When my daughter was 18 months old, she had only about 12-15 words in her vocabulary. I started wondering, How many words should a baby say by 18 months? Was she behind? A speech therapist and a friend reassured me that babies exposed to multiple languages often start talking later. My daughter was exposed to […]
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Putting a child to bed at a consistent time each night is a challenge many parents face, myself included. Despite my efforts with sleep training, I’ve found it really difficult to get my 21-month-old baby to fall asleep before 8:30 PM. I start her bedtime routine at 7 PM, in bed by 7:30 PM, but
The science of bedtime. Why 7-8pm is the optimal sleep time for babies and toddlers? Read More »
The worst nap transition we experienced was when our baby was 14 months old. We didn’t expect her to drop from two naps to one so soon, but she started struggling to go to bed and was fighting that second nap every day. To make matters more challenging, we were traveling at the time, which,
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As a parent, understanding the appropriate amount of screen time for your child and choosing the right content can be challenging. While screens are an inevitable part of modern life, it’s important to ensure they are used in a way that supports your child’s development. This guide provides clear recommendations on screen time limits by
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When my baby was around three to four months old, I was struggling with breastfeeding. It seemed like something wasn’t quite right—my baby was latching, but the feeding sessions were long, and she wasn’t gaining weight as expected. I decided to consult a lactation consultant, hoping to get some clarity. To my surprise, the consultant
Tongue-tie: myth or reality for breastfeeding problems? Should you undergo a procedure? Read More »
I want to give an unbiased opinion about sleep training, especially the Cry It Out or Ferber methods, so you can make your own decision. It seems that everywhere on the internet, people are either against it or for it. But as I promise to you, here, what you will get is only unbiased information
Is sleep training, Cry it Out or Ferber method, harmful? The science behind it. Read More »
As a first-time mom, I was overwhelmed with the many aspects of breastfeeding. One particular challenge was achieving a good latch. Initially, my baby would latch onto one breast but struggle with the other. After much trial and error, I discovered that the breast she had difficulty latching onto had a higher flow than the
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When I first started breastfeeding, I experienced leaking in between feeds every time I delayed a feeding. In the beginning, I used disposable breast pads, which were incredibly useful when I was on the go. These pads absorbed the excess milk and kept my clothes dry, allowing me to go about my day without worrying
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Bed-sharing, the practice of sleeping with your baby in the same bed, has been a topic of ongoing debate. While some parents find it comforting and beneficial for bonding, it’s crucial to be aware of the associated risks, especially for infants under 12 months of age. Many times, when your baby doesn’t sleep well, and
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My Tip: Top it off from a bottle As a new mom, one of the biggest concerns I had was making sure my baby was getting enough milk from breastfeeding. In my quest to ensure she was well-fed, I tried various methods, and my ultimate way was to use a scale to weigh your baby
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