There’s a new princess arriving soon and you have an important task: finding her true name. Names have a powerful influence, shaping not only personalities but also providing a portion of the first impression that another gets of the person. So, how do you choose? In this article we are going to discuss some girl …
When it comes to selecting names, some of us like to eschew the norm and go with something a little different. We think of it as a way to encourage a bit of creativity, sometimes, or as a way to give them a name which ‘they can grow into’. Whatever your reason, we’ve compiled a …
So, looking for some ‘H’ names for a new family member on the way, are we? You’ve come to the right place! In today’s article we are going to discuss some boy names that start with H in the hopes that we can give you some good ideas of what you like and maybe, if …
When a new life is on the way there is so much to consider. Preparing the nursery, putting aside some savings, keeping mom healthy, and more. There is also the fun but crazy-making task of deciding what name your child is going to bear as they carve themselves a future. Many of us want to …
There is a quiz that you might have taken entitled “How many goats am I worth”. It’s a cute thing, tweaked and repeated across the net and while it is fun, is it accurate? Well, dowry and bride-price (both of which we will explain in this article) can vary quite a bit in the ‘haggling’ …
So, expecting a new member of the family? We’d like to take this moment to congratulate you! A new life is indeed a huge responsibility but it is an even bigger blessing. An important part of this is, of course, finding the right name. How do you select something that fits the mental silhouette of …
So, you have a little girl on the way? Congratulations! Finding the right name is one of those things that is both gravely serious while being fun at the same time. Who exactly is your new family member going to be? In today’s article we are going to discuss some girl names that start with …
Finding the right name for your son is a challenge, to say the least. It’s not just a matter of picking something masculine and respectable and hoping your child grows into it. You have to decide if you want to use a name that is common in your ancestral line, for instance, or to pick …
Finding the right name for your little one can really eat up a lot of time. In your mind you already have a picture of the traits which you envision in your child and naming is one of the ways that we communicate these attributes and establish a framework for them to take root and …
Selecting a name for your son is both delightful and harrowing. How do you choose something that will fit the individual that you know they are going to grow into? In today’s article we are going to give you some of our favorite examples of boy names that start with S so that you can …
Selecting a good diaper is a chore if we really want to call it what it is. Many brands advertise that they are comfortable, super absorbent, fit perfectly, and more. How do you decide? We’re going to start with the comparison of two products from a giant in the baby products industry that you have …
When you are selecting a baby car seat there are a few things that you need to consider. Is it light? Is is comfortable? Does it meet or even better, exceed safety standards? The market is flooded with car seats but how do you choose? In order to better help you in a selection that …
It is time to review again and we have a stroller option that you may not have considered. It is called the Joovy Zoom 360 Ultralight Jogging Stroller and for those of you who like to get a little exercise every day it is potentially a godsend… or is it? In today’s article we are …
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Whether it’s your first child or not selecting baby goods can be a difficult thing. The market is saturated with products that promise ease of use, multiple functions, and it’s hard to find a bargain that won’t quickly fall apart or be outgrown. To help you a little in your decision making process we will …
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When deciding what you need for your baby, the car seat is one area that you had better not skimp on. Travelling with your baby is terrifying at first and while it does get easier, you want to know that your little one is snug and secure. In today’s article we are going to discuss …
While the ‘what age will I get pregnant quiz’ is a popular online test, how viable is it? Well, there are a number of factors which come into consideration when trying to determine when you will be a parent and while it’s a fun quiz we think that a LOT more questions might provide a …
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When it comes to baby names, for some of us is it very important that a name of faith is chosen. If you want a baby names meaning ‘God answers Prayers’ then one example might be ‘Eliana’, for instance, though there are many faith-based names with their own wonderful meanings to choose from. In this …
When it comes to selecting a name for your little one it is a heavy decision. Picking a name that starts with the letter ‘S’ is a good choice, as there are many popular names out there which won’t fall into the ‘too common’ category. After all, you don’t want to give your child a …
There is a new member of the family coming and already there are so many concerns that you have to deal with. Beyond planning the nursery and stocking on supplies, you need to have a name ready. As we all know, names can shape a personality to an extent and so this is an important …
Choosing the right name for your baby can be a mind numbing exercise sometimes. Do you name them after an ancestor? Perhaps give them the name of someone that you admire in hopes that they will glean a bit of that spirit of success themselves? To help to get your creative juices flowing we’ve compiled …
When it comes to entertainment things are a lot easier with toddlers. You may not think this initially but look at the scenario. Your child is very young and everything is still new. This means that you’ve got your job cut out for you if you exercise a little creativity and put your mind to …
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Raising a new baby can be terrifying. There is so much to learn and every time your child shows the slightest sign that anything is out of the ordinary you find yourself going from 0 to PANIC. One common example we hope to shed a little light on so that you can replace worry with …
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With baby products the biggest problem that you have is their longevity… or lack thereof. Your baby just grows so fast, you know? It seems like you are always buying things and in a few months they become useless. That is where products like the Maxi Cosi Zelia car seat and stroller are refreshing to …
While pregnancy comes as a surprise (sometimes a very scary one) at the result of over the counter tests, many women out there simply know it for a number of reasons. Be it standard symptoms that they have noticed, suspicions at behavioral changes, or even good, old fashioned women’s intuition. In this article we are …
While the information age is a wonder in many ways it can be almost suffocating. Take the subject of your baby’s hair, for instance. Going through various forums you can end up getting so much advice that seems shaky or flat out conflicts with what the next person is saying and you never know what …
Babies are wonderful but let’s face it, parenthood is expensive. There are so many things that you need, just to get started. Worse,, your baby is growing like a dandelion and it seems like your baby outgrows things almost as fast as you can obtain them. In response to this, many companies have started created …
