I am very thankful to have the pleasure of working with such wonderful families and beautiful babies through Boston Baby Nurse, and that I get to work among top-notch care givers throughout the area as well. I truly wish you and your family the happiest of holidays! 

3 Tips to Quell Baby's Stranger Anxiety This Holiday

Is your baby's stranger anxiety peaking just as great aunts, uncles and long lost cousins are arriving at your house for the holidays? It's a very normal reaction babies can have anywhere from 6 to 18 months, but it can be frustrating as a parents. Here are a few tips that can help your baby (and you!) feel more relaxed among the new faces...

Baby Nurse Question: 

This is our first Christmas with both a toddler and a baby so we want to make sure we're as baby proofed as possible while home and away. Any tips?   

A. It's smart to be thinking about this ahead of time and you're right-the holidays sometimes have us headed in all directions and it can be easy to overlook little, yet significant safety issues. Do enjoy your festive time with friends and family, but as you do, here are few areas you want to be aware of...

Gift Ideas for Baby

Unlike older kids, babies and young toddlers certainly don't have strong opinions about what holiday gifts they'd like to receive. But it's just fun to give (and refresh the toy supply!) So here are a few ideas on some great baby gifts for different age ranges:

• 0-3 months: Teething toys (babies love Sophie the Giraffe!) and board books (like Good Night North Pole).
• 3-6 months: Stacking cups, blocks and more board books .
• 9-18 months: Shape sorters, puzzles, books and push toys (Melissa & Doug make a cute one!)

How to Care for Baby's Teeth

After what can be months of teething, those first little pearly whites finally coming through for your little one is a satisfying (and cute!) milestone. From then on, starting a brushing routine is important not only for healthy teeth development but for overall health in the long run.

Buy a small beginner toothbrush with a chunky handle for little hands and a soft head of bristles for little teeth and gums! Read on...

Start Your Cookie Tradition This Year!

There's nothing like getting the whole family involved in baking and cooking as an annual tradition. It's something everyone will always remember and the scents and taste associated just add to that. Sugar cookies are a fun way to start even for the littlest chefs. Latrice Fowler of shares her simple sugar cookie recipe (and many others!) on her blog Raising Chefs. Check it out and start your family tradition today!