Time and again, you hear the phrase “breastfeeding is best for babies.” While this is harmless, it also made many mothers adamant about feeding their babies with formula milk. And made many moms feel bad about themselves who can’t breastfeed. How and what to feed a baby depends on the situation. Hence, it should not be subjected to scrutiny or judgment. There are ...
Babies
Dreft: Ensure Baby Is Comfortable During Spring Allergy Season
When I was pregnant our first child, our son, I was pretty freaked out about everything. One thing that I worried about was his laundry. I wanted to get all his little clothes washed up before I had him but I had no idea what to use. We are a family of seasonal allergy sufferers so I was afraid that my regular detergent would be too harsh for his newborn skin or that he would ...
Bringing Up Baby: Costs & Habits Of The American Mom
It's no secret that bringing up baby is a costly thing. The more kids you have, the more money you spend. It starts before birth when you are getting the nursery items you'll need after the birth of your little one. Then school days begin and you find yourself forking out money right and left! Then the college years come and tuition costs make your eyes bug out. Parent's of ...
The Baby Sitter Cushion
I have a very unique item for inclusion into our 2015 Holiday Gift Guide called The Baby Sitter. While I don't currently have little babies around the house, I still know a great idea when I see it! I wish I'd had this product when my kids still needed tummy time and were learning to sit alone. What is the Baby Sitter Cushion? Differing from an infant positioner which ...
Even Breastfeeding Moms Sometimes Need A Little Help!
Disclosure: The following guest post and infographic have been used with permission. *NOTE: Before sharing this great guest post with you I want to make a note that we, here at Cinnamon Hollow, are advocates of breastfeeding. With that said, Clay and I both understand that sometimes, breastfeeding your child just isn't possible. Be it health or just personal reasons, some ...