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When trying to find the perfect gift we often find ourselves cursing a little inside. What is your child going to really like? Sure, you could get something that is completely educational but you know that deep down they probably won’t like it. Unless the educational value is well-hidden, of course, and if it is …
As a new parent it can be difficult to plan a family activity. You have to make sure that the youngest and the oldest alike will be entertained and distracted enough because if they are not, you KNOW they’ll take it out on each other. The logistics of the decision can get a little confusing. …
Everyone has advice on finding a new crib or stroller, but what about gates? When your baby becomes mobile, when you watch those first steps, your first thought is ‘oh my god, my baby is walking!’, followed soon by ‘oh crap, my baby is walking EVERYWHERE!’. This, of course, is followed with a mad panic …
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Entertaining young kids so that they aren’t taking out their boredom in destructive ways at home can be tricky if you are new to this whole parenting thing. Thankfully, this is the information age and parents across the world can share the tips and tricks that can make this task much easier. So, what things …
When your pregnancy began then everything you thought you knew about over the counter medicine seemed to go out the window, no? Things that you could take without though to cure a fever, headache, or to help a cold are now, largely, off-limits. So can you take mucinex while pregnant? What about when you are …
It’s an understandable cause for alarm. Your baby is foaming at the mouth, like Cujo from the Stephen King novel. First, you can relax a little on that point, as it’s quite unlikely that your child has rabies. So what gives? Can your little one breathe properly? In this article we are going to discuss …
This is a question that we have been asked enough that we thought an article might be well-received. Is pregnancy safe after getting a tummy tuck? With the internet being a collection of both good and bad information it is possible that you have heard some horror stories or maybe even pictures taken from when …
Homemade pregnancy tests abound and are still popular for the reasons you’d expect. In this day and age, privacy is the biggest concern. So let’s say that you are trying a bleach pregnancy test that you read about and it turned clear or bubbly. What does it mean? How does this type of test work? …
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Among the many things that you are becoming familiar with during your pregnancy, the bathroom is going to rank fairly high on your list. It’s vexing, certainly, and sometimes it can be scary. A watery discharge during your pregnancy, for instance, is not uncommon to see although it might panic you a little. We advise …
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Paced bottle feeding… What is it? Is it good for your baby? To answer that we’ll need to define what it is first. A pace feeding strategy is when you let your BABY decide when it’s time to eat. This means that they aren’t going to be underfed or overfed and it’s actually quite an …
Babies will always surprise you. You’ve spent months now getting them to where they are sleeping semi-regularly and then out of the blue your baby changes everything. What gives? The phenomenon that you are experiencing is known as 12 month sleep regression and while it is completely normal it can come as something of a …
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While unscented detergents are generally recommended this does not mean that there are not scented varieties out there that are safe for your baby. There are quite a few, actually. So why not have the best of both worlds? In this article we are going to discuss the best smelling laundry detergent options so that …
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During your pregnancy you will hear a lot of stories. You’ll hear what is good for you and what is bad for you and the biggest problem is the rumors. By the time that you visit your doctor for a check-up it’s hard to know what to ask first! One myth that is out there …
Pregnancy can be exciting. Can you feel the baby’s heartbeat? When will your baby start kicking? You are looking forward to these signs to let you know that baby is waiting inside and getting ready to come out into the world. So, when DO you start getting those signs? When can you feel your baby’s …
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Among the many things that you will learn about pregnancy is the linea nigra. Also known as the pregnancy line, the linea nigra is a visible line running up from your pubic regions to your belly. So, when does the linea nigra appear? Why is it there, anyways? In this article we will discuss this …
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During your pregnancy there are so many rules to follow. Knowing what is good and bad for the you and the baby inside of you is paramount and it gets to be, frankly, a little overwhelming. In this article we are going to discuss some of the best home remedies for a cold during your …
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They never cease to surprise you. Your baby is a an almost unbelievable source of odd behaviors that seem to make little sense at first. Then you do a bit of research or consult another mommy or daddy and wham, suddenly it all fits! Today’s subject of weirdness is ‘is it safe if my baby …
Well, you’re in quite the bind now. With your hormones all over the place, changes in your body as the baby grows, and now.. Now, you’ve got a cold or possibly the flu. Life can be a little unfair sometimes. Happily, there is hope! While there are a lot of things that you can’t take …
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Antibiotics are wonderful but there is always a cost for the benefits. They might make you feel a bit under the weather, for instance. Lethargic, sick to your stomach… but what about your menstrual cycle? Can antibiotics cause you to have a light period? Today we’ll discuss this and a little more information about your …
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In this article we are going to discuss bloating and other things can occur after abortion. Following an abortion a woman may be taxed both emotionally and physically (quite severely in some cases) and so it is important to know what may occur and better, what may be done to help. So now you are …
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A well known part of pregnancy is cravings. So much that it even pervades our sitcoms. It’s interesting, however, because it is largely accepted that these cravings are just an indication that your body needs particular nutrients and your brain is simply telling you where to find them (in a delivery method you can both …
Unfortunately, not all pregnancies are wanted due to the emotional and financial issues adults still have to face. If you’re considering the abortion pill, then you must have a lot of questions. One of the frequently asked questions is the abortion pill cost and the symptoms to expect from it. I know how scary it …
There are many to expect from your 10 month old besides being so close to their first year of life! This is also the optimum time to incorporate a 10 month old schedule for them to get used to. That way, they can begin learning the idea of a routine and have healthier, more consistent …
Once my little one hit six months old, it felt like an entire milestone! Not only are they a bit older and follow a pattern better, but I survived the first few months as they learned and developed most of the firsts! However, I still wanted to learn the usual 6 month old schedule baby …
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