How to feel better about yourself after having a baby
It’s common to hear that having a baby rocks your world. Unfortunately, it’s also one of these things that no one can truly comprehend until they go through it themselves. You know you will be tired. Yes, you know your body may change. You know it will be hard, at least in the beginning. You’r
How to be an autism ally
I have been thinking of writing a post about Autism for a long time. Pretty much since I started this blog. To be completely clear, I am not diagnosed with Autism. My son is neither, and I only know one person with an official diagnosis. Safe to say, I am not an expert by any […]
Why Is Polyester So Bad? A Deep Dive Into Environmental and Health Impacts
Polyester is one of the most widely used fabrics in the fashion industry, but its convenience and low cost come at a significant price. Made from fossil fuels, this synthetic fiber is not only damaging to the environment but also poses serious ethical and health concerns. From its extraction to prod
My pregnancy-safe skincare routine
I’ve always loved skincare. I love trying different products, always in search of the holy grail. But when we first started trying for a baby, I knew I needed to dive deep into the ingredients list and eliminate anything potentially harmful to ensure pregnancy-safe skincare routine. I avoided
Excel at: prenatal vitamins & supplements; extensive guide
When you first get pregnant or start trying to conceive, you are told to get prenatal vitamins. If you ask your doctor which one he recommends, he most likely will say, “Any with folic acid.” There is an agreement in the medical community that this is the most important supplement pregna
Crunchy, silky or scrunchy mom? Does motherhood need labels?
Parenting is a subject that touches our core, but it can also be a source of challenges and anxieties. Finding a like-minded community can validate our choices and serve as a source of information. However, it can also become an echo chamber and isolate us from others w
The most beautiful wooden building blocks for little architects.
Wooden building blocks are among the most amazing toys that can be given to a child. They significantly contribute to a kid’s development by promoting cognitive skills, such as spatial reasoning, problem-solving, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and understanding concepts like balance
The ultimate guide to non-toxic baby (& adult) products.
On the one hand, we are surrounded by an abundance of products. Conversely, we increasingly hear about the health and environmental dangers of various widespread chemicals and plastics. We lack more substantial public health guidance and oversight in these matters. The natural, non-toxic products an
Creative and fun make your own Yoto card ideas
If you read my blog post here, you know I’m a big fan of Yoto Player. I’ve compiled a list of ideas for those custom Make Your Own Yoto cards. They can either be designed for our child to enjoy, to support guided or independent learning, or for the whole family to listen together. Yoto [
Baby travel essentials for airplane
Getting outside of the comfort of our home with a baby, especially for a long-distance trip by plane, can be overwhelming. To prepare before our first flight with our son, I scoured the Internet for the best advice on travel essentials for the baby, the best airplane toys, and plane sleeping arrange
