As a parent, you get to deal with BIG emotions on a daily basis. And sometimes, in the heat of the moment, you might find yourself using some less than positive phrases to address those emotions. Your children are still learning how to navigate the world. So it makes sense that they'll get tired, overwhelmed and frustrated. Which inevitably lead.... Read More
Do you feel like you’ve got a second job working the graveyard shift? Are you nodding off in meetings? Or reaching for a third cup of coffee by noon? We feel for you! Having a baby who just won’t sleep can put a strain on the whole family, but it’s especially hard on moms who get the brunt of it. Well mamas, take heart! IT IS possible to .... Read More
A colicky baby is enough to frazzle the nerves of any new parent. That's why we reached out to doctors and moms alike to get their best colic soothing tips. When it comes to soothing a colicky baby, it’s hit or miss. Some babies respond well to certain tactics, some respond only occasionally, and some don’t respond at all. But when you’re l.... Read More
Parents, especially first-time parents, are not always prepared for the amount of crying they encounter the first few months. Every mom is going to have days when nothing she does will console her crying baby, and this is NORMAL. It has nothing to do with being a “good” or “bad” mom, let’s clear that myth up right away. Babies cry, and .... Read More
Short Answer: Colic is uncontrollable crying in an otherwise healthy baby. It usually begins around week 2 or 3 and tapers off by 4 months. The Rule Of Threes Colic is not exactly a diagnosis, it’s more of a behavioral observation. Pediatricians generally use the "rule of threes" to determine colic: crying episodes that start when a baby is a.... Read More