Let's face it, as cute as they can be, toddlers also have a way of channelling the worst of human behavior: selfishness, destructiveness, and a complete lack of self-control. So what's a parent to do when, say, your toddler hears you say "no," but keeps pulling the cat's tail anyway, or hits a … [Read more...]
Diapering 101 – How many do we need? How do I change a diaper?
March 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
So you've probably heard you'll be changing a lot of diapers with your new baby. How many should you buy? Should you cloth diaper? What kind of poop is normal? We'll try to answer your diapering Frequently Asked Questions. How many diapers do we need? What size?" The hospital will send you … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding but still not losing weight, help!
March 19, 2013 By 1 Comment
Hi. My baby is eight months old and I'm breastfeeding but I still haven't lost any weight. What am I doing wrong? What can I do?" First of all, stay calm and keep breastfeeding. Breastfeeding for more than six months does help you lose weight, and even will help you stay at a healthy weight for … [Read more...]
Are cleaning products safe for pregnancy?
March 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
I'm 16 weeks pregnant, is it safe to scrub my shower with a cleanser containing bleach, or with bleach spray?" You don't want to get cleanser on your skin, or, of course in your eyes, nose or mouth (or on your clothes) but scrubbing a grimy shower or sink with some cleanser on a sponge while … [Read more...]
Six Easy Ways to Help Baby Get Into a Sleep Routine
March 7, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Try an early bedtime. Aim to start your dinner/bath/ routine between 5 and 6 p.m. to have baby in the crib by 7. Then consider a nap yourself, because most babies will sleep their longest and deepest stretches between now and midnight. Take a morning walk. Getting baby out in the sunshine will … [Read more...]
