Newborn Sun Safety
It's that time of the year for fun in the sun! But the sun is only fun for newborns if they stay safe! Fresh air and a little vitamin D is great for baby, but it's important to know newborn sun safety and how to keep them from overheating or getting sunburned....
Top 5 Washington DC Newborn Photographers 2018
One of our favorite and most requested series, DC Newborn Photographers! We love highlighting other local businesses, especially when they work with newborns. The photographers we have selected to highlight, we have worked with them in the past and love their work....
Postpartum Depression Resources
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a severe issue that can affect many mothers in the days, weeks, and months following the birth of a child. Unfortunately, many mothers are unaware of the postpartum depression resources that are available to them to help them through...
Common Breastfeeding Issues
Feeding your newborn is one of the most critical aspects of caring for a baby. Whether you formula feed or breastfeed, without the nutrition provided from you, your child will not be able to thrive. For breastfeeding mothers, there are a variety of issues and...
Preemie Gear for New Parents
Most people realize that having a new baby comes with a lot of new responsibilities, but it also requires families to purchase a lot of items for the child as well. However, what many parents don’t realize is that there is special “preemie gear” that is needed for...
Newborn Care with Older Siblings
Adding a new member to your family can be a challenging proposition especially when you already have children. However, there are some unique challenges that may require particular attention to generate a smooth transition. Many of these challenges arise during the...
Newborn Care Skills – Swaddling
There are a wide variety of techniques and skills that many parents do not have by the time their little one arrives. One of the most versatile and useful of all newborn care skills is the ability to properly swaddle a baby. However, it is not enough to just know how...
The Basics of Newborn Sight
Many new parents are unaware that newborn babies don’t see well. In fact, most babies are unable to see more than your face when you are holding them. So how do a child’s eyes develop from birth up to one year? Below, you will find information on the basics of newborn...
Newborn Bowel Movements – What You Need to Know
While the saying, “everybody poops” may be a bit cliché at this point, it is still true. While it may seem like everything should be exactly, the same for a baby, newborn bowel movements have some unique aspects to them. It is not uncommon for parents to be surprised...
Newborn Bath Types
Amidst the adjustments that come along with the birth of a child, there are many new behaviors that must be established. One of the most pivotal of these behaviors is the newborn bath. Cleanliness is just as necessary for little ones as it is for adults. What most...
Top 3 Tampa Newborn Photographers 2018
This is one of our favorite series and we are updating all of our favorites in 2018! We have started with our top 3 favorite newborn photographers in the Tampa Bay Area! Laura Gattis lauragattis.com Laura Gattis of Laura Gattis Photography is a natural light...
Circumcision Care for Newborns
While it has been a hot-button topic over the last few years, circumcision is still widely practiced and therefore, proper circumcision care is critical. It is not uncommon for new parents to be unfamiliar with the practices and procedures required to provide adequate...
Understanding the Newborn Schedule
There is no shortage of confusion amongst new parents about the topic of a newborn schedule for their child. As it relates to newborns, a schedule encompasses the time and duration between when your baby eats, sleeps, plays, or needs a diaper change. In the first few...
Bottle Feeding Basics – All About Nipples
While many parents spend ample time trying to decide on the right kind of bottle, in the end, many of them choose based on a recommendation without understanding. Similar to the plethora of bottles to choose from, bottle nipples come in a variety of styles. Each style...
Preparing for the Last Month of Pregnancy
You’ve almost made it and the day has nearly arrived for your to give birth to your child. There are many things to prepare before for your baby’s arrival. Below you will find a few suggestions that will help you to prepare for your last month of pregnancy. Sleep...