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Having a baby is one of the most exciting times for any couple or family. Whether it be the first baby or the second, third, fourth, or fifth, every addition adds to the excitement. With the excitement, however, comes a bit of anxiety. All parents watch their babies with wonder and love, but also …
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For many moms pregnancy is a time of relaxation and self-care. After all, they’re growing a brand new tiny human inside them! Unfortunately for many moms though, taking it easy can lead to loss of muscle mass and unwanted fat. While pregnant women are indeed supposed to gain weight, anywhere between …
Resilience, defined as the ability to adjust or recover from change or challenges is one of the most important capabilities we can teach our children. There are many unknowns in life, and making sure they have the strength and hardiness to adapt and spring back is the best way we can prepare …
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Breastfeeding can be a frustrating challenge for many moms. For those who struggle with their production, it can be difficult to see some moms breastfeed so easily and produce milk in great abundance. Often, moms feel discouraged and inadequate when they see that their babies are still hungry and …
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Parents know this: we thought we knew what it meant to be academically responsible for our school-age children. This involves regularly coordinating with children’s teachers in school, providing financial support for their academic requirements, and making sure they participate in extra-curricular …
[Read more...] about Learning in the New Normal through the Eyes of Children
One of the biggest buzzwords of 2020 has been “vaccine.” With the hunt for a successful and effective vaccine that can bring the herd immunity needed to combat the novel coronavirus or COVID-19, more people are becoming aware of the importance of vaccinations and keep up to date with …
Premies or preemies are the term used for babies that are born before 37 weeks of gestation. There are a number of reasons why babies may be born prematurely. Hypertension, heart or kidney problems, diabetes, an infection in the vaginal or urinary tracts, or stress are just a few of a host of …
Having a newborn is overwhelming, whether it be your first, second, or third time around, each time bringing on new and different challenges. For the first time, everything is new and unknown--no matter how much you’ve read! For the second time onwards, you have other children to …
[Read more...] about 10 Self-Care Tips for Moms with Newborns
