When I started supplementing with formula for my daughter, the decision felt overwhelming. I wanted something clean, high-quality, and as close to breast milk as possible, but honestly, three years ago, there just weren’t many baby formula choices that checked all those boxes. Fast forward to today, my sister-in-law just had a baby, and asked […]

As a soon-to-be mom of two, I learned (the hard way!) to always be prepared with baby formula on hand. The recent infant formula shortages are still fresh in my mind, and I’m not taking any chances this time around. Having one little one already (and another on the way), I’ve realized that buying in […]

Parenting little kids is hard. It’s also wonderful, but it’s definitely hard. There’s for sure no role quite like it. Nothing compares to the responsibility of raising tiny humans. You’re creating a foundation for an entire person’s life. And having a village can be so helpful in that process… until it isn’t. I’m guessing you’ve […]

Life with kids is all the things… joyful, exhausting, heart-expanding, nonstop. And yes, it’s typically a full blown logistical marathon. Between school drop-offs, snack prep, work meetings, laundry mountains, and trying to remember if you RSVP’d to that birthday party, there’s hardly time to think, let alone streamline your day. That’s why I’m always collecting […]

Moms aren’t the only ones turning to the online world for advice and connection. Dads have carved out their own space too. The modern dad is figuring out parenting, work, and everything in between in ways that look different from past generations, and the internet has become a place where they share real experiences, hard-earned […]

Sometimes, driving with a baby can be, well, stressful (to put it lightly). You’ve got to get out of the house for grocery runs and doctor’s appointments. And then there are the sanity-saving outings like breakfast with a friend, a drive to the park, a quick trip to the beach for some fresh air, or […]

There’s something so special about the milestones that shift the way your day-to-day life flows as a parent. I remember the season of constant babywearing and literally bouncing between the counter and the stove, trying to make dinner while keeping my baby close. And then came the high chair phase, where my babies could sit […]

Traveling is a huge priority for my young family. My two kids have already racked up more flights than I ever did as a child, and we’re always planning our next adventure. I get a ton of questions about traveling with babies and toddlers (in particular about staying in a hotel with a baby and […]

Ever walked into Target or Whole Foods thinking you’d just grab a quick baby wash along with the other items on your list and be out in minutes, only to end up standing in the aisle, flipping bottles over, Googling ingredients, and wondering why this has to be so complicated? Same. It’s wild how something […]

As a mom of two toddlers, my deep dive into the world of non-toxic products started the second my firstborn arrived. Before kids, I cared about non-toxic items like safe cleaning products, makeup, and skincare, but when I found myself responsible for this tiny, sensitive little being, it definitely hit differently. Suddenly, I wanted to […]

Traveling with kids is no small feat, but it’s something I’m incredibly passionate about. And just because life can get a bit… more (more loving, more messy, more chaotic, more humbling, more intense, more joyful) with kids, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on the adventures you love. It just means leaning into […]

Toddler sleep is one of those things that I feel like doesn’t get talked about enough. Baby sleep? That’s covered—there are endless resources on wake windows, sleep regressions, and the best white noise machines. But toddler sleep? It seems like no one’s really talking a lot about it.  I mean… The stalling tactics. The sudden, […]

I remember the first time I attempted to swaddle my newborn son. I was sleep-deprived, squinting at a hospital nurse’s impossibly neat wrap job, and wondering how I’d ever recreate it at home. Let’s just say, my early attempts looked more burrito explosion than snug baby cocoon. If you’ve ever wrestled with a swaddle at […]

You’re careful about what goes on your baby’s plate and skin—but how you ever thought about what’s inside your baby’s diaper? Your baby spends almost 24/7 in diapers during their early years. There’s a lot of frequent diaper changes and a lot of time in contact with the materials and ingredients they’re made of. Which […]

Lately, our bedtime struggles have been real. My kids are suddenly professional stallers—asking for just one more sip of water, needing to switch pajamas three times, and remembering an urgent story they have to tell me right this second. Meanwhile, I’m standing there, trying to keep my cool, knowing what every extra minute means (less […]

A pediatric dietitian’s review of two popular kids greens supplements I’m in the middle of a serious picky eating phase with my boys. My four-year-old refuses to eat anything green, and in my two-year-old is stuck on his favorite beige foods (think: buttered pasta, crackers, rice, and bread). As a mom and pediatric dietitian, I […]

I recently spotted Ready. Set. Food! at Target and I was instantly curious. I vividly remembered seeing the brand on Shark Tank back in 2020, and I liked the idea of a simple, structured way to introduce allergens without second-guessing. I wanted to learn more and give my honest review of Ready Set Food Allergen […]

Here’s the deal, the thought of making baby food for three meals a day while safely introducing allergens is so overwhelming. I understand the importance of providing my baby with nutritious meals, and according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), early introduction of allergenic foods can reduce the risk of future food allergies. But […]

Hiya Bedtime Essentials vs. Zarbee’s Gentle Bedtime Gummies vs. Olly Kids Sleep Bedtime struggles with my toddlers is real. And it’s somehow become a marathon of negotiations, storytelling, one more snack requests, and exhausting attempts to get both my kids to sleep, especially my son. 😫 So, I recently decided to explore kids sleep support […]

As a pediatric dietitian and mom of three littles under five, I’m no stranger to the struggles of picky eating. It’s a common phase kids go through as they explore boundaries and flex their independence. But when it comes to nutrition, there are certain nutrients that matter more than others, like iron, which is the […]

I try my best to create healthy habits for my kids—but TBH, it’s never perfect. I buy quality groceries, meal prep when I can, research every non-toxic baby product, and make time for exercise, daily dog walks, and mindfulness. But I’m also not about to stress over making sure every meal is perfectly balanced or […]

Picture this: The kids are finally tucked into bed, the chaos of the day is tidied away, and you’re faced with the nightly ritual of packing school lunches. While I love cooking, there are moments—especially when it’s lunch prep time—when I just want a quick fix to get something healthy packed and give myself a […]

If your kids are anything like mine, you’ve probably gone head-to-head in more than a few picky eating battles. Whether it’s food being launched across the room, or the all-too-familiar “I’m not hungry” (despite them having asked for a snack five minutes ago), it feels like a never-ending fight. Seriously, if pasta was a food […]

Flying with a baby can feel overwhelming—from figuring out what to pack to getting through security with all the gear and hoping for a smooth nap at 30,000 feet. And between the schedules, the unpredictability, and the sheer amount of stuff… It’s a lot. After countless flights (and a fair share of in-air mishaps) with […]

The moment the kids walk through the door after school, I can feel the bedtime dread creeping in. It’s pure chaos—whining, crying, refusing to go to bed, the “just one more snack” and that last-minute burst of energy when they’re running wild, doing everything except calming down or relaxing. Desperate for a smoother evening routine, […]