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How to Teach Kids Gratitude (Beyond Just Saying Thank You)
Wondering how to teach kids gratitude? Try this simple Thanksgiving turkey activity that helps toddlers and young children practice thankfulness.
Our First Week of Night Weaning Our 20-Month-Old: An Honest Diary
Our honest first week of night weaning a 20-month-old: partner support, back rubs, a floor-bed transition, and making room for nursing during illness.
Hearty Chicken and Dumpling Soup with Extra Veggies
My family’s favorite homemade chicken and dumpling soup, loaded with carrots, celery, finely chopped kale, and optional bone broth, plus fluffy, buttery dumplings made from scratch with just five ingredients.
How the Ceres Chill Can Help You Reach Your Breastfeeding Goals
Going back to work, traveling, or spending the day away from your baby? Here’s how the Ceres Chill breastmilk chiller makes pumping and storing breast milk away from home simpler, from a lactation counselor and mom of 3.
Breastfeeding Past One: What to Expect With Toddler Nursing
There’s endless advice about the newborn weeks and almost none about nursing a toddler. Here’s what extended breastfeeding actually looks like at 12, 18 and 24 months.
Pumping SOS: 5 Common Pumping Problems (and Exactly What to Do)
Sudden drop in output? Painful sessions? A clogged duct? As a Certified Lactation Counselor, I’m walking through 5 of the most common pumping emergencies and exactly what to do about each one.
Baby Bit Me While Breastfeeding. Now What? A Lactation Counselor's Guide
That first bite mid-feed can be shocking (and painful). Here’s why babies bite while breastfeeding, the cues to watch for before it happens, and exactly what to do in the moment—and after.
Clean Diapers That Actually Perform: What I Look for as a Mom of 3
What actually makes a diaper “clean” and high-performing? As a mom of 3, I’m breaking down the ingredients, transparency, absorbency, and fit I look for before any diaper makes it into our house.
The Breastfeeding Timeline No One Gives You: What to Actually Expect Month by Month
Wondering what breastfeeding really looks like month by month? This honest guide walks you through every phase—from cluster feeding in week one to extended nursing at 12+ months—so you know exactly what to expect and how to get through it.
The Stomach Bug Survival Guide
A real-mom survival guide for getting through the stomach bug with babies, toddlers, and kids — from your sick-day station and disinfecting routine to hydration tips and when to call the pediatrician.
The Ultimate Guide to Clean Sunscreen for Babies, Kids & Families (Updated for Summer 2026)
A complete guide to non-toxic mineral sunscreen for babies, kids & families. What to look for, ingredients to avoid, and the best clean picks for Summer 2026.
The Best Breastmilk Chillers & Coolers (Honest Comparison for Real Moms)
If you pump on the go, a breast milk chiller can be a game changer. I tested three popular options side-by-side — Ceres Chill, Boon Frosh, and Momcozy Breast Milk Cooler — so you don’t have to guess. Here’s my honest comparison to help you find the best breastmilk chiller for your lifestyle.
What to Do When Your Baby Bites While Breastfeeding (and Why It Happens)
Is your baby biting while breastfeeding? Learn why it happens and simple, gentle ways to prevent and handle biting during nursing.
Non-Candy Easter Basket Ideas for Babies, Toddlers, and Kids
Skip the candy and fill those Easter baskets with things kids will actually use! Find non-candy Easter basket ideas for babies, toddlers, and kids — from sensory toys and books to outdoor gear and spring clothes.
Why We Ditched Plastic Plates for Nontoxic Mealtime Gear
When I learned what was actually happening every time my kids ate off plastic plates, I couldn’t go back. This guide covers the real dangers of plastic dishes for kids, what the research says about microplastics, and the exact nontoxic mealtime gear we use every day instead.
