Parenting
13 Educational Toys for Babies that Parents Love, Too
You might not think newborns and infants have any use for toys, but you’d be shocked by how much they enjoy them and can learn from them – especially when you buy suitable educational toys for babies! It’s easy to think, “Nope, there’s no way I’m buying my six-month-old a bunch of toys,” but you […]
Our Top 13 Essential Breastfeeding Supplies and Freebies!
When it comes to breastfeeding supplies, one might assume the only thing you need is…well, a pair of boobs. But there’s more involved than you might think. From the clothes you wear to the pump you choose, picking the right types of nursing supplies can make or break your breastfeeding experience. I remember my first […]
The Best Bamboo Pajamas for the Whole Family
Maybe you’re familiar with bamboo baby pajamas or onesies, but did you know that more than just infant products are available in this luxurious material? That’s right; you can buy bamboo pajamas for the whole dang family! But why would you want to? Is there any reason you might want to consider switching to men’s […]
Our Favorite Changing Pad Covers
Despite the use of diapers, babies tend to get their pee and poop in plenty of places other than where you’d actually like them to be. During diaper changes, for example, there seems to be some innate skill for releasing bodily functions all over the surface you’re using for the process. Thank goodness for changing […]
The Best Breastfeeding Snacks for Your Postpartum Body
Whether you’re preparing a postpartum recovery to-do list for yourself, or you’re putting together a new mom survival kit for a friend, be sure to add breastfeeding snacks to your shopping cart. Trust us when we say a nursing mother’s postpartum body relies on a whole lot of snacking. When I was pregnant with my […]
What are Montessori Toys? Demystifying Montessori Materials for the Curious Parent
We’ve touched on many Montessori topics here at Undefining Motherhood, but today we’re unraveling one of Montessori’s greatest mysteries. The Montessori toy is both simple and complex, somehow unlocking even the youngest child’s natural desire for intense focus and learning. Yet, there is no official standard or authoritative list of these toys anywhere. What’s the […]
Picking the Right Potty Training Seat for Your Child
Ahh, potty training – a frustrating yet necessary evil if you ever want to get your kid out of diapers. No matter how impossible the process might seem, though, it has to happen at some point or another. That’s why it’s essential to have the right tools on your side – like high-quality potty training […]
Should You Add an Arms Up Swaddle to Your Baby Registry Checklist?
Take any pre-baby parenting class, and the instructor will likely wax poetic about the benefits of swaddling your baby for sleep. While this is undoubtedly a trusted process, many babies don’t enjoy the suggested “arms across the chest” technique. That’s why companies such as Love to Dream invented the arms up swaddle. Now, I know […]