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30 Nerdy Baby Names for Geeky Parents That Aren’t Ridiculous

As a nerd, you may have already latched on to a meaningful baby name specific to your fandom or fascination of choice. For geeky parents-to-be who are undecided or need inspiration, nerdy baby names can run the gamut from those originating in a beloved galaxy far, far away to the obscure corners of comic book worlds before their main characters were on every big screen. Sneaky fandom names that are fantasy-derived but still sound somewhat familiar in real life are like little nerdy treats. They
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Baby's Adorable Little Pincer Grasp

Of the developmental milestones your baby will reach during their first year or so of life, feeding themselves is a big (and helpful) one. The same skills they use to pick up their food or hold a spoon are the ones they’ll eventually use to start dressing themselves, drawing, and writing. But before all of that can happen, they’ll first need to master a fine motor skill called a pincer grasp. A pincer grasp is a fine motor skill that occurs when the tips of the pointer finger and thumb come tog
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The Most Common Nightmares Parents Have About Their Kids & Why They Happen

When you wake up from a dream that’s particularly frightening or anxiety-provoking, it can be tough to ease yourself back into a restful sleep. Stress dreams are common, but for parents, having bad dreams about your child can be especially upsetting. Dreaming about your child getting hurt or being in danger can feel so real and even traumatic, but experts agree that it can be helpful to learn what bad dreams about your child mean and how you can cope when they happen. "It's certainly common for
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The Best Places To Buy & Sell Secondhand Kids' Clothes, Toys, & More

Knowing the best places to buy and sell used children’s clothes is one of the top parenting hacks for surviving a major growth spurt with your wallet (mostly) unscathed. This knowledge also comes in handy when you want to save a few bucks on back-to-school shopping, gifts for birthdays, or even a toy box refresh. Shopping for kids clothes and toys second hand can be a total life-saver, but you have to know where to look. I’ve been a mom for more than a decade and the second hand kids clothing m
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20 Fun Activities To Ring In The New Year With Kids (Even Toddlers)

Some people think of New Year’s Eve as a time to kick off the new year ahead, but I prefer to think of it as one big, lavish last hurrah of the holiday season. It’s the official end of glittery lights everywhere, gifts galore, and a hum of general merriment everywhere you go, so it makes sense to wrap it all up with a shiny, festive bow in the form of a memorable celebration. Even when you have little ones, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve with kids so that you can end
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Meet Frida Baby’s New Cute & Practical Potty Training Products

Kids are messy, but there’s really no other part of childhood that’s quite as messy as the toilet training stage. No matter how you approach potty training, there’s bound to be plenty of clean up involved. Between accidents and bad aim, it’s crucial to arm yourself with the right tools to keep your toddler, yourself, and your bathroom as tidy as possible. The new line of Frida Baby potty training products can help you do just that. Between snot sucking, leaky boobs, and dealing with all of the
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Raise Your Hand If Your Kids' Sleep Was Personally Victimized By The Time Change

Twice a year, parents white knuckle their coffee mugs through a time change. Aside from the nursery-rhyme style trick to remember that you fall back in the fall, it’s confusing as can be to remember whether the end of daylight saving time (DST — and no “s” at the end, FYI) the second Sunday in November means you lose or gain an hour with the biannual clock shift. Honestly, they can both spell disaster for parents of littles and wreak havoc on carefully constructed sleep schedules. So, how do you
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Dear NICU Parents: Your Baby Isn't Lonely In The NICU, Promise

A hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a place no parent wants their baby to be unless absolutely necessary. Babies typically enter the NICU within the first hours or days after birth, and watching your fresh-from-the-womb newborn leave the safety of your care can be daunting. When a stint in the NICU is the best option for a baby’s health and safety, parents will undoubtedly have a lot of questions. Babies being alone in the NICU is a top concern for parents, so it can be reassurin
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Wet Or Dry? The Important Q Parents Need To Ask When Extracting Baby's Boogers

Caring for a congested baby can be difficult. They don’t sleep well, they can be extra fussy, and as a parent, it can be tough to know exactly how to help them. Babies have tiny nostrils, so even a small amount of nasal congestion can cause blockage from a build up of dried snot. Clearing their nose is one way to help your baby breathe easier, but exactly how do you get boogers out of a baby’s nose? Even if your baby isn’t super congested or sick, clearing their nose of a rogue booger now and t
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15 Amazon Bathroom Products You Need If You're Raising A Toddler

When it comes to interior design, bathroom products for toddlers don’t always top the list of the most chic items. But, a space that’s equal parts fun and functional is exactly what you need to survive the early years of parenthood — especially when potty training is involved. This list of toddler-friendly bathroom products is filled with storage solutions, safety supplies, and potty training essentials to make this area of your home work especially well for your little one. Toddler bathroom pr
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2021 Baby Name Trends Are Bringing Some Unique Options — So Far

