Mommy Method

When Alex was a baby, I thought that she was constantly cranky because that’s how babies are.  Little did I know that what she was suffering from was Colic.  It wasn’t until having my second daughter, Sarai, that I realized that babies aren’t cranky all the time (by nature).  So here are some ways to know if your baby is colicy and ways to help calm them down!

The Ultimate Guide to Conception, Birth, and Everything In Between

This is a fantastic book that gives insight in to every question an expecting mother could possibly have!  It is,by far, the best baby shower gift I have ever received!

Bathing a baby may seem like a no brainer, but there are several things to keep in mind.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, sponge baths are the best option for babies that have no yet lost their umbilical cord stump.  Also, newborns do not need to be bathed every day as constant bathing can cause dry skin and can potentially increase the chance of your baby getting sick due to weak immune systems.  For the most part, it is okay to just give a simple sponge bath.

Shopping for cute little baby shoes is so much fun!  Now that we have more access to shoe stores online, it is important to know the sizes of shoes in UK and in European sizes as they compare with US sizes.  With this chart, you will be able to shop at any online shoe store and find the size that is right for your little one.  Keep in mind that children’s feet grow quickly and that each brand and style may be slightly off.  I always purchase shoes for my growing little ones that are a half a size larger than what I think they wear.  This is will give you a little extra time between shoe purchases and will ensure that the shoes you buy online aren’t too small.  If they are too big, then you will have a pair of shoes for the near future, but shoes that are too small are of no use.