Newborn Care Basics: Newborn Care In the Hospital

Newborn Care Basics: Newborn Care In the Hospital

From the very moment labor is over, you are officially a parent! It’s amazing, wonderful, unbelievable… and also frightening. At least the very first time. Even if you’ve read every book imaginable from cover to cover, reading about taking care of...
Postpartum Depression: Baby Blues vs. The Real Thing

Postpartum Depression: Baby Blues vs. The Real Thing

Knowing the difference between the very common “baby blues” and the less common but very serious postpartum depression is incredibly important. Both for an expecting mother and those who are close around her. The symptoms can often be interchangeable,...
Should You Have a Newborn Schedule?

Should You Have a Newborn Schedule?

Every baby is so unique, and their sleep patterns and rhythms are no different. My two older boys always slept like angels from day one. My #3 on the other hand, has given us sleep trouble from day 1. So should you have a newborn schedule? The answer is yes, at least...
Tips for Dad: Bonding with Your Newborn

Tips for Dad: Bonding with Your Newborn

While the role’s that Moms and Dads play are often different, these days Dads are truly taking a bigger role in child-rearing. Especially when it comes to the newborn phase. With Dads sharing in providing for baby’s needs and all the baby cuddling,...