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  • There are so many things you don’t ever think about before becoming a parent, like the fact that a baby’s skull bones don’t fuse until they’re 9-18 months old. Because of this, Flat Head Syndrome is quite common in babies. Luckily, if your little one does develop this syndrome it is typically easily treated by… Keep Reading

    The Best Flat Head Pillows for Babies to Prevent or Treat Flat Head Syndrome

  • A common side effect of pregnancy is swelling of the legs and feet. One way to reduce swelling in the legs throughout your pregnancy is to wear compression socks. These are especially helpful in the second and third trimesters. Compression socks for pregnancy come in a wide variety of styles and colors which makes them… Keep Reading

    10 [Best Compression Socks] for Pregnancy Leg Swelling!

  • One of the most important things you can do as the parent of a toddler is to learn about pool safety. Drowning is responsible for more deaths among children ages 1-4 than any other cause except for congenital anomalies (birth defects). While you might not have a pool in your own backyard, children can drown in as little as 2 inches… Keep Reading

    Pool Safety for Toddlers [Important Tips to Know this Summer!]

What to Know About 6 Week Ultrasound

At six weeks pregnant the whole situation can seem a little surreal still. Everything about becoming a mom is new and exciting, and of course a bit scary too. Many moms cannot wait to go in for their 6 week ultrasound because it offers them some peace of mind. This is typically the very earliest that you will have an ultrasound because there is not much to see via the sonogram before this point. In fact, most doctors will not do an ultrasound until around 12 weeks.What To Know About 6 Week ... [Read More]

Mom Hacks – The Best Baby Lotions to Keep your Baby’s Skin Perfect!

Finding the best baby lotion for your little one can turn out to be pretty tricky. We know you have probably heard that baby's skin is magically smooth and soft, and that's no lie! However, babies still do need lotion from time to time to help them stay hydrated just like us. You do have to keep in mind that their skin is far more sensitive than yours. When choosing a lotion you must consider your baby’s skin type and make sure all the ingredients are safe to use on them. This guide will help ... [Read More]

Power Pumping – A Quick Way to Increase Milk Supply

Hopefully this headline caught your attention because power pumping sounds badass and that is exactly what a nursing mama is! There are natural ways to encourage a strong or steady milk supply such as a diet that includes oatmeal, plenty of water, or supplements such as fenugreek or mother’s milk tea. You can also encourage higher production of milk through power pumping. When you choose to nurse, you are judging the amount of milk you produce according to your baby’s satisfaction and weight ... [Read More]

Best Toys for 3 Year Old Boys [15 They Won’t Put Down!]

Parenting a 3-year-old is so much fun. I loved transitioning from the baby stage to having a little person! They’re growing, on the move, and communicating more than ever. However it can be hard to keep toddlers entertained. Because of this, when you are choosing toys for your 3 year old it’s important to select toys that keep their attention, help them continue to develop, and get them eager to learn. We gathered up a bunch of rambunctious 3 year old boys to test out these toys (that was ... [Read More]

The Best Flat Head Pillows for Babies to Prevent or Treat Flat Head Syndrome

There are so many things you don't ever think about before becoming a parent, like the fact that a baby's skull bones don't fuse until they're 9-18 months old. Because of this, Flat Head Syndrome is quite common in babies. Luckily, if your little one does develop this syndrome it is typically easily treated by switching up their positioning and purchasing a baby flat head pillow. It is well-known newborns are fragile as they have yet to develop muscle tone and can’t support their own ... [Read More]

10 [Best Compression Socks] for Pregnancy Leg Swelling!

A common side effect of pregnancy is swelling of the legs and feet. One way to reduce swelling in the legs throughout your pregnancy is to wear compression socks. These are especially helpful in the second and third trimesters. Compression socks for pregnancy come in a wide variety of styles and colors which makes them easy to integrate into any maternity wardrobe. We wanted to give you better insight into why your legs swell, what compression socks do, and which sock options are best for you. ... [Read More]