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5 Tips for Your Baby’s First Holiday Season

The holidays can feel stressful for anyone, let alone the parents of a newborn baby. But one of the most beautiful moments in parenthood is sharing the holidays with your little ones. Whether you’re planning on holiday travel with your newborn or havin...

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6 Easy Ways to Bond and Play with Your Newborn

Just because newborns have some physical limitations doesn’t mean you can’t still have fun with your new baby. The motor skills your baby needs for regular play are skills that will come with time. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still play and bond wit...

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Baby’s First Holiday Season Gift Guide

Whether your baby is almost a year old or a few days old, their first holiday season is something to remember. Of course, your baby won’t remember it, but you sure will. Make your baby’s holiday season extra special by stocking up on the things they nee...

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5 New Holiday Traditions to Start with Your Little Ones

Many of us grew up with traditions that have become so ingrained in us that the holiday season would feel unnatural without them. But now that you have your own little ones running or crawling around, you might wonder how you can create holiday traditi...

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4 Ways to Promote Healthy Sleep Patterns for Your Newborn

If one thing about parenthood is true, it’s that getting your newborn to sleep is one of the most essential steps in your daily routine. Newborns typically get about 16-17 hours of sleep per day, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. That’s ...

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Have a Successful Road Trip with Your Baby with These 6 Tips

Road trips can be a challenge under any circumstance. The addition of a baby makes everything that much more challenging. Like any challenge, however, the right resources and solid planning are often all it takes for success. That means planning for th...

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5 Stimulating Indoor Activities to Try with Your Newborn This Winter

As the cold weather ushers in snow, ice, and wind, you might take fewer walks outside with your baby and generally hang out inside more and more. But just because the winter weather keeps you inside doesn’t mean there aren’t many fun and stimulating indoor...

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Everything You Need for Your First Outing with Your Newborn

Heading out with your newborn can seem overwhelming at first. With so many necessary supplies and essentials, how can you fit it all in a diaper bag? Thankfully, it’s fairly simple—you just need to do some preparation to ensure that your newborn’s first ou...

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Everything to Know About Swaddling a Newborn

Whether you’ve heard of the swaddling technique from your friends and family or learned from the hospital nurse, swaddling is a skill every parent needs to know. Swaddling with lightweight swaddle blankets can help calm your fussy baby by helping simula...

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Why Your Baby Might Be Fighting Sleep and What You Can Do to Help

We have all seen it, the yawns, eye rubs, and fussiness that all screams it is time for your little one to catch up on some Zs. Nothing tests a parent’s patience more than when you know your baby needs sleep, but they just won’t let it happen. So, why d...

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How to Take Excellent Care of Your Muslin Swaddle Blankets

Cotton muslin is an incredibly soft, lightweight, and breathable fabric, perfect for a baby’s delicate skin. This easy-to-care-for material also softens after each wash, making it a favorite for parents, caregivers, and babies everywhere. Here are a few...

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5 Easy Ways to Support Your Baby’s Sensitive Skin

Newborn babies have it hard. They’re transitioning to a new world outside the comfortable womb, and sometimes their skin is not a fan of their new surroundings. We all know that babies are more sensitive than adults and even children. But some babies ha...

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5 Ways to Celebrate Baby’s First Easter

Between the mysterious bunny, the hunt for eggs, and a delicious meal, Easter is one of the best holidays to spend with your family. While many families have yearly traditions, those of us who just started our families might be looking for some new pra...

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5 Ways to Help Your Toddler Bond with Your Newborn

Bringing home a new baby is such an exciting and overwhelming time in a family’s life, not just for the parents but for your baby’s siblings as well. A new baby undoubtedly takes some of the attention away from your first child, which can cause some disrup...

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5 Ways to Make Bath Time More Fun for Your Little Ones

While some babies love bath time as much as they love snuggling up in one of their favorite muslin swaddle blankets, that is not the case for all babies. You are not alone if you have a baby who is opposed to bath time. The good news is there are some t...

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5 Ways to Get a Fussy Newborn Ready for Nap Time

Nap time is the most crucial time of the day for newborns and their caregivers. But sometimes, when your baby is overtired, they will fight nap time with everything they have. When this happens, it’s everyone’s least favorite time of the day. Fortunate...

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4 Steps to the Perfect Baby Bath Time Routine

Bath time can be challenging. If you’re one of those parents who gets stressed out by bath time, you’re not alone. Thankfully there are steps you can take to help create the perfect bath time routine for your little one. From being consistent with your bath time routine to keeping them warm with a hooded bath towel for baby, here are some tips you’ll want to try.

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Surprise Your Expecting Friends with These 5 Baby Supplies

The truth is, you don’t have to wait for the baby shower to give your expecting friends an amazing gift. Those first few months of parenthood can get overwhelming, and the baby shower can go by in a flash. From a carseat canopy to a white noise machine and so much more, here are five gifts you can surprise your expecting friends with.

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Baby Car Kit Essentials for Your Summer Road Trips

Road trips are a summer staple for many families. It’s true that traveling with an infant has its ups and downs. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t little tricks to help you sail along smoothly on your road trip experience. A baby car kit filled with everything from large burp cloths to extra clothing and more is a must—and not just for road trips.

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6 Outdoor Activities to Get the Whole Family Outside This Summer

Whether you have toddlers running around or a new baby, sometimes it can feel like you’ve been cooped up inside the house. Getting outside and enjoying the fresh air is good for you and your little ones. And with warmer weather still on the way, it’s a great time to start planning family activities outside. So pack up your toddlers hooded towels and head out for some outdoor summer activities.

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5 Essentials for Baby’s First Day at the Park

With the weather warming up, we are all ready to get out of the house and enjoy some sunshine. Going to your neighborhood or community park is an excellent first outing for you and your baby. Being outdoors can help stimulate your baby’s development and expose them to new sounds, sights, and textures. From outdoor blankets to a carseat canopy and more, here are five essentials to bring.

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5 Ways New Moms Can Find Personal Time with a Newborn

As much as we love our babies, new moms don’t get much time to themselves. While that’s typical, you shouldn’t feel bad for wanting some alone time. Bringing a baby into the world is a big life adjustment. Between nursing schedules and washing your fitted muslin crib sheets, the days can easily slip away. But they don’t have to! Here are five ways you can make time for yourself.

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Your Guide to Creating a Stylish Minimalist Nursery Space

The minimalist design helps your space look and feel open, airy, and decluttered: three things new parents dream about. But aside from open and airy design, minimalist nurseries are also functional. If you have a small nursery space, you’re probably won...

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Dive Into Summer with Pool Time Tips for You and Your Little Ones

Finally, we can change out our jackets for swimsuits and towels. Taking your little ones to the pool is one of the best ways to get yourself and your baby outside to enjoy the warm season. Time in the pool can also help your baby develop coordination an...

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Your Essential Guide to Camping with Your Baby This Summer

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5 Common New Parent Questions Answered

Welcoming a newborn into your family is a big adjustment. And as much as you might want to just bask in the glow of new parenthood, you’ll likely have many questions in those early days and months with your little one. But try not to worry—all the best ...

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4 Small Moments in Parenthood That Leave a Huge Impact on Your Heart

When we think of those big moments in our baby’s life, we think of their first steps, their first words, and other significant developmental milestones. But there’s so much beauty in the small, simple moments that can often get overlooked. From tummy ti...

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