If you are a breastfeeding mama who has had recurrent plugged ducts, you know the struggle. What starts as a fairly small tender spot on your breast can quickly become a painful hard lump. If a clog does not clear up on its own or … The post How I Use Sunflower Lecithin to Clear Plugged Milk Ducts appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

Once you have had the experience of making giant bubbles, you will want to do it again and again and again! The little bit of prep work to make your own homemade bubble solution and your DIY bubble wand really is 100% worth it!  While … The post Easy Homemade Bubble Recipe with Glycerin for Giant Bubbles! appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

During cold and flu season, busy breastfeeding moms may be asking, can you take Emergen C while breastfeeding? Anything that can potentially give a tired mom a leg up sounds like a pretty good idea, right? A review of the available information and scientific literature … The post Can You Take Emergen-C While Breastfeeding? Dosage Safety appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

These healthy toddler muffins with no added sugar are a big hit in our house! They are full of wholesome ingredients like carrots, oats, unsweetened applesauce, and almond butter.  Additionally, you can easily make these muffins gluten-free or vegan with a couple of tiny tweaks!  … The post Healthy Carrot Muffins for Toddlers with No Added Sugar appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

Summary of Findings on The Best Non-Dairy Milk for Toddlers US scientific agencies (CDC, FDA) and professional associations (APA, AHA) recommend unsweetened fortified soy milk as the best substitute for cow’s milk for young children. 1-2 years of age is an important period of growth … The post How to Choose the Best Non-Dairy Milk for Toddlers appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

There are so many great activities for toddlers to explore in and around Portland, OR. I’ve included some of our favorite picks here! Toddler Friendly Parks Laurelhurst Park Laurelhlurst Park is located in southeast Portland. It is an amazing park for the whole family. Laurelhurst … The post Fun Toddler Activities in Portland OR: Insider Scoop (2024) appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

Topics: Breastfeeding a 1-Year-Old: How Often? Factors Influencing Breastfeeding Frequency My 1-Year-Old’s Breastfeeding Schedule Young Toddlers’ Nutritional Needs How Much Does a 1-Year-Old Drink in a Single Breastfeeding Session? How Long is a Full-Feed Nursing Session?  Responding to a Child’s Breastfeeding Cues How Do I … The post Breastfeeding at 1-Year-Old: How Often Should I Be Nursing? appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

✓ Family Beach Trip Packing Checklist As we are headed into the sunshine season, let’s get ready for some sandy fun-filled days at the beach! Taking a family vacation or even just a day trip to the beach can be hard work and requires some … The post Best Family Beach Packing List: Baby, Toddler, Kid Edition! appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

An overstimulated mom is tired, stressed, and overwhelmed. Her nervous system has been bombarded with sensory information in the form of shrieking rambunctious children, crying babies, and the countless demands of motherhood.  She may experience strong feelings of anger and irritability, and feel like she … The post Overstimulated Mom Symptoms and 20 Soothing Ways to Cope appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more

Stay at Home Mom Burnout Signs 10 Ways to Recover from Burnout If you are dealing with stay-at-home mom burnout, you are not alone. Raising children full time is hard work and can get the best of anyone.  While all mamas have the occasional hard … The post Stay at Home Mom Burnout Signs and 10 Ways to Recover appeared first on Shiny New Parent ..read more