How I found the bright side of all the parental boundary-crossing—but please don’t tell my wife’s grandma. Within minutes of finding out that my wife was pregnant—and after experiencing the pure joy of that moment with her—we were faced with the decision of when to share this great news with others. Little did I know that soon after we mentioned the pregnancy to … [Read more...] about Had Enough Baby Advice?
Rock On! Our look at the latest bouncy seats for babies
A couple of über-hip moms give their picks for bouncy seats that shake, rattle and... lull. Bouncy seat picks Consider this the Elvis of baby chairs. The innovative side-to-side sway keeps your baby movin’ and swayin’ just like The King. With five unique motions, Junior will feel just like he’s in your arms when it’s time for “a little less conversation.” (4moms mamaRoo in … [Read more...] about Rock On! Our look at the latest bouncy seats for babies
5 gal pals every new mom should have
In the months prior to the birth of my first child, as I was busy choosing curtains, creating a registry, stressing about work, and planning for the major life change to come, it became clear that some friends were going to stick around—and some were going to fly the coop. Almost every pregnant woman can attest to having lost some friends during the time between announcing … [Read more...] about 5 gal pals every new mom should have
Baby’s First Classroom
Can you make your child smarter before she’s born? Here’s what the experts are saying about the latest trends in prenatal education By Brooke Lea Foster When Elizabeth Lam was three months pregnant, she visited her local Babies“R”Us. The kindergarten teacher and first-time mom wasn’t shopping for high chairs—she was looking for ways to stimulate the mind of her unborn child. … [Read more...] about Baby’s First Classroom
Day 1-Catch the Spirit (Like a Bad Cold)
People often tell me to dress the part I want to play—in other words, if I feel unmotivated, throw on a dress I like and somehow, magically, I will feel better. This often works. I have decided to take the same approach to the holidays this season. I am going to bake, decorate and spread cheer until my ears ring with jingle bells. Phase one of my plan was to decorate a … [Read more...] about Day 1-Catch the Spirit (Like a Bad Cold)