Congratulations, New Moms and Dads!
You've made it through 9 months of pregnancy, labor and delivery, and now it is time to bring your new bundle of joy home. Below you can find a list of articles to answer many questions you may have about preparing your home for its newest member.
Featured Articles
The Car Ride Home - Important Car Seat Information
It's finally time to bring your new baby home! With such precious cargo, it is important for that you use a proper car seat. You can't leave the hospital without one! In fact,... Read Entire Article
Handling a Newborn
When I came home from the hospital I was only 5 lbs! My father once told me he had to hold me with a pillow in his lap because he was scared I would slip through his fingers. ... Read Entire Article
New Feelings for New Moms
I always envisioned bringing my new baby home from the hospital would be one of the happiest days of my life. It's not that it wasn't a happy day, it's just that happiness was... Read Entire Article
Preparing your Cat for your New Baby
It is important to prepare your cat for baby's arrival in order to make the transition smoother for everyone. Below are some simple guidelines to help you take the proper prec... Read Entire Article
Preparing your Dog for your New Baby
Preparing your dog for baby's arrival is a great way to make the transition smoother for everyone. Below are some simple guidelines to help you take the proper precautions whe... Read Entire Article
Practical Tips for Designing your Dream Nursery
As soon as I found out I was having a girl, I began designing her nursery! I thought it was going to be easy. After all, I had secretly been hoping for a girl and planning he... Read Entire Article
Safety Tips for your Nursery
Keep drapery and blind cords out of baby's reach.Place a working smoke detector in or near your child's bedroom.Make sure that window guards are securely in place to prevent a... Read Entire Article
Bringing Baby Home
Well, you've made it through nine, long months of pregnancy. You've made it through labor and delivery. You've made it through two days in the hospital. You're finally home wi... Read Entire Article
Help, My Baby Won’t Stop Crying
Your first child can be a harrowing experience, especially when you first arrive home and you realize that you are totally responsible for this precious, little life. This is ... Read Entire Article
Understanding Newborn Care
It's much easier to take care of older children than a newborn baby. Newborn care can be quite difficult, because a baby has certain needs which he is not able to tell you abo... Read Entire Article
Bringing Home Baby ... The Essentials
Expecting? Know someone who is? If standing in a mega baby store leaves you feeling more overwhelmed than excited, this article is for you! What do you really need? Here are a... Read Entire Article
Guide to Newborn Bathing
Becoming a new parent is a scary prospect. There are so many new things to learn in order to care for a new, fragile life. What few people even give a second thought to is new... Read Entire Article
Baby Wearing
Baby wearing is the practice of carrying your newborn or older baby by using a pouch sling, ring sling or wrap. It has long been practiced in more traditional societies and... Read Entire Article
Bringing Baby Home: How to Survive the First Weeks
You have the nursery set up, the bassinet assembled and a closet full of the most divine little clothes you've ever seen. Most expectant mothers agree that one of the best pa... Read Entire Article
Going Green
Every parent wants the best for their child. Isn't it good to know that some of the best things for baby are also the best for the environment? It's a good time to “go green!”... Read Entire Article
Pinching Pennies with Baby
With baby here, you may find yourself starting to think about the financial impact of this little one. You may have chosen to leave the workforce or are on maternity leave for... Read Entire Article
It’s Okay to Say No…Really
If you love having your family and friends around 24/7, this article is probably not for you. For those of you who enjoy an occasional visit, but also need a respite now and t... Read Entire Article








