Are you struggling to make your life easier during your baby’s first three months? Well, you’re not alone! Most parents, or should we say, almost all parents experience this dilemma.
It’s now clear to you that being a parent isn’t as easy as you’ve imagined a couple of months ago. Why? Here are some explanations.
Every woman’s pregnancy journey is a little different. For some, it’s a wonderful, exciting journey that they breeze through with very minimal side effects. For others, it’s hard just getting out of bed every morning due to unbearable morning sickness.
While you come to expect a lot of potentially nasty side effects and discomfort, there’s a surprising number of ailments and experiences you can go through in pregnancy which you may not be aware of. So, here, we’ll look at 10 things nobody tells you about pregnancy to ensure you’re well-prepared.
Winter can be a magical time, but it can also be a nightmare if you’re the parent of a toddler! As their immune systems aren’t as strong as an adult’s, toddlers are a lot more prone to pick up airborne infections. This means if there’s a cold or flu virus going around, you can guarantee your little one is going to pick it up and spread it to the rest of the family.
Now, it’s practically impossible to stop your toddler getting sick at least once during the winter. Even if you manage to stop them getting within 4-6 feet of somebody who is sneezing, coughing or sniffling, the actual infection often starts before symptoms show. So, at any time your toddler could be exposed to an infection without you even realizing it.
However, this isn’t to say you can’t take precautionary measures and limit the amount your toddler is sick this winter. Below, you’ll discover 10 ways to keep your little one as healthy as possible as the colder, germ-prone months set in.
Prior to 1969, German Measles, also known as Rubella, was a common, contagious disease which quickly spread amongst pre-school and elementary school children. However, since a vaccine was released in 1969, the condition has become pretty rare in the US.
Most commonly, it affects young adults and children who have not received the German Measles vaccine. Those in confined spaces such as schools and military bases, tend to be at an increased risk of developing the condition.
So, what exactly is German Measles and what symptoms should you look out for? Find out everything you need to know below.
What are some fun ways to encourage a toddler to put their toys away?
Raising a toddler seems to appear fun and exciting since you get to have a “little adult” companion in your home. Toddlers are natural followers, especially when it comes to household chores that adults do every day. They love to participate in cooking, washing the dishes and doing the laundry.
On the other hand, parents of toddlers would agree that when it comes to putting their toys away after play time, it seems to be the hardest job ever! And worse, they may throw a tantrum if you insist that they ought to be responsible for their toys. Sounds pretty stressful, isn’t it?
Are you worried about keeping your baby warm and healthy this winter? It’s common for parents to worry when the colder weather starts to set in; especially in areas where snow is a common occurrence during the winter months. However, the good news is it’s really not as difficult as you might think to ensure your little one is warm, snug and healthy.
You don’t have to stay stuck indoors either. In fact, a little winter air is great for both you and baby. So, rather than hibernating for a few months (however tempting that may be!), check out the tips below on how to keep baby warm and healthy this winter.
Giving birth should be a wonderful, life-changing experience that you can treasure forever. However, unless you have a plan, there’s a lot of things that can actually go wrong on the day of the birth.
A birthing plan gives you the opportunity to communicate your wants and needs while ensuring everyone knows what they’re supposed to do. It can also help you to get organized and provides you with peace of mind that you’re well-prepared for the day.
However, when it comes to actually creating a birthing plan, it can be difficult to know where to start. What should you include and how exactly should you write it out? If you’re struggling, below you’ll discover some top tips to create the perfect birthing plan.
Let’s be realistic – you’re never going to be able to get your toddler to fully understand and practice certain manners. For example, getting them to chew with their mouth closed just isn’t going to happen! However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t some things your toddler is ready and willing to learn.
First and foremost, it’s important to focus on teaching your toddler the idea of manners, rather than the manners themselves. They already have a general idea of what manners are, but if you can expand on what they already know, they’ll find it much easier to practice manners when they’re old enough.
So, here, we’ll focus on the best ways to teach the idea of manners to your toddler. Remember, as with everything you try to teach a toddler -patience and persistence are going to be needed!
