Starting solids is an exciting time but one of stress for many parents. What foods to start with, what form should the food be in, allergies, choking risks…these are all worries that accompany this new stage in… Read More »First Foods Around the World
Postpartum depression was discussed in my birth classes and with my other pregnant mom friends extensively when I was due with my first baby. I felt very educated about it but was anxious because I… Read More »The Silent Epidemic: Postpartum Depression
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Now that the weather is finally warming up and everyone’s planning for their summer activities, it’s time to think about using sunscreens again. You can spend days researching… Read More »The Best Sunscreens: Reviews and Ratings
Getting both of my children out of the house is one battle I never thought I would have to fight. It is harder than it looks when one child just decides he is not ready… Read More »Get Out of the House!
Simplifying daily parenting routines like getting the kids out the door or bedtime routines is something I struggle with constantly. Sharon Peters from Parents Helping Parents has shared her thoughts with us on this. There are many things… Read More »Correcting Children and Picking Your Battles
Is there a “right” time and is there a “right” way to wean? Sara Chana Silverstein, a New York based, international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC), classical homeopath, herbalist, lecturer, author, wife and mother of seven… Read More »Weaning – When and How?
I recently discussed best practices when trying to talk to my children about their behavior and actions with Sharon Peters from Parents Helping Parents and she was able to offer me some very eye-opening advice. … Read More »Parents Sometimes Say Too Much
When I was pregnant with my first a friend of mine with an older child shared with me a wonderful idea! She writes a letter to her son every year on his birthday and seals… Read More »A Gift I’m Going to Give My Children Every Year
Nathan Horne, Brooklyn dad of two (and my husband) isn’t one to stand on a soapbox but GMO’s have been a hot topic everywhere (including in our household) and here are his thoughts. As many… Read More »Occupy Monsanto? One Dad’s View on GMO’s
Avoiding Food Fights with Family Ahh, the everlasting battle at dinner time. And what do you do when it involves your partner too? Alice Kaltman of Family Matters NYC gives us her take. This article… Read More »Food Fights