Baby Milestones: What to Expect in the First Year
Your baby’s development is amazing to watch. She will go from being a helpless newborn to a curious and active toddler in just one year!
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Healing from Birth Trauma
Sometimes unexpected events during childbirth can wound a new mother. The physical scars fade, but the emotional trauma can produce feelings of helplessness, shame and defeat. How can a mother process these emotions and even embrace them as moments of courage and strength, rather than weakness? And how can loved ones support mom during this important transition?
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- Baby Milestones: What to Expect in the First Year
- How to Choose the Best Baby Carrier for Your Baby
- How to Bond with Your Newborn
- How to Potty Train Your Toddler in 3 Days
- How to Create a Sleep Schedule For Your Baby
- The Best Online Parenting Resources for New Moms
- How to Take Amazing Family Holiday Photos
- Christmas Gift Ideas for Babies and Toddlers by Age
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How to Choose the Best Baby Carrier for Your Baby
If you’re a new parent, you probably already know that despite their size, babies sure need a lot of stuff! Among all these stuff is the all-important baby carrier. Baby carriers are a great way to keep your baby close to you while freeing up your hands for other tasks. They are also the perfect tools for bonding with your baby. With a baby carrier, you will be able to soothe your little one when they’re fussy while also making breastfeeding easier. But with so many types and brands of baby carriers on the market today, how do you know which one is right for you and your baby?
Creating Family Traditions
The holidays are almost here! It's the time when many of us celebrate family traditions. How important are these traditions for the family dynamic? How do you start incorporating them into your life? And what do you do when mom and dad don't necessarily agree?
How to Bond with Your Newborn
Giving birth is one of the most rewarding and challenging experiences anyone can go through. It is completely normal to feel a mix of emotions, from excitement and love to anxiety and doubt. You’ve just started a new part of your life, and it’s a massive undertaking. One of the things that might be giving you anxiety is how you are going to bond with your newborn. So how do you do it?
Are You a Helicopter Parent?
As parents, we all want to protect our children and keep them safe and healthy. But it can become problematic when parents continuously remove obstacles to ensure that their kids never experience disappointment discomfort, heartbreak, or pain. What typically causes parents to "hover" over their kids? What are the pros and the cons? And what traits and characteristics typically develop in your child as a result?
Taking Photos of Your Twins
You've probably seen tons of adorable photos of twins and thought "how did they do that"? Are the photos done professionally? Can you get similar results on your own? What kind of camera and lighting did they use? And how on earth did they get those twins to pose so perfectly for the camera? Join us as we get the inside scoop on how to get the best photographs of your twins!
New Baby and the Family Pet
You're about to bring home your new baby. You and your partner are excited, but what will the family pet think? How can you help your dog or cat through this transition? What type of behavior should you expect during this time?
Emergency Preparations for Your Family
Is your family properly prepared in case of an emergency? Do you know what to do in case of a fire, earthquake, tornado or a serious accident takes place in your home? We'll talk with the Red Cross about ways parents with young children can better prepare for these conditions.
Managing Emotions During Twin Pregnancy
Learning you're pregnant with twins can certainly send you on an emotional rollercoaster. In this episode, our twin moms share how they felt about being pregnant with twins. What initial concerns did they have? How did they manage any additional stress?
Babysitting: Child Care and Costs
Finding the right babysitter can be a daunting task for a new parent. How do you find the perfect person to watch your kids? How much should you pay them? And what advice do "real-life" babysitters have for first-time parents?