Tips for Moms

25 Stay-at-Home Kids’ Activities to Give You a Break

Can cabin fever kill you? Thankfully, it doesn’t. But it can make you feel both irritable & restless. Certainly a twin set of feelings you can do without when stuck at home with kids. With three under ten, I have been there many, many times. (And to be honest with you, it’s a minor miracle […]

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5 Reasons Being A Mom For the First Time Is Shocking

I felt prepared when I was pregnant for the first time. Don’t ask me why. I was 20 years old and had just moved to a new state 3 months prior to the positive pregnancy test. My sweet boy was a complete surprise, yet I knew I was ready. Having been a full-time nanny for

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Learning Letters at Home: Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers

One of the most common questions I get as a developmental and behavioral pediatrician is, “When should my child be learning letters?” As a mom, I can understand the pressure. We see so many activities on Pinterest about teaching the letters of the alphabet at age two, or even younger. On our Instagram feed or

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16 Habits of A Productive Homemaker + Free Daily Planner Printable

16 Habits of a Productive Homemaker This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link. Please see my disclosure for more details The most important work you will ever do will be in the walls of your own

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Can You Really Use Maalox For Diaper Rash?

When it comes to home remedies for diaper rash, the mom groups online are always overflowing with suggestions. You’ll find a million home remedies from breastmilk to cornstarch to apple cider vinegar to help soothe a bad rash on your baby’s bottom. The one I rarely see mentioned, however, is the one that worked wonders

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Career And Motherhood: The Challenge Women Face Everyday

Being a mother is extremely rewarding. However,  some women have to choose between unintended repercussions in choosing to pursue a career while raising a family. Having a career and motherhood can come with a whirlwind of emotions. Let me preface this article by saying that I do not take a stance on having a baby

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