Yesterday when I was cleaning up my little girl’s play area (while she ‘helped’ by dumping out MORE toys!) I realized that she has quite the book collection. So many that I can’t shove them into her toy box anymore. Is it time for a real bookshelf at your house too? Here are some great … [Read more...]
Warning: Internet Scammers Preying on Mothers
June 15, 2009 By 2 Comments
Meet Beccah Beushausen, a 26-year-old social services worker from the Chicago area. In March, she started a blog following her personal tragedy: Becca or “B” as she called herself, was pregnant with a terminally ill infant. Calling herself a “Christian” she posted bible quotes and … [Read more...]
Six Adorable and Affordable Play Kitchens
June 12, 2009 By 2 Comments
My daughter is almost 2, and she loves to pretend to cook like Mommy and Daddy. Up until now we’ve been letting her clank around in the pots and pans we use, but recently we’ve decided to buy her a play kitchen. I remember how much fun I had with my play kitchen when I was little. First, I … [Read more...]
Pampering Yourself During Pregnancy: Prenatal Massage
June 11, 2009 By 2 Comments
Pregnant mothers experience varied physical changes, some of them difficult. Weight gain and fluctuating hormones can bring emotional distress. Pregnancy is beautiful, but it’s not easy or comfortable. Pregnancy or prenatal massage is a great way to pamper yourself and relieve the aches and … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Tips
June 9, 2009 By 4 Comments
You’ve just had your baby. Here comes the nurse to help you with the first breastfeeding experience! She gently carries the baby to you and then…mashes the screaming wiggler against your breast. Eek! This is not how you pictured breastfeeding! The truth is—it’s hard. Really hard. … [Read more...]
BPA and Baby Bottles
June 8, 2009 By 1 Comment
If you’ve had a baby in the last few years, you’ve probably heard about concerns over Bisphenol A. Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical building block that is used primarily to make polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins. Most of the food and beverage cans available today are coated with BPA and most … [Read more...]
Cute and Affordable Maternity Swimwear Options
June 5, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Maternity swimwear has greatly improved over the years. Maternity swimsuits used to look like giant tents or trash bags. Not anymore! Choosing a swimsuit to wear during your pregnancy can be fun! You can't hide the bump, so you may as well show it off! When deciding on a swimsuit you want … [Read more...]
Five Fun and Functional Toddler Beds
June 3, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Are you ready to put away the baby crib? Have a second baby coming and need to evict your older child from their crib? Deborah Lin-Dyken, pediatric sleep disorders expert says: "There's no set time when you have to replace your child's crib with a regular or toddler bed, although most children … [Read more...]
