I am expecting a new baby and I am not sure how to make the transition smooth for my toddler. I know things can get rough. Help!! You are right. The transition can be a tough one, but there are ways to make it a bit easier. Keep in mind that while a new baby […]
Tag: Support
Moms’ Legal Rights in the Work Place: Teleclass Re-Cap
Pregnancy discrimination is illegal in every state in the union, yet it is thriving in workplaces all across the country. Many companies treat pregnancy as an inconvenience that costs them time and money. Too often, employers fire women when they become pregnant, or deceive them into resigning by misrepresenting the law, refuse to accommodate their […]
Ten Sleep Tips for Traveling with Tots
When a friend told me she packs a suitcase full of her daughterʼs favorite stuffed animals when they travel, I wasn’t surprised. My family resembles a traveling caravan at airports as we transport all our gear. With young children, you have to be prepared. Last spring, our three-hour nonstop flight from Mexico turned into an […]
Suggested Reading for Children and Parents About Going to the Doctor or Hospital
I have written blogs in the past about tips and suggestions along with coping techniques when you take your child to the doctor or the hospital. Books about healthcare experiences should present helpful information for children in a truthful and encouraging manner. The following is a list of good books for children and also for […]
Chummies Joins Girl Talk
Middle school stinks. Let’s be honest. While some of us reveled in this pre-teen phase, most of us remember cliques, insecurities, hurt feelings, low self-esteem, confusion, ‘trying to be cool,’ and DRAMA. Luckily for middle school girls today, there is a light at the end of the tunnel due to the determination of one remarkable […]
You Alone Can Do it, But You Can’t Do It Alone
I’m sure you’ve heard the African proverb, “It takes a whole village to raise a child.” Now, the actual village is up for grabs for me, but I wholeheartedly agree that all parents need support. What that support looks for you… well, that is what you will have to decide. The role of grandparents, friends, […]
Mindfully Thankful
Yes, it’s November! The costumes have been tucked away, the Halloween candy is slowly disappearing, and all of a sudden, you realize that the holidays are coming… FAST. Thoughts of presents, turkeys, cards, relatives, parties, and shopping begin to dizzyingly swirl in our heads. Pages of to-do lists fill our planners and cell phones. And […]
Preparing for the First Three Months: Teleclass Re-Cap
During this tip-filled teleclass, expert Dana Rosenbloom shared practical information on topics such as bathing a newborn without feeling like you need to be an octopus; including healthy sleep habits from the start; how to make tummy time comfortable for a baby who hates being on her belly; and whether you can really hold your […]