It’s never too early or late to prioritize your and your family’s health. According to a recent national survey, although 98% of consumers state that maintaining good health is somewhat or very important to them, nearly 1 in 4 admitted to being less prepared to plan for a healthy life when compared to how they’d plan for milestones like retirement or starting a family. The same survey found that 93% of respondents believe it’s at least somewhat important to plan for a healthy life through good nutrition. But only 50% of those respondents follow through by maintaining healthy eating habits for ..read more

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | TuneIn | Audible Are you someone who has a sweet tooth? Do you get cravings for something sweet throughout the day or in the evening before bedtime? If so, I can completely relate. I get sugar cravings, and when they hit, the cravings are strong. And this happens to kids, too! As parents, we sometimes use sweets to show love, appreciation, and sometimes even bribery. I know I have. These cravings can start young. Sugar is also hidden in our foods, and it doesn’t have to be advertised or regulated. It’s a major part of our cultu ..read more

You’ve almost made it through the first year of your baby’s life! This year has flown by with your baby learning many new milestones and skills. They’ve learned to sit up and babble and, hopefully, are sleeping more regularly. As your baby approaches 10 months old, they’ll reach even more new milestones. This article will help prepare you for their milestones, skills, and emerging appetite. We’ll cover your 10-month-old’s sleep and feeding schedule, whether they may experience sleep regression, activities you can do together, and more. What Developmental Milestones Should My 10-Month-Old Baby ..read more

Fear of needles and shots is a common concern among children, adolescents, and even adults. It often causes significant stress and anxiety during medical procedures. As a parent, witnessing your child’s distress can be overwhelming. But with the right strategies and support, you can help them with being afraid of needles and make the experience of getting a shot more manageable. In this guide, we’ll explore practical techniques and innovative solutions (including cold spray for injections and numbing cream for shots) to assist parents in comforting their children during needle-related procedu ..read more

Get ready — this next month of development will be a loud one! At 9 months old, your baby will experience more vocal growth in their developmental milestones, and they’ll love to engage with the people around them. This article will cover all their new developmental milestones, along with their feeding schedule, a sample sleep schedule, and fun ways for you to engage with your 9-month-old baby. We’ll also explore how much a 9-month-old should weigh, whether they may experience sleep regression, and when their wake window is. So, let’s dive in! What Developmental Milestones Should My 9-Month-O ..read more

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | TuneIn | Audible In my opinion, one of our greatest roles as parents is to teach our children how to be independent, good human beings. While academics are important, are we (society) emphasizing basic life skills and emotional intelligence enough? I’m not sure. I think that life skills can often be misunderstood as “chores.” However, life skills are independence skills and organizational skills. There’s more to intelligence than just IQ. There’s EQ (emotional quotient, also known as emotional intelligence). And in my opinion ..read more

When raising our little ones, we want the best for them. Healthy relationships, unlimited learning opportunities, everything that boosts their brain power — the list goes on and on. As parents, we don’t get to choose what our baby’s IQ is or if they grow up to be book lovers or STEM enthusiasts, but there are things we can do to boost their brain power. While there’s no foolproof guide for how to raise a genius, there are many ways to help them succeed now and in the future. A great place to start is taking inventory of important developmental milestones. From there, you can nurture and encou ..read more

As parents, we all want what’s best for our babies, and that includes their diapers. However, most of us can’t afford to pay an arm and a leg for fancy subscription diapers that cost up to $100. So, I started looking for a brand that offered the best in quality but came at an affordable price. Enter Millie Moon. Exclusive to Target, Millie Moon offers high-quality, luxury diapers for your little one at a price point you’ll love. With so many different diapers on the market these days, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t opt for the very best for your family. Read on to discover what makes Mi ..read more

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | TuneIn | Audible Just a few weeks ago, I had a birth doula client who asked me if she would really know when labor was starting. This question surprised me because she was pregnant with her second child. Her first childbirth experience was an induction, but she knew what contractions felt like. However, the more I thought about this question, the more I realized many expecting moms have asked me this, “Will I really know when I’m in labor?” So, I thought it would be a good time to review the signs that labor is starting so you ..read more

Out with the old, in with the new. Experiences, that is. I don’t know about you, but I love planning outings as often as possible with my little crew. After all, my kiddos will only be young once — so time is of the essence. Now is the perfect time to create a bucket list everyone in the family can knock out together. Why not strive to enjoy activities for every letter of the alphabet this year? With an alphabet adventure challenge, you can do just that. Family-Friendly Activities From A to Z To Try This Year Whether your kiddos are of letter-learning age or you want a guided path to spending ..read more