We found our new spirit animal, and she's a little girl from Michigan.Jamie Rabaut filmed her adorable daughter Audrey giving herself a pep talk in the mirror and it is teaching us a serious lesson in self-acceptance.Watch her confidently affirm herself about her cuteness, smartness and, obviously, perfection below. … [Read more...]
Baby/Toddler News & Advice
Babies, backpacking and blogs: Adventures on maternity leave and beyond
From backpacking around the world to writing a bestseller, more and more women are choosing to spend their maternity leave in a variety of unusual ways. BBC News speaks to the new mums who swapped sleepless nights for long-haul flights. For every mother who travels in the months following the birth of their child, there are many more who will rub their sleep-deprived eyes in … [Read more...]
Can You Safely Lose Weight While Breast-Feeding?
For new mothers who are breast-feeding, what are the best strategies for weight loss that will not jeopardize the milk supply? “Make sure breast-feeding is established before starting any weight loss plan,” said Cheryl Lovelady, a professor of nutrition at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, who studies postpartum weight loss. She encourages women to take time to … [Read more...]
It’s OK to sleep next to your infant child. In fact, it’s beneficial
Parents everywhere tend to think that the way they raise their children is the best way, and Americans are no exception. Contemporary American parents seek to optimize their children’s lives, treat them as equals, and reduce their risk of harm to zero; anything less may seem negligent. Yet many of the practices Americans hold as sacred are quite rare in other countries — and … [Read more...]
What New Moms Need To Know About Pumping Breast Milk
SUNDAY, Sept. 11, 2016 -- Breast pumps can be a big help to new mothers, but women who use them need to keep safety in mind, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says.Unless breast pumps are designed for multiple users, renting or sharing them can be dangerous -- even with family and friends, the agency warns."Contaminated breast pumps could cause you and your baby to … [Read more...]
