What if we told you that moms are happier when their kids express gratitude? According to a new study from the Journal of Positive Psychology, just hearing your child say thank you can reduce your stress level and improve your mental well-being. That should be reason enough to keep teaching your kids to say, “thank you,” but according to this study and others, that’s not the only reason. Keep reading to learn how expressing gratitude is good for you and your kids ..read more

It’s no question: diapers are a necessity when you have a baby in the house, and many will argue it’s hard to beat the convenience of disposable diapers. As new moms know all too well, babies go through A LOT of diapers! So you stock up – and suddenly your baby is outgrowing her current size.   New moms may not realize diapers are sized based on a baby’s weight, not on his or her age. A good rule of thumb is to check the size guidelines on your preferred diaper brand’s box and follow these 7 tips to help you know when it’s time to size up ..read more

In our last blog, we talked about why it’s important to manage screen time, especially for young kids. In this blog, we’re going to make that job a little easier for you!   Many organizations offer free summer reading challenges that provide incentives such as free meals, movies, books, and more to encourage your kids to read over the summer. Why is this important? Check our blog from June 2023 for more details, but, in summary, children who read over the summer tend to maintain or improve their reading levels and improve their knowledge, emotional intelligence, focus and concentration ..read more

What do you do when you just have to get something done? You have laundry, dishes, and other chores that sometimes just can’t wait. As the old saying goes, dinner’s not gonna cook itself!   So how do you keep your baby or toddler entertained while you complete the task that can’t wait? It seems that more and more lately parents are allowing their kids to be entertained by screens. Before we had iPhones, iPads, and other portable screens, parents might allow children to watch limited amounts of TV. Portable DVDs were helpful on road trips, but screen time was still somewhat limited.   ..read more

Whether it’s date night, girls’ night out, or a doctor’s appointment, sooner or later a new mom will need a sitter to watch her baby. You might have an easy solution if you have family nearby just waiting to babysit your precious baby. But what if you don’t have family available or willing to help out? How do you find a sitter you can trust to keep your child safe? Keep reading for some tips on hiring and setting expectations for a sitter.   Hiring a Sitter To find a trustworthy and reliable sitter, ask friends and family whose opinions you value and trust for their recommendations. If yo ..read more

In our last blog, we talked about why it’s important for kids of all ages to keep reading over summer break. In this blog, we’re going to make that job a little easier for you! We need virtual mentors - click to learn more! Many organizations offer free summer reading challenges that provide incentives such as free meals, movies, books, and more to encourage your kids to keep reading over the summer. We’ve listed some of our favorites below. Check the website for each for age ranges, prizes, requirements, and other details. Drop a line in the comments with any challenges you know of that we ma ..read more

For most women, finding out they are pregnant is a cause for celebration. But imagine you weren’t planning to get pregnant. And maybe you’re alone – because you live away from family or because your family (and maybe even your boyfriend) don’t support your decision to keep your baby. Where do you turn? How will you do this on your own?   The answer is – you don’t have to do it alone. At One by One, it’s always been our goal to walk alongside new moms throughout their pregnancies and at least until their babies turn one. Our mentors love and support our moms without judgment. They provide ..read more

We need virtual mentors - click here to learn more At One by One, our mission is to mentor and educate new moms to parent well. We provide in-person mentoring in Memphis, Dallas/Ft. Worth, San Antonio, and a few smaller communities in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Kansas. But what if you’re not in one of those locations? We launched a virtual mentoring program earlier this year to support moms across the US who don’t have in-person mentoring opportunities or who can’t meet in person due to various hardships, and we’re looking for women to serve as mentors. Does virtual mentoring appeal to you? L ..read more

In part one of our blog on exercise during pregnancy, we talked about the benefits of exercising while pregnant and provided some basic guidelines for you to follow. As we discussed, while the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) says it is generally safe to exercise if you’re healthy and your pregnancy is normal, you should always talk with your doctor to get the official OK and recommendations tailored to your needs.   Once you have your doctor’s ok to workout, where do you begin? Keep reading for a list of good exercise options, exercises you should avoid, precaut ..read more

The holidays are just around the corner! If you’re like so many of us, you’re looking forward to the fun, but your stress level rises every time you add an item to your to-do list. From buying groceries to decorating to planning and attending events, to traveling/hosting family members, to buying presents…. If your blood pressure is rising as you read this list, we have some great tips to help you destress – and dare we say enjoy?! – this holiday season.   1.       Avoid the “overs.” Overeating, overscheduling, overindulging, overspending - can all become ov ..read more