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Silly things moms have done when deprived of sleep

Babies are demanding little creatures, and their demands will outweigh your need for sleep. Sometimes this leads to silly experiences that you’ll look back on and laugh about, but at the time you can’t believe what happened! This video from She Knows features a few moms confessing the craziest things...

Frustrations in finding a good babysitter

It seems like babysitters these days are more inclined to let technology do their work, rather than interact with and get to know the kids. At least that’s what Marlee Bangerter at the Baby Center has found in searching for a babysitter of her own. When TV, video games and...

Breastfeeding options in a lesbian relationship

LGBTQ couples are having babies and raising families the same as hetero couples. When the number of women in the relationship doubles, so do your breastfeeding options! In this article at Best for Babes, co-nursing, inducing lactation and other ideas are discussed. Every relationship is different, and deciding what’s right...

Tackling the breastfeeding battle head on

Breastfeeding mothers have been fighting a battle for basic human rights for a long time, whether it’s receiving hate for breastfeeding in public or attacks from formula-feeding moms. In this article from The Alpha Parent, every argument against breastfeeding that you could ever think of is covered with the perfect...

Tips for losing weight while breastfeeding

Some mothers are in a hurry to lose baby weight quickly, while others are mostly content to let it linger a while. If you’re breastfeeding, you’re likely to experience an easier time losing weight after the first three months. In this Ask Anne article from Breastfeeding Basics, a depressed mother...

Cracked nipples are no fun!

When you’re breastfeeding, your nipples take a lot of abuse. From your baby barracuda to your breast pump, it’s easy to see how they can get sore quickly. Cracks from dry skin can be especially painful, and one mother sought advice at La Leche League for an issue with a...

The first day of motherhood, in photos

From the moment you and your child meet face to face, you have a deep bond. The first hours of motherhood are a rush of hormones and raw emotion. Featured at the Baby Center, these photos were taken of mothers and their babies during their first day. Joy and strength...

Fun Earth Day Projects For Kids

Earth day is coming up next week, and it’s the perfect opportunity to do something with your kids that teaches them to respect our planet and appreciate our place on it. Even young toddlers will enjoy these fun projects! Growing things is always fun. You could plant some seeds in...