Category: New Mom?

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Dealing With Post-partum Depression

When you have a baby, you end up going through an emotional roller coaster. One minute you’re extremely happy and overjoyed to see your little one, and the next minute you’re breaking into tears. Fortunately, this is all normal. However, if you continue to feel sad, worried, anxious, or extremely exhausted, it could be something […]

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Just What Is The Free Range Parenting Method?

The “Free Range” Parenting Method   One of the most controversial parenting methods is the “Free Range” style of parenting.  This style of parenting promises you that you can have children who are safe, independent, and self reliant without worrying about them.  Personally this is not something that I would be able to do but […]

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10 Celebrity Moms Unafraid of Nursing

I’m an advocate for breastfeeding. It is the most nutritional thing you can give your newborn baby, and offers a wide variety of health benefits. So it’s no surprise I love hearing when celebrities take the time to provide the very best for their children. Here are 10 celebrity moms who are avid supporters and […]

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Cool Facts About Twins You Never Heard Before

I don’t know what it is about them, but I have always found twins fascinating. As I look around, I seem to see more and more twins these days. Celebrities are having them, YouTube features videos with them, and it seems like everyone is always going gaga over twins wearing matching outfits. However, there are […]

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The Drug Talk: Best Approaches To Educating Your Kids About Drugs

In 5th grade my son started DARE classes at school and I was a bit overwhelmed with the thought about talking to him about drugs.  I will admit that I was not a saint when I was a teen and I fear that my children will make some of the poor decisions that I did. […]

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Cyber Bullying…Is It Really That Serious?

As parents we all want what is best for our children.  While we might not always understand them it is important that we listen to them when they are talking to us.  It can be especially important in the case of cyber bullying.  I will admit that I did not realize that it was as […]

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Tips to Teach Toddlers Their ABCs

One of the best things that you can do for your toddler is begin to teach them their ABCs.  This is because the younger that they learn their letters, the better that they are going to do when it comes time to read and write.  There are some things that you should consider when teaching […]

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Things You May Want To Reconsider When Parenting

One of the main goals as a parent is to raise your child is to teach your child what they need to know for when they become an adult and are able to venture out into the world without any problems. Sometimes kids can get a sense of entitlement because of how they are brought […]

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Must-Have Travel Gear for Baby

The Bloom Coco Go Baby Lounger is perfect for bouncing babe and keeping him happy. Plus, it’s light and folds flat for easy packing. ($200, bloombaby.com) Pack blankets, like the Aden + Anais Brilliant Blue Classic Swaddle, washed in your usual laundry detergent—familiar smells are soothing to your mini mate. ($22, adenandanais.com) When it’s time […]

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Benefits and risks of circumcision

Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin from the male sex organs. If circumcision is to be carried out, it is advised that it be done when the baby is a day or two old. The later it is done, the worse it becomes for the health of the baby. The issue of circumcision […]

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Exclusive: The Next Big Thing From Stokke

We’re huge fans of Stokke‘s modern and functional products over here at Mother, so we’re thrilled to offer you this exclusive sneak peek video of the brand’s latest stroller, the Stokke Trailz, a versatile all-terrain baby-carting vehicle coming out this fall. Outdoorsy moms, do you need one of these in your life? The post Exclusive: […]

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What To Read While Expecting, 15 Top Pregnancy Books!

With all of the pregnancy and parenting how-to books on the market, shizz can get confusing. And it can be even more confusing when you’re a first-time mom. With that in mind, we’ve gathered some of the greatest new-mama must-reads that will help answer all of your questions (and then some), and help prepare you and your partner for […]

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