Category: Post Pregnancy

Parenting is a wonderful, life-changing experience. But it’s also a costly one. If you are not a first-time parent, you probably know what we are talking about. Yet, if this is your first child, these new expenses may come as a huge shock. Some estimates show that you tend to spend between 8,000 to 13,000 […]

The first 4 to 6 weeks of breastfeeding are crucial for breastfeeding success. Of course, breastfeeding can be stressful, especially if you are a first-time mom. You may be wondering whether you are producing enough breast milk to keep your baby happy and healthy. One of the most common reasons is the fear of insufficient […]

If you’re pregnant with your first baby, you may be surprised at how much time you spend shopping. The baby shopping list for first-time moms is a mile long: cribs, car seats, loveys, onesies, and packs and packs of diapers. Then there’s the pregnancy shopping list! Stretch mark creams, nursing bras, books on babies, books […]

Expecting? You may be bracing yourself for 2 AM wake-up calls, unexpected diaper changes, multiple feedings, and bouts of fussiness. Your friends and family say to prepare yourself for kissing a good night’s sleep goodbye. But, this doesn’t have to be the case. Ge through the newborn days alert and fresh while catching some extra […]

Do your breasts feel heavy, hard, and sensitive like they are about to burst? Well, this is known as breast engorgement. Many mothers develop engorged breasts in the first weeks after giving birth. Not only is breast engorgement painful, but it can also lead to other breastfeeding issues if it isn’t properly treated. Being able to […]

Confinement. Lying-in. La cuarentena. Zuò yuè zi. Many countries around the world treat the postpartum period as a special time of transition. Family members surround the new mother and take care of household chores. They give her time and space to focus on her baby and self-care. For example, in China, zuò yuè zi (sitting the […]

Insomnia is a very common sleep disorder that affects between 10% and 30% of adults. It causes difficulty to fall asleep or stay asleep. It can also make you wake up too early and not be able to get back to sleep. As a result, you wake up feeling exhausted, moody, and unfocused. If these […]

You love your parents and are grateful for having them in your and your family’s lives. But when the grandparents start letting your kid have ice cream for breakfast, lecturing you on your parenting skills, or not showing up enough, some difficult conversations must be had. Of course, nobody likes “having difficult” conversations, especially when […]

You don’t have to be a master chef to prepare delicious and nutritious baby meals. Homemade recipes are exciting and include those vitamins and nutrients most commercial baby foods lack. These 10 recipes are inexpensive, nutritious, and fairly easy to make. Before starting, it’s important to clear a few doubts. For example, how long should […]

Having a newborn baby can be difficult for the whole family when it comes to getting some sleep. Perhaps your baby won’t stop crying, sleeps at the wrong time, or falls asleep but won’t stay asleep. Sounds familiar? Luckily there are several methods you can try to help your baby fall asleep and stay asleep. One of […]