Angel’s kisses, stork bites, strawberries, port wine or café au lait… they are known by a number of nicknames, but they all describe the birthmarks that affect more than 10% of babies born. What are the different kinds, and what… read more
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Ready, Set, Grow: Why Your Feet May Grow During Pregnancy
When you get pregnant, you definitely expect to grow in all sorts of places like your tummy, hips, breasts etc. But many women may not an increase in size in an unexpected place — your feet! Pregnancy can actually cause… read more
Are Pacifiers Good For Babies?
Pacis, loveys, binkeys, babas—they are known by many names (known as “wubby” among my kids), but all refer to the infamous pacifier. The pacifier is an instrument that allows your baby to self-soothe by sucking. According to the National Institute… read more
How Mobile Devices Affect Movement Milestones
Your child’s movement milestones are building blocks to his success — one can’t work without the other. These milestones that your 4 or 5-year-old should hit are extremely important for their development, both physically and mentally. The Affect of Mobile… read more
When Can Supervised Bathing Go Down the Drain?
Bathing is a self-care skill that all children need to learn. It is not as simple as telling them to wash behind their ears and calling it a day, as water safety is a big issue. How do we teach… read more
What to Do if Your Child Goes Missing
Your child’s safety is always a top priority, so losing a child can be an extremely scary and overwhelming experience, especially because it is not uncommon for a child to go missing. According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement,… read more
How to a Make Quiet Time Kit for Your Toddler
Ask any toddler mom how she feels about quiet time, and you’ll likely get similar reactions: a mix of sighs, “I wish,” and “Wouldn’t that be nice.” Toddlers are naturally curious and active, often leaving parents tired and wishing for… read more
Navigating the Regulations Behind Baby Names
Choosing the perfect name for your bundle of joy is one of the most exciting parts of parenthood. However, did you know that in some parts of the world, including the United States, certain names are actually illegal? While some… read more
Is My Child Sleeping Enough?
Whether you are an infant, adult or senior, sleep is an essential part of living. Sleeping allows a person’s body to recuperate from the stress and exhaustion of the prior day. A good way of viewing sleep is like a… read more
How to Cope With Your Preschooler’s Tantrums
As parents, we’ve all dealt with temper tantrums in our children. Often, they begin as early as 2 years old with nonstop crying and sometimes last until the tween and teen years in their own hormonal ways. However, between the… read more
