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Baby Sleep 101: Back to Basics

As a certified pediatric sleep expert, I want to stress that every baby is different and has different needs for sleeping, feeding, growing, and learning. 

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Designing a Calm Corner for Stress Relief and Emotional Regulation

A calm corner in your home might be exactly what your family needs. This dedicated space can become a tool for stress relief and emotional regulation.

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Beyond "Sleep When the Baby Sleeps" – 7 Tips For New Parents That Are Actually Useful

Throughout my pregnancy I mostly heard the same advice over and over.  To help out all the soon-to-be-mamas out there, I’ve compiled a list of my all-time favorite, never before heard newborn survi...

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6 Reasons Why Having a Winter Baby is Actually the Best

Mothers of summer babies may have their cute maternity sundresses, but there are all kinds of reasons why being the mommy of a winter baby is awesome.

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4 Montessori Strategies to Help Prevent a Toddler Meltdown

We’ve all seen the toddler meltdown. It’s that end-of-the-world sobbing tantrum over something so small you may not have even known what it was.

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Solving The Puzzle of Infant Sleep

In my practice of taking care of children and parents, there’s a common struggle in the first two years: sleep. “How can my family get enough?"

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5 Ways to Soothe a Crying Baby

Babies absolutely cry, and sometimes there’s not much you can do. But other times, one of these strategies can work wonders. Here are five ways to soothe a baby.

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Coping with the End of the Relationship You Knew Before Parenthood

After a baby, the dynamics, responsibilities and priorities between a couple change. Many may experience this stage as a form of grief. Here's how to cope. 

Inspiration Beyond Words: Ways Parents Can Show Love to Their Children

Beyond Words: Ways Parents Can Show Love to Their Children

Small, intentional actions shape a child’s sense of being valued. Showing your love requires constant effort and care but is well worth the investment. 

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What You Can Do During the Day to Help You Sleep Better at Night

Insomnia or restless sleep patterns can devastate your mood and daytime productivity levels. You know how challenging it is to concentrate and get motivated at work if you’re running on only five ...

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The Art of Writing Love Letters to Your Kids

Writing a letter to your child may seem like a small gesture, and it might not come naturally in the hustle of everyday life. But the impact can be meaningful.

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How to Show Your Kids You Love Them on Valentine's Day

What are the five love languages and how can we use them with our kids to lay a healthy foundation for future relationships?

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5 Things You Don’t Have to do to Be a Good Parent This Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day skip obsessing about what you “should” do and keep it simple by crossing these chores off the list.

Parenthood Understanding TOG Ratings: A Parent’s Guide to Comfort and Safety

Understanding TOG Ratings: A Parent’s Guide to Comfort and Safety

Understanding TOG—thats Thermal Overall Grade—can help you choose the ideal swaddle to ensure your baby stays at the perfect temperature in every season. 

Inspiration Starting Fresh: Building a Healthy Post-Divorce Routine for Your Family

Starting Fresh: Building a Healthy Post-Divorce Routine for Your Family

As a family law attorney, I know that the families who thrive post-divorce are the ones that make compromises and think creatively about solving problems.

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A Fresh Start: Building Financial Stability for your Family

Small adjustments, like creating a budget or setting savings goals, can make a big difference over time. Build a robust financial future for your family. 

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5 Steps to Giving (Good) Advice to New Parents

Here are five easy steps to giving your new-parent loved ones the advice they are looking for without looking like an idiot. (Often times, just listen!)

Inspiration Lessons for New Boy Moms from Diapers to Empty Nest

Lessons for New Boy Moms from Diapers to Empty Nest

If I could offer advice to new moms embarking on the journey I’ve been on, I would tell them to cherish the moments, trust the foundation, and keep talking.

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Choosing Rhythms Over Resolutions

Parenting is about flow, sustainable habits, and family values—not rigid goals and resolutions and left me feeling like a failure when I didn’t hit the mark.

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Helping Your Child Transition Back to School After Winter Break

It’s natural that going back to school after an extended holiday can be difficult, especially for younger kids. Here's how to make the transition smoother.

Learning Potty Training from Birth Transformed My Parenting Journey

Potty Training from Birth Transformed My Parenting Journey

It is clear to me now, two kids and two different experiences later: our babies are born ready. All they need is for us to be ready to listen, and respond.

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Your Village Doesn’t Have to Live Nearby

I had no idea how infuriating the question “how can I help?” would be when there was a sink full of bottles and an empty fridge. Mom friends to the rescue.

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How to Handle a Tantrum in Public Without Losing Your Cool

Beyond knowing how to handle a tantrum to avoid public embarrassment, we can begin to view them as a valuable opportunity to teach our children life skills.

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The Most Common Potty Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

To help you navigate this process with confidence, let’s talk about five common potty training mistakes and how to avoid them. You'll be on your way to success!