your new baby may be difficult – checking down the long, hard to pronounce list of all of the ingredients for any potentially dangerous chemicals or skin irritants can be daunting. Many baby washes, even those that […]
Article By Edna Skopljak – Medical Doctor (MD) If you are a parent, especially a first-time parent with a newborn at home, you may feel stressed, overwhelmed, and anxious. I have been there – and I felt that. These first days and months home with my baby are still a bit “foggy” due to sleep […]