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
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
Best barefoot shoes for toddlers that are stylish & healthy
I first encountered the idea of barefoot footwear when looking for my son’s first shoes. But what are barefoot shoes for toddlers (also called minimal shoes)? It’s a footwear designed to mimic the natural feeling and movement of the joints of the foot when walking barefoot; at the same t
10 baby products I regret buying and things I wish I got sooner
I realize now that excessive shopping was my coping mechanism for pregnancy and post-partum anxiety. I am a perfectionist, and having a baby upended my world and left me facing many situations that were stressful and worrisome for an inexperienced first-time mother. Adding recommended baby registry
Yoto vs. Toniebox. Which one is better?
Yoto Player and Toniebox are relatively new devices that are an excellent way for kids to enjoy listening to music or stories that don’t involve turning on the screen. But why would you need them if you could just play the same audio from a phone or a record player? There are a few reasons. [&
Cybex Gazelle S stroller review
When I was pregnant with my son, we realized we were going to need a stroller for our baby. After thoroughly researching this subject, I understood two things: it needs to be a convertible, single-to-double stroller (as we planned to have another child close in age), and the one that seemed to fit o
Best gifts for a 2-year-old boy*
Turning two is a big deal. The birthday party is exciting for all the family, and as parents, we can’t wait to see the joy in our children’s eyes on their special day. While I try to have a somewhat minimalist approach to toys, they also serve an essential role in a child’s early educa
Starting Solids! The baby feeding Essentials.
Yes, this is essentially a post about spoons and plates. And I wish it was as simple as picking cute colors and shapes. But as a first-time parent, you realize the whole idea of your baby starting to eat anything other than milk is quite scary and overwhelming. Or maybe you’re beginning the baby w
How about no theme birthday party for a baby?
Birthday parties become one of the most popular mom group subjects each year a few months before babies’ scheduled birthdays. Don’t get me wrong; we’re talking about THE birthdays. Turning one is exciting and a big deal because it’s simply the first. We want to celebrate our new baby. Bu
