This post is in partnership with Hiya. I only endorse products I believe in. As a mom of two, I’ve found the easiest way to build new habits is by working with what my kids already love. Want them to drink more water? I grab the bottle with the dinosaurs. Bedtime battles? We read books […]

This post is in partnership with Hiya. I only endorse products I believe in. When I think about summer, I picture warm, beachy getaways, sweaty outdoor adventures, and long, sun-soaked days at the pool. It’s a season full of fun, relaxation, and exploration, but it’s also one of the most important times to keep kids […]

My kids are pretty good eaters… when they choose to be. Like most kids, they go through phases. Some days they’ll happily eat their veggies, chicken, and whole wheat pasta, and other times we’re stuck in a “beige food” phase with nothing but rice, crackers, and bagels for days. I know how important proper nutrition […]

This post is in partnership with Hiya. I only endorse products I believe in. As a busy toddler mom, I’m always looking for simple ways to make healthy habits stick, especially the ones that help my daughter feel her best. Her daily vitamin used to be a struggle to get down, but now it’s one […]

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 […]

 Being sick as a parent hits differently. Gone are the days of curling up in bed with chicken soup, binging your favorite shows, and letting yourself recover at your own pace. Now, there are little people depending on you. Even when your energy is non-existent, your head is pounding, and the thought of making a […]

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 […]

I’ll be honest, I don’t use baby lotion every day. More often than not, baby skin doesn’t need it. Their little bodies are designed to regulate moisture pretty well on their own, and overusing lotions can sometimes be more irritating on newborn skin than helpful. But there are moments when a little extra hydration helps, […]

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 […]

Let’s talk potty training. Specifically, the infamous 3 day no pants potty training method. If you’ve been deep in diaper duty and dreaming of the day your toddler finally gets the hang of using the toilet, there are so many parents nodding along with you. And I’ve been there, too. Twice, actually. When I first […]

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 […]

Let’s be honest, introducing baby finger foods is nerve-wracking, not to mention so much freaking work. The mental load of this process is daunting. You wonder: How do I know when they are ready? What foods are safe? What if they struggle to chew it? Can I give them what I’m eating? Do they really […]

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 […]