I don’t know if it’s just me, but making friends as an adult—especially as a mom to little ones—feels like a daunting task! I’ve always been lucky to have a strong friend group, some of whom have been with me since middle school. But as most new parents know, if your friends aren’t in the…
Cosleeping and Bed-sharing: Is it Dangerous?
Cosleeping and Bed-sharing: Is it Dangerous? Most parents who end up bed-sharing don’t talk about it. When asked by their pediatrician or friends, they often say they follow all of the “safe sleep” recommendations and that their baby is alone in their crib. There’s so much shame and fear surrounding bed-sharing and cosleeping, and that…
“You’re Spoiling Your Baby” – My Experience with Attachment Parenting
Key notes Welcome back! Let’s start by breaking down what attachment parenting really is. At its core, it’s a parenting approach focused on fostering a secure and connected relationship between parent and child. This means: Yet, despite all the research supporting attachment parenting, so many people still believe that holding, cuddling, or responding “too much”…