Somewhere between 16 and 20 weeks along during my first pregnancy, the word “layette” started popping up everywhere. I kept thinking, “What is a layette anyways?” But I refused to ask anyone because I thought it would make me seem as if I wasn’t ready or prepared enough to be a mom. Silly? Maybe. But […]
5 Pregnancy Podcasts Worth Listening To
Podcasts can be a great resource before, during and after pregnancy. Listening to a podcast can feel more personal and real- almost like you’re chatting with a group of friends. Here are the BBN top pregnancy podcast picks: The Birth Hour On The Birth Hour, Bryn Hunterpalmer hosts a podcast that provides a welcoming space […]
Diaper Debate: Considering cloth diapering?
Here’s what you need to know. Cloth diapers seem to be one of the latest millennial trends- for good reason. They are more affordable, environmentally friendly and comfortable for baby. Unfortunately, it is very easy to become confused by all of the modern-day diapering options – especially if this is your first baby. There is […]
Understanding Your Baby’s Sleep Cycles
Sleep has become its own subspecialty in the field of medicine. Due to a large amount of research that has been done recently in the science of sleep, care providers can do extra training to work as sub-specialists in clinics dedicated to helping people with sleep problems. The most recent Nobel Prize in medicine was […]
Breastfeeding Tips Straight From A Lactation Consultant!
I’m assuming by now you have read all the books on parenting and expecting, hopefully, attended your birthing and infant care classes too. But …. how much time have you spent preparing for breastfeeding? I know what you’re thinking….believe me. I was a new parent too and I thought, ‘check the box….yes to breastfeed’. I […]
Everything You Need To Know About Newborn Essentials For Winter Babies!
It is the end of September and you’re coming up on your 9th-month of pregnancy. The leaves are changing, and the nights now require you put to use to that maternity jacket you bought the day the test read ‘pregnant’. In just about a month your little one will be here, but now you’re stuck […]
Boston Baby Nurse Wins Best Nanny Service
We are so proud to share that Boston Baby Nurse was recently recognized by Boston Parents Paper as winner of 2016’s Top Nanny Services in Massachusetts! The foundation of our commitment to excellence is in our baby care team of experienced registered nurses and comprehensively trained newborn care specialists who communicate in kindness and respect with every family […]
Best Strollers of 2016
Strollers are a big investment and with so many on the market, it can be difficult for new parents to decide which one’s worth spending money on. So we wanted to share this helpful video by baby gear experts Magic Beans, featuring some of the best strollers of 2016 including BabyZen’s Yoyo+, Cybex Priam, UPPAbaby Vista, Nuna Mixx, and the Bugaboo […]
Breastfeeding and Birth Control
Before we dive in to this topic I must stress that before you resume sexual activity after giving birth, you must receive that stamp of approval from your OB/GYN at your 6-week follow up appointment. Your body went through a tremendous amount of stress during pregnancy, labor and delivery and therefore, please err on the side […]
The Baby Nurse Bible Kindle Edition
To the new and expecting parents I wrote this book for, I am happy to share that The Baby Nurse Bible is now available as an e-book on Kindle. Get guidance on first decisions, newborn care and breastfeeding, 125 baby nurse tips and more in the paperback or Kindle versions here on Amazon. Editorial Reviews: “The Baby […]
