Just about the time when your baby’s personality blooms, so will the potential for tantrums. But Nanny Stella has the secrets for saving everyone from tears and frustration. Your baby’s ways have just escalated from cute to unbearably annoying. Last week the bowl of cereal ended up on the floor three times in a row, and the cat has just been covered in milk—again. Or you … [Read more...] about Are you ready for baby’s first tantrum?
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5 tips on crib safety for new moms
As a first-time mother, one of the major considerations you'll need to make - especially in the final trimester - is selecting a crib for your little one. While at first glance, this may seem like a purely aesthetic choice, picking out a bed for your baby is about more than finding a design that complements his or her nursery. For help finding a crib that will keep your baby … [Read more...] about 5 tips on crib safety for new moms
The baby mattress: Why it’s your most important purchase
When you’re getting ready for your baby, you’re sure to start thinking of all the nursery gear you’ll need, like a crib, changing table, diaper pail and a rocking chair. The last item you’re going to remember is probably a crib mattress. It’s certainly not the most exciting purchase you’ll make, but it’s one of the most important. Instead of treating it like an afterthought, … [Read more...] about The baby mattress: Why it’s your most important purchase
How do I safely trim my newborn’s nails? Here are 4 steps.
Those itsy bitsy nails grow faster than you realize, especially since newborns tend to scratch their faces a lot. Here’s how to get trim your newborn's nails safely without either of you shedding tears. In the very beginning, you might only need an emery board. Yes, they make baby-sized emery boards! Some newborn’s nails are so soft that a clipper or … [Read more...] about How do I safely trim my newborn’s nails? Here are 4 steps.
How your newborn baby develops in the first week
During your newborn baby’s first week of life, he or she will undergo some incredible changes. Some you may notice as you gaze lovingly into your little one’s eyes. But others may be happening behind the scenes entirely as your baby sleeps, eats, and coos through his or her days. Here are just some of the things you can expect from your new baby during that first week at home: … [Read more...] about How your newborn baby develops in the first week