In 2016, the cesarean (C-section) delivery rate for births in the U.S. was 31.9 percent. approximately one in three women gave birth via C-section, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many women prepare for side effects of… read more
Jennifer Jensen
The Urge to Nest While Pregnant is Real
As you get closer and closer to the birth of your child, you may notice a sudden burst of energy and a strong need to clean and organize your home. Do not worry — you are not alone. A lot… read more
Keep Track of Baby’s Growth During Their First Year
Babies will change a lot during their first year. Although your baby’s height, weight and head circumference will be measured at each monthly checkup, you may find yourself worrying about her growth between visits to the doctor. Use this helpful… read more
Learn How to Prevent and Treat Kitchen Burns
The kitchen can be a place of wonder, for both children and adults alike. Magnificent treats and savory snacks are whipped up in this section of the house, and cooking as a family can be a great source of fun.… read more
Why Does My Baby Spit Up?
New moms be on notice... your baby will most likely spit up. It’s a fact of life. However, the good news is most of the time, it is completely harmless and the downside is it might require you to do… read more
Teach Your Kiddos How To Start Saving for Retirement
Most of us know the younger we are when we start saving for our retirement, the more money we will have when it’s actually time to retire. But, what some of us may not consider is encouraging our children to… read more
Introducing Baby to Your Pet
Our pets are typically in tune with us and are aware when our lives begin to change, including the impending arrival of a new baby. If you are expecting the arrival of a new bundle of joy, you will want… read more
Dressing Baby for Colder Temps
Winter brings cooler temperatures, even to our area, and dressing your little one so they stay nice and warm might seem challenging at first. A great rule of thumb for babies and children is to dress them in one more… read more
Don’t Get Choked Up: How to Prevent Choking Incidents in Children
How many times have you said, “No, don’t put that in your mouth!” to your infant or toddler? Sometimes it is your car keys, other times it is "treasures" he found on the ground. Many of those found items pose… read more
The Dangers of Drinking: Talking to Your Teen About Underage Drinking
Parents worry about their children. That it just a fact. And once a child moves into their teen years, many parents start to worry that their child might try alcohol. Although parents cannot be with their children every second of… read more