It’s not too much caffeine. If you can’t sleep, these are the reasons and the solutions. You slip into bed, exhausted, ready to finally rest—and then your mind starts racing. You replay conversations, plan tomorrow’s to‑do list, or feel your heart beating faster than it should. You tell yourself, “I need to sleep,” but the…
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How to PREP Your Newborn (0-8 weeks) for Sleep Success
Yes! You can have a happy newborn that’s also a great sleeper. It’s not too early for both mom and baby to be calm and well-rested. Are you one of the pro sleep training people out there, or is it something you are passionately against? Whichever side you are on, this article is for you,…
Antibiotics Aren’t Always the Answer and That’s a Good Thing
What do those antibiotics actually do? When do they work and when will they not? This is a parent’s guide to understanding how medicine works for your children. Antibiotics have saved countless children’s lives. I prescribe them often and gratefully when they’re truly needed. But they’re not a magic cure-all. And as frustrating as that…
Big Sister Talk: Your First Mammogram Isn’t That Bad
Are you avoiding your first mammogram because you’re afraid of the unknown? Let’s talk about the mammo. If you’ve never had one, you’d think—based on the stories—that it’s a medieval contraption dreamed up by someone who definitely never had to use it. And honestly? It kind of is. The machine is real, the angles are…
The Health Log: A Parent’s Secret Weapon
They say a mother’s intuition is key – but a mother’s information may help you do the best job possible when advocating for your child. A while back, I shared this medicine hack that was recently discovered by my much younger sister-in-law, who found it to be a game-changer for her and her friends. As…
Four Valuable Tips That Will Improve Your Sleep
As someone who has taken a one-way trip away from a place of fatigue and frustration. I want to pass along a few of the most important insomnia tips that I wish I’d known long ago. I hope the insights you gain from my past sleep mistakes will help you if you are struggling to…
From Pest to Peace: A Diary of Overcoming Pinworms
Don’t panic. If you discover your child is itchy and has pinworms symptoms, this is what you can expect. 1:57am Number one, out of sheer humiliation and panic this article is being submitted anonymously. Number two, BCP says they’re the big sister we all need, so of course, at 12:26 a.m. I type “pinworms” into…
Sweat No More – The Best Tips from All of You
If you’re wondering which solution can help curb sweating in the summer, you’ll find your answer here. If you (or your teen!) struggle with sweating—especially in the summer—you’re not alone. We’ve gathered tons of tips from readers and experts, and we’re putting them all here in one place. From clinical solutions to natural alternatives, here’s…
10 Mindfulness Practices for Busy Women (That Actually Work)
You don’t even have time to think? These are the moments of your day where you actually can connect to the life you’re living with mindfulness. Mindfulness can sound like just another one of those things you’re “supposed” to do, but who has time to sit on a mountaintop breathing for 45 minutes a day?…
Which Water Bottle Is the Best? (Hint: It’s Not a Stanley)
We drank and drank. We brought them along while running errands, left them in the car, and let our children take them to camp. Now we can tell you all about the best water bottles on the market. * Updated for 2025! Make sure to check out the new winner!* We’re very sorry to all…
