What Are the Major Motor Milestones and When Should Baby Master Them?
Mommas are constantly told not to compare our babies to others. Indeed, every baby learns and grows at their own, unique pace. Yet it...
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Is Bug Spray Dangerous? (And How to Apply It Properly)
Itchy bumps are a real bummer, and they're especially no fun on our little ones. Add the annoyance of scratching to the potential of...
Essential Vitamins: Not Enough, Just Right, or Too Much?
Helping our kiddos grow up healthy is a top priority for mommas, and providing proper nutrition is key. How can we ensure that our...
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Momma, PhD
Mar 14, 20222 min read
What Are the Major Motor Milestones and When Should Baby Master Them?
Mommas are constantly told not to compare our babies to others. Indeed, every baby learns and grows at their own, unique pace. Yet it...
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Momma, PhD
Aug 8, 20214 min read
Is Bug Spray Dangerous? (And How to Apply It Properly)
Itchy bumps are a real bummer, and they're especially no fun on our little ones. Add the annoyance of scratching to the potential of...
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Momma, PhD
Jun 22, 20213 min read
How Tall Will My Baby Be?
While I can't provide a crystal ball to reveal the future (que sera, sera), science provides a variety of ways to estimate how tall our...
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Momma, PhD
Jun 14, 20213 min read
Dental Hygiene for Babies? (Plus Cavity Prevention Tips For All Ages)
The arrival of baby's chompers comes with excitement (big milestone!) and maybe some trepidation (please don't bite, baby!). It also...
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Momma, PhD
Jun 2, 20212 min read
How Can I Help Soothe My Teething Baby?
Teething is tough. While many of the more severe "teething" symptoms (such as diarrhea, vomiting, and fever) are not actually brought on...
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Momma, PhD
May 26, 20213 min read
What Are Normal Teething Symptoms?
Irritability and fever and drool, oh my! Ask most parents and they'll tell you that these symptoms add up to a teething baby, but what...
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Momma, PhD
May 19, 20214 min read
Is Sunscreen Safe for Babies?
Sun, sun, sun...here it comes! With summer on the horizon many of us are spending more time outdoors with our little ones. As a...
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Momma, PhD
May 12, 20213 min read
Can I Help Baby Learn to Talk?
Babies are constantly processing an incredible amount of information inside their adorable heads. In just a year, babies go from uttering...
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Momma, PhD
Mar 15, 20212 min read
When Should Baby Start Tummy Time?
Your cute baby bundle has just arrived, and you may be wondering when to start their daily tummy time routine. The short answer: right...
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