Acute Stress Affects Cognition in Infancy
New research examines the effects of acute stress on cognitive functions in infants. Contrary to the idea that "a bit of stress is good for them", this research finds that stress inhibits flexible thinking.
Review: Pals Socks – Putting an End to Racism?
Can socks help put an end to racism? These cute ones from Pals Socks just might help and are super cute to boot!
Review: uKloo Early Reader Treasure Hunt Game
Learning to read doesn't have to be boring. As we learned, it can be downright fun.
New AAP Sleep Guidelines: Same Old Line or Something New?
The AAP has released their updated Safe Sleep Recommendations so it's time to take a look at what they say and how it applies to families.
Surviving Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is a normal, natural stage for babies, but that doesn't make it any easier on the caregiver. Here are some tips to help parents through this sometimes trying stage.
Guest Post: Some Days You Just Survive Parenthood
Some days you just need to survive. And sometimes you will be surprised by the people that help you survive.
Does the Recommendation to Avoid Bedsharing Hurt Breastfeeding Rates?
Some have suggested that bedsharing and breastfeeding inherently go hand-in-hand. Some suggest it's simply a great tool for breastfeeding families. Two pieces of research attempt to examine this and I take a close look at both to determine what we can take home.
Is Breastfeeding Pressure Causing Postpartum Depression?
Researchers in Australia are claiming their research shows breastfeeding pressure is causing postpartum depression in women, but is it? I take a full look at the research in question to see exactly what it does and does not tell us.
Guest Post: Your Brain in Birth? Labor from the neurological-physiological perspective of the mother
A guest post examining how our knowledge of neuroscience can help us better prepare for birth and understand the effects of various interventions and practices on our experience of birth.
Guest Post: Going Against the Tide of Mainstream Parenting
Going against the mainstream can be very hard, as mom and clinical counselor Fiona Griffin shares in her story of how she learned to find her own peaceful path in parenting.