Do You Know What Day it is Today? (I Usually Don't!)

Holidays are just different after having kids.

Fun holidays can easily shift to become about their fun, serious holidays (we've got quite of few of those!) become about doing what you have to do and getting through the day, parenting as usual -- moms never seem to get a day off!

The Jewish Calendar -- following it, knowing its details and living by it, is integral to Judaism.

Keeping our own calendar was the first Mitzvah (commandment) we received after leaving Egypt and becoming our own nation. But it's not an area that I've ever fully prioritized and it has almost completely fallen to the wayside for me since having children.

Judaism, MotheringAvie HermanJuly 9, 2020Comment

Junior Foxes Ring Sling Review

Junior Foxes is a hot, new Canadian babywearing company and I couldn't wait to get my hands on one of their gorgeous ring slings, so I was thrilled when they sent me one to review! Read on to hear what I think!

Avie HermanJune 24, 2019Comment

kindestCup Breastmilk Collection Cup Review

We’ve all used a breast pump at some point, right? But did you know you can hand express your breast milk too? Hand expression is quick, easy and can be more effective than a breast pump, especially for removing colostrum.

The kindestCup, an ergonomically designed, silicone breast milk collection cup, revolutionizes hand expression, making it easier than ever.

The baby stage is short, so gear that can be used in more than one way gives you the most bang for your buck and the kindestCup is up for all the jobs its advertised to do! Read on to learn about all the ways you can use your kindestCup to help with nursing your baby!

Reviews, Infant FeedingAvie HermanJune 17, 2019BreastfeedingComment

Best Baby Carriers for Summer: Babywearing at the Beach, Pool or Waterpark

The summer sun is finally peeking through the clouds, so let's talk summer babywearing! Particularly, babywearing at the pool, beach and waterpark!

These places are great for babywearing, so you can splash around with your little one and tend to your older children while keeping your baby close.

Several brands make baby carriers that are intended for water use.

These carriers do not absorb water, so they can get drenched without weighing you down, they dry fast and they're made from synthetic fibres that resist breaking down when exposed to chlorine. Many are also made from fabrics that will protect your and your little one from the sun.

Avie HermanJune 11, 2019 Comment

The Rock 'n Play has Been Recalled, Now What?

Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play infant sleepers are portable, semi-reclining cradles that rock and lull babies into a peaceful sleep. They can also help babies with reflux, who are most comfortable when being held upright or lying on an incline. The only problem? These "sleepers" have never been approved for overnight sleep, despite many using them for this purpose. And now that they've been pulled from the market over safety concerns, they're no longer an option for daytime naps either.

For nighttime sleep, the safest place for babies under a year to sleep is on a firm, flat surface, free of any pillows, blankets or toys, ideally in their parent's bedroom. Many babies, however, just don't find those sleeping arrangements up to their satisfaction and will let you know -- loudly and at 3am!

Read on for my top tips for helping your baby sleep without the help of the Rock n’ Play

MotherhoodAvie HermanJune 3, 2019bed sharing, co sleeping, room sharing, rock n play recall, babywearing, sleepComment

Babywearing Basics: Back Carries!

Among all the other benefits of babywearing for you and your little one, one of the most practical benefits is that it allows you to hold your baby close while keeping your hands free. But let's be honest, you can't get as much done with a baby strapped to your chest as you can with a baby NOT strapped to your chest. Especially as your baby gets bigger and more curious to see the world, front carrying can inhibit your range of motion almost as much as carrying baby in arms.

But babies want to be held and sh*t needs to get done, so what's a loving but busy mama to do? Get that baby onto your back!

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