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It is common that a pacifier is a necessity when it comes to preparing for baby. Along with diapers, wipes, and bottles, new parents stock up on pacifiers as well. There is debate about which one will work best, what size to buy, and of course which one is the trendiest. But do they really …
As the holiday season is upon us, we ask ourselves, “what can we do to make the this time of year special for our family?” Well you are in luck. In this video I give three suggestions on how to make this last part of the calendar year special and memorable. Here are the tips: …
The holidays are approaching, which can bring a lot of festivities, excitement, and family time. Trees are going up, strings of lights are being plugged in, turkeys are being cooked, and presents are being wrapped! This can be such a joyous time to spend with family and loved ones. Even though the holidays bring some …
It can be scary to hear a thud and to know that your toddler just fell out of their crib. Many parents struggle with their toddler because they are either climbing out of their crib, or constantly getting out of bed. This leaves parents asking “When is the ideal age to have their child move …
As you are getting ready to have a new baby, there’s so much excitement and hype about bringing the baby home. You look forward to the cozy snuggles, the innocent smiles, the coos, the giggles, the tiny shoes. You look forward to the connection you’ll share with your new bundle, and the completeness of family. …
Tiffany Josephine Bertelsen joined our family last week on October 18, 2019. She is extremely cute and having newborn snuggles are always a coveted thing in our household. But deciding to have and when to have a second baby was not a decision that was easy. Having postpartum depression with my first made me fearful …
There are so many misconceptions about sleep coaching. Some of them include: It is too harsh. It is neglecting their needs. It will create a dependency on specific things such as a dark room, a quiet space, etc. It is selfish. It isn’t safe to let a baby sleep in their own room. All of …
Baby #2 is coming soon and I am worried about how our toddler, Ross, will react when we bring his little sister home. He is almost two but he doesn’t seem to comprehend that his mom’s belly will eventually get smaller… We ask him, “where’s the baby?” he points to my wife’s tummy and says …
Bedtime routines can seem inconsequential. But for children it can be the difference between getting a good night’s rest or endless midnight tears and frustration. In this blog I am going to talk about why bedtime routines are important and how you can have a successful and flexible bedtime routine. Secure, comfortable, and then sleep. …
Having a baby can be one of the most exciting and life-changing experiences you could ever have. Even though you spend the whole nine months planning and preparing for life with Baby, it is often times so different than you had planned for, in more aspects than one. The delivery might not go as smoothly …