10 Top Rated and Up-to-Date Parenting Audiobooks, Handpicked By a Librarian There are a LOT of parenting books on the market, and just as much conflicting advice. Who has time to read them all? No one–especially parents with a newborn at home. So, instead of reading every single parenting book on newborns in existence and…
10 Affordable and Engaging Baby Books on Amazon, Handpicked by a Librarian It’s never too early to start reading to your baby. However, it can be a little tricky to get babies only a few months old to show interest in a book. Books for infants 0-6 months have to be very engaging. This is…
How to treat frequent diaper rash and prevent it from coming back Is your baby constantly getting diaper rash? Does is seem like that rash just keeps coming back once you’ve finally managed to get rid of it? Trust me, you are not alone. Many babies have sensitive skin and suffer from frequent diaper rash….
Night feedings are one of the hardest parts of having a newborn. There is no tired that is quite like the tired a mom feels during those first few months during night feeds. Am I right? Not only are you dead tired, but you’re also experiencing a wild spectrum of emotions: joy, anxiety, depression, uncertainty,…
Audiobooks are one of the best ways to pass those nighttime feeds with your newborn. They are hands-free entertainment and can offer some background noise to both keep you awake and to soothe baby. For more on the benefits, check out this article. In these early days (and nights), you’re experiencing a wild variety of…
In general, the difference between a barrier cream and a skin protectant is skin protectants are clear and petroleum-based and protect against chafing, while barrier creams are opaque and contain zinc, which acts as a strong barrier between skin and moisture. For new moms, the huge selection of diaper rash creams on the market can…
The 11 most important things you should have before baby gets sick Having a sick baby is one of the most stressful things a new mom experiences. Having the right products on hand ahead of time prevents those last-minute panic trips to the pharmacy. Stock up on these 11 important things now, and you’ll thank…
