Resource Management with Newborns and Infants
“You have to decide where you will prioritize and where you will cut corners.” —Devon Clement Parenting a baby can be overwhelming, especially for first-time parents. Prioritizing what is important and what corners can be cut can help parents focus their time, energy, and resources on what really matters. Here are some ways prioritizing can…
Read MoreCut Yourself Some Slack
“Serial killers excepted, we are all doing a lot better than we would probably rate ourselves.” —Devon Clement People are often harder on themselves than they are on other people due to a variety of factors: Self-awareness: People are often more aware of their own weaknesses, flaws, and mistakes than those of others. They may…
Read MoreWhy HFA Pays a Living Wage
It is important to pay a thriving wage to caregivers of babies for several reasons: 1.) Quality of care Paying a thriving wage to caregivers of babies can attract and retain highly qualified and experienced professionals who can provide quality care. These professionals are more likely to have the necessary training, education, and experience to…
Read MoreHow to bond with baby when your partner is breastfeeding
In the beginning of an infant’s life, the caregiving demands are intense, and the relationship building exchanges are minimal. So naturally, if only one partner is able to handle one of the major areas of care, it can feel unbalanced. Because infants feed often, they spend a lot of their time with the parent who…
Read MoreMaybe it’s time we give “Cry it Out” a brand makeover
I was sitting on the floor of an apartment in Manhattan, next to the mother of the sweetest 5-month old baby. We were taking turns making faces at Ella* on the floor while she was kicking and cooing back at us. I reached out and tousled Ella’s hair as she started giggling. “She’s sooo happy,”…
Read MoreFive Tips for a Seamless Transition From One Kid to Two
One of the questions we get frequently at Happy Family After is how to transition from one child to two without losing twice as much sleep and keeping only half your sanity. Transitioning from one child to two is a big adjustment for the whole family. We’ve compiled a list of everything you need to…
Read MoreGetting Back Into Routines After The Holidays
If you managed to maintain a routine with your newborn over the holidays, congratulations! Please let us know how you did it! If your routine fell by the wayside, don’t fret. It is completely normal. This article from Pregnancy Birth and Baby can help you reset and get back into a routine. Let’s roll up…
Read MoreWhat To Do With Baby Gifts You Don’t Want Or Need
Did you end up with unwanted or unnecessary gifts for your baby over the holiday season? If you received more blankets than you know what to do with, you are not alone! Parents all too often feel guilty or torn about what to do with these gifts. Always receive gifts with grace and gratitude. What…
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