Bouncing Back: Advantages of an Exercise Ball in Postpartum Recovery
Nothing is more fulfilling or gratifying than giving birth to a beautiful new baby. During pregnancy, new parents spend much of their time preparing for the newest addition to the family and ensuring their homes are ready for the big day. Whether you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the future, it is…
Read MoreWhat to do if your baby hates tummy time – helpful tips for turning your tummy time screamer into a tummy time pro
If you have an infant, you have surely heard of the importance of ‘tummy time’ over and over again. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends putting infants on their tummy a few times each day, beginning when they are discharged from the hospital, and steadily increasing the duration of tummy time so that your baby…
Read MoreThree important conversations every couple should be having before becoming parents
There are endless places on the internet that will tell you how to prepare for a baby logistically. They will invariably sell you a mountain of supplies that promise to feed a baby more efficiently, convince you to invest in products that promise to help your baby sleep longer, or even diaper its bottom in…
Read MoreI actually think my baby is happier after sleep training, why is that?
As a sleep consultant for babies and toddlers, I guide parents through the sleep challenges that often accompany the early years of parenting for a living. I walk alongside parents while we tackle this huge hurdle – changing a child’s sleep habits. Some of the babies I meet are waking up every 30 to 45…
Read MoreResource 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…
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