I am seven months pregnant, and I was wondering what I should start buying? What is the most important buy now?” At seven months, it seems like birth is so close. You’ve heard how pregnancy is nine months, so it would seem like you should have two months to go, right? But the reality is that at 38 … [Read more…]
Breastfeeding Supplies: The Checklist
If you plan to breastfeed, really all you need are breasts. But pumps, pillows, special nursing shirts and milk storage can make breastfeeding more convenient and comfortable. If you plan to pump at home it’s also helpful to figure out where you’ll do it ahead of time: you’ll need a chair to sit in, … [Read more…]
What Do You Need to Have in Your Nursery?
Decorating a nursery is one of the most fun parts of expecting. But where do you start? What do you need? First, the basics– a crib, a mattress, a crib sheet or two, somewhere to change the baby and a place to put clean and dirty diapers and a dresser or armoire for clothes. A rocking chair is … [Read more…]
Eight No-Fail Toddler Toys
If you have a toddler (generally considered between the ages of 12-36 months) or you’re trying to think for a present for one, here are some no-fail suggestions: A “pounding bench”– also known as a hammer toy. You probably had one as a kid. You show the child how to put in the pegs and then … [Read more…]
When and How to Transition to a Sippy Cup?
Most pediatricians recommend starting to transition baby from a bottle to a sippy cup at around 6 or 7 months and banning the bottle by a year. There are two problems with bottles: they let milk or formula pool around teeth, which can cause decay, and the constant sucking motion can make baby’s … [Read more…]