When taking a new job, almost all of us feel like we have a ton to prove – showing that we were the right choice for the role, and justifying our salaries and other compensation. But for those of us with families, balancing this can be tough. Sometimes, however, the...
Waiting for baby is so exciting, and of course it’s all about baby. But, remenber, moms, it’s you that’s carrying the bundle into the hospital interutero, you that will work hard to get it out of there, and you that will be inconvenienced if it decides it wants to arrive...
Mrs. Tiger writes a blog that revolves around Tiger family activities. A recently completed one honed in on the family choice to put their verging on five child into Kindergarten. Having clearly made the correct choice for her own thriving child, it’s useful to note the reasons given, as they...
It’s tough being both a professional and a mother; however the two roles can coexist with some careful planning. By thinking ahead and structuring your various commitments, you can be sure to maximize your “kid time” and spend as much time with your children as possible. Most importantly, draw lines...
Think that cold weather means the end of activities for your kids? Well, think again. While it might not be feasible to play outside when the weather turns cold, that doesn’t mean that you kids should not have any way to burn off their energy. Instead, look indoors and get...
After giving birth, a new mother can of course expect a number of changes to her body. One of the unwelcome and common ones, however, is postpartum hair loss. To help get through this time, there are a few tricks you can use. First, ensure that you keep up your...
Deciding whether your child should learn to play a musical instrument doesn’t have to have anything to do with whether you believe you’re fostering the next great concert pianist, or molding the next break-out reality music show star. Playing a musical instrument can do many wonderful things for your child,...
Many parents are relieved when their infants start sleeping for long stretches rather than waking up every few hours. However, in this case, a mother writes in whose infant headed down that path, but is now waking up regularly again. She wonders if this is sleep regression, or simply a...
Often, parents are told that they need to “socialize” their babies when a baby is seen reacting negatively to a stranger in public. However, that simply isn’t always the case. Babies are learning, growing, and absorbing everything around them, and as such, their reactions are naturally bound to run the...
If you are pregnant and think you could have the flu, contact your doctor immediately. Common symptoms of the flu include the chills, a cough and/or sore throat, lethargy, headaches, and body aches. Some symptoms can last a week or even longer. The flu can be particularly dangerous if you...