I get this question almost daily: “How do I get my newborn on a schedule?” I completely understand the urge. You’re exhausted, everything feels chaotic, and a rigid schedule sounds…
The 3 Colic Secrets Your Pediatrician Wishes You Knew
Colic can leave even the calmest parent feeling helpless. Hours of crying, sleepless nights, and advice that boils down to “wait it out” do not give you the answers you…
Stop the Crying: The Gassy Baby Secrets You Won’t Believe
If your baby’s little grunts and squirms are leaving you at your wits’ end, you’re not alone. As a newborn nurse and mom of three, I’ve experienced plenty of gassy…
Desperate for Colic Relief? The Surprising Signs It’s Time to Call Your Pediatrician
When you’re in the trenches of round-the-clock crying, it’s easy to start wondering if you’re missing something important. You may already know that colic involves long bouts of fussiness in…
7 Steps for a Colicky Baby’s Dream Bedtime Routine
If your evenings have turned into a marathon of pacing, shushing, and bouncing with a colicky baby, you’re not alone. Colic can make bedtime feel like an uphill battle, but…
I’m a Medical Professional, and Doctors Still Dismissed Me. This One Thing Kept Me Alive.
Hello again, friends! It’s wonderful to be back on the blog after a bit of a pause, and for a very good reason: I’ve been on maternity leave after welcoming…