Parent Savers: Empowering New Parents
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Parent Savers: Empowering New Parents
We provide new parents with practical information to help preserve their sanity. Both moms and dads discuss common parenting concerns for their toddlers. With the help of our experts, parents get the superhero strength they need to tackle the world, and the next dirty diaper.
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Do I Need a Will or Trust to Protect My Child?
As a new parent, you have tons of new responsibilities. There are even legal issues you need to consider to help protect both yourself and your family...
Signs of a Spoiled Child
You love your children. And because we want them to happy, new parents might be tempted to overindulge. But how do you actually know if you're spoilin...
How to Survive Road Trips with Kids
It's time to travel with your kids. So, what do you need to know before you hop in your minivan and head for your destination? What tips and tricks ca...
Baby Steps to Chemical Free Cleaning
When you've got little ones crawling all over your floor and putting EVERYTHING in their mouths, you may be thinking more closely about the products y...
Montessori Learning Environment for Baby
You may have heard about Montessori schools, but this approach goes far beyond the classroom. Today we're learning about the importance of bringing th...
Co-Parenting: When Parents Disagree
Parenting differences are one of the top reasons for divorce in this country. So, what's the best way to handle these types of situations? How do you...
Autism: Prevention, Detection and Medication
It's become one of the most widespread childhood epidemics in recorded history. So, what exactly is autism? How can your pediatrician help with early...
Childhood Obesity: Help Your Child Maintain a Healthy Weight
As parents, how do you know if your child is maintaining a healthy weight? How to do strike the balance eating foods that are nutritious versus foods...
Buying New Versus Used for Your Kids
Parenting can be expensive. Fortunately, there are great options for getting some of that money back by buying and selling used items. What items are...
Distant Families: Ways to Stay in Touch
We love our children and we want to spend as much time with them as possible. But, the reality is many kids are forced to be separated from their pare...
Get Your Body Back (After Baby)
Becoming a mother means giving everything to your baby- including your body. And while caring for your little one is top priority, so is your personal...
Keeping Babies Safe: Portable Cribs and Play Yards
Your baby's sleeping environment is extremely important. Taking necessary precautions to ensure their safety could literally mean the difference betwe...
A Dad's Guide to Baby's First Year
Many first-time dads are rightfully nervous about how life will change with fatherhood. How will your relationship with your spouse evolve? What's nee...
Sunscreen Safety for Kids
Summertime leads to lots of fun outdoors in the hot, summer sun. How do we protect the delicate skin of our little ones? How old does your child have...
Autism: Testing, Therapies and Services
Autism is a developmental disorder impacting the brain's normal development. What are the early signs of autism? What does it mean if your child is di...
Overcoming Isolation with a New Baby
A new baby changes everything. Your "crazy night on the town" now means you've got the kids in tow. How do you break away from the isolation and lonel...
Chores for Your Toddler
Parents with little kids could always use an extra hand. So, why not put your toddlers to work? What kind of activities can you do with your little he...
Postpartum Depression: A Guide for New Moms
You recently had a baby. Time has passed, but life with your little one isn't the joyous life experience you expected. Are you struggling with postpar...
Making Baths Fun and Safe for Kids
Bath time can be fun, but it can also be a scary place if you aren't taking precautions to help protect your child. Today, we'll explore some tips to...
The Dirty on Diapers
For most parents, diapers are a necessity. We changed between 6-8 diapers every day for every child, which is quite an investment. So, what are your o...
Spice Up Your Marriage After Kids
Rarely do new parents have much time for the sexy lingerie and whispers of sweet nothings from their partners. While it's normal to more tired after h...
Money Mistakes New Parents Make
As their family grows, new parents watch as their wallets get thinner and thinner. But is all this additional spending really necessary? How should pa...
SIDS: Reducing Your Baby's Risk
SIDS, sudden infant death syndrome, is the leading cause of death among infants, yet there doesn't seem to be a full-proof way to prevent it. What do...
Debunking "Only Child" Myths
The number of families having only one child has doubled since the baby boomer generation. So, why are more and more families planning to have only on...
Baby Skin Conditions: Common Skin Irritations
Your baby's skin is a unique and essential shield that offers protection from the outside world. As such, it's virtually inevitable that your child wi...
Feeding Your Child: Healthy Eating Strategies
Parents are constantly busy and the temptation to sacrifice healthy meals for quick, on-the-go meals is extremely high. Plus, they aren't always getti...
Baby Sign Language: Communication with your Infant
Babies love to communicate, but talking isn't always an option. That's how signing with your baby can help! What is the best time to start teaching yo...
Top 5 Potty-Training Mistakes
Potty-training your child is a big step and a major time commitment for many families. And sometimes, no matter how hard you try, your efforts just do...
Feeding Your Child: Starting Baby on Solids
As your baby grows older, you'll want to start him on solids. How do you know when it's time to make the transition? What's happening with their littl...
Child Car Seat Safety Tips
Car seats can literally save your baby's life- it's also required by law in the United States. Unfortunately, only 2% of parents know how to properly...
How to Get Your Toddler Excited About Reading
As new parents, we’re told that we need to read to our kids. But what happens if you’re child doesn’t seem interested? What can you do to make reading...
Can Colic Be Cured?
Baby's discomfort from colic gas or reflux can be devastating for the entire family. After all, no one wants to watch as their newborn suffers from tu...
Attachment Parenting: The Basics
Parents everywhere seek an emotional bond with their babies. For some, that bond is created through responsive parenting and physical contact, also kn...
Preparing for Another Baby
Another baby is on the way. How do you and your other children prepare for this emotionally? How involved should kids be in the planning and prep for...
How Young Children Impact Our Marriages
For most couples, marital satisfaction plummets after couples bring home a baby. Sleepless nights and fights over whose turn it is to change diapers c...
Electronic Games, Toys and Tablets: Do They Work?
Like it or not, technology is part of our everyday lives, which means our kids are exposed to it too. Is this really a bad thing? If done in moderatio...
Baby Sleep Solutions: 6-12 Months
If your baby is sleeping through the night at six months old, consider yourself very lucky. Most parents at this age are still trying to reduce the nu...
Essential Oils for Babies and Infants
Did you know you can heal bug bites with tea tree, or cure cuts with lavender? Today we'll explore the various ways essential oils can help parents in...
Baby Proofing Your Home
Your baby is now a toddler and suddenly nothing in your home is sacred. No shelf, cabinet or drawer is unexplored. So, how do you keep your kid safe a...
Babysitting: Child Care and Costs
Every parent needs a break, and babysitters can be a great benefit to you and your family. But how do you find the best sitter possible? How much do t...