Unfortunately in this day and age when most of us are working long hours, spending quality family time might be a bit of a challenge. However, this is very important. There is nothing wrong with chilling out or watching a movie together but – if possible – try to spend some time actively together as well every once in a while. Here we have collected 9 reasons as to why spending quality time with your family is beneficial for your…
Father’s day is around the corner and it’s time to come up with some interesting and fun gift ideas. There are many occasions from birthdays to Christmas when we can buy our significant other special and personal gifts. For father’s day, we have collected some ideas that make good presents specifically for dads! Go on an adventure For the dads who prefer a family outing to gifts why not invest in an experience? If you are looking for a simple…
Breastfeeding is often portrayed as something that comes to women naturally, and works out straight away. Unfortunately that’s not always the case and there are many potential challenges breastfeeding women have to face. We have collected some of the most common problems and some tips on how to handle them. Baby Not Latching Keep in mind, especially if you are a new mom that breastfeeding is new territory for both you and your baby. You both need to adapt, learn,…
Depending on where you’re from, your experience as a teenage mother can be vastly different. Even within each state, the general opinion on pregnant adolescents can be completely different, which makes it difficult sometimes to provide a comprehensive guide however we have collected some of the most common struggles teen moms have to face and some advice on how to handle them. In this article we are going to focus on women who decide to mother their babies. If you…
Becoming a mother is an extremely rewarding and beautiful experience however as there is no one comprehensive guide that works for all. It definitely has its ups and downs especially when you are a first-time mother with a newborn on your hand. Here we have collected some of the most common struggles a new mom has to face. Body Image Even if you managed to keep to your workout routine throughout your pregnancy your body has gone through some significant…
A birth plan is a document that contains everything you would like to happen before and during your labor and after birth. Creating a birth plan is by no means compulsory however it can be a great tool to help your healthcare providers understand your preferences and help you manage expectations. How to plan? It’s recommended to sit down with your doctor or midwife well before your due date and discuss all the details. A birth plan is a great…
In an ideal world, all babies would take to bottle-feeding instinctively without any further coercion needed. Unfortunately, this is not the case for most babies and it’s better to be prepared for this scenario in advance. Here we have collected some tips on how to get your baby to take a bottle. Timing It’s recommended to introduce the bottle into their feeding routine when they are around 1 month old. It’s a good idea, however, to start getting them familiar…
The sound of a crying baby can be heartbreaking. It’s difficult, as they are too young to communicate therefore a baby that doesn’t stop crying can be quite worrying especially for new parents. There are many reasons as to why a baby can be fussy. Here we have collected some of the most common reasons and some tips on how to soothe a crying baby. Check the Diaper The most common culprit causing babies to cry is a soiled diaper….
There are many reasons we would want to travel with kids nowadays. From visiting family members to traveling for leisure purposes they are all acceptable reasons why we would want to fly across the world with our children. Thankfully with a little bit of planning ahead this is easily doable. Here we collected some tips for traveling with a baby to make your journey as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Prepare Documents First and foremost don’t forget that for international…
One of the biggest questions we have to face when deciding to have children is whether we are financially ready for the commitment. Of course, we can’t prepare for every scenario but it’s important to be ready as bills can stack up when you have a newborn at hand. Here we have collected some tips for planning and budgeting for a mom to be. Your Finances First things first, you want to sit down and work out your current financial…