Mommy's little helper.
Most moms would say that they wash their hands after they use the restroom or assist their children in doing so, but what about when they change baby? A diaper can be swapped out almost anywhere from a parent's lap to a blanket on a grassy field, and not all locations have access to soap and water. Do you rinse your hands with bottled water, use hand sanitizer, or make use of a baby wipe? Maybe Read more
Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. On last night's episode of Bethenny Ever After the new mama took a break from her meal to change baby Bryn's diaper in a restaurant's tiny restroom. With no changing table available, she covered the floor with her changing pad and went to work, only to wonder how she was supposed to use the bathroom while holding her tot. The scene was eerily Read more
Lots of moms like to think out loud and Jo Aaron is one of them. In her latest post to Mommy Brain, she asks her readers for some advice. It's been quite a few weeks since I've had a chance to write. I've had the normal "busy stuff" going on that causes me to tell people when they ask how I'm doing, "I'm just super busy these days". But there is some fun stuff I've been dealing with that I'm Read more
Mother's Day is double the fun when you're a mom yourself. Not only do you get a day that celebrates you, but you have a whole new appreciation for your own mom, who definitely deserves some special attention. If you're both looking for ways to celebrate each other, consider the following 10 tips — five are just for you, and five are for her. For You: She can offer perspective. When you're in Read more
A diaper change away from home isn't usually a pretty thing, but employ one of these stylish diaper pads and even the dirtiest job can look good . . . well, at least not so bad. Cool changing pads from Skip Hop, Ralph Lauren, Oshi Mat, and more are a great investment for mamas who like to keep their babies on the go and either don't want to lug around a huge diaper bag — or want a more Read more
Check the language on any package of disposable diapers and you're sure to see some boast about the nappy's absorbency. All diaper manufacturers love to discuss how much their products can hold, and it seems that moms are tuning in to their claims. Every time my own mother or MIL come to visit, the first thing they want to do is change my tot's diaper. They love to tell me how they are amazed by Read more
April showers bring — baby showers! Our favorite baby shower themes ever! Hilary Duff spoke with us about new motherhood and her latest project. The best baby shower gifts for under $50. Kids can be the ultimate prop at a wedding — see which celebs have included tots in their big day. Don't throw away your changing table — repurpose it into something great! You don't have to spend a lot Read more
Last week we showed you some genius ways to repurpose your crib, and this week we're moving on to the changing table. These days, not everyone invests in this piece of nursery furniture, which comes with a very short lifespan (if you're lucky). But for those who do, there's no reason to throw it out with the last of the diapers. Keep reading for some of the amazing ways — some provide serious Read more
If you've ever taken your diaper-wearing daughter to the beach or pool, you've probably experienced the frustration of changing her while she's wearing a wet, impossible-to-pull-off swimsuit. When new mom Kimberly Goodwin took her daughter, Reese, to the beach in Nantucket for the first time a couple of years ago, she found inspiration from that frustration and created genius swimwear line, Read more
A month or two before a new baby arrives, it's often protocol for parents to stock up on diapers. The problem is, if you buy a lot of one particular size and your newborn baby is larger (or smaller) than you predicted, you have to go back to the store to get the right size. Quite commonly, hospitals will provide you with newborn diapers to get you through your first day or two. If this is the Read more
