I’m always hearing about moms-to-be who are very concerned that they might, to put it delicately, “go number two” while they’re giving birth. And many new dads’ biggest fear is that they might pass out while cutting the umbilical cord. Well, I’m here to tell you that’s just the beginning of the gross stuff you’ll do as a parent. And guess what else? After a while, it won’t even bother you!...
Is it just us or does it seem like celebs are always trying to out-crazy each other when it comes to naming their babies? Let’s face it, these days it’s weird if they _don’t _name their kid something nutty. Which is why rounding up the top 10 most bizarre celeb baby names of all time was no easy task. But, hey, somehow we managed. So here they are — the top contenders for worst celeb baby names ever....
Popular baby TV shows? Dealing with thrush? Postbaby body fixers? See all newborn Q&As Handy baby Baby’s motor skills are rapidly developing. If a toy is within her reach, she’ll rake it toward her, even if she can’t actually grab it yet. She might also experiment by moving toys between her hands — for baby, transferring objects from one hand to the other is like performing a magic trick. To-do:...
And the Winner Is: Baby Brezza Glass One-Step Baby Food Maker Of course, you want to make your enthusiastic eater a plethora of nutrient-packed homemade blends. But steaming, mashing, blending and pouring purees sounds like a whole other level of commitment. Fortunately, the Baby Brezza Glass One-Step Baby Food Maker simplifies and streamlines the meal-making process, automatically steaming and blending food in one step with one button push. Just add your desired pre-cut ingredients, and you’ll get up to four cups of fresh, ready-to-serve baby food in mere minutes....
And the Winner Is: Belabumbum Sure, you could sleep in XXL T-shirts and men’s boxers for the foreseeable future. Or you could treat yourself to some truly delicious Belabumbum maternity jammies. Their super-soft nightshirts, adorable two-piece sets, beyond-cozy henley jumpsuits and dainty chemises are all designed to accommodate your growing bump, keep you feeling comfy and make sure you look cute as can be during the next 9+ months. Better yet, the abundant PJ options are all postpartum- and nursing-friendly—so you’ll wear them to bed (or while “bumming” around the house) long after your new addition has arrived....
Creating a cute, calming baby space doesn’t mean you’ve got to pick pastels or go traditional. These daring baby room ideas don’t skimp on function or fashion. Modern Mobiles Nontraditional takes on this nursery staple have been showing up on all our favorite Pinterest boards – and we love the fresh take on an old classic! Plus, just how out-of-this-world is this globe-inspired mobile? It was completely DIYed and a totally fun redefinition of the traditional baby mobile....
What is dehydration like for a baby? Dehydration occurs when baby isn’t taking in enough fluids to equal what’s going out. The human body is almost 75 percent liquid, so a lack of fluids can cause major problems in how it functions. What are the symptoms of dehydration in babies? One sign of dehydration is a decrease in the number of wet diapers. If your child normally pees three or four times a day and has only peed once by bedtime, he may be dehydrated....
Talk about a pain in the butt. Unfortunately, hemorrhoids during pregnancy are quite common, especially in the third trimester. Your body undergoes a lot of changes when you’re expecting, and swelling veins in the derriere happens to be one of them. But there are steps you can take to prevent this uncomfortable condition, as well as ways to ease your symptoms. Read on for relief. In this article: What are hemorrhoids during pregnancy?...
These are difficult times. And that’s probably understating it. What most of us thought would be a temporary halt of everyday life followed by a swift return to normal is Still. Going. On. We can’t possibly normalize this pandemic—we’re remote learning, working from home, navigating big and small calamities on the daily all while having to keep a safe six feet of distance from our village. It’s not easy. But chances are, you’ve been trained from childhood toward achievement and goal-setting....
New research published in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine’s journal Fertility and Sterility has shed some inspiring light on egg-freezing success rates. The study, headed p by Kutluk Oktay, M.D., who specializes in preserving the fertility of female cancer patients, conducted a meta-analysis of ooctye cryopreservation cycles with individualized patient data to report the probability of live-birth from IVF cycles. Most recently, egg freezing has become a common technique that enables women to preserve their fertility for medical or elective reasons....
