Author: Christy
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When Should I Switch My Baby From a Bottle to a Sippy Cup?
When I took my son to his 9 month old well baby check up, his doctor told me that she wanted to make sure that he was off the bottle around his first birthday. I really didn’t think this was going to be possible to wean him from the bottle by the time he was…
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I Successfully Weaned My Child from a Pacifier Using This Technique
When I took my son to his 18 month old check up, my son was happily sucking on his pacifier when the doctor walked him. She took it out of his mouth so that she could look into his mouth and he kept telling her that he wanted he wanted his “paci” back. She told…
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What Type of Potty Seat Should I Choose for my Toddler?
My baby is showing the signs that he is getting close to being ready to potty train. A few weeks ago, he started telling when he has a soiled diaper. He says, “I poop” when he soils his diaper. He hasn’t quite figured out the difference between urinating and pooping. I am excited and nervous…
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Do I Really Need a Changing Table in my Child’s Nursery?
Changing tables are a perfect addition to your baby’s nursery. Most changing tables can be used for multiple purposes, depending on the changing table that you choose to put in your child’s room. Some people feel as if a changing table is a big waste of money; however, many parents don’t realize that a changing table has several benefits.…
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Anemia During Pregnancy: How Will I Know If I am Anemic During My Pregnancy
Anemia is very common during pregnancy due to the increased blood flow in a woman’s body. Your doctor will test your blood during your first prenatal visit to ensure that you aren’t anemic at the beginning of your pregnancy. When a woman is pregnant, her body will produce up to 50 percent more blood than…
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Tips and Suggestions to Overcome Witching Hour
Is witching hour leaving you frazzled? Most babies around two weeks to three months old, may experience episodes of crying spells during the evening hours and your baby will be inconsolable. No matter what you try, nothing seems to calm your baby down and you can’t figure out what is wrong. You will find…
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My Newborn Won’t Stop Crying: Witching Hour or Colic
Many parents wonder what happened to the baby that they brought home from the hospital just a few short weeks ago. Once your baby turns two weeks old you may notice a change in your baby’s behavior. If fact, it may seem as if your happy, content baby flipped a switch and is now constantly…
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The First Years Manual Breast Pump
The First Years Manual breast pump offers mother’s the ability to pump breast milk on the go. A manual breast pump doesn’t require batteries or electricity. Since the pump doesn’t rely on batteries or electricity it gives mom’s the ability to pump anywhere. It is light-weight and it easily fits in your purse, tote bag,…
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Heart Warming Fans Crocheted Afghan
I started this blanket just before the holidays and finally finished it a few weeks ago. I am just now getting around to posting photos of my work onto my blog. This blanket is my favorite pattern and it is one of my popular blankets that I end up crocheting. For this pattern I used…
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What Changes to my Breasts Should I Expect During Pregnancy?
Most women complain about their breasts being sore and tender to the touch, possibly even, before they even find out that they are pregnant. Unless your one of those lucky women whose breasts don’t change in response to pregnancy. However most women begin noticing the changes the moment that they found out that they were…