Category: mom to mom
How to Talk to Your Child’s Pediatrician About Baby Food-Induced Autism
In light of the discoveries that some infant meals may cause autism, many moms are worried and perplexed. A 2022 study reported the discovery of hazardous heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and mercury in common baby foods. This raised concerns about the potential link between neurodevelopmental toxicity and disorders like autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Moreover, the findings sparked worries about the long-term effects on children’s health, according to TN Applied Sciences.
Read moreItems You Need To Have When Using a Birth Pool
Giving birth is a profound and personal experience, and many expectant mothers are turning to home births for a comfortable, intimate setting. Birth pools are gaining popularity as they provide a soothing environment that can ease labor pains and promote relaxation. Whether you’re an expectant mother, a doula, or a professional midwife, knowing what you need for a successful birth pool setup is vital. Below is a list of the items you need to have when using a birth pool that oversees stability and safety.
Read moreWorldwide Day of Play! Presented by Nickelodeon & the Association of Children’s Museums
The Museum of Fulton County is pleased to be participating in Our World: Worldwide Day of Play on Saturday, September 28. As a day dedicated to experiencing joyful learning through play, this worldwide event is focused on getting kids and their families up, out, and playing around.
Read more5 Ways To Preserve Your Child’s Special Moments
Watching your little one grow is a bittersweet experience. One minute they’re taking their first steps, the next they’re off to school. Every precious moment deserves to be cherished, yet they often slip through our fingers before we can capture them. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of ways to preserve your child’s special moments, ensuring that those fleeting years are beautifully documented for years to come.
Read moreThe Unique Duties of the Mother of the Bride
Every mother dreams about her daughter’s wedding day, and when the moment arrives, it’s about more than just seeing her lovely child say, “I do.” It’s a time for the mother of the bride to shine in her unique role, offering love, wisdom, and guidance. Here, we’re exploring the unique duties of the mother of the bride and some of the tasks that make this role so cherished and beautiful.
Read moreHelping Your Child Cope With the Loss of a Pet
In many households, a beloved pet becomes a member of the family. The loss of a pet can be an incredibly upsetting event, especially for children who may be experiencing grief for the first time. Parents must help children navigate these difficult emotions and reassure them that everything will be OK. Here are three tips for helping your child cope with losing a family pet.
Read more10 Tips for Reducing the Risk of Sustaining an Elbow Injury
Although your elbow is supposed to be the strongest part of your arm, it is still prone to certain injuries that can limit your mobility and daily activities. Instead of leaving it to chance, here are ten important tips to reducing your risk of an elbow injury.
Read more7 Teens/tweens, 2 Adults, 1 Island, No Ferries…our first camping experience!
I never understood it, shoot, if I’m being honest, I thought they were all crazy. What kind of a person volunteers to leave their climate-controlled home with a private bathroom, a fully stocked fridge, freezer, wifi, and all the modern-day accommodations they work so hard to provide their family and go live in the great outdoors for a week? To me that sounded like pure nonsense, borderline insanity. Vacations should require less work, not more. Why pack towels, air mattresses, sheets, pots, pans, coolers, etc.? Why not save yourself time, energy, and bug bites and just stay home? After an impromptu extended stay on an island with 7 tweens/teens, one brutal storm, dirty underwear, greasy hair, and legs you could play connect-the-bug bites on I think I finally get it. I drank the Kool-Aid. What’s even more shocking, is I miss it, there, I said it. But I’m getting ahead of myself, let me start from the beginning.
Read more12 Tips to Help Moms Balance it ALL this School Year (and Giveaway)
Having it all can be exhausting, am I right moms? As a lone parent to three teens, graduate student, teacher, and homeowner I know that if I do not manage stress it will manage me in the form of burnout and ultimately negatively impact my immune system, and then I am out of commission. The last thing a mom can be is out of commission, don’t get me wrong we would gladly welcome a week in bed but this week in bed would come with a heavy price of trying to play catchup for the next month. Therefore, it’s in our best interest to get in front of the matter sooner rather than later.
I’m sharing tips to help you balance or at least find harmony with all the plates you are juggling mommas! What’s more, these tips will help you give yourself grace for breaks and carve out time to rest and rejuvenate so that you can recharge and stick to your new routine. These tips will help make your life better and more rewarding this school year. Additionally, to give you a jump start on learning how to give yourself grace breaks I’m giving away one $50 gift card to Target to be used however that momma (or parent) pleases! Read on for tips and to enter the giveaway!
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