Horray! You’re baby is starting to eat solids! It’s an exciting time and one (hopefully) both you and your baby love. My little guy loved eating table food – still does. And to our benefit, he has a pretty broad palate (at least for now – hopefully that keeps up)! But as much fun as it has been to introduce him to new foods, it’s been kind of a pain finding utensils that worked best. We’ve had cups that leaked or had spouts that left him sputtering and soaked with overflowing water, and bibs ... READ MORE
What to Expect When Your Baby is Learning to Walk
Little Man started learning to walk he would go between me and Hubbaloo This started right around when he was 13 months old. The first day, literally, that he started – he face planted hard into the base of the couch. Poor kiddo promptly got an enormous, unicorn horn-style bump in the middle of his head. And man did I feel terrible. It didn’t help that he promptly stopped even trying to walk for a good three or four days. He had clearly decided that this walking thing that everyone else was ... READ MORE
What to Take From the Hospital For Your Baby After Delivery
One of the best suggestions that I got as it related to heading into the hospital to have my son was about what to take from hospital after delivery. There are plenty of hospital freebies that will be provided to you after delivery. Most of the things that will take up room in your bag will be things you need to make sure to snag for mom, but definitely save room in your bag for a couple of items to bring home for your baby too! Diapers and Wipes Your room will be equipped with diapers ... READ MORE
Minimalist Newborn Essentials
Follow my blog with Bloglovin When I was pregnant with my son I had this, at times, overwhelming fear that he would come and we would not have a single thing ready for him. How would I handle it if I went into labor before we had a crib? What about diapers? And wipes? Do I need a baby monitor right away? Or is that something I can snag through Amazon Prime after he comes? I found myself to be so wound up about something that I knew was unlikely to happen. Even if you’re not in a panic about ... READ MORE
How to Help a New Mom — 11 Ways to be a Good Friend After Baby
When I was a new mom, I was exhausted (still am), uncomfortable, full of self-doubt, and in desperate need of help. The best thing in the world for me would have been if someone let me snuggle this brand new love while they cleaned my house, fed me, changed diapers, and to take the baby and soothe him when he was crying. Instead, I felt like I had to do it all on my own. We had far too many house guests staying far too late at night that were not being especially helpful. I love them, but many ... READ MORE
After Starting Solids: What to Expect
This post is based on personal experience and not to be taken as medical advice. Consult with your pediatrician when making decisions involving your child’s health. Starting solids is an exciting time. There are funny facial reactions and excitement as you broaden your little one’s world a bit. But it can also be stressful. Not only are you left trying to figure out what kinds of food to feed your baby, and trying to gauge if he or she enjoys what you’re offering (tip: give each food a ... READ MORE
