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How to successfully introduce your dog to your new baby to ensure they are BFF’s For many of us, our

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When you think of baby shower gifts, the first things that come to your mind are practical things – baby clothes, pacifiers, the works. But those things are consumable goods. The diapers will be depleted; the baby clothes fit one month and are too small the next. One thing that can’t be exhausted? Knowledge. For your next baby shower, why not consider gifting the soon-to-be-parents with a course from our experts at NewbornCourse? 

BreastFeeding: Why All The Commotion Breastfeeding in Public, Why do people have a problem with a baby on a breast? Google “breastfeeding in public” & you’ll come across recent news articles about another woman who was told to stop breastfeeding. She was asked to “move somewhere else” or “be discreet”. But what gives?

Those who are planning (or trying) to get pregnant might feel a twinge of jealousy, but that’s a bit natural, don’t you think? However, if your friend has hoped against hope to become pregnant month after disappointing month or know they are infertile your relationship will take some work on both sides to remain strong. So, how do you tell them you’re pregnant?

His body may not distort or tell him he needs to eat some crazy food combo that even you raised an eyebrow at when it first popped in your head, but your partner in this life long venture became a parent at the moment conception occurred, too. Keeping him involved from day one is going to strengthen the unbreakable bond between father and child as sure as the bond between mother and child grows stronger as your baby grows inside you. Here are some some great ways to get daddies to feel fatherly long before the due date and beyond.

Even though you can hardly wait to take your new family home, when it’s actually time to go… It’s more than a bit terrifying, isn’t it? How could anyone in their right mind let you out the door with this tiny human being? It might be a bit late for this tip, so we won’t put it on the list, but if you don’t know it, you should. It’s natural to feel anxious at that moment. Everyone feels that way. Honest!  It’s amazing, though, how soon you will find your stride.

Here are some of the top challenges that expectant fathers face upon the arrival of a newborn child. . The Newborn Course gives a sound and knowledgeable starting point to prepare you fro these challenges.

What are some ways one can successfully complete a flight with baby in tow? Follow these top ten tips for an easier (and quieter) time flying with a baby.

There are both benefits and downsides to using pacifiers (also known as “binkies”) to soothe your baby to sleep. We’ve compiled everything you need to know about them right here.

There’s no getting around it, the cost of having a baby is expensive! Here’s some advice we found to help you through the expense.

While most people choose to wait until the end of the first trimester, there are no hard and fast rules about who you tell or when you tell them you are pregnant. Here are a few thoughts on when might be best to share the news with everyone in your life.

Your mom probably told you to eat well during pregnancy, take your prenatal vitamins, and enjoy your sleep while you

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Choosing baby names are something that many expectant parents look forward to. But while exciting, it can also be quite daunting! Here are some helpful suggestions to guide you in the process

Childbirth is the most natural thing in the world, and your body already knows half the answers. As for the rest, there are plenty of pregnancy resources out there to help you prepare for giving birth and beyond.

To take some of the weight off your shoulders, we’ve compiled some resources that all expectant parents want and need. Whether this is your first baby or a new addition to your growing family, we know you’ll find something helpful to rely on.

We help you plan your hospital bag to contain all the things you need so you can remain as comfortable and cozy as possible during your hospital stay and on the way home.

The expression “sleeping like a baby” used to be appealing, right? But as a new mom, you know differently. Here are four simple tips to help you maximize your sleep time and conserve your energy during your baby’s first few months.

It can be overwhelming trying to get a fussy baby to sleep—especially when you’re exhausted yourself. Here are a few things you can do to help your baby’s bedtime get to sleep easier, and ensure he or she is comfy, safe, and snug.

By making informed decisions, you can eliminate many major risk factors that would hurt your baby’s health. Here are ten things to cut when you’re pregnant. 

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a newborn’s life, followed by continued breastfeeding as solid foods are introduced, up to one year or longer. There is a dark side to exclusive breastfeeding, though, and that’s the toll it can take on the mom’s mental and physical state. For this reason, it’s of paramount importance for nursing mothers to focus on self-care whenever possible.