What to Look for in a Men’s Diaper Bag When it comes to a diaper bag for dad, comfort is key. With this in mind, look for large diaper bags that have been specifically designed for the male physique or have adjustable straps. A convertible diaper bag is also a great option, as it can be worn multiple ways or clipped onto a stroller when you need to go hands-free....
And the Winner Is: Veer Cruiser Have kids, will travel. Go anywhere and everywhere in this all-terrain wagon that’s made for adventure. From the park to the beach, you can take this baby on the road (and off) with littles in tow. Push it like a stroller or pull it like a wagon—with the Veer cruiser, you get two for one! The two seats—complete with three point harnesses—hold up to 55 pounds each, and adapters accommodate most infant car seats, so you can use it from day one on....
Pros • It’s a cinch to fold up and store in a closet • Compact, making it a great travel option • Sleek, modern design Cons • At 24 pounds, it’s a bit cumbersome to carry • You have to purchase the pricey mattress sheets separately • No added bells and whistles (like music, mobile, toys and so on) Bottom Line 4moms products always feel a little magical because they’re innovative and efficient—and the Breeze is no different....
A tightening sensation that spreads across your abdomen can be a shocker—is it a cramp? Or a contraction? Read on to learn what can cause abdominal tightening during pregnancy, what you can do about it and when to call the doctor. Why Does My Stomach Tighten Up During Pregnancy? Early in your pregnancy, that abdominal tightening might be your ligaments stretching. “As the uterus grows, it’s pushing out on your abdominal musculature,” says Robert O....
If there’s one universal parenting truth, it’s that you’re going to be talking about baby poop a lot. (Cue questions: How often should a newborn poop? How can you help baby poop? What does green baby poop mean? What exactly should normal baby poop look like?) And while it may not be a typical topic of conversation for the dinner table, it’s something you’ll find yourself thinking about all the time....
Being a baby shower guest sounds like easy business, right? Simply RSVP on time, pick a gift from the registry, wear something nice, play the Purse Game, eat some cake and your guest duties are done. Not so fast. There’s still the matter of baby shower wishes. What to write in a baby shower card seems easy enough, but when it’s time to put pen to paper, you may find you don’t know the right baby shower messages to include....
Believe it or not, there are rules in place that restrict what names can be given, and it all depends on where you live. Alabama In Alabama, you can name baby anything you want — last name included. (Some states require baby’s last name be the same as the mother or father, but not Alabama.) Only the English alphabet is allowed. While apostrophes and hyphens are okay, numbers and symbols aren’t....
Looking for some fun ways to break the baby news to your family? There are plenty of creative options out there. We put this one to our users—here’s what they came up with: Proud Grandma “I have an older sister who already has a son. At an extended family gathering my mom said, ‘Well, I’m going to be a grandma again!’ Everyone (aunts, uncles, cousins) turned to my sister and yelled out her name....
Giving birth at 33.5 weeks was pretty surreal. For weeks, I’d been saying that the baby was coming early; I just felt that my body was being pushed to the max. Between my inflamed joints, tilted sacrum and pelvic symphysis dysfunction, I was in constant pain. I even had to take maternity leave early, and started getting weekly massages and chiropractic adjustments. So when I went into labor on September 17—six weeks early—I was ready to be done with pregnancy....
The changing table is a difficult situation for many mothers — you’re trying to keep baby safe, but he keeps wiggling away. At five months, baby can’t understand the concept of safety… or even a dirty diaper! Most likely, baby was happily playing somewhere when he was scooped up for the diaper change, which understandably led him to be startled and upset. At this age, it helps to explain to him what you are doing before you change the diaper in order to introduce the transition, even though he may not fully comprehend what you are saying until many months later....
Kimberly Cossar, OTR: Children need interaction, whether it’s with other kids or with adults. If they are able to play with other babies, they can get a good deal of stimulation there — but other children aren’t always around, and it becomes necessary for a parent to step into that role. And even when playmates are around, they are going to need an adult to direct their play. It is crucial for adults to play and interact with kids of all ages, and it is a major responsibility of adults to foster children’s play in order to enhance their development....
