Parenting Choices
Consent starts early
Last night, I wrote a Facebook post about a shocking situation I was in in my personal life and it has been shared many times. The issue of consent (ONLY YES MEANS YES) is one that I’ve been reading and thinking about a lot lately, and I’m glad it’s on everyone’s mind. This is a…
Read MoreThe safety issue you probably haven’t thought of.
I took a client’s twins out for a walk in the stroller so she could get some much needed rest. If you’ve ever been to New York City, especially near Central Park, you know that there are some CA-RAZY drivers who will run you over as soon as look at you. While attempting to cross…
Read MoreAn Open Letter to Guests
(I wrote this a while ago and it appeared in a whole bunch of major newspapers when the Royal Baby was born in 2013. It was also featured on NPR’s website, SheKnows.com, and many other sites!) Family members and friends will flock to your house when you have a new arrival. YOU ARE NOT OBLIGATED…
Read MoreFeed your newborn sushi!*
You just had your baby. She’s 3 days old and you’re heading home from the hospital. When you get home, feed your baby sushi as soon as possible. And then for the next meal, probably falafel. Because of course you want her to get used to eating a variety of foods right away! If all…
Read MoreWhat do bikini waxes and parenting advice have in common?
I’m a natural blonde. Jealous? Don’t be. It basically means I have wispy, fine hair that all but disappears when I put it in a ponytail. The positive, though, is that I don’t have a lot of body hair. I shave my legs like once a week and armpits pretty much never (I’m sure you…
Read MoreFormula is EXPENSIVE!
Another reason to give breastfeeding a shot! Reason #3 Formula is expensive. Sure, it’s free at the hospital and you will get samples in the mail at first, but once you’re paying for it, it adds up quickly! The average baby drinks close to $2,000 worth in the first year – way more if she…
Read MoreBaby Q&A: 4 Ways to Get Your Husband to Help Out More!
Q: How can I get my husband to help out more with the baby? I feel like I have to do it all and I never get a break – I’m starting to feel very resentful towards him and it’s leading to even MORE stress! A: This is a SUPER common issue with clients and…
Read MoreHow to Have the BEST Mother’s Day EVER.
This year, I heard many mamas stress out over Mother’s Day because they had to shop for gifts for, and plan outings with their own mothers, mothers-in-law, stepmothers, grandmothers, birth mothers, earth mothers, you name it. When did Mother’s Day become more of a hassle than an honor? Mother’s Day is a misnomer; rather, it’s…
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