Riff Raff Ramblings

Your little bundle of joy can get a little fussy sometimes. Sometimes, as new parents, you just don’t know what to do to alleviate the situation. Other than the helplessness, it’s difficult to get a good night's sleep as well. This is because babies sleep intermittently throughout the day and night, and it’s pretty hard to be asleep while your baby is awake. Eventually, your sleep gets interrupted. White noise is a...

Being pregnant over summer comes with some added challenges including trying to stay cool, increased swelling, increased sunburn, increased fatigue and the increased discomfort that comes with all of those. But it’s not all bad, summer and the holiday season can be a fun and enjoyable time with family and friends. Taking simple steps to help you reduce discomforts will mean that you can enjoy yourself too. 

New to the day-care scene? No need to fret! Your little sweetie is in good hands. While it may take a few weeks for everyone to get on a regular routine that brings comfort and confidence, there are some things you can try to ease the transition! Check them out!

Sometimes labour and birth need to be started early, this could be due to health concerns for the mother or for the baby. This is known as an induction of labour.

Coming into the end of the year is a very exciting time, however having multiple events on can be overwhelming for new parents and babies. It is important that you set healthy boundaries with family members and friends to ensure you can enjoy yourself too.

Congrats on your newborn! Evolving from pregnancy to childbirth was a wholesome journey, and you did it. Now that your baby’s here, there’s so much you still have to learn—some you’ll learn on the go, others, you can prepare for before the time arrives. One of the things you’ll come to learn as a new mom is how to bond with your baby. While most of it will come to...

Hey, mamas and proud papas! Did you know that tummy time is an absolute must for your little bundle of joy? Full of physical, social, and emotional benefits; tummy time is a long standing practice recommended by doctors and implemented by parents. While it may sound quite drab, it’s anything but! Here are some tummy time hacks for your baby that will excite and engage them during this special floor...

Are you hosting a baby shower or planning your own? If so, don’t skip on games. Nothing gets guests out of their seats and full of baby fever like these five festive games. Read on to learn how to play them and what you need to ensure your guests have a good time (and leave with some great prizes!).

When it comes to birthing your baby there are a range of options available to you. No two people are the same and no two births are the same. It is important that you are aware of what options are available to you, so that you can choose the best ones for your birth.

Many parents today choose not to create a gender specific nursery for a variety of reasons. If you’re interested in setting a soothing space for your baby that doesn’t reflect gender, there are some tips and tricks to doing so. Read on to check out some cool themes, decorating ideas, and colors that will help you create the most perfect space in your place.

Like most parties, the intricacies of planning a baby shower depend on how big it’ll be. Do you want to go all out and invite a ton of guests? Or have a small intimate party with close friends? Whatever you decide, you need to take a good amount of things into consideration as the party planner to ensure it’s absolutely perfect and stress-free for the expectant mom. Of course, this can...