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Some moms splurge more for baby’s skincare products than they do for their own beauty products! That’s because they’re paying special attention using premium baby skincare products with minimal chemicals, like natural and organic brands. According to The New York Times, reports show that sales of premium baby care in the United States have increased 68 percent from 2005 to 2010. There are a lot more options for premium baby skincare — more brands like Jessica Alba’s The Honest Company, Sephora’s Lavanila and MD Moms have debuted in recent years....

Morning sickness: Consider it the first of many concessions you’ll make to your child in your journey as a mother. The swirly-head nausea and vomiting that often accompanies early pregnancy is far from fun—in fact, it can be downright debilitating. Unfortunately, for many expectant mothers, it’s par for the course. So when does morning sickness start—and more importantly, how can you find morning sickness relief? We’ve asked top doctors to dish on everything you need to know about morning sickness during pregnancy....

As the weather warms up, playgrounds fill with the sounds of children’s laughter and joyous screams. We love the free play and exercise that playgrounds offer, but we also want to ensure kids are playing safely. Here, our top tips for playground safety. Check Playground Equipment Once summer hits, one of the most common reasons for kids’ visits to the doctor is injuries from playground equipment. Falls from playground equipment can lead to sprains or even fractured bones....

You can buy fenugreek capsules (which contain ground seeds) at most health food stores. Teas containing fenugreek are also widely available, but capsules or tinctures might be more effective if you are dealing with a serious milk supply issue. (It’s tough to know how much of the herb you’re taking in through a tea — it might not be much.) Talk to your doctor or an herbalist before taking fenugreek, and let her know about any other medications you are taking and any health problems that you may have....

Miscarriage is more common than you might think. According to experts, about 10 to 25 percent of pregnancies will result in a miscarriage. Still, many couples find it difficult to talk about pregnancy loss, and instead face their grief and frustration alone. Ultimately, this means less awareness around the topic, which can make it even more scary and confusing for those going through the experience. It’s not particularly light or uplifting, but some basic education around the often taboo topic of miscarriage can help you navigate this tricky terrain....

From swollen breasts to swollen gums, rising hormone levels leave no stone unturned. During your second trimester, your gums may become tender, swollen and unusually sensitive. This tenderness is normal, but if your gums become bright red, extremely sore and bleed very easily, talk to your doctor or dentist—you might have pregnancy gingivitis. Left untreated, it can become a more serious condition called periodontitis, linked to premature and low-birthweight babies. So what can you do?...

There are two important things you need to know about the Affordable Health Act: First, it requires all US citizens and legal residents to get basic health insurance by January 1, 2014 — or else pay a tax. Secondly, the new law (which is the biggest piece of healthcare legislation of our time), comes with a series of new benefits and protections that are really important to expectant moms and children....

Now that you’re pregnant, it’s a good idea to update your estate plan. There’s no point in having an outdated will, or worse, no will at all. Because let’s face it: Having a baby pretty much changes everything, and if the worst should happen to you and your partner, you want to make sure your child’s future is secure. In fact, any big life change, like getting married or divorced, inheriting assets, acquiring or selling new property and any changes to applicable laws are good reasons to update your estate plan— which consists of your will, trust and guardianship documents—or to create them if you don’t already have them....

“Stork bite” is the common term for nevus simplex, a birthmark that shows up on a third of all newborns. Stork bite is also referred to as a “salmon patch” because of its pink and flat appearance. It can show up on baby’s forehead, eyelids, nose, upper lip or back of the neck and usually disappears in about 18 months. However, stork bites on the back of the neck may not completely go away....

There’s nothing like a baby cough to completely stump parents. Is it something serious, or no big deal? Trying to figure out when to take action and when to let things ride can be incredibly stressful, especially if baby has been coughing at night. While a baby cough can be uncomfortable for baby and nerve-wracking for you, “it’s extremely common for kids to cough,” says Benjamin Nelson, MD, director of pediatric bronchoscopy at MassGeneral Hospital for Children in Boston....

