Newborn

Baby’s First Winter: Capturing Magical Holiday MOMents

Baby's first winter

Hey, mama! We checked the temperature outside, and it looks like your little one's first winter is here! Now it's time to capture all those precious seasonal moments that you'll treasure forever. From tiny mittened hands to that look of wonder on their precious face after a delightfully cool gust of cold winter air, your baby's introduction to the snowy season brings countless opportunities for beautiful photographs and lasting memories. Whether you're a dedicated scrapbooker or simply want to document these fleeting days on your phone, we've packed this blog full of creative ideas to make your baby's first winter absolutely magical!

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New Year’s Resolutions for New Moms: Setting Realistic Goals

Mom with newborn

Hey, mama! As the new year approaches, you might be feeling that familiar pressure to make big resolutions and dramatic changes. But here's the thing: You're already doing something incredible every single day—nurturing and caring for your little one. As a new mom, you're experiencing new challenges and might feel overwhelmed as it is! Around this time of year, moms can find themselves pulled in many directions or even feeling guilty when comparing themselves to other moms (on social media in particular). That's why this year, we're taking a different approach to New Year's resolutions, one that celebrates your journey through motherhood while gently supporting your desires for personal growth.

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Holiday Breastfeeding: Tips for Managing Family Gatherings

Mom breastfeeding baby

The holiday season brings joy, family togetherness, and cherished traditions. But for breastfeeding moms, it can also bring unique challenges. From coordinating feeds around festive meals to finding private spaces for nursing or pumping, maintaining your breastfeeding routine during family celebrations requires some extra planning and self-advocacy, even when surrounded by the most supportive family members.

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Making It Through the Holidays Postpartum

Holiday survival guide for new moms

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and family togetherness. But for new moms navigating the postpartum period, the added pressure of the festive season can be overwhelming. Balancing the demands of a newborn with the expectations of holiday traditions requires careful planning, clear communication, and a strong support system.

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Everything You Need to Know About Nipple Cream

nipple cream

We understand the importance of nipple care during your breastfeeding journey. That's why we've put together this comprehensive guide to help you navigate the world of nipple creams. Let's dive in and discover how to keep your delicate skin happy and healthy!

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Breastfeeding for Premature Babies

mom breastfeeding baby

This blog will help new parents understand some of the typical challenges involved in breastfeeding a preemie who decided to arrive early!  

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The Ultimate Guide to Cluster Feeding

Mom breastfeeding baby

 ​​In this comprehensive guide, we will explore what cluster feeding is, why your baby does it, how to manage it, and much more.

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Are You Falling For These Infant Sleep Myths?

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As a new parent you may have received sleep advice from lots of well-meaning friends and family, and you’ve probably even done some late-night Google searching on the topic. It can be hard to sift through all the recommendations made by fellow parents, social media influencers, and family members. We’ve got you covered with a look at common infant sleep myths and their corresponding, research-backed facts.

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Holidays with Newborns

mom holding baby with christmas tree in background

Having a new baby is a huge life transition. The holiday season can add a lot of additional stress while you are busy taking care of your newborn. This is because what’s best for mother-newborn dyads (to rest, stay home, focus on breastfeeding, not have too many interruptions with visitors, etc.) is the opposite of our societal expectations of what parents of new babies should do during that time of year (traveling, family traditions, bringing babies to large holiday gatherings, entertaining guests, meeting family members, etc.) 

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A Parent’s Guide to the NICU

A NICU is a neonatal intensive care unit, which is a hospital unit for sick newborns. Babies who are admitted to NICUs include those who are born prematurely (before 37 weeks’ gestation), have surgical conditions, birth defects, genetic syndromes, metabolic problems, and/or any other unexpected complications that arise during the newborn period, such as sepsis (infection), hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), or severe hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice). Learn about the different levels of the NICU, the professionals who take care of the patients and their families, and how the babies are cared for in this helpful guide for parents.

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