There aren’t a ton of studies investigating the effects of marijuana on breastfeeding babies, but we do know that THC (the part of weed that makes you high) does pass through your milk to baby. It is metabolized much more slowly than alcohol, with a half-life (the time it takes your body to get rid of half of the amount in your system) of 20 to 36 hours. In one study, results suggested that THC in breast milk during baby’s first month could lead to decreased motor development at one year, but there aren’t really any studies showing more long-term effects....
Aches and pains are (hate to say it) a part of every pregnancy, and they can certainly get worse as it wears on. Baby is growing like a weed (watermelon?) now, and taking up just about every bit of available room in your abdomen. That giant uterus shifts your center of gravity and stretches out and weakens your abdominal muscles, which affects posture and puts a strain on your back. The hormonal changes of pregnancy can make things even worse....
Understandably, pregnant women are often reluctant to start taking any new medications. But when faced with depression , are there any alternatives? A small pilot study out of Brown University suggests yoga could help. “This is really about trying to develop a wider range of options that suit women who are experiencing these kind of symptoms during pregnancy,” says study lead author Cynthia Battle. “What we don’t want to do is have people fall through the cracks....
In the months leading up to our first flight with the babe, my husband let all sorts of awful scenarios fill his head: Evie screaming her head off the entire way from Chicago to Mexico; us making our way through security while drawing death-ray stares from the child-free fliers behind us. “Mostly,” he says, “my fears revolved around us being ‘that couple.’ I mean, we had a two-week discussion about whether to drive to the airport or strap our daughter’s car seat into a cab....
You’re definitely allowed to include some non-essentials on the list. Come on, people love to give cute, fun (and yes, frivolous) gifts. Avoid having to deal with other people’s interpretation of “cute, fun” by including the stuff you like on your registry. (Use our online registry service to add the items, of course.) These are also all great options if you’ve been given permission to go off-registry for an expecting friend....
To no one’s great surprise, so many things change once you have your first child. But it’s some of the smaller, often unappreciated pleasures in life (think long showers and clean clothes) that suddenly look a lot different once baby’s in the picture. During pregnancy, there are plenty of important to-dos—but don’t forget to indulge in the fun stuff along the way! Here are a few things I suggest parents-in-waiting do now while time is a luxury you can afford....
Switch to a brush Forget using your fingers. Choosing a brush makes it easy to get product exactly where you need it (on, not around, a blemish). Add a bronzer Pregnancy weight going to your face? For those extra-puffy days, celeb makeup artist Jo Strettell suggests using a lightweight, delicate bronzer to flawlessly contour your face. It’s great for highlighting bone structure and thinning out the neck. Try tinted moisturizer Instead of heavy foundations that go gooey as your body heats up (think: hot flashes), Strettell loves Stila’s moisturizer with a hint of tint....
Avocado is considered an excellent stage one starter food for baby because each fruit (yes, avocado is indeed a fruit!) is packed with substantial beneficial nutrients for the health and well-being of baby. Avocado puree for baby is naturally creamy and mild-flavored, making it ideal. No fancy equipment is needed to prepare avocado baby food, just a few simple kitchen tools, and you’re all set! Health Benefits of Avocado Avocado for baby is a smart choice because in just one serving of avocado baby food there is a great deal of essential vitamins, minerals and healthy fats that are valuable for baby’s growth and development....
The Bump presents #MomBoss, a series dedicated to showing off all-star moms. We catch up with mompreneurs behind products we love, influencers who get real about motherhood and SAHMs who can multitask in their sleep. When Harvard-trained lawyer and mom Eve Rodsky found herself crying in the car over a text about blueberries, she knew something had to change. The reality is women still face the bulk of invisible labor—the labor that comes with always being responsible for the household chores and, as mothers, the kids....
