Articles for category: Health & Beauty

Breastfeeding Beyond 1 Year Seemed Weird To Me… Until I Became A Mom And Experienced The Benefits Of Extended Breastfeeding Firsthand

'How much longer do you plan to breastfeed? This is a question I get quite often. (My baby is 17 months old.) While breastfeeding has always felt so natural to my baby and I, when it came to a mother’s choice of allowing her toddler (no longer a baby) to breastfeed, it just seemed weird... until I became a mother myself! Here's my experience breastfeeding beyond 1 year, plus a list of the benefits of extended breastfeeding.

Mom & Toddler Show How To Brush Baby Teeth, How To Brush A Baby’s Gums, And When To Start Brushing Baby’s Teeth & Gums

I started my baby’s oral care regime as soon as he got his first tooth. But I should have started even before his baby teeth erupted through the gums. My toddler and I are going to show you how to brush a baby's gums using a wet washcloth, gauze, or a finger toothbrush. Plus how to brush baby teeth by following a daily routine where you brush your teeth together. Also... what I've learned about when to start brushing baby's teeth & gums, issues regarding fluoride toothpaste, and what to do when your baby doesn't like teeth brushing.

After 16 Months Of Using Disposable Diapers, I Switched To Cloth Diapers… Here’s Why & What I’ve Learned About Cloth Diapers vs. Disposable Diapers

I've used Pampers Swaddlers since the day we brought our baby home -- because they are soft and absorb well. Plus, Swaddlers have a moisture indicator strip, which helped with my observations of baby’s potty signals. However... after using disposable diapers for 16 months and trying cloth diapers for the first time, I’m honestly wishing I made the switch to cloth diapers sooner! I found a good deal on used cloth diapers that were in excellent condition. See why I'm now a huge fan of Alva cloth diapers with snaps that grow with your baby, how to clean cloth diapers, my tips for stripping cloth diapers of bacteria, and my thoughts on cloth diapers vs disposable diapers today.

A Mom’s Tips For Flying Solo With A Toddler On Your Lap Or In A Car Seat For The First Time

See the most important things I've learned after flying solo with an infant for the first time. Tips to help you with checking in, getting through security, passing time in airports during layovers, boarding the plane, flying with a toddler in a car seat (after scoring an extra seat), and flying with a toddler on your lap (if they're under age 2 and the flight is full). Here are 16 things I would do differently if I could do it all over again...

One Mom’s Helpful Advice For An Organic Pregnancy… On A Budget

Whether you have issues with regular (traditional) pregnancy products or not, there’s just something special about wanting to protect your baby's health and pureness from conception to birth. I've got some great suggestions for you... that helped me when I was pregnant and looking for organic pregnancy products on a budget. See which ingredients in foods & beauty products are safe to use during pregnancy.

Mom & Baby’s Keekaroo High Chair Review: See Why The Keekaroo Height Right High Chair With Tray Is The Best High Chair Ever!

We used a Bumbo multi seat as a high chair for about 8 months, but at 14 months of age, I think it's time for a more sturdy high chair. I decided to try the Keekaroo Height Right high chair after doing a good deal of research on the Stokke Tripp Trapp high chair. The Keekaroo is a great substitute for the Stokke high chair because -- much like the Stokke -- your baby simply cannot outgrow a Keekaroo high chair... and it's much more affordable! We especially like the look and the sturdiness of the Keekaroo. See all the other reasons we love our Keekaroo Height Right high chair...