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6 Signs Your Toddler's Ready for Potty Training

 

Ah, potty training. One of the most challenging milestones because it can be a long drawn out and frustrating process for both you and your toddler. There are a lot of different approaches out there that parents swear by. And maybe you've bought he perfect potty chair and settled on an approach. But remember, whatever plan you choose, if your child's just not ready, those diapers will be sticking around for a while. Consider the answers to the following questions when deciding when to take the potty training leap. Read More... 

  


Baby Nurse Question: What will happen if my baby doesn't Newborn start breastfeeding well right away after birth? Will she need to have formula?

 

Ok I'll say it. That ideal image many moms to-be have of breastfeeding baby just moments after birth is not very realistic. Yes, skin to skin contact is great for mom and baby if it's possible. And if baby's interested in latching on, all the better. But the truth is that most babies aren't all that interested in feeding immediately after birth. And depending on your experience of labor and birthing, and whether or not you need to have your perineum repaired, you may not be up for it either. And that's ok. Read More...

 

 

On Motherhood and "Treading Water"

I read a blog post recently about motherhood, especially in the early days, and how it seems like a constant motion of treading water. Trying to keep your head above. And it struck me. Because whether you're in the thick of it or looking back on it, it's a perfect anal ogy for most. Whether you end up staying at home with baby for the first few years, work from home or return to work pretty early on. The balance of it all is a lot. I've been there. And millions of other women have been there and are going through the same thing. Creating a support network, whether it's friends, family or care givers can help you keep treading. You can read Rachel Martin's full, insightful post here


13 Delivery Room Tips for Dads

Because he's attended countless couples as they navigate labor and birth, I asked William Camann, M.D., Director of Obstetric Anesthesia at The Brigham and Women's Hospital to weigh in on some of his tips for dads, which includes getting to the hospital. Read More... 
 

 

The Importance of Bed Rails & What Type to Choose 

From Bobby Bedrails

Sleeping is our body's way of saying that we need to start replenishing lost energy and need to rest our tired body from a day of hard work. As for children, sleeping is a way of resting their bodies not only to replenish energy, but also to help them grow stronger and healthier. However, even in our child's sleep it is still our responsibility as parents to ensure that they are as safe as they can be since there are still dangers lurking when they are asleep like falling off the bed accidentally. Luckily, this can be prevented by using bed rails. Read More...

 

All the Best,

 

Carole

 

Carole Arsenault, RN, IBCLC 

Author of The Baby Nurse Bible 

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