New Mom Must-Haves There’s no doubt about it, a new baby comes with quite a bit of baggage. From a sturdy stroller to a reliable diaper bag, there’s plenty to add to your shopping cart to keep both you and baby happy, healthy, and as well-rested as any new parent can ever hope to be. For Mom… Alf the Label Diaper Bag: Trust us, you’ve never seen a diaper bag … [Read more...] about New Mom Must-Haves
4 things new moms should stop doing in 2018
New motherhood is a rocky transition period, spotted with sleepless nights, physical discomfort, and the confusion that comes with caring for a newborn baby. We’re of the belief that new parents deserve all the support they can find—and none of the negatives that society so often piles up against them (hello, stress and shame, we’re talking to you!). To that end, we’re … [Read more...] about 4 things new moms should stop doing in 2018
Shorter moms have shorter pregnancies
This just in: Your height may play a role in determining when you go into labor. A recent study published in the journal PLOS Medicine linked a mother’s height to her chances for preterm birth. The study, out of the Center for Prevention of Preterm Birth at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, found that the shorter the woman, the shorter her pregnancy may be. Why this matters In … [Read more...] about Shorter moms have shorter pregnancies
Warning: The 2018 flu is extra tough on babies, kids
Buckle up, mamas. This year’s flu strain is particularly scary for babies and children under 5. The Centers for Disease Control is reporting that the H3N2 strain has infected four times as many Americans as were sick with the flu this time last year. At the publication date, 45 states are reporting widespread infectious outbreaks. The CDC also reports that this year’s vaccine … [Read more...] about Warning: The 2018 flu is extra tough on babies, kids
Newborn basics: Find your baby swaddling style
There’s no sight quite as sweet as a newborn baby bundled in a swaddling blanket. This practice of tightly wrapping an infant from the neck down is touted by many as a cure-all for fussiness in babies. Swaddling mimics the warmth and comfort of the womb, offering enough calm to ensure longer sleep times for many little ones. This practice is as old as time, with many … [Read more...] about Newborn basics: Find your baby swaddling style