baby's first bath

Baby’s First Bath: A Complete Checklist (2026)

A slippery newborn who seems impossibly fragile… who wouldn’t feel scared? You’re probably here because baby’s first bath feels like a bigger deal than you expected. You want to know exactly what you need, what’s actually safe, and how to not panic when your baby inevitably cries. We’ve bathed three kids through their newborn phase (and yes, […]

Mom checking temperature of baby | The Best Thermometer Type for Babies

The Best Thermometer Type for Babies: Forehead, Rectal, or Ear? 

When your baby’s forehead feels warm at 2 AM, the last thing you want is a thermometer that takes five tries or gives you three different readings. You fumble for the thermometer in the dark, but she’s squirming and crying, and you’re getting a different reading every time you try. 99.8°F. Then 100.6°F. Wait, now […]

First Days With Newborn at Home: Practical Setup for New Parents

The first 30 days with a newborn is a master class in operational efficiency while severely sleep-deprived. You’ve got a tiny human who eats every 2-3 hours, poops 10 times a day, and has only one communication method: screaming. We’ve done this three times now, and here’s what we know: the right setup makes everything […]

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Travelling With a Baby: First-Time Parent Tips and What to Expect

You’ve probably seen those viral “apology bags” parents hand out on flights… as if a baby crying needs a disclaimer. And if you’re flying with your little one for the first time, it’s normal to wonder: How do you actually travel with a baby? Do you need to prepare for every worst-case scenario? What if […]