New Parent Habits: 5 Routines to Ease the Transition
New parents often get swept up in the chaos that can be having a new baby. You’re learning, they’re learning…you’re meeting for the first time! All changes in life come with a measure of zapping your brain space but a new baby? That’s a whole other level. We’ve developed a few helpful daily habits that can offer you a little peace as you navigate your new normal.
The Witching Hour: The Scariest Time of Day for New Parents
Nearly every parent can recall a moment during those early weeks of their baby’s life. Their sweet, innocent little bundle of joy seemed more like a terrifying little monster! Often referred to as the “Witching Hour”, this alarming time’s name is derived from folklore to mean the time of day when the ghosts, monsters, and […]
Why is My Baby Crying? | Reasons and How to Soothe Them
The question parents everywhere have to answer: why is my baby crying? Babies cry to communicate. It’s one way they tell you they need food, warmth, or attention. Because we know a baby’s cries mean that it needs something, it can also cause us stress, concern, and frustration. Ultimately, too much crying makes us and […]
What is Head Molding? Caput Succedaneum in Newborns
“Why does my baby’s head look like a cone?!” New parents are often confused when their new addition’s scalp features bruising, swelling, or an odd shape. Not to worry, Caput succedaneum and head molding are incredibly common (temporary!) adjustments your baby made during birth. Let’s break down what these terms mean and why there’s usually […]
Nanit Pro Baby Monitor: Essential or Overhyped?
With a sea of baby monitor options, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning. The Nanit Pro Camera was named NYT’s Wirecutter Best wifi video monitor so it’s not surprising the name surfaces at the top! With promises of advanced tracking, lowered anxiety, and crystal clear images, parents often wonder, “Is the Nanit Pro Camera […]
