I Have a Happy Spitter! Should I Be Concerned?

 I Have a Happy Spitter! Should I Be Concerned?
As a first time mom, you may be wondering if everything your baby is doing is normal. Are they supposed to spit up so much? Is it normal for them to be so fussy? Should you be concerned if your baby spits up frequently? In this blog, I'll explore what causes baby spit-up and offer some tips on how to deal with it. So, if you're wondering if your happy spitter is cause for concern, read on!
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Is Bed-Sharing Safe?

Is Bed-Sharing Safe?
You may not have planned to bed-share, but you've likely found yourself in a bed-sharing or pseudo bed-sharing situation at one point or another in your life w/ baby. You probably have questions of whether it is safe or causing bad habits, or perhaps you feel guilty or ashamed about it.  Read on to learn how not only can bed-sharing be done safely, but if can often lead to more sleep for everyone.
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You Cannot ‘Teach or Train’ Your Baby To Do Something Their Brain Can’t Yet Handle

You Cannot ‘Teach or Train’ Your Baby To Do Something Their Brain Can’t Yet Handle
You Cannot ‘Teach or Train’ Your Baby To Do Something Their Brain Can’t Yet Handle.....

You may have read the title of this blog and thought, okay yes, that makes sense. Good for you if you did!  But then why are you still focused (ahem... obsessed or perhaps you are confused - totally valid by the way) on teaching your baby to be independent or to self-soothe so that they can learn to sleep through the night independently.  Why?  Well that answer is easy! Read the blog to find out more...

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Why Preparing For Postpartum Is Just As Important As Preparing For Birth

Why Preparing For Postpartum Is Just As Important As Preparing For Birth

You weren’t meant to travel the postpartum time alone....


We spend all this time preparing for birth. Once we give birth, we are handed our baby and sent on our merry way.  We are essentially left to figure everything out on our own! 

 

There is little wonder that new mothers, many of whom have little or no experience with babies or children, are often physically exhausted and emotionally depleted. They may find themselves easily anxious and confused about ‘doing what is right’. 

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Does Swaddling Cause Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)?

Does Swaddling Cause Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)?

Swaddling has become a bit of a controversial topic these days. Some people and professionals are still using and recommending this age-old practice, and some have done a 180 and turned completely against it.


Historically, swaddling has been used all over the world, in various cultures, for thousands of years, with the goal of calming a baby, and reducing night wakings by promoting a deeper sleep.


Lately though, particularly here in our Western culture, there have been a lot of questions as to whether swaddling is safe or whether it is detrimental to a baby’s development.  And I have even been hearing and reading about some healthcare professionals saying that swaddling causes sensory processing disorder.  Eek!!! #saywhat?
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7 Keys to Survival When Your Baby Isn’t Sleeping

7 Keys to Survival When Your Baby Isn’t Sleeping

Sleepless parents, this blog is for you! 


You were prepared for life to change with your new baby. But, of all the changes, sleep loss has you the most frustrated, and you’re constantly searching the internet for solutions. Googling things like, “How do I get my baby to sleep at night.” 


It seems like some families don’t face the sleep struggle. Either their baby is sleeping like an angel, or they simply need less rest.


But you and your loved ones are struggling in the sleep department. Your newborn is up all night or only sleeps 40 minutes at a time. You are wondering how you can function through one more day with heavy eyelids and a cloudy brain. The good news is that you are in the right place! 


Keep reading for some helpful tips....

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