Being a parent is hard work at the best of times. However, when you’re suffering from anxiety, it can make the job a million times more difficult.
Not only does it make each day tough to get through, but it can also really damage your experience as a parent. When you’re so busy worrying and trying to fight anxiety, you’re missing out on some of the greatest, happiest moments with your little one.
Of course, some level of anxiety as a parent is completely natural. You’re going to worry about your child and whether they’re healthy and happy. However, if the anxiety is a little more extreme and it’s affecting your daily life, it’s time to start dealing with the problem.
It’s not easy admitting you may need help to battle an anxiety disorder. However, you need to know that it’s a lot more common than you might think and these days, there’s plenty of help available. Not sure where to start? Below, you’ll discover 10 essential tips for parents struggling with anxiety.
Trying to decide which type of bottle you should be using to feed your baby? It’s been a topic of debate amongst parents for a while now, with many unsure which is actually better. At one time, baby bottles were simply made from glass – there were no alternatives. Now, there’s a range of plastic and glass varieties available, so how do you know which is better?
Here, you’ll discover everything you need to know about both plastic and glass bottles to help you make the best decision.
Being the parent of a toddler is a wonderful, yet an extremely challenging job. Love them as you do, some days they can drive you absolutely crazy!
The endless battles, tantrums and constant destruction can push even the calmest parent to their limit. However, before you lose it completely, there’s a few tips you might want to try out.
Yelling may make you feel better for a few seconds, but sadly it very rarely proves effective when it comes to discipline. It’s also been proven via numerous studies to have a detrimental effect on your toddler.
Remaining calm on the other hand, allows you to make your point in a more productive way. It’s not easy, but with a little practice, the tips below can help you to stop yelling and discipline your toddler more effectively.
The CDC has recently published new breast pumping guidelines after the tragic death of an infant. After feeding from a bottle, the infant contracted a rare and extremely dangerous infection due to contaminated pump parts. This sparked a thorough investigation, including looking into the information currently available to nursing moms.
The investigation revealed a surprising lack of guidance regarding how to safely clean pumping equipment. So, to help avoid another tragedy, the CDC has introduced its own set of guidelines.
Here, you’ll discover everything you need to know about these new breast pumping guidelines from the CDC.
Although it’s completely natural to gain weight during pregnancy, it can be a little worrying when you start to see those pounds piling on.
Weight gain is one of the main concerns women have when they become pregnant. It’s understandable, as the weight you put on during pregnancy can considerably alter your appearance. However, what you need to remember is that weight gained during pregnancy is usually temporary and will start to fall off within the months following the birth.
However, this really depends upon how much weight you gain, as well as the cause. Here, you’ll discover everything you need to know about how much weight you can expect to gain during pregnancy and what’s considered normal.
8It’s almost time for one of the biggest events of the year – Halloween! The excitement is already starting to build, as children and adults alike prepare for the spooky, yet awesome holiday.
If this is your toddler’s first Halloween, you’re no doubt excited to see them all dressed up and really joining in this year. From pumpkin carving to trick or treating, there’s plenty you and your little one can do to mark this annual holiday. However, before you get too carried away with all of the things you and your toddler can do for their first Halloween, there’s a few things you should really keep in mind.
Remember, Halloween may be a fun time for you, but for a toddler it has the potential to be a little too spooky! So, if you want to make sure your little one has a memorable and enjoyable first Halloween without becoming overwhelmed, below you’ll discover some great tips you’ll want to follow. [Read more…]
Finding out you’re pregnant can be both exciting and daunting. Suddenly, you need to worry about what you’re putting into your body, as well as the environment you’re surrounded by. There’s so many things you start to worry about as you strive to make sure your baby develops healthily in the womb.
There’s also the potentially nasty side effects to think about, as well as the effect stress could have on both you and your unborn baby. It can be overwhelming and many moms-to-be are understandably confused as to what they should and shouldn’t be doing.
So, if you’re looking to enjoy a healthy pregnancy, below you’ll discover 15 awesome tips that will help! [Read more…]