The Four-Month Sleep Regression

Dear moms of young babies, I’m a toddler mom who wanted to warn you of something no one told me about before my tiny human got to your stage. My little angel slept like a dream (for a newborn). She’d get up every 3 hours or so, eat, be changed, and...

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Aromatherapy for the Average Mom: Blends and Baths

Many of my friends and facebook friends are using essential oils and selling essential oils. I’ve learned that just because they are selling an essential oil, doesn’t mean they’re an expert on safely using those oils.According to the Tisserand Institute, a leading group in essential oil safety, the incidents of...

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Establishing a Routine for Baby (Not a Schedule)

Life with a new little baby can be a challenge, but creating a good routine can help make it a little easier. Developing a good routine is important for both you and your baby, and it will also make it easier for other caregivers to remain consistent when someone else...

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What Should Go in Your Diaper Bag for an Afternoon Out?

  I don’t like to overpack. But, we live in the middle of nowhere, and have a toddler who still takes two naps a day. If you’ve got a little one, here are a few tips and must-haves I’ve learned for short outings. I know it’s tempting to carry around your...

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