Ojus Patel
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8 Earth Day Activities For Preschoolers They'll Totally Love
Earth Day is just around the corner, and you might be thinking that your kiddo is too young to really understand the concept of Earth Day and all it encompasses. The truth is, kids probably understand the earth better than we do, and our job as paren… → Read More
How Weaning Affects Your Body, Because It's Not As Simple As It Seems
When you have a baby and decide to nurse, it's a learning process to get into a routine that works both you and baby. You don't really have much control over what's happening — you just have to take the situation as it comes and go from there. When y… → Read More
Can Stress Cause Preeclampsia? Here's What You Need To Know
Pregnancy can often be a stress-filled period of time, even if you don't want it to be. After all, there's so much to consider and worry about — what to buy, what to eat, what to read, how to prepare, and oh yeah, how to best raise that baby that you… → Read More
4 Silent Signs Your Baby Is Choking, Because They Don't Always Cough
When it comes to safety and your children, everything seems terrifying. Of course you're overly cautious about everything, and even a bump or scrape is sure to break your heart. But, when it comes to serious things, like choking, education is the bes… → Read More
Is The Chinese Gender Predictor Test Accurate? It's Not Exactly A Fool-Proof Method To Determine Sex
When you are pregnant, or trying to get pregnant, it's hard to not think about the baby you're having. What will they be like, what will they look like, and of course, the question you're most asked — is it a boy or a girl? There are plenty of old wi… → Read More
Here's When You Should Stop Spoon-Feeding Your Kid, According To Experts
You've been waiting to hit the solid foods milestone so you can finally feed your sweet babe teeny spoonfuls of something delicious, but the recommendations vary on when and how to start feeding your baby real food, and they pretty much vary on when … → Read More
How Using A Bottle After 1 Affects Your Kid Later In Life, According To Experts
When it comes to babies, we know that every child is different. No one method works for all kids, parents, or families, so it's hard for us to decide what to do. If your little one is nearing her first birthday, you might be considering weaning optio… → Read More
4 Signs Your Toddler Has The Flu, Even If They Don't Have A Fever
If you're concerned about your little one catching the flu this season, you're definitely not alone. This year's flu is reportedly the worst and most widespread in a long time, and young children are among the most susceptible to catching it. Since c… → Read More
Why Does My Vagina Hurt During Pregnancy? Here's What's Happening Down There
Pregnancy typically brings about a slew of aches and pains, sometimes in parts of the body you didn't expect to be affected. Many women have pain in their mouths or swollen gums, stinging pain in their legs, and swollen or tender hands. Often, parts … → Read More
What Does It Mean If My Pumped Milk Is Stringy? There Could Be A Few Things Causing The Texture
Breastfeeding is one of the hardest things many women go through — sometimes even harder than pregnancy or childbirth. It takes time to build a solid nursing relationship, and even then, there are so many wildcards that could influence your journey. … → Read More
What Does It Mean If An Epidural Only Works On One Side Of Your Body? Those Stories Actually Happen
There's one thing on the forefront of most pregnant women's minds — labor and delivery. As if growing and carrying a child (or multiple children) isn't the absolute hardest work, the culmination of that experience involves actually having to give bir… → Read More
When Should You Stop Bathing With Your Kids? The Answer Isn't Simple
If you're a parent of young kids, you've probably come across some issues that you've wanted a specific answer to, but couldn't find one. The truth is, there are so many questions that arise during parenthood that have no clear answer. When should yo… → Read More
Will My Toddler Really Eat When They're Hungry? Experts Explain
There is no bigger question mark than a toddler. They're hitting you one minute, and hugging you the next. They go through phases of eating constantly, and then eating nothing at all. The food battles can be most concerning — no parent wants to think… → Read More
Can I Make My Milk Come In Faster? Lactation Consultants Explain
When you're preparing for life with a newborn, there's a lot to consider. If you're hoping to breastfeed, you can add a whole additional layer into that preparation. Breastfeeding your baby, whether it's your first or your fourth, always comes with q… → Read More
What Kind Of Snacks Are Good For Labor? Real Moms & Experts Weigh In
You might have heard that it isn't good to eat much while in labor, and the advice probably seemed contradictory. After all, how are you supposed to do the hardest work of your life on an empty stomach? As it turns out, the "no eating, no drinking" r… → Read More
This Is What You're Doing When You Give In To Your Kid's Whining
Seriously, nothing gets to me quite like when my kids whine. I know, in my head, that whining is a normal and appropriate developmental behavior, but the annoyance of it all really takes precedence in the moment, doesn't it? It's hard not to give in … → Read More
How Long After A Miscarriage Will I Ovulate? An Expert Explains
Miscarriages are, undoubtedly, painful to experience. From the emotional weight of losing a baby to the physical stress that your body has to go through, it's no surprise that it takes many women a long time to recover. (And that's totally OK.) When … → Read More
Why Your Baby Hates Feeding From A Bottle, According To Science
Whether you are worried about going back to work or just need some time alone, it can be very frustrating if your baby refuses to feed from a bottle. Your level of concern skyrockets, and though your main thought is of feeding your baby, it's normal … → Read More
Why Does My Baby Like To Sleep On Me? Science Explains
Every parent has been there — endless rocking, bouncing or walking, and though baby falls asleep so soundly in your arms or on your chest, they wake up the instant you put them down. As wonderfully intoxicating as it is to have a baby sleep on you, i… → Read More
Can You Do Barre While Pregnant? It's Important To Stay Active
Barre classes have become all the rage lately, with barre studios pretty much popping up along Starbucks all across the nation. As a childhood ballet-dropout myself, I took the phenomenon as a welcomed change from my adult ballet classes, and continu → Read More