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 […]
Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny: Experts Share Their Favorite Baby Products
Parenting is wonderful but also challenging. It comes with endless questions, concerns and doubts – especially when it comes to deciding which baby products to buy. Baby registries can be overwhelming, time consuming and expensive for expectant moms. As new parents, it’s hard not to get overwhelmed by all the baby product marketing out there […]
It’s Not About the Brand, It’s About the Style
Shopping for children’s clothes is one of my favorite things to do. Since my children are grown, I’m lucky to have a niece (8) and nephew (4.5) who enjoy being spoiled. Shopping for them is easy because they truly appreciate whatever book, game, or toy my suitcase holds. Who knew that becoming an aunt would be […]
Early Allergen Introduction Advice from a Pediatrician (and Dad!)
Early Allergen Introduction Advice from a Pediatrician (and Dad!) Have you ever wondered why you could bring as many peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to school as you wanted as a child, but now peanut butter is banned from most schools? In 2000, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommended that parents wait until their […]
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 […]
5 Signs An Overnight Newborn Care Expert Could Benefit Your Family
If you are considering welcoming some support in those early days, weeks and months with your new baby, below we share five signs an overnight newborn care expert may benefit your family. One question many expecting and new parents often have is: Do the benefits of hiring a newborn care expert, a.k.a. baby nurse, for overnight […]
5 Tips for Flying With Baby
For new and experienced parents alike, taking a trip on an airplane with baby can be a daunting task. Mostly because you just don’t know how your little one will do once up in the air. Some babies experience pain during take-off and landing, while some simply sleep the entire time. There will be circumstances you can’t control, such […]
Boston Baby Nurse and Nanny is Partnering with Boston NAPS
Every single day at Boston Baby Nurse and Nanny, our number one priority is to meet each family’s unique needs to the highest standard of care. When we see that a family requires services that our team may not offer, however, we actively seek out helpful solutions, referring them only to the best of the […]
6 Maternity And Newborn Photo Shoot Ideas
Considering hiring a Boston photographer to capture your beautiful baby belly or precious newborn? It’s such an incredible investment because a picture really is worth a thousand words. When I look at the photos of my own children around our home, they transport me. I remember every detail about that specific moment in time with […]
What to Do About the FDA Teething Medicine Warning
Have a teething baby? As you may have heard, the FDA recently warned against using over-the-counter teething products, citing that many of them, including popular Baby Orajel and Orajel Medicated Teething Swabs, contain an ingredient–benzocaine–that “can cause rare but deadly side effects in children, especially those 2 years and younger.” We know these kinds of announcements […]
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