Here's how and why I consumed my placenta (in the form of capsules, like supplements) after the birth of my son. Most of the benefits of eating placenta have to do with bonding with the infant and shrinking the uterus back to normal size. But I was mostly interested in the direct benefits in the recovery after birth.
My toddler likes to be nearby (and sometimes participate) when I'm working in the kitchen. But I didn't feel comfortable using just a chair for him to stand on to reach the countertop. Then I discovered the Little Partners learning tower! It's like a ladder for toddlers to get higher & closer to the action -- while standing safely on a non-skid, solid wood, sturdy surface.
If your baby isn't sleeping through the night yet, and you've got the bags under your eyes to prove it, it may be time to change your strategy. This video provides tips to help baby sleep through the entire night!
Do you know what the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression are? What about the causes of postnatal depression? You might be surprised to learn this is a fairly common condition that mothers experience after the birth of a child. Here's how to treat post partum depression if you or someone you know has it.
This video shows how to lose all the baby weight you gained during pregnancy... really fast!
In this article, we explore everything there is to know about baby probiotics, their benefits, and their effects on the baby's body. These tips will help you decide which baby probiotics best suit your child.
Sometimes it’s hard to separate all of the silly breastfeeding myths from the tried and true facts about breastfeeding. Here are 70 common breastfeeding myths that many women believe. A list of breastfeeding inaccuracies that you can quit worrying about as a new mom. Plus, breastfeeding tips to make the process of breastfeeding your baby even easier!
Wondering what to do with all of your used baby items (like all of those super-soft used baby blankets) when your baby is no longer a baby? I counted nearly 20 baby blankets in my son's closet... he's now 2 years old! I wanted to donate them to a special cause. Here's my experience donating baby blankets to charity, a list of where to donate used baby blankets, and some fun ways to repurpose baby blankets and reuse them around the house!
I wanted to go cycling with my toddler. Working within a tight budget, here's how I chose the best child bike seat for our needs and an affordable used bike for me. All of my best advice to start family cycling adventures together -- including the bike accessories we use most and a comparison of the various ways you can bike with a toddler.
At 2-1/2 years old and 35 pounds, my son is quite heavy for me to carry. Even though he can walk on his own, my husband or I usually need to scoop him up and carry him at some point whenever we're out & about. I'm so glad I discovered this toddler hip seat carrier -- it puts an end to muscle fatigue and backaches from carrying a heavy toddler!
