Personal Story When I first started pumping, I had no idea how to handle breast milk. The 5/5/5 rule was a lifesaver and made everything so much easier to remember. Here’s what worked for me: For formula, I found it best to store it using the 1/1 rule: 1 hour at room temperature and 1 […]
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Personal Story Introducing the bottle was such a relief! Someone else could help taking over the feeding task! When I started bottle feeding, I followed the recommendation to wait until my baby was at least four weeks old. On my registry, I had included large 8oz bottles with level 1 flow nipples. However, I soon
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When I first embarked on my breastfeeding journey, I was completely clueless about how to pump. Terms like flanges, let-down, and expression modes were unknown to me. I had no idea how long I needed to pump or the differences between the modes. Thankfully, my insurance covered unlimited sessions with a lactation consultant. She walked
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I know that everything can feel very overwhelming for a FTM (first time mom). But don’t worry I got your back. Here is the quick starting guide into becoming a mom.
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When my baby was just a few months old, one night she woke up shaking, boiling hot, and all red. Suddenly, she started vomiting and crying out loud. I quickly undressed her because I realized she had a high fever, and that’s the first thing to do to try to lower her body temperature. Then
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Ensuring your baby is dressed appropriately for sleep is crucial for their comfort and safety. Here’s a guide on how to dress your baby to sleep, focusing on three key types of sleepwear: PJ footies, swaddles, and onesies. We will also discuss transitioning to sleep sacks after you stop swaddling. Quick cheat sheet 1. PJ
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My Sleepless Nights and the Snoo Savior Like many new parents, I was completely unprepared for the sleep deprivation that came with having a newborn. My sweet Alisia was a contact napper, meaning she would only sleep if she was held. After a few weeks of this exhausting routine, we were desperate for a solution.
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