Every parent wants their precious cargo well-secured for travel. Knowing the best types of seats and orientation in the car at various stages can be overwhelming. Safety, comfort and ease of use can help keep your child secure and you… read more
Lindsey Johnson
Is Back Pain in Pregnancy Inevitable?
Back pain is one of the most common complaints of pregnancy. Cedars-Sinai reports that 50% to 80% of women experience some back discomfort during gestation. Is it inevitable? How can you prevent it and treat it? When should you talk… read more
A Meditation Guide for Tween
Life can be hard. During the tween years, hormones are wreaking havoc on young bodies and emotions. School increases in intensity, social cliques form, kids get more involved in sports and afterschool activities. Tweens may also start using social media… read more
Digging for Gold: Colostrum Harvesting 101
When a mother gives birth, her breasts excrete a thick, yellowish- white substance called colostrum. Also known as “liquid gold,” it serves as the baby's first meal. During pregnancy, the body develops colostrum and starts excreting it in the third… read more
How to Tame the Mean Green: Anti-Nausea Foods
The first pregnancy clue often comes in an unpleasant package with a sense of queasiness or a rush to the bathroom. For many women, the first trimester may be a series of green days due to hormone fluctuations and bodily… read more
The ABC’s of Acne: Causes and Prevention
According to the Mayo Clinic, the definition of acne is “a skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Acne is most common among teenagers, though it affects… read more
How to Handle New Parent Stress
From the moment you found out that a baby was on the way, you were likely filled with lots of emotions, including stress. How will we afford this new child? What are the plans for childcare and taking time off… read more
Family Financial Planning Starts Now
For many new parents, one of the first questions you may ask after seeing that positive pregnancy test is, “How can we afford this?” Children are expensive and your financial investment often extends a lifetime. So, how can you best… read more
How to Ditch the Diapers
Diapers are a hassle on the journey to achieving the big kid underwear milestone—what is the best way to get your child there. and when should they stop wearing diapers? Make sure they’re ready While parents may be ready, not… read more
Is Discord Safe for My Child?
Discord, a new app on the scene, has exploded in popularity as a way for teens to connect through an online platform. But with every new social media program, we as parents have to ask whether or not it is… read more
