If you are a first time mom, you just can’t beat yourself up: you will make a few mistakes here and there. One of the biggest one we’ve made was to buy all the toys under the sun for our daughter. And most of them always a little too early for her to enjoy them and really appreciate them.
The keyword here is WAIT.
…continue reading Which Toys Do You Really Need for Your New Baby?
I can’t believe I am here trying to help you pick your first stroller, when only a month ago I had no idea which stroller I was going to pick for myself.
But what a difference a month makes, especially if it is spent researching every possible brand and model out there, and test-driving as many strollers as the people at Babies R Us let you.
The first month can be tough.
Before you can celebrate becoming pregnant, you need to wait at least two weeks before taking any tests… …continue reading The First Month
Since I am 35 years old, I was given an appointment with a genetic counselor, in order to discuss the increased risks for complications and genetic problem that come with an advanced maternal age.
I’ve never thought of myself as someone of advanced age, I mean I didn’t think I was a spring chicken, but still…
A new baby needs lots of things, from clothing to baby gear, that’s for sure. But you also want to try and not to overdo it.
There are things that are not really necessary, and the baby will grow fast enough to leave you with some unused clothes if you end up buying too much.
There must be no more difficult task than the one of naming your child!
I’m in my 6th month, and you would think I’ve had enough time to come up with something… and sure I have: plenty of names, but never a clear winner. …continue reading Picking My Baby’s Name
