There are few things more precious to a parent than sleep. So, when you are purchasing a crib and mattress for your baby’s nursery, there is no doubt you are thinking about your sleep as much as theirs. Crib mattresses can be a tricky buy. What is the right firmness? Softness? Are there special materials to avoid? With so many …
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As a parent, especially a first time parent, tracking your baby’s developmental milestones can be stressful and frustrating when your baby appears to be behind. We went through a bit of this with our daughter. At 9 months, our daycare performed the ASQ-3 test to test motor skill, communication, and other milestones. Sure enough, she was behind in most areas. As …
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Crib mobiles are an adorable nursery accessory, but are they necessary? In this moms’ opinion, the answer is a resounding, YES! But with so many to choose from, how do you know which is the best crib mobile for your baby?!? I love my crib mobile for my littles. My son had an adorable woodland themed mobile and he used …
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Outdoor and woodland themed nurseries have become very popular in recent years. I’m guilty of jumping on this band wagon! I LOVE how versatile the outdoor themes are. The best part of doing a woodland themed nursery is that it grows with your child. No need to repaint or redo all the decorations in 2 years – you can keep …
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As a seasoned mom, I am about to share with you the single, most important nursery purchase you should consider. The nursery chair. When you shop, shop carefully, because this purchase is for you, Mom (and Dad, too!). You want the best nursing chair you can get! I have spent many, many MANY hours in my nursery chair, so I …
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Are your arms tired? Been there. During the first few months of your baby’s life, it seems like all you do is feed your baby, change your baby, and carry your baby. Each month, your baby seems to be moving on to bigger and better milestones, which may leave you feeling a little anxious about the next big one that …
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Spring has arrived! That means more time outdoors enjoying the warmer weather on sunny days, and more time trying to keep your preschoolers occupied indoors when spring storms hit. Fortunately, there are plenty of spring activities for preschool kids that are fun and totally engaging! Even better, there are tons of spring activities for preschoolers that require little to no planning …
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If you are finding yourself expecting your second child, or (congrats!) you’ve already given birth. You may have found this article because you are in desperate need of some sanity! Fear not friend. As a mom to a rambunctious 2-year-old and a newborn baby, I am here to offer you some understanding, insight, and pro tips for creating the perfect …
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Does your little one love all things bug-related? We’ve found 10 fun and creative bug activities for toddlers that we think will be a big hit at your house, especially as we get into the spring and summer months!
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If you have ever taken a vacation or traveled with a toddler, you know that more often than not, the vacation is for anyone but the parent! One of the primary concerns you’ll find is the sleeping arrangements. Most 2 year-olds aren’t quite old enough to understand invisible boundaries and sleep in a regular bed all night. However, they are …
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