When your baby turns 3 months old, it’s a perfect time to think about what toys will aid their development. Hand-eye coordination is developing rapidly, as well as the ability to recognize objects and people. Your baby may start turning to you and babbling when he hears you talk! One of the sweetest milestones during this age range, as they… Read More
The 9-12 month baby age is exciting! Between 6-9 months you started seeing more of their personality and it keeps getting better. Also, many babies that had trouble sleeping through the night start at 9 months. The days can be slow but the years are fast, and it’s probably really crazy to think, but you almost have a one year… Read More
This is truly one of my favorite ages of the first year. The 6-9 month baby schedule is fun because it’s similar to 3-6 in terms of how many naps, so you’ve already developed a rhythm that can just be continued, which is the essence of a working routine. And your baby becomes more mobile and social- it’s a… Read More
Don’t get me wrong, there are many things I love about having a newborn. The excitement of a new baby in your home, the endless cuddling and bonding time, and seeing them smile for the first time. Priceless. It may not be a surprise to you, since I’ve written a whole series on routines, that I love a well scheduled… Read More
If you have a newborn baby, you are probably reading this in a sleepy daze. There is a lot going on right now, and you may be wondering if there is a way to get some order to this new and amazing (but exhausting) life you’ve brought home. And there is! The first few months are the most varied in… Read More
I searched constantly about what activities to do with my babies and how to schedule their days. Constantly because I would search again at every new month, from newborns to 6 months and so forth. And I still do as we get to new milestones and changes, the next one being preschool! I’m nowhere near Type A, but routines work wonders… Read More
A routine or schedule isn’t a regimented, strict schedule for every minute of your day. It won’t make your life mundane or boring. Actually having a routine will help you NOT have to plan every single minute, because your organization helps free up some time. It also contributes to being a happier stay at home mom when your day has… Read More
There’s so much to think about and consider when taking care of a baby. Whenever you can use a simple system that helps the day to day, it is very appreciated! Keeping a baby sleep log is a great way to track how your baby is sleeping. You don’t have to wait until there are “problems”. Using it right away… Read More
First things first. There are no universally right or wrong ways to raise kids, or to sleep train kids. After I had my first son Miles, and he only wanted to sleep by being held- I became really passionate about sleep. In a really dorky, read too many books on newborn sleep training, kind of way. After some knowledge coupled… Read More
Some things ARE easier with more kids! The anticipation of the second baby does bring a whole new set of worries that did not exist the first time. We just got used to taking care of one baby, how are we supposed to take care of two??!! How can I give the second baby enough attention? Will my toddler be… Read More