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One of the first things I learned while prepping for parenthood is that swaddling is supposed to be simple… but when you’re staring at a tiny, wiggly human (or even just a doll during practice), it suddenly feels like you’re trying to perform complicated origami. If you’re feeling overwhelmed about swaddling, you’re not alone. I’m…
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When I first found out I was going to be a parent, I imagined all the sweet, peaceful moments: cuddling my newborn, watching them sleep, feeling that overwhelming love. And then reality hit. What if I mess up? What if I’m not good enough? What if I’m just… not cut out for this? If your…
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If you’re anything like me, the moment you found out you were going to be a parent, your brain probably went into a full-on panic spiral. (“Wait, they’re going to hand me a tiny human? With no manual?”) Yep, same here. I’m still in the thick of preparing and learning all of this newborn stuff…
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Becoming a parent is exciting… and a little terrifying. As a first-time parent, I quickly realized there are about a million baby products out there. I wasn’t even sure what half of them were for (what even is a nasal aspirator?!). So, if you’re like me—researching “what to put on a baby registry” while tired…
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Becoming a new parent comes with a long checklist—diapers, bottles, baby clothes… and yes, figuring out how you’re going to get around safely and efficiently with your little one. Whether you’re heading to doctor’s appointments, grocery runs, or coming home for the first time together, having the right transportation gear makes a huge difference. So…
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As a soon-to-be parent, I’ve been deep-diving into all things baby—especially sleep. If you’re prepping for your newborn like I am, you’ve probably seen the endless options for baby sleepwear: swaddles, sleep sacks, wearable blankets… it’s overwhelming! So I did some research and here’s what I’ve learned about swaddles vs. sleep sacks. When to use…
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baby’s first week home preparations As a soon-to-be first-time parent, I’ve spent a lot of time reading, listening, watching, and panicking (just a little/lot) about what those first few days at home with a newborn might actually be like. From what I’ve gathered, the first week is a mix of beautiful, exhausting, and totally unpredictable…