More and more people (and hospitals) are coming to realize the numerous benefits of skin-to-skin contact with baby after birth. There is no better place for a healthy baby to be than close to its mama! In this post, Heather outlines seven specific benefits of skin-to-skin contact between mother (and father!) and baby. “Kate Ogg […]

Getting babies and kids to sleep can often times be a real struggle. In this post, Meagan gives some tips on how to settle kids down before bedtime, as well as a relaxing bath salts recipe that will encourage your babies to sleep like, well, babies 😉 “Have you ever had one of those nights […]

It seems that every family has that one picky eater who is more reluctant and stubborn to try new and different things. Maybe your family has more than one reluctant member when it comes to trying real food. But these excellent tips from Mama Natural will help you to convince your family members to try […]

Baby wipes are an essential when it comes to our darling little ones, especially during the dreaded blow out times 😉  But commercial baby wipes are full of preservatives and artificial scents. Who wants that on their sweet baby’s bottom? These homemade baby wipes are affordable, easy to assemble, clean, and still carry with them […]

It’s an understandable thought: how can I afford to eat a real food diet when my family is on a budget?  But don’t stress out. It is absolutely possible to afford eating real food on a budget, even a tight one. All it takes is some focus and planning in order to ensure that your […]

Overactive letdown describes the circumstance of a woman producing too much breast milk. We don’t tend to hear about overactive letdown often, but it is certainly prevalent and can take a toll on both mama and baby. This post from Genevieve details what it is about overactive letdown that is frustrating and even painful and […]

Essential oils are terrific for home remedies. They have the ability to fight off infection, reduce fevers, boost immunity, and provide pain relief. It is natural, then, to want to use essential oils for children since they prove to be so effective. However, just as not all essential oils are safe during pregnancy, there are […]

Involving kids in the kitchen is a fantastic way to teach them how to cook and to encourage them to try new and different kinds of food. In order to involve your children more in the culinary activities of your home without losing your mind, it is so helpful to have a well-organized kitchen that […]

Baby wearing refers to carrying your child on your body in a particular device (there is a variety of different baby carriers available). This allows the one holding/carrying the baby to move about easier and allows them to have the use of both their hands, all while keeping baby close and comfortable. This article lays […]

For a new mom, nutrition for breastfeeding is vital. Some (unexpected) foods can make your baby gassy, causing many tears for both baby and momma. On the flip side, there are many foods that encourage lactation and will help mom maintain a healthy milk supply for baby. In this article from Gretchen, nutrition for breastfeeding […]