The Benefits of Using a Midwife During Pregnancy
There are many benefits to receiving care from certified nurse midwives during pregnancy and postpartum. Midwives are healthcare professionals that provide a variety of medical care services for women. From prenatal care, to assistance during labor and delivery, to postpartum support, certified professional midwives are a great addition to a…
14-15 Month Sleep Regression
Are you noticing some changes in sleep around 14-15 months? You might be seeing what some may call the 14-15 month sleep regression. Let’s talk about what this might look like and how to help your little one if sleep is challenging. Is there a sleep regression at 14 or…
A Mom Explains the Extreme Highs and Lows of Motherhood
A mere two years ago, I became a mama. And since then, I can wholeheartedly say I’ve experienced more ups and downs than I ever had before in the three decades of my life leading up to my motherhood journey. This is not to discredit the realness of life before…
Breakdown of the CYBEX e-PRIAM Stroller [Yes, it Rocks!]
One of the most luxurious stroller brands on the market, Cybex offers a range of higher-end strollers with attractive designs and features. The new Cybex e-PRIAM battery-powered and app-controlled stroller is one of a kind! It’s equipped with all-terrain tires letting you travel from gravel to dirt to concrete with…
5 Important Facts About Your Drooling Baby
All parents have wondered this at one time: why do babies drool? If you’ve been noticing your little one suddenly has saliva flowing all day long, don’t fret – it’s a normal part of baby’s development! As your baby’s saliva glands mature around a few months of age, it’s time…
15 Month Old Sleep Schedule
Look out world! Your 15 month old is growing physically, cognitively, and emotionally. With all of these big developments, you may see some changes with your little one’s sleep. I’d love to share my most frequently asked questions about 15 month old sleep, including 15 month old sleep schedules, how…
Take a Peek into this Whimsical Baby Girl Nursery
Ready for a peek into the nursery of one of our very own Rookie Mom team members? This whimsical nursery is pulled together with gorgeous constellation wallpaper, soft pink star sheets, and the prettiest Pottery Barn Kids mobile. And, of course, who needs a rocking horse when you could have…
The Ups and Downs of Gentle Parenting
Gentle parenting is a parenting style that emphasizes empathy, respect, and boundaries. Raising kids is not easy, and there is a multitude of “parenting styles” to choose from, or just not label your parenting style at all! A parenting approach might work well for one family, and not work out…
Can Newborns Sleep on Their Side?
Is it OK for newborns to sleep on their side?# The safest position for a newborn to sleep is on their back. For the first year of your baby’s life, you are always going to place them on their back for sleep. If you happen to wake in the night…
Gentle Parenting: Everything You Need to Know
Gentle parenting is a nurturing style of raising children that allows parents to partner with their little ones to promote their growth and development. This parenting style encourages open communication and reflection, leading children to make positive choices independently. Gentle parenting moves away from seeing a child’s behavior as neither…