How much is too much?When it's time for you to do your housework, do you have to clean up the toys scattered all over your basement, living room, family room and kids' bedrooms before beginning to vacuum? I encourage you to look around your home and take stock of the mountains of … [Read more...] about How Much Is Too Much?
Parenting Babies
Making A Baby: Nutrition for Conception
If you're thinking of having another baby, you know from experience that a bit of advance planning goes a long way. What you may not know is that nutrition for conception is as important as nutrition during pregnancy, according to Lory Hayon, medical nutritionist and registered … [Read more...] about Making A Baby: Nutrition for Conception
Do Thumb-Sucking and Pacifiers Ruin Kids’ Teeth?
Since both of my boys sucked their thumbs, I've been aware of the effects of thumb-sucking and pacifier use on the development of children's teeth. When we first started taking our children to a dentist, the staff reinforced the importance of my boys transitioning out of this … [Read more...] about Do Thumb-Sucking and Pacifiers Ruin Kids’ Teeth?
Pat On the Back for Breastfeeding
A couple days ago I had the most unusual interaction while I was breastfeeding my toddler; the new mom sitting next to me said "Good for you!" Oddly enough, I was taken aback. After nursing my son and daughter for a combined forty-two months, I can honestly say that this was … [Read more...] about Pat On the Back for Breastfeeding
How to Coordinate Breastfeeding When Going Back to Work
Breast feeding is great for babies. It helps them build strong immune systems, and can help them avoid allergies, as well as a host of other benefits. So, while you know it is a great thing, it can be a hard decision to make when you know you will be returning to work in 6 short … [Read more...] about How to Coordinate Breastfeeding When Going Back to Work
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to