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I'm in the process of preparing for my baby's first plane ride. See everything that we're packing, how I plan to handle the layovers and connecting flights with a baby, some handy gadgets & travel necessities I've discovered and will be using on this trip, plus tips for other new moms who will be flying with a baby soon.

Yoga in bed?! ...Why not? It’s no secret that regular exercise is an important part of a happy and healthy life. And if you relax while exercising, that’s even better for your well-being! Yoga gives you the best of both worlds. See how to do yoga in bed... 5 easy yoga exercises to do in your bed at home or in a hotel when you travel.

My baby really likes his Fisher Price Crawl Around Car! It keeps him busy for 15-20 minutes at a time. This is a Smart Stages Crawl Around Car with 3 levels of activity -- so it will grow with your baby. Here's our video review of the Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Crawl Around Car with our favorite features... and 1 negative.

My baby is 1 year old - so he can finally ride in a forward facing car seat. We chose the Britax convertible car seat because of its high safety rating. Traveling with a toddler in the car soon? Here are my best baby travel tips for your next road trip with a toddler -- from kid friendly DVD movies to the best snacks & sippy cups for toddler car trips.

We were faced with the dilemma of getting newborn vaccines in the hospital after delivery. And the CDC's immunization schedule recommends 6 vaccinations at 2 months. I've done my research and decided to follow an alternative vaccine schedule instead. See why. Are you following a delayed vaccine schedule too?

Flu Shot

It's not just people with compromised immune systems that are dying from the flu. See all of the ways the flu can kill an otherwise healthy person. Before you get a flu shot, here's what you need to know - who should & shouldn't get it, popular flu shot myths, flu shot side effects, and where to get cheap flu shots!

I had plans to make my own baby food once I started introducing solid foods. But I decided to try Baby Led Weaning instead - and now I can’t imagine introducing solid foods any other way! Here are the benefits of BLW, the best baby led weaning foods to start with, and my tips for moms before starting baby led weaning.

See how homemade baby food compares to store-bought, the advantages of making baby food yourself, how you'll save money making your own baby food, how to puree/store/freeze/thaw baby food, and how to make healthy baby food recipes quickly & easily. 10 tips to ensure that your homemade baby food is safe, healthy... and tasty!

One of the greatest accessories in menswear today is the scarf! Yes, mens scarfs have a utilitarian purpose. But they can also add a level of sophistication and swagger -- just like a pocket square does. A mens fashion expert helps you choose the best mens scarf for your wardrobe.

I've been practicing Elimination Communication potty training since my baby was 13 weeks. He's almost 1 now. We're still committed to becoming diaper free. See how I'm encouraging my baby to go potty, What my baby's potty signals are, What my baby's diaper-free times are like, and benefits & challenges of EC -- in my opinion.

A mens fashion expert shares what you should be looking for before buying mens flannel shirts -- in terms of the quality of construction, material, style, design, and fit.

Wondering if you can take a shower with your baby to save time? The answer is yes! Here's how I shower with my baby, plus my best tips to make the process of bathing your baby even easier.

My baby is now 10 months old and pulling himself to stand while holding onto furniture. The Baby Einstein Discovering Music activity table gives him a way to play while standing. See what makes this baby activity table unique and why he likes it so much.

Have a hole in your suit pants or suit jacket? Suit repair for ripped, torn, or snagged suit pants and suit jackets is called suit reweaving -- or invisible mending. A men's clothing expert shares 2 ways to avoid having to get your suit pants and jackets reweaved, and places to get suit reweaving done.

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Leg cramps can be excruciatingly painful. They're one of the most common side effects of pregnancy. Here are 10 ways to prevent pregnancy leg cramps. Plus, 5 ways to get leg cramp relief quickly once the cramping starts. Try these easy home remedies, pregnancy stretches, and simple diet changes.

Which nursery items do you REALLY need? A mom of 3 tells you what to avoid when shopping for and designing your baby's nursery. See the bare minimum things you need, and a list of things you don't need for the baby's room.

The baby shower diaper wreath is a great gift idea! I made one - it's SO easy. Here's how to make a baby shower wreath using disposable diapers.

Is there an inexpensive watch you can buy that will last a long time and never go out of style? Yes! Here are 6 cheap watches for men from from timeless watchmakers that are classically styled and will last forever.