Think the holidays are all about basking in the company of beloved family and friends? Think again. Every year, when December 23rd rolls around, people across the country gather to celebrate the infamous Seinfeld-inspired holiday of Festivus and commence the annual Airing of Grievances. It’s a sacred moment to bellyache about all the ways in which our kids, friends, family and yes, even strangers and super-annoying products, have made our parenting lives even harder....
When it comes to children’s fashion, little girls are usually frustratingly limited to the pink-’n-fluffy look — and moms Rebecca Melsky and Eva St. Clair are taking a stand. “We’re a different kind of girly,” they explain on their Kickstarter page for Princess Awesome, a girls’ clothing line that offers a variety of colors, prints and styles. “We believe that if a girl likes purple and also likes trucks, she should be able to wear a purple truck dress....
We like that question! Here are some tips to get you started… [ ] Make your own baby food. (Wash your fruits and veggies, steam or boil, throw ’em in the blender, hit puree, strain, and serve!) Not your scene? Try organic store-bought versions. You’ll find a ton of options from Gerber and Earth’s Beston the shelves, or hit the freezer section for a frozen baby meal from Plum Organicsor the Brooklyn-based Happy Baby....
A baby-naming ceremony is any organized event where you celebrate baby’s birth with family and friends. Not only do you get the opportunity to announce the name you chose, but you can also explain its significance (if there is one). If baby was named after a loved one, a naming ceremony is a nice chance to reflect back on that person’s life, as well as be excited about your new addition’s future....
When you have a baby, you’re never going to be as well-rested as you were at pretty much any other time in your life. While most parents are okay with that for a while, there comes a point where you’re ready for some solid sleep already. Unfortunately, many babies are just fine with waking up during the night until you teach them otherwise. That’s why many parents turn to the Ferber method, a form of sleep training that encourages babies to sleep through the night....
I have three kids, all twenty-two months apart. For the past ten years, I’ve begged my husband almost every night for a little break so I could enjoy just a few wee seconds of silence. There were stacks of diapers, mounds of dirty clothes and a sea of dirty dishes that seemed like it would never end. Until now. Last month, my youngest son Tyler, started Kindergarten. I was so excited in anticipation of him getting to meet new friends at school, and get a chance for him to have another role model in his life....
All good things must come to an end, and breastfeeding is no exception. But your body’s incredible ability to make milk doesn’t shut down in an instant. Weaning is a process that happens best over the course of several weeks. Of course, if you need to stop breastfeeding immediately, there are ways to reduce possible issues, such as engorgement. Either way, an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) can be as helpful at the end of your breastfeeding experience as they are at the beginning....
“I don’t understand the debate over paid maternity leave,” a mom friend remarked to me recently. “What’s the controversy?” It’s understandable why she’s confused. Born and raised in France, she enjoyed 16 weeks of paid leave after the births of both her children. That’s an unimaginable luxury to most parents in the US. Our country is one of only two in the world that doesn’t have a federal policy guaranteeing paid parental leave after giving birth or adopting a child....
Pregnancy has so many different symptoms. Though I didn’t look forward to the nausea, swollen feet and ankles and heartburn, there were some symptoms I (surprisingly!) loved. Thicker nails and hair My nails and hair couldn’t have been any thicker, shinier and healthier when I was expecting! I felt like I was a walking Pantene ad while rocking a baby bump. The fact that my hair and nails never failed me during my entire pregnancy (and even throughout my nursing stage once my son had arrived) was a bonus!...
Sex during pregnancy can feel very different from sex pre-pregnancy—and you may find yourself dealing with some unexpected changes. After all, your body undergoes a significant transformation to grow and carry a baby, and that can prompt new sensations—both physical and emotional—that may call for some adjustments to your normal routine in the bedroom. But it doesn’t need to put a damper on your sex life! In fact, this may be a great way to prepare for the unexpected surprises you’ll face after baby arrives....
