Parenting
Ain’t No Cure for the Start of School Blues
When back-to-school feels bittersweet. Time goes so quickly and this mom isn’t sure she’s ready for the kids to be gone from home all day just yet.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Pillows Reviewed: The Yay to the Nay
If you’re pregnant and starting to find it difficult to get comfortable while you sleep, check out my review of pregnancy pillows. After all, these are the last few months of uninterrupted shut eye you have left!
Activities
DIY Decoupage Refrigerator Magnets for Back-to-School
It is back-to-school time and soon all that beautiful artwork will be coming home. These personalized magnets are perfect for letting a child show off their creations!
Baby
Out of the Car & Into the Crib
Help! My baby will only nap in a running car or while nursing. How can I help him develop more practical napping habits?
Toddler
Toddler Summer Shoes Reviewed: The Yay to the Nay
I have a confession to make. For the past two summers, my two-year-old daughter has worn nothing but Crocs. However, I did welcome the opportunity to pit my time-tested favorite against a couple of the other popular toddler shoe trends for summer. Namely— the old-school revival of Salt Water Sandals and the brand new to the party Natives.
Activities
3 Artists Who Inspire, “I Can Do Art”
Here are three artists who inspire me to try something new and make art. I hope they inspire you, too.
Baby
Comments Count! One Reader’s Has Already Saved Lives.
Leave a comment to give a kid a shot at life. I’m participating in a fundraising effort to provide vaccines to children in developing nations.
Toddler
Drawing Apps Reviewed: The Yay to the Nay
My toddler is now interested in drawing and that includes the drawing apps on my iPad. Here are the reviews of a few that we’ve lived with.
Crafts
Craft and Snack: Easy Fruit Art
Your child will love combining a fruit snack with craft time to make these fun fruit pictures. This is a perfect summertime activity!
Party & Play
The Ultimate Summer Road Trip Playlist for Families
We all know that nothing makes the miles go by faster than some soul-lifting music, so this year we’ve put together Alphamom’s Summer Road Trip Playlist.
Baby
Can Breast AND Bottle Be Best?
I can’t pump enough milk for my baby and I’m tired of driving myself crazy over it. Can I nurse and use formula…and learn to be okay with that?
Toddler
The Yay to the Nay: Letter Learning Apps for Toddlers
My two-year-old has a bit of an obsession with the iPad. In order to manage her use of it, we impose time limits and also make sure to have plenty of educational apps loaded. There are tons of apps out there for toddlers but here we’re reviewing apps that help kids learn their alphabet and identify letters.
Parenting
Fun Things To Do On Your Road Trip This Summer
If you’ll be taking a road trip this summer, we’ve got some suggestions for you. Maybe something here will help you keep your sanity during your long journey.
Young Child
My Kids Are Amazing (I Want Them to Think So Too)
As the Summer Olympics approach and the kids are talking about competition, here’s my nighttime ritual to talk to my kids about how amazing I think they are.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Weight Gain Fears
I’m scared of gaining weight, but feel guilty about not gaining weight! Is this normal? How do I deal?
Toddler
Dining Booster Seats Reviewed: The Yay to the Nay
I put two booster seats to the ultimate test by the world’s toughest critic— my two-year-old daughter. Which one would motivate her to sit still at the dinner table longer?
Baby
Sunscreen Guide for Kids (updated for 2016)
Now that we know what to look for in a sunscreen, let’s talk about the products that are the best choice for your family.
Activities
Kid-Friendly Activities At Your Door
A BabbaBox is an activity box that is delivered to you and arrives on your doorstep to help you create, explore, story tell, and connect with your kids.
Baby
Can You ‘Steal’ a Middle Name?
Are middle names just as fraught with drama and territorial hurt feelings as first names?
Health & Safety
UVB, UVA, UV: RU Confused By Sunscreen?
Sunscreen. The simple thing we use to protect our kids and ourselves from sun damage has suddenly become very complicated.