Parenting is an incredible journey full of fun and frustration. There are as many ways to parent as there are parents themselves. Yet knowing that, quick parenting judgments and comparisons are made constantly. Luckily that doesn’t mean you have to listen to them! In this refreshing article at Scary Mommy,...
There are a variety of breast pumps available on the market, and for a new mom looking to get started in breastfeeding, choosing one can be an overwhelming decision to make! These tips will help you get started. First you need to figure out your personal pumping needs. If you...
Your tiny little baby grows so fast, before you know it you’re picking out adorable baby-sized spoons and first solid foods. The transition to solids can be a bumpy ride, but these tips from Scary Mommy can help! First, cover anything you don’t want baby food to get spilled (flung,...
When other moms find out you’re pregnant, it’s like a little switch flips in their brain and they have to tell you everything they know on the subject to prepare you for the journey ahead. While you can never truly prepare, there are a few things you’re bound to experience...
Your breast pump is a very important piece of equipment. For the times you can’t be there to breastfeed your baby directly, your pump ensures your baby always has breastmilk. Your breast pump comes with a lot of parts that need to be washed daily, but it’s really pretty easy....
We all hate something about our bodies, and every person you think is better off than you has imperfections they wish they could change. Summer is swimsuit season, but don’t get discouraged if your body isn’t “bikini ready.” Get in the pool and enjoy yourself! In this inspiring article from...
Bringing a baby into this world might be the most difficult thing you ever do. Everyone you talk to will have advice for you, but there are a lot of myths surrounding childbirth that need to be debunked. For example, a lot of people believe that once your water breaks...
Parenting is a stressful, time-consuming job that is entirely paid for in cuddles, kisses, and baby smiles that eventually morph into the person who chooses your nursing home (but best to not think about that now). Your time is precious, so the moments you have to yourself mean way more...
There are a lot of convenient items on the market that make caring for your baby easier, but most of them aren’t absolute necessities. You can get by with just the basics at first and add other things as you need them. However, there are a few items you’ll be...
We know the law is on our side when it comes to breastfeeding, but that hasn’t stopped an overwhelming amount ignorance on the subject in the general population. It’s so nice to see stories like this one where restaurant managers do the right thing and standing up for breastfeeding mothers!...