The first year of the baby is full of developmental milestones. Eating solid food, crawling, sitting, standing and walking are important milestones achieved during the first year. Usually, babies start walking around 10 to 12 months. But for some babies, there will be a delay in achieving this major milestone. They may start walking only …
As a parent, you understand how difficult it can be to keep your baby from getting into things – especially when scratching everything around them! Babies are curious and want to explore the world through their senses. But what if you notice scratch marks on their face and delicate skin? That can be too much …
Once you become a parent, you will notice that washing baby clothes is a never-ending task. Baby poop, pee and the occasional throw up can dirty the baby clothes very fast. Sometimes you will notice yellow stains on the baby’s clothes even after washing. These are stains caused by breastmilk. What is the best way …
Sleepless nights are a part of your life when you have a small baby. Either the baby does not sleep or wakes up several times at night and start crying. Most first time parents will be clueless and have no idea what to do. Swaddles help enormously! But how many swaddles do you need? Many new …
Your baby is happily relishing all the pureed food that you offer. Now it is time to switch over to table food or solid food. But before you do the transition, you should check that the baby is ready. So, how should yo go about transition a baby from puree to table food? I have …
For many new moms, having a helping hand or two in the first few months really goes a long way. Whether you take the time when someone is watching your baby to have a nap, go for a walk, or even just sit on the couch and scroll through social media, it is so important …
Often, many parents wonder how to correctly substitute breastmilk with baby formula and ensure the baby gets the right amount of nutrients. It’s all in the numbers! Your unique situation will determine the number of cans needed per month. But let’s say you aren’t breastfeeding and want to know how many cans of formula you …
A common thing most parents struggle with is when to stop dressing an infant with onesies. Several online sources claim that infants should stop using onesies at ages between 1 – 2 years. But is this true? How long do babies wear onesies?! Babies can wear onesies as long as they fit and are comfortable …
Grandparents play such a special role in a child’s life, and have the wonderful job of spoiling their grandchildren each time they see them! If your grandchild’s first birthday is coming up, but you aren’t sure exactly what to get them, we have rounded up good ideas for you to pick from. The below list …
Tummy time is recommended by just about everyone you speak to. It is so important to help your baby build strength and help to develop the muscles they need for sitting and crawling. You should start tummy time from as early on as possible, placing your baby on a play mat or blanket on the …
How many burp clothes do I need?! Every new mom has an opinion on how many burp cloths a newborn baby needs, but do you really need so many (or so few?!) New parents have quite a big list of things to buy before their baby is born. Some of the items are essentials, and …
Looking after a baby can be exhausting, and when we are exhausted, accidents happen quite easily! If you find that you have accidentally fed your baby their old bottle in the middle of the night instead of the new one sat next to it, you might be worried about what might happen. What happens if …
If you are looking for a chair to put in your nursery, I’m certain you’ve come across gliders and rockers. Both seem quite similar at first, but there are a few differences between them, and understanding what sets them apart can help you choose the right one for your nursery at home. Setting up your …
Shopping for babies is a fun moment that most soon-to-be parents enjoy. From dresses to diapers and car seat, the list is endless. But most parents are overwhelmed with shopping plans as they do not know when and how to start. You should ideally start buying baby stuff once you have completed 12 weeks. The …
Newborn babies tend to scratch their own face often in the first few weeks, and for parents, this can be quite scary. If you are a new parent experiencing this, you might be quite desperate to know when your baby will stop scratching their face. You might be relieved to know that in most cases, …
By the time your baby is six months old, you should start weaning him from breastmilk. At this stage, your baby requires both solid food and breast milk for their overall growth. But, exactly how many times a day should I feed solids to my 6 month old?! Most parents are confused about the number of …
Many parents find themselves in the position of needing to change their baby’s formula. You might have to try a few formulas before finding the perfect one, and even then it might take time to know whether it is the right formula. How long does it take for a baby to adjust to a formula …
Have you ever seen your baby shake or shiver in an unusual way? Their limbs may tremble, their lips may quiver, or their gestures may occur suddenly as if they’re cold or trying to shake something off. In common terms, these movements are referred to as “baby shudders”. A baby shudder is any form of …
You will inevitably need to check your baby’s temperature a few times when they are young. They might be going through teething pain, an ear infection, or be coming down with something, and you need to keep a check on their temperature. But if you’re out and about, how do you check for a fever …
You may have noticed, and even be concerned, with your baby feeding, laying down, or interacting with you, only to suddenly tense their whole body up and almost go completely stiff. This often happens out of nowhere and for seemingly no reason, but could it mean that something is wrong? Babies tensing up suddenly is …
Being a first-time mom to a newborn baby can be stressful! It is difficult to tell what is normal behavior, and what behavior you should be concerned about. One thing I was worried about was when my baby’s bottom lip quivers. Why does a newborns bottom lip quiver?! A quivering lip can mean a few …
The SNOO does hold a considerable price tag, and while the benefits it gives both parents and babies makes it worth it, all the different baby products and accessories you need do add up, and you might be looking for an alternative to the SNOO. While nothing does exactly what the SNOO can do, there …
Is the SNOO Bassinet Worth It?! Spoiler Alert – Yes! But there are some caveats.. As a new mom, sleep deprivation becomes your worst enemy in the first few months of your baby’s life. You get to the point where you aren’t actually sure which way is up, and you become desperate for a solution …
There are many decisions that you will need to make as a parent, and one is whether you should purchase a co-sleeper or a Pack N Play for your baby. You will find many arguments for both (I know I went back and forth for awhile!), so to help you out a bit, we have …