The Best Way to Welcome New Parents (and Baby) Home From the Hospital


Updated 03/26/12 1:25 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Welcoming New Parents Home From the Hospital

"When I had my baby, after 50 hours of unbelievable labor, I came home to a kitchen that was not quite through a remodel and a pretty empty fridge," said Sara Kate Gillingham-Ryan, founding editor of The Kitchn. "After that, I swore that from then on I would always cook for my friends when they had babies, and that is how my famous Taco Box evolved." We thought Sara Kate's New Baby Taco Box Read more

Mon Dieu! The French Government Wants to Tone My What!?!


Updated 02/16/12 12:36 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

France Prescribes Postnatal Vaginal Therapy to New Moms

Here in the US, the postpartum Ob/Gyn interaction for a new mom generally involves little more than the six-week checkup, where she's usually cleared to have sex again, and perhaps given some gentle encouragement to try Kegel exercises. So you can imagine the shock of American writer Claire Lundberg, who after giving birth to her daughter in Paris, was prescribed 10-20 sessions of . . . vaginal Read more

10 Great Gifts For Brand Spankin' New Mamas


Updated 12/07/11 4:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Great Gifts For New Moms

Ask most new mamas what they really want for the holidays, and chances are you'll get one answer: a full night's sleep! While that's something nearly impossible to deliver to new parents, it is possible to provide some much-needed relief and relaxation during the waking hours. Click through for a selection of items that will bring a smile to any new mama's face, even through her haze of sleep Read more

Accessorize Your Wheels! 5 Stroller Accessories to Make Mama's Life a Little Easier


Updated 09/16/11 11:08 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Helpful Stroller Accessories For Mom

Accessorize, baby! Choosing which stroller to buy for your new baby isn't easy — but what no one tells you is that it doesn't end there. Even the most high-end stroller needs a few accessories before it's "ready" to handle the uses — and abuses — of everyday life. Check out these five pram accessories to make mama's life a little easier while out for a stroll. Read more

5 Baby Items You Should Always Buy New


Updated 06/12/11 6:19 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

5 Baby Items You Should Always Buy New

When you first have a baby, it's hard not to get swept up in the joy and excitement, and going overboard on purchases is usually a given. Granted, there are many items your baby doesn't really need, but there are a handful of products that are best to buy new. Here's what you should refrain from borrowing, or from buying used or secondhand to keep your baby happy, healthy, and most of all, safe! Read more

Lil Gift Guide: Best Gifts For New Moms


Updated 12/10/10 1:33 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Best Gifts For New Moms

New moms spend more time taking care of their families than themselves. Use the holidays as an opportunity to give them presents that will make them feel like the queens of the homes. We've rounded up our favorite gifts for the new moms in your life. Read more

Mom Hair: Expert Tips For Managing Postpartum Tresses


Updated 09/22/10 10:36 PM · Posted by babysugar · 1 comment

New Mom Postpartum Hair Tips

Hair loss is the pain after pregnancy! It often occurs in the months after a new mama's hormones adjust. From the clumps of hair found in the shower drain to the baby wisps that sprout up, mothers have much to deal with after delivery. We asked Paul Lebrecque from the eponymous salon for some tips in managing postpartum hair. Don't be afraid to keep hair long. Paul agrees that the 47 percent Read more

Where to Find Like-Minded Mommies For Playdates


Updated 09/09/10 9:53 PM · Posted by babysugar · 1 comment

Meeting Other New Moms

It's like the first day of school all over again — only this time, you're an adult looking for a new friend. Even if mama has a gaggle of friends before giving birth, chances are she'll seek out other moms with tots once she enters motherhood. Spending time with moms who are experiencing the same baby milestones and setbacks makes the journey easier but requires some effort. I've rounded up Read more

Expert Tips to Help New Moms Look Like They're Well Rested


Updated 09/19/10 7:26 PM · Posted by babysugar · 1 comment

Makeup Tips For New Moms

The pregnancy glow doesn't have to end after delivery! We asked Taymour, a makeup artist at Paul Labrecque salon in NYC, for some quick tips to faking a flawless face. Concealer is your best friend. Taymour says Cle de Peau concealer's has the ability to cover dark, under-eye circles and serve as an eye shadow base. It is pricey at $68, but the stick works wonders. Look luminous. Some new moms Read more