Part of being a parent is learning from your mistakes along the way. It’s impossible to get through parenting without making any mistakes. The one solace you can take from it however, is that you definitely aren’t alone and it certainly doesn’t make you a failure.
Here we’ll look at some of the most embarrassing mistakes parents make (of course, that doesn’t mean they’re something to feel bad about!) Maybe you’ve made them yourself, or if not, you’ll soon know how to avoid them! Being a parent is tough so grab a coffee, sit back and enjoy this collection of embarrassing, yet funny, parenting mistakes people have made… [Read more…]
Being a new parent is tough, especially when you’re a new dad. Although times have changed and a lot of fathers are now actively involved in raising their children, it appears the way society views fathers hasn’t made much in the way of progress.
Learning to recognize your baby’s cues can make life a lot easier during the first few months. It’s not always easy to tell why your baby is crying when you’re a first-time parent. However, did you know there are different types of cries your baby does to let you know what they need? There are also a number of other cues you can look out for to quickly identify the issue.
Toddlers are known for their frustrating and often embarrassing habits. One habit in particular many parents struggle with, is thumb sucking. Whether your little one has naturally developed the habit, or whether they started using their thumb as a substitute for a pacifier, it can be really difficult to get them to stop.
Have you ever noticed a lot of the advice given to new dads tends to be very condescending? I was surprised by just how many parenting sites appear to talk down to men; treating them as though they are dumb and incapable of even the most basic of parenting tasks.
There are a lot of skills you learn when you become a first-time parent and one of the most basic is burping. While often seen as just a cute little release, baby burping actually serves a very important purpose. It helps your baby a lot more than you probably think it does. So why exactly is it important to burp your little one and how should it be done? 
Do you find it hard to keep your toddler entertained? There’s only so many times you can play the same games over and over again before you start to feel like you’re slowly going insane. When the days are dragging on and you’re struggling to think of new and exciting games you and your little one can play, the ideas below may just save your sanity… 
Does your baby get overly fussy when you try to put them down? All newborns need to be held, but sometimes this “need” can become more of a habit. If you’ve reached the point where your little one is constantly wanting to be held and cries every time you put them down, don’t worry. There are ways to break this habit, but as with any baby parenting issue, it’s going to take time and patience to get through it! 
Becoming a parent is terrifying, especially when you didn’t have the best upbringing yourself. There’s a lot of pressure placed onto new parents these days and for new dads it can be especially tough.
Taking your newborn outside for the first time can be terrifying…
When you’re pregnant, there’s a lot of things you prepare for. You have nine months to get both yourself and your home prepared for a newborn. From baby-proofing the home to buying buggies, diapers and even planning how you’ll get your little one home – there’s just so much to get in order before your baby arrives.
All parents worry about whether their child is developing correctly at the right speed. During the toddler years, you start to really notice significant development changes. It’s important to realize that each child develops at their own pace so there is no strict rule on when they should be doing certain things. However, there are a few things you can watch out for that could indicate motor development issues.
When you have a baby, one of your main concerns is keeping them safe. The minute your little one is placed into your arms, your parenting instincts kick in and all you can think about is protecting them against the dangers of the world. What you might not have considered is that a lot of the dangers your little bundle of joy is going to face in the early stages of their life are actually found in your home.
Do you dread dinner time with your toddler? Don’t worry you’re not alone! Toddlers are renowned for their picky eating habits, often turning mealtimes into a constant battle. You want them to eat healthy, but every time you present something that’s even remotely nutritional, you’re faced with tantrums, they refuse to eat it and worse – it ends up all over the floor!
The majority of parenting tips you come across tend to be catered to moms. It’s not surprising, but it can be insulting for all the dedicated dads out there.