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For many parents, knowing when it’s time to make the switch from using an infant to a booster seat can be difficult. There’s a lot to consider, and it’s a common misconception that you just need to go on your child’s age and height alone.
The fact that different states have slightly differing rules on car booster seats also makes it a lot more complicated. Take Florida, Arizona, and South Dakota for example. They are the only three states which don’t legally need parents to have a booster seat for children who outgrow their safety seats. So, it’s important to check the rules in your specific state before choosing any type of child car seat.
So, how can you tell when it’s time for your little one to transition into a booster seat? Below you’ll discover everything you need to know. [Read more…]
There’s a lot of challenges that come with being a parent and perhaps one of the most surprising is how isolating it can feel. Before baby came along, you likely had plenty of adult conversations. However, once you’re a parent, a LOT of time is taken up by your little one and it’s not unusual for many parents to spend days alone with just them and their child.
Bath times can be super-fun for both you and baby, but they can also be potentially dangerous too.
Aromatherapy oils are widely known for their fantastic health benefits. Aiding in everything from stress to acne, there’s a lot of essential oils out there and each has its own impressive benefits for the whole family. They’ve grown massively in popularity over the years, but when searching for safe aromatherapy oils for babies, it can prove a little tricky.
Time is one thing which all parents never seem to have enough of. Before your little bundle of joy arrived, you could spend hours cleaning, getting ready and organizing the day’s activities. Now, it seems like a huge struggle just to get showered in the morning!
Sleep is the one thing all parents wish they’d get more of. The minute you bring your little bundle of joy home, the luxurious eight hours of sleep you once enjoyed feels like a world away. In fact, getting a decent amount of sleep feels like it’s as rare as finding gold dust once baby comes along.
Winter is almost over and what better way to celebrate a new, warmer season with your toddler than with great spring themed activities?
Now spring has finally arrived, Easter is just around the corner. If this is your baby’s first Easter, you’ll no doubt want to ensure it is memorable and magical.
The concept of death is difficult enough for adults to understand, so how can you expect a toddler to grasp this serious life event? The truth is, they can’t. Toddlers cannot usually comprehend death or the fact they aren’t going to see somebody again. So, when it comes time to tell them somebody close to them has passed away, it can be a significant challenge.
Are you hoping to raise an adventurous eater? If so, you’re definitely not alone.
Reading to your baby can bring many benefits. Not only is it an excellent way to bond with your little one, but it can also really aid in their development.
As a parent, it’s natural to want to try and protect your children. From the second they’re born, you feel an overwhelming need to keep them safe and protected. However, sometimes the fear over what could happen to our little ones can cause us to become overprotective; particularly during the toddler stage.
When you become a parent, your priorities change. Life becomes all about keeping your baby safe, healthy, and happy and that, as all new moms find out, is a full-time job. Sleepless nights and hectic days leave little time for “you”.