Must have items and educational toys as your baby transitions from infant to toddler and starts moving around more. Important note: I try to stay away from plastic and battery-operated toys as much as I can. The market is saturated with low quality toys from India and China where the…
Whether you want to breastfeed or bottle feed, the first step is increasing or maintaining your milk supply. I’ve been breast-feeding for over a year now. Before I gave birth, I didn’t really know what to expect. I didn’t know how my body was going to react and adjust, and…
Personally, I hate waking up early just to figure out what to wear. After a late night of studying and doing homework, I need those extra Zzz’s, so I always like to think of what to wear ahead of time and have some simple outfits ready in my closet. They…
I love exploring and ever since I became a mom, I have more reason to do so. Last weekend, my son turned 7 months and since it was also my husbands birthday weekend, I decided to spend the weekend in Poughkeepsie. What I Loved about the mid-hudson Children’s Museum Affordable…
When it comes to dressing our little bundles of joy, every parent wants the best for their child. High-quality baby clothes are not only a matter of comfort but also contribute to the overall well-being and health of the baby. Certain textures and chemicals in synthetic clothing can cause skin…
Picture this: right in the bustling heart of the Big Apple (New York City), you stumble upon a huge ship on Pier 86. From the outside it looks like a big old ship resting on the water, but it is actually the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. It’s not…
I don’t have access to specific external sources such as the “PTSD Manual and Handbook,” but I can certainly provide you with some commonly recommended grounding techniques for managing anxiety and panic attacks. These techniques are widely used and can be helpful for individuals with various anxiety-related disorders, including PTSD.…
Looking for a therapist was never an easy process for me. Finding therapy that takes my insurance and was within my budget, was discouraging. It took me a couple months of painful scouting to find support in the past. In this fast-paced, demanding life, the pursuit of mental well-being can…
Parenting is a complex and rewarding journey that shapes the lives of both children and parents. Among the various parenting approaches, gentle parenting has gained some recognition. It is an approach that prioritizes and nurtures the emotional well-being, communication, and understanding between parents and their children. In this blog post,…
So someone you know is expecting a baby and you are invited to the baby shower, but don’t know what to get them? There is no better way than showing your support than with a thoughtful gift. But choosing a gift can be tricky because you want both mom and…
