Being a parent is hands-down the most important job most of us will have in our lives. It’s a job that changes and evolves as our children grow, and unfortunately it’s a job that doesn’t come with a training manual.
Here, you’ll find articles about welcoming a new baby to your family. We’ve got tips on helping your toddler adjust to a new baby, and a collection of fantastic big brother/big sister books to prepare for the arrival of a new sibling. Once your second child arrives, you’ll undoubtedly relate to the hilarious differences between parenting your first child and your second. If you’re considering adding baby #3, read this post first.
We’ve compiled some important information every parent should know, about car seat safety and febrile seizures.
If your child is heading off to kindergarten soon, here are six very important things you need to know. You should also pin this post about school paper organization – trust me, you’re going to need it!
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If you’re anything like me, you’re probably getting your Christmas shopping lists finalized so you’re ready to jump on Black Friday sales. To help you out with stocking stuffers for kids, we’ve created an ultimate list of more than 127 stocking stuffer ideas. As you’ll […]
I LOVE Christmas. Possibly more than any fully grown adult should. I love the music, the decorations, the magic, the thrill of finding the perfect present for somebody, and – of course – the time spent with family and friends. What I don’t love is the […]
A vacation isn’t a vacation if nobody is sleeping. And as we all know – if your child isn’t sleeping, there’s no way you’re getting any sleep. Getting your baby or toddler to sleep while travelling can be daunting. Unfamiliar places, changes to your schedule […]
Stockings are my favourite part of Christmas. They’ve always kicked off Christmas morning for us, and watching my kids’ excitement as they dig into them is simply magical. With three kids, we’ve had plenty of opportunity to think of ideas for stocking stuffers for babies. […]
Raise your hand if you feel like you’re drowning in toys. We certainly are! We declutter our toys regularly, but at this time of year I still find myself looking around wondering where all the new Christmas toys are going to do. As we gear up […]
Turning three opens up a whole new world in toys! It’s the age where most little ones are finally ready for all of the 3+ “big kid” toys, and all the little pieces that come with them. To help you choose the perfect gift, we’ve rounded up […]
Bringing home your newborn baby is an overwhelming experience. You’ve just been through the intense physical experience of giving birth, you’re sleep deprived, and before you’ve even had a chance to catch your breath, you’re handed your beautiful, fragile newborn and sent on your way. […]
You know how we all have our “thing” as a parent? For me, car seat safety is my hill to die on. After three kids, I’ve relaxed about quite a few things, but car seat safety is not one of them. Motor vehicle accidents are […]
Choosing toys for two-year-olds can be tricky. They’re too old for “baby” toys, but many of the “big kid” toys are designed for ages 3+. To help you choose the perfect gift, we’ve rounded up our picks for the best toys for two-year-olds. These are […]
Last year, my son was obsessed with Mickey Mouse. He loved his Mickey stuffie, his Mickey shirts, and when Halloween rolled around, there was absolutely no question that I would be figuring out how to make a toddler Mickey Mouse costume. I’m not overly crafty, […]