By Elayza Gonzalez Say goodbye to the green tones of 2017 and hello to the new Pantone Color of the Year, Ultra Violet! Each year, the Pantone Color Institute identifies the Color of the Year to provide inspiration, influence and… read more
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What is Babywearing? Everything you need to know
By Elayza Gonzalez Babywearing is the practice of wearing a baby carrier to keep babies close and connected to parents. Babywearing has a number benefits, including giving caregivers the ability to multitask and take on other daily tasks and… read more
Oh Baby! 15 Must-Haves for Mom & Baby
By Colleen McTiernan & Nicole Irving | Photos Courtesy of Manufacturer Whether you are welcoming your first or fourth baby, the fact remains that infants require a lot of stuff. You know that you need diapers, a stroller, a car… read more
Tips for Globetrotting with your Tot
By Danielle Spano Traveling internationally requires more planning than a domestic trip. Between passports and packing, there is a lot to prepare for. Adding a baby to the equation of course makes the trip more fun, but also more complicated… read more
Congratulations to our National Merit Finalists!
Photos Courtesy of Oak Hall School, P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School and Alachua County Public Schools, respectively This year, 34 local students earned the prestigious distinction of becoming finalists in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship program. Of the over 1.6… read more
A Day in the Life of Jeanna Mastrodicasa
Jeanna Mastrodicasa is the associate vice president of operations at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. She and her husband, Clay Sweger, have 8-year-old twin girls, Scarlett and Savannah. 5:30 a.m. The alarm goes off and… read more
Just a Light Shower: Hosting a Baby Sprinkle
Up until the last few years, baby showers were reserved just for celebrating your first pregnancy. The rules of etiquette only allowed a second shower if you were having your second child right on the heels of your first, requiring… read more
Our Dancing Family: The Ponomareva/Kuznietsov Family
Family Photo by Water Bear Photography | Beach Photos by Johnston Photography Dance is just a part of life for Julia Ponomareva, Alexsey Kuznietsov and their daughter, Karolina. As principal dancers for Dance Alive National Ballet in Gainesville, Julia and… read more
Insufficient Funds: Solutions for insufficient breast milk supply
By Colleen McTiernan and Lizzie Vasquez Breast-feeding is an important element of healthy development in newborns. Not only is it a great connection for mothers to make with their babies, but breast-feeding also provides newborns with essential nutrients that promote… read more
Finding Your Fit: Which Book Style Best Suits You?
By Meredith Sheldon E-books, Nooks and Kindles let you access books at the swipe of your fingers. With the advancement of technology, books are leaving the shelves and are shifting digital. Whether you are a traditional paperback junkie or a… read more
