Parenting is one of the most meaningful journeys we can embark on, but it’s far from perfect. Positive parenting isn’t about achieving perfection or handling every moment flawlessly. Instead, it focuses on fostering strong, loving relationships with your child—even during the tough moments. Let’s explore what positive parenting means and how to implement its core principles into your daily life.
As marijuana use becomes more widely accepted and legalized, many expecting and new mothers may wonder: Is it safe to use marijuana during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
A sitz bath—a shallow bath designed to soak the perineal area—is a time-honored remedy for soothing discomfort and promoting healing after childbirth.
When you’re pregnant, taking care of your body goes beyond just eating well, staying active, and attending medical appointments—it includes maintaining your oral health, too! Your dental health plays a significant role in your baby’s well-being. Here’s what you need to know about how healthy teeth and gums contribute to a healthy pregnancy and what steps you can take to protect both you and your baby.
This tradition, which became popular during the postwar baby boom of the 1940s and ’50s, is an opportunity for you and the expectant parent’s community of close friends and family to celebrate new beginnings, share parenting wisdom, and help make a dent in the haul of essentials that the new parent will need once the baby arrives.
Many doctors, sleep experts, and clinics begin promoting sleep training as early as 3 or 4 months, and sometimes even earlier. This happens during a crucial time of infant development, often called the “fourth trimester,” when infants are still adapting to life outside the womb. Opponents of early sleep training argue that it interferes with the infant’s naturally developing circadian rhythms, creates undue stress, and can even undermine breastfeeding success.