Research shows music has countless positive affects on our brains. So what does that mean for the littlest among us? How can new parents use music to soothe their babies? And how does it impact their development? Moms and music teachers weigh in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Most medications you can buy at the drugstore aren’t made for infants – especially the littlest ones. So what are some natural or homeopathic remedies that can help your baby when she has a cold or ear ache? And how do you know what substances are safe to give your baby, and which ones aren't? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Sometimes after birth, we don’t feel like ourselves, but eventually, those feelings resolve. For some women, their postpartum time is filled with anxiety and compulsions, racing thoughts and sometimes voices in their heads, hallucinations, and even violent behaviors. How are these conditions diagnosed? And what kind of impact can it have on the entire family? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Early parenthood is full of difficult decisions that could be made easier by establishing boundaries before the baby is born. How do you identify boundaries that work best for your family? And how do you communicate those to well-meaning family members who try to push back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

New babies spend half their day sleeping. Nice, right? Knowing the best sleep environment for your baby will not only keep them safe, but it will result in better sleep so both you and baby can be well-rested. Where should (and shouldn't) your baby be sleeping? What should you look for in a crib and crib mattress? And what should our babies be wearing when they go to sleep? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

As any experienced parent will tell you, the newborn days of putting your baby on a play mat – and knowing they’ll stay there – don’t last long. Pretty soon they’ll be following you around the house and getting into anything and everything, so you’ll need to make sure their environment is safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Your baby does something hilarious and you start to laugh. But wait – did a little pee just come out? And is that … normal?  If you’re experiencing issues with leaking or bladder control in general as a postpartum mom, you are not alone. What causes this? Is it common? What type of help is available to you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Many experts say it’s best to follow your baby’s hunger cues rather than adhere to a strict feeding schedule — especially in the newborn stage. This is often called "on demand" or "responsive feeding," and you can do it whether you breastfeed or feed your baby through a bottle. What are typical cues moms should be aware of? What does responsive feeding look like after a baby starts eating solids? And why do some moms choose to continue responsive feeding into toddlerhood? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Once your baby is mobile, it can be a lot harder to check things off your to-do list for the day because you feel like you can’t take your eyes off of them. A lot of parents use screen time. And hey – to each her own. But if you’re looking for some alternatives to screen time to keep your kids entertained, engaged, and educated, we’ve got some great information for you on today’s episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

If you and your partner come from different faith backgrounds, you may be wondering how you’re going to raise your baby when it comes to religion. Will you incorporate both faiths into family traditions, or will you favor one over the other? How will you tackle some of the more difficult religious differences that may arise? And what should you be discussing with your partner while your kid is still young? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more