Preparing for the birth of your new baby can be both exciting and daunting with so many ways new parents need to prepare. You need to prepare both the home and the car. Babies are fully dependent on mom and dad, which means that without babyproofing the family's home and car, accidents can occur. Many parents are unknowingly securing their child in the car seat incorrectly. This can lead to death if there is a car accident. We'll go over these safety tips, including safe sleep advice, car … [Read more...]
The pros and cons of hiring a postpartum nanny
There are many things to consider when you become a parent, and one of the big decisions is whether or not to hire a nanny. You may lean on yourself and your partner, grandparents, nannies, or count on your forces. This article collected all the possible pros and cons of having a specialized, experienced postpartum nanny. So come along, and perhaps you will find the clear point you were looking for! PROS: Let's start with the obvious statement. A postpartum nanny can be a real lifesaver … [Read more...]
11 Simple Self-Care Ideas for Busy Mothers
For busy mothers, time is invaluable, and practicing self-care usually falls at the bottom of their priority lists. However, constant stress, fatigue, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion can lead to serious health concerns if left unaddressed. We must make time for ourselves, despite our busy schedules, to ensure that our needs are being met so we can continue to efficiently care for our family. Here are 11 self-care ideas you can start practicing as a busy mother. Get moving Health experts … [Read more...]
Tax Breaks For Lone Parents
As a lone parent, there are several tax breaks and benefits that you may be entitled to claim, which can help make ends meet. These include the Child Care Tax Credit, the Working Tax Credit, Income Support, Universal Credit, and Housing Benefit, among others. Be sure to particularly check whether you qualify before making any claims." In this blog post, we'll take a look at each of these in turn and explain how they can help you financially if you're a lone parent. So, the government has … [Read more...]
Steps for Making Your Life Easier As a Parent
Any parent would tell you that life in their shoes is incredibly difficult. You're responsible for your children's daily needs and must balance the chaos that can sometimes be associated with working, running errands, and taking care of your family. Knowing how challenging each day can be, you've likely wondered how you could make your life much easier on more than one occasion. While parenthood will never be without its turbulence, you might notice a significant difference in how each day … [Read more...]
6 Important Breastfeeding Tips and Tricks For New Moms
Breastfeeding Advice For New Mothers For new mothers who will start breastfeeding soon, it can be challenging and even sometimes overwhelming to know where to begin. As with all things in life, getting truly �in sync� with your newborn while breastfeeding might take a little bit of practice and a lot of patience as you learn how to do something completely new together. With a little guidance and support, you and your baby will be able to get into the breastfeeding routine that works best f … [Read more...]
6 Facts About Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is any moderate or severe depression experienced by the mother in the weeks and months following birth. It is a common occurrence in new moms, which is important to remember if you're having these sorts of feelings. After birth, the body is going through a drastic change in estrogen levels, which can cause mood swings. Also, the psychological adjustments of becoming a mother and the fatigue from childbirth can easily contribute to these feelings of anxiety and … [Read more...]
9 Ways to Unwind As A Mom
Being a mom is one of the most hectic and stressful �occupations� you could possibly have. We put �occupations� in scare quotes simply because being a mom isn't actually a job, of course; you don't get paid for it, and there's no �career ladder� to climb. Still, it can sometimes feel like there's more work to do as a mom than there is in a regular job, and so it's important to set aside time for unwinding. It can be hard to know what to do when you're exhausted at the end of a long … [Read more...]