What are some tips for taking car trips with my toddler? Does my toddler need to see an eye doctor? Why does my baby pull Tupperware out of our kitchen cabinets? See all Q&As The teeny, tiny klutz Whether baby is practically running or is still summoning the courage for first steps, expect frequent bumps, splats, and somersaults. Depth perception and coordination take a while. In the meantime, break out the video camera and capture the hilarity of what we like to call the “drunken sailor phase....

And the Winner Is: Clek Oobr As your little one grows, they’ll go from a rear-facing car seat to a forward-facing one, before finally graduating to a booster seat. Simply put, these types of restraints boost a child’s height so the seat belt fits properly. And the Clek Oobr meets the mark on safety, comfort and style. The high back seat has a five-point safety system: a magnesium seat frame, an energy-absorbing foam layer, belt guides and a rigid latch system, plus a padded headrest and deep side wings....

If you’re an expectant dad, you’ve probably thought some about the contents of your hospital bag and the transport plan for when your partner delivers the “I think it’s time” line (which, by the way, is usually much less cinematic than the way it goes down on TV). You’ve prepped for the logistics and you have your breathing coach duties down, but be sure not to forget that icing on the cake—the push present....

Parenting has got to be one of the toughest jobs out there. So many decisions to make, so many opinions to contend with, so many options for how to handle things—how are we supposed to know what’s “right”? And then dealing with the consequences our parenting choices can have on our kids—talk about pressure. For years, researchers have been tangling with this critical (and, let’s be honest, often confusing) topic. While there are definitely nuances to every approach, psychologists generally recognize four parenting styles that influence how you raise your child—and how well adjusted your child may become....

How can you get baby in and out of the tub—without tears? Try these tips from users on our message boards. User frankie119 says the best trick to helping baby love bath time is to make sure he never gets cold. “We put a space heater in the bathroom on 80 degrees so it’s warm when he gets out,” she says. If you don’t have a space heater, try user 54hj96er34ws’s method....

Maybe. Generally speaking, exclusive nursing can help prevent pregnancy. Here’s why: Prolactin, the hormone that stimulates the production of milk, also prevents eggs from maturing and becoming fertilized. But know that this isn’t a foolproof birth control system — you could start ovulating before you get your first postpartum period, which would mean you were fertile. So always use a backup method if you’re not ready for baby number two just yet....

If people keep asking about baby’s name and you’re intent on keeping it a surprise, you could consider using a decoy baby name. Using a decoy baby name means telling everyone you’re planning to name the baby one thing (Angelique)—when all the while, you know it’s going to be something else (Sophia!). This is a trend that’s been picking up speed—we’ve noticed Bumpies on The Bump message boards talking about decoy names more than ever before....

I came across a post by Liz over at Mom-101 about the myth of “doing it all”, and with the demands of all the roles I play: mom, wife, employee, daughter, friend, neighbor, Girl Scout leader, football team mom, I often get the same question as Liz: “How do you do it?” If I’ve ever given the impression that I have things under control, I apologize! There is no one super mom who can handle everything with 100% thoroughness, and anyone who acts like they do (and makes the rest of us feel like crap) has a scary closet somewhere, I promise....

They say: “Here are your free samples of formula!” You say: “No thanks. We’re traveling light.” You may already have had those free samples of formula show up on your doorstep, or the nurses at the hospital may pack you a to-go knapsack full of samples. That stuff’s pricey, so it’s tempting to take it, but you really don’t need to. In fact, some hospitals are starting _not _to let formula companies give patients freebies, since that could send the wrong message to new parents....

Last night, after my workout, I forgot to put a shirt on. For four hours, I walked around our home wearing a Target nursing bra and GAP Body short shorts. I cooked dinner that way, I talked to my friend Amanda for 45 minutes on the phone that way, I watched Californication with my husband that way and I brushed my teeth, swallowed my vitamins and hit the sack that way....