The Parenting Journal

Baby First Aid Basics Every Parent Must Know Before an Emergency

Baby First Aid Basics Every Parent Must Know Before an Emergency

Most parents spend weeks researching car seats and outlet covers before their baby comes home. Almost none of them take a first aid course first. That gap is worth closing before you need it.Emergencies don’t announce themselves. They happen while...

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Should You Baby Proof Before or After the Baby Shower?

Should You Baby Proof Before or After the Baby Shower?

Key Takeaways Begin hardware installs in the third trimester, not after the shower. Use the shower as a gear audit, not a starting point. Anchor furniture, secure blind cords, and check the sleep area before baby comes home. Complete floor-level...

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