Parenting Hacks

Whether you are a first-time parent or you’ve done this before, there is always more to learn! Discuss things like tips for weaning your little one off of the pacifier, potty training hacks, and how to put a child in time-out.

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INFANTS

Is it normal that my infant's poop is green?

Parents! My baby’s poop is weirdly colored. What does that mean?

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BEHAVIOR & DEVELOPMENT

My 5 y.o is so emotional and I don’t know what to do about it!!

From crying and yelling to snapping back into the happiest mood in a very short time span, my daughter’s emotions are very wide-ranging. Recently, she’s been really fresh; how do you deal with a super sassy 5 year old?!

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PARENTING HACKS

Ahh! I accidentally lost my son’s favorite toy - what do I tell him?

I totally goofed and lost my son’s favorite toy during one transition or another! Any suggestions on ways to break the news to him? I know he’s young but he’s going to be heartbroken!

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INFANTS

Advice for how to treat baby acne?

My baby is 4 weeks old and has had acne on his cheeks, nose, and forehead for a couple of weeks now. Is this normal? How do I treat it? Not gonna lie, I'm starting to get worried!

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BEHAVIOR & DEVELOPMENT

My older one is so jealous of the new baby! Any suggestions?

The jealousy phase just hit my toddler HARD. She not only refuses to interact with the baby, but she also takes it out on all of us–my mom, my husband, everyone!! What can I do?!

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PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH

Please help me figure out how to sleep upwards in my final trimester!!

Mom's that have to sit sleeping up towards the end of pregnancy....how do you do it?! 😭I can't take it another 2 months.

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PARENTING HACKS

How do I reward my child when they’re potty training?

I want to be more creative about how I’m rewarding my daughter as she’s potty training. She’s not big on stickers and I don’t want to give her any treats. What are other things you’ve tried?

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PARENTING HACKS

I’m nervous about hiring a babysitter! Any advice?!

Hey mamas! My baby is 5 months now and we’ve only left her with my parents and in-laws. The thought of leaving her with a sitter terrifies me! My partner says that I have nothing to worry about, but any tips to calm my nerves would be much appreciated :)

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BABY PRODUCTS & GEAR

Online marketplace to buy used baby gear?

I’m looking to be more waste-conscious and buy mostly used baby gear for the little one! Are there any parents out there who have recommendations for where to buy quality secondhand goods? Thanks!

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BEHAVIOR & DEVELOPMENT

How do I help my toddler with his social skills?

Any ideas to help toddlers with their social skills? My son is an only child and we don’t send him to daycare or preschool yet. I love that I get to be home with him, but I worry about him being too shy and scared to make friends when he does start school.

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