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The Best Children’s Books about Outer Space

Jun 16, 2021

Does your child enjoy space, planets, and the universe? Here are space books for preschoolers to read with your curious space explorer. Something about outer space freaks me out. I mean, we're talking endless expanse of the universe. More suns than grains of sand on our planet. And just how long space has been around (hint: way longer than the billions of years we've imagined). But my kids? They can't get enough of space. Their concept of space and time aren't as detailed as yours and mine, but they love learning about our solar system, shooting stars, and rockets galore. They can … [Read more...]

How to Stop Feeling Stressed and Enjoy Motherhood Instead

Motherhood

Jun 15, 2021

Parenting stress can make it hard to enjoy motherhood and being a mom. Learn how to stop feeling stressed and be more carefree. There's something about stress that makes your day ten times worse than it needs to be. One time, I drove to the library to drop off overdue books only to find that it was closed. Great, I thought. Now I have to go back another day. I just wasted 20 minutes driving here for nothing. I can barely manage my time. Then, the stress filters to the rest of your day. I got frustrated with my son when we had to walk back to his classroom for a forgotten lunch bag. … [Read more...]

Newborn Feeding Every 2 Hours? Top Solutions That Will Help

Eating

Jun 14, 2021

Is your newborn feeding every 2 hours at night? Whether breastfed or formula-fed, lean how to stretch feedings and sleep a little longer. Every 2 hours. Almost on cue, your newborn will wake up after 2 hours screaming for yet another feeding. It doesn't help when moms of other babies—even younger than yours—are stretching their feeds, sometimes up to five hours at night. Yes, she's still in the newborn stage, so you understand that her tummy is small and her sleep is erratic. But weeks, even months, into parenthood and your little one still wakes up every 2 hours on the dot. And … [Read more...]

How to Involve Dads at Home

Family Life

Jun 11, 2021

Do you find yourself doing everything, and leaving your partner out of the picture? Here's how to involve dads at home — and why you should. "What's the matter?" my husband had asked me. I had been huffing and puffing around the house, upset that he hadn't figured out what was bothering me. Shouldn't he just know why I felt upset and take care of it? Of course not, I quickly realized. No person is a mind reader, nor is it fun trying to read between the lines. (I could just picture what that would look like—"Let's see... what could I be in trouble about?") Dads should contribute to … [Read more...]

You Know You’re a Twin Mom When…

Twins

Jun 10, 2021

Being a mom of twins is no easy task! Take a look at things only a twin mom would understand, from a twin pregnancy to managing two toddlers. "I have good news..." my doctor began during my first sonogram. "...and even better news: you're having twins!" As difficult as the first seven weeks of my pregnancy had been, I never thought it was because I was carrying two. I figured it was the second pregnancy, or maybe I was carrying a girl this time. But the minute she said those words, I was thrust into life with twins. Suddenly I wasn't a "regular" singleton mom, nor would I have the … [Read more...]

How to Gently Handle Separation Anxiety in Babies

Development

Jun 09, 2021

Separation anxiety, though normal, can surprise many parents. Learn how to gently handle separation anxiety in babies with these tips. My eight-month-old twins had been champion nappers. I'd put them in their cribs and close the door, reassured they could put themselves to sleep in five minutes tops. So, imagine my surprise when one of them cried after I left the room. He continued to wail and scream, with check-ins only making it worse. After he "woke up," he played happily in the living room, but fussed if I walked away to the kitchen. What happened to my sweet little boy who … [Read more...]

Transitioning to a Toddler Bed at 18 Months

Sleeping

Jun 08, 2021

Wondering if it’s possible to start transitioning to a toddler bed at 18 months? Take a look at the signs your child is ready, and the best practices to do so. Transitioning my eldest to a toddler bed came with the inevitable tears. The first was convincing him to sleep in the bed at bedtime. Next came the predictable middle-of-the-night wake-up, from drawn-out cries to five-second sniffles. And finally, the early wake-ups meant hearing him cry as early as 5:30 in the morning. Let's just say the transition wasn't exactly easy peasy. Thankfully he adjusted, but it reminded me why … [Read more...]

When Your 3 Year Old Wakes up Crying Every Night

Preschooler

Jun 07, 2021

Is your child suddenly waking up inconsolably for hours? Learn what to do when your 3 year old wakes up crying every night. You wish you could say it was one passing night, but nope. For the last several weeks, your 3 year old wakes up crying every night, calling for you. He'll either get out of his room and into yours, or sit in his bed inconsolably until you come in. Sure, once in a while, you sense a genuine fear in his tears. But for the most part, you could tell he's simply whining and whimpering for your attention. You'll go in his room and reassure him everything is okay before … [Read more...]

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