If you’re here, chances are you’re on a wonderful journey to name a soon-to-arrive baby boy, and you’ve lovingly chosen Finley as the first name. As a mom to two amazing boys, I remember how picking the right name was both thrilling and a bit of a puzzle. After all, deciding on the first name… Continue reading 157 Best Middle Names for Finley (The Ultimate List)
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re expecting a bundle of joy and have settled on the beautiful first name Emerson for your little one. As a mom of two incredible kids myself, I remember how exciting, yet challenging, it was to choose just the right names. Selecting Emerson is just the beginning, though. You… Continue reading 151 Perfect Middle Names for Emerson (The Ultimate List)
My firstborn left me asking the question, “Why does my baby keep unlatching?” It took months and lots of weight checks to determine why. Spoiler alert: he wasn’t latching on properly. It was an incredibly stressful time because my son kept losing weight, regardless of how much I nursed. New moms are exhausted; adding a… Continue reading Why Does My Baby Keep Unlatching? 21 Potential Reasons
Picking out a name for your new baby is an exciting process, but when should they acknowledge they know their name? “My baby ignores me when I call his name” is a common question parents ask. According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, babies should respond to their names between 7 and 9 months. A baby… Continue reading Help! My Baby Ignores Me When I Call His Name – What it Means
Creating a toddler schedule provides routine and structure for both mom and child. It’s always good to remember that flexibility is vital since your toddler’s moods and needs can vary daily. When I had my first son, it took some time, but we eventually fell into a rhythm that helped us both know what to… Continue reading 3 Example Schedules for a Toddler (for Stay at Home Moms)
If you have a young child, you’ve probably considered whether you’ll send your child to preschool. The reality is preschool isn’t mandatory, so it makes sense to consider your options. I appreciate parents who understand that a specific method isn’t ideal for their family. As parents, we know what’s best for our kids, and it’s… Continue reading 9 Preschool Alternatives: Creative Ways to Teach Your Kids