From year to year, seeing how baby names rise and fall through the ranks is extremely interesting. Not even halfway through the year, there are already several baby name trends for 2021 worth keeping an eye on. Even if you’re not currently playing the name game with a new babe on the way, it’s just fun to see which names make their mark on posterity and which ones fall by the wayside. Will celebrity baby names like Luna and August be more popular than ever? Can traditional names like James and
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How To Enjoy Camping With Your Kids (No, Really)

I am admittedly not great at camping. The bugs, the lack of air conditioning, and the sleeping on the ground just aren’t my cup of tea, but my kids love it. However, I am great at being prepared, which camping trips most certainly require. And having a stack of camping tips in your back pocket can help you prepare for anything your next trip throws your way and ensure you make the most of your time in the great outdoors. (Even if your kids enjoy it more than you do.) Camping isn’t just fun for
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How To Talk To Your Kids About Coronavirus

A global pandemic isn’t something most of us were prepared for as parents. Sure, we already knew we’d need to talk to our kids about bullying and social justice and mental health — but coronavirus feels a whole new level of difficult conversation. From wearing face masks to social distancing, talking to kids about keeping ourselves and one another safe during this time can be a challenge. It all starts explaining what COVID-19 actually is, which can be a confusing topic for kids and adults alik
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Are You Officially Hitting A Wall With This Pandemic? Same

Life right now is more than a bit off-kilter. Do you even know what day it is anymore? I sure don't most days. On whatever week it is of the current state of affairs, why does it feel like everyone is hitting a wall during the pandemic? From co-workers to children to friends, it seems like everyone is officially *done* with this quarantine business. "Our brains are processing so much information behind the scenes, both logistically and emotionally. Our mental load during this pandemic is just h
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My Kids & I Are Really Missing Hugs & Experts Say That's To Be Expected

The coronavirus pandemic has brought about an abrupt onslaught of changes to people's everyday lives. Namely, physical touch is limited to only members of your immediate household, so it isn't a stretch to wonder why people miss hugs right now. Sure, you can hug your child, hug your partner, or hug your dog, but what about hugging a friend? Your child hugging their teacher? What is it about hugs that people miss so much? Dr. Sarah Hornack, a clinical psychologist at Children's National Hospital
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Are The CDC School Guidelines Better Than Quarantine? Experts Say It's Complicated

After two and a half months of distance learning, my kids are beyond ready to be back in the classroom next school year. Unfortunately, school will likely look entirely different from what kids last experienced before lockdown. But are the new CDC school guidelines any better than just being quarantined? Which scenario is actually better for a child's wellbeing? "The costs and benefits of attending in-person school really depend on the child, the family, and the school," Dr. Shayna Coburn and D
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Here's When Your Toddler Will Really Get Into Pretend Play, According To Experts

Playing peek-a-boo and stacking blocks are great and all, but when you're parenting a baby, you might find yourself wishing for playtime that is just a bit more...lively. If you're ready to engage in more interactive play with your kiddo, you'll be happy to know that children really start playing pretend earlier than you think. "Starting around their first birthdays, many children will imitate simple actions with objects that seem to have at least a slight 'pretend' aspect, such as holding a ce
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Seeing A Tick On Your Kid Doesn't Mean They Need A Lyme Disease Test, Experts Say

When it comes to a child's health, being overly cautious is the go-to for some parents. (Me, I'm "some parents." Hi!) So, it's no surprise that I find myself midnight web surfing after a day spent in the woods, wondering if I should test my kids for Lyme disease even without symptoms. Look, I said overly cautious. Considering the amount of time we spend outdoors exploring the woods and bayous near our home where ticks often lurk — especially in the summer — it isn't actually a far-reaching ques
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13 Mental Health Resources For Black Moms

Motherhood is challenging for everyone, but the complex interplay of racism, discrimination in the medical system, generational weathering, and traumatic experiences, among other factors, mean that access to mental health resources for Black moms — who experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) at a much higher rate than Caucasian mothers — is especially important. "I’m never just a patient. I’m never just a mom seeking help," wrote Jesi Taylor Cruzy in a 2019 Romper essay about her
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Here's What You Need To Know About Peppermint Oil Helping Constipation

As a mom, I receive plenty of advice on the perils of child-rearing on a daily basis. At this point, I feel like I've heard it all — and that includes the trick that a drop of peppermint oil in the toilet can help a kid poop. Until recently, I had no idea that anyone did this, but apparently it is an actual thing people do. And not just for their kids, either. Anecdotes that this method works for some people can be found on various blogs and in posts across social media. But does it work? Is it
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