The Mom Blog

Mothers have been swaddling their babies for a thousand years, conceivably starting in Central Asia in 4000 BC and spreading through nomadic trading to Eurasia. Unfortunately, swaddling your baby may seem like somewhat a fine art. Wrap this, fold that. It can feel befuddling, particularly when you're up for a 2 a.m. feeding. However, once you learn and rehearse the art of wrapping up your child, it will assist you...

So many couples these days are opting to document one of their biggest life milestones with photo shoots. I love this idea and especially during the times we’re living in – hello global pandemic – it’s such an awesome way to share with your friends and family but still make the moment really special.  Schedule your local photographer or utilizes your phone and some basic photo editing software.  There is...

  Oh, those sweet snuggles from a new babe.  Those first days are so, so good.   You're beyond excited that the life you have been preparing for and carrying for the past 9 months has finally made their appearance and you want to soak it all in.  But it also comes with exhaustion, sleep deprivation and very little self care - because let's face it, you're newborn needs constant attention...

  Before I go into this topic I'd like to say that I know without a doubt - fed is best.  I don't judge the mom who uses formula and I don't put that nursing mom on a pedestal.  I have two daughters.  One was exclusively formula fed.  The other was given solely breast milk.  Both of my girls are thriving. Lets not beat around the bush here.  The number...