by Haleigh | Aug 31, 2017 | Lifestyle, Local Resources
In the midst of all the fun of baby showers and ultrasounds, one thing that may be overlooked by expectant parents is picking a good pediatrician. Since many families stick with their initial selection until their child is ready to see a general practitioner, the...
by Haleigh | Aug 29, 2017 | Local Resources
By now most of you are aware that Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas on August 25, 2017, as a category four storm. Cities like Houston have been devastated by the flooding that accompanied Harvey as displayed by the numerous families that have been displaced and...
by Haleigh | Aug 25, 2017 | Newborn Care, Sleep
Anyone who has spent time around a newborn knows that they spend most of their day sleeping. In fact, according to Nationwide Children’s, newborns spend 16 to 20 hours of each day asleep. Since they spend so much time asleep, many parents think there is little they...
by Haleigh | Aug 22, 2017 | Breastfeeding, Newborn Care, Parenting Tips
For many new parents, taking medication is an inevitable part of life. Whether it is a pre-existing condition, a complication from birth, allergies, or something more serious, the use of drugs may be required to alleviate specific symptoms or the ailment itself. One...
by Haleigh | Aug 18, 2017 | Newborn Care, Sleep
Swaddling is a practice that has been in use around the world for thousands of years. In its simplest form, the method involves using a cloth to wrap a child in a way that their limbs are restricted in movement. So why has it been practiced for such a long time?...