Birth certificates and social security cards, most of us use this information on a daily basis. And all the paperwork to create those documents start the moment you are born. As a parent, what do you need to know about filling-out these documents for your child? How does the processing of these documents differ if delivering in a hospital versus a birthing center?
Preparing your car for your new baby involves more than just selecting a car seat. How do you ensure your car seat is properly installed and how to get it checked by a professional? What about other products designed for the car seats, are they safe? What additional items do you really need in your car and how do you safely secure those items? We have some great tips to help you prepare for your new baby.
As a new parent, you're probably exhausted. Getting your baby to sleep through the night is one of the biggest challenges for many new parents.
How do you know if adoption is right for your family? What are some of the challenges you may face when adopting a newborn? How do you overcome obstacles that may come your way?
So you're getting ready for your first trip with your newborn! Whether you're visiting family or taking a vacation, traveling with an infant can seem daunting.
One of the biggest decisions new parents face is how to feed their newborn baby. The choice between breastfeeding and formula evokes all sorts of questions and emotions.
Your baby's birth weight is important. And for those first couple weeks of life, your primary goal as a new mom is to keep that birth weight from falling more than 10%. Why is it important to maintain that birth weight right after birth? Why is 10% the magic number? And what does it mean if your baby loses more than 10% of her initial weight? What are your options?
Halloween is a time for fun, family, and of course, costumes! It is an exciting time of year, and putting your little one in a cute costume makes everything even more fun!
Becoming a new mom is often depicted as a time of pure joy and boundless love. And while that's undoubtedly a part of the journey, it's not the whole story.
When we think about labor and delivery, most women are concerned about it lasting for hours and hours. But what if the exact opposite happens and your labor lasts three hours or less from start to finish? How can you be better prepared?
