Breastfeeding can be a wonderful thing for moms and babies alike! But it can also lead to a lot of challenges and frustrations that make the idea of formula a lot more appealing! One of these challenges is mastitis, a painful condition that about 10% of breastfeeding women in the US will experience at one point or another. And although many women do experience it, knowing some basic info about mastitis can help you to know what to watch for as well as how best to treat it so that you can continue to breastfeed your baby! What is Mastitis? The term mastitis simply refers to inflammation of the breast tissue. This inflammation can be…

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One of the many wonderful things about a young child is your never-ending capacity to imagine. The world is your oyster, and you truly feel like you can do anything! Remember when you were little and you just loved playing pretend, having the title of chef, cashier, racer, or even adventurer? You didn’t need a job title or credentials to make you those things, you just became them; children immerse themselves completely into playtime, becoming anything they want to be! There’s so much positivity with imaginative play, and Tender Leaf Toys is a brand that will shine a light onto your child’s creative and playful side! Rainbow Tunnel Puzzle Personally I’m not into…

I always thought that babies had the BEST skin. And although they do have the softest most beautiful skin, they are also prone to dermatological issues. Whether it be milia on the face, eczema on their arms or legs, or cradle cap on their noggins, it’s inevitable that your baby will develop at least one skin condition in the first few months of life (if not several). For my son, it was cradle cap. And although it didn’t bother him, it deeply bothered me. So today, let’s take a look at the basics of cradle cap–from what it is and what causes it, to how to get rid of it. Because if…

Rest Easy with SleepOvation Baby The Only FDA-lists Crib Mattress on the Market Is my baby getting enough sleep? Is the crib safe?  Is she too hot? Too cold?  Will I ever sleep again? (Yes, you will!) We’re going to assume you’re pretty obsessed with baby sleep (or gearing up to be obsessed with baby sleep). SleepOvation’s Baby Mattress is the only FDA listed crib mattress on the market–bringing parents peace of mind that their little one is getting safe, healthy, quality ZZZs. Designed for maximum comfort, more airflow, and cooler sleep, the mattress core is composed of air channels that increase breathability and help prevent overheating–leading to longer, more restful…

We’ve all heard of the ‘maternal instinct’, but does every mom really have a built-in baby guide? Here, we’ll talk about the natural reflexes that newborns have from birth, and actions parents perform that can strengthen their natural bond. The ‘maternal instinct’: most moms are taught they’ll naturally have it – they’ll just magically know how to parent when the time comes.  So why does a tiny, helpless baby often seem so daunting? Truth is, research shows that what we call ‘maternal instinct’ is really more of a process—the evolution of a natural response in parents, as they become increasingly attuned to their baby’s instinctual cues. As we head into…

The Baby Cubby is lucky to have a team of talented bloggers who are dedicated to creating a community that supports families of all types. In their posts, they share knowledge, advice, tips, and personal experiences on parenting, motherhood, relationships, and being a woman in the modern world–all in an effort to help readers feel seen, heard, understood, and supported in their own journeys. We want to introduce you to the faces behind the posts, so today let’s get to know a little bit about Abby!   What is your background? I grew up in Sandy, Utah (I remember when the new Baby Cubby store location was just fields and a few old homes…

Having a baby that sleeps all the time seems like a dream, but it can be concerning if they’re snoozing more than usual. There’s plenty of reasons why babies sleep too much for a short period, from minor illnesses to developmental leaps. For most new parents, a sleeping baby is the ultimate goal – after all, when else are you supposed to make time for self-care? But some parents find that their baby sleeps more than the average for their age range, and may even be sleeping too much. Here, we’ll take you through the reasons why your baby might be sleeping too much, when you should be speaking to…

If you’re like me, the idea of going on a trip with your partner without kids sounds like an absolute dream, but the actual logistics of it all makes my “mom guilt” flare up like no other. I have been away from my daughters as soon as they both were six weeks old when I went back to work. I’ve gone on small weekend trips with my husband (maybe twice), and trips with my girlfriends (this doesn’t seem as bad with my husband at home). We are beyond fortunate, lucky, all the things to be able to go on a nine-day trip this summer, and although I am ecstatic, I…

You might know how many naps your baby needs in a day, but do you know how long they should stay awake in between? If your little one is struggling to snooze when you put them to sleep, you may want to reconsider their wake windows. Wake windows are when you truly get to know your baby: their likes and dislikes, their favorite foods and games, and the little quirks that make them unique! However, to make the most of these wake windows, you need to make sure that they’re at the right length and frequency. After all, an overtired baby will struggle to stay awake, and too little awake…