The benefits of reading to a child are immeasurable. It aids in language and cognitive development, and an early interest in reading can foster a lifelong interest in learning. So, when is the best time to begin to read to your child? Start while he’s still in the womb. Baby’s Listening Research shows that reading […]
5 Tips for Successful Tummy Time
As you may have heard, one of the best ways for babies to explore their world and get a little exercise is through regular “tummy time.” Tummy time simply means placing baby in a safe spot on their stomachs for short periods of time in to strengthen muscles that are essential for mastering gross motor skills such as crawling, climbing and […]
Could Your Family Benefit From Infant Sleep Training?
When my children were young I remember wondering if I would ever have a good night’s sleep again. Or finally hitting the pillow but being too anxious to fall asleep because I knew that once I was asleep, most likely the baby or one of my older children would wake me for some reason. Sound […]
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 […]
Nearing Your Baby’s First Birthday: Whole New Terrain
Baby Nurse Question: My baby just turned nine months old. I’m already noticing her transitioning out of the baby stage but what else can I expect in the coming months and what sort of activities should I be doing with her? I’ve been getting these types of questions from a lot of parents lately and […]
Newborn 101: Back to Sleep and Tummy Time
What do these two newborn topics have to do with the other? Ever since The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommended that babies be put to sleep on their backs with the Back to Sleep Campaign—thereby decreasing the SIDS rate by an astonishing rate of 50 percent—pediatricians have noticed an increase in cranial asymmetry in […]
