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Accomodating Strengths of Neurodiverse Children
Your neurodivergent child is starting school, how can you learn about the right accommodations? A brief on how parents can work with schools to secure supports like 504 plans, classroom adjustments, and sensory-friendly learning environments that help children with ADHD, autism, and other learning differences thrive.
What Do Sleep Coaches for Babies Do? A Parent’s Guide to Infant Sleep Support
Sleep coaching supports the biological and developmental processes that happen while babies sleep. From brain development and emotional regulation to establishing healthy circadian rhythms, sleep coaches help parents understand their baby’s sleep patterns and build routines that promote safer, more restorative rest.
Baby Bottle Tips and Feeding Issues: What Parents Should Know
Baby isn’t feeding well? Before checking for a clinical diagnosis, consider checking their bottle tip. The shape, size, and flow rate of a bottle tip/nipple can affect latch, air intake, and feeding comfort. Learn how different nipple types work, which age they’re designed for, and how small changes can help resolve common baby feeding issues.
How Chronic Stress Can Affect Your Pregnancy
Chronic stress during pregnancy can influence hormonal balance, nervous system regulation, and even fetal development. Research shows that prolonged activation of the stress response may increase the risk of preterm birth and low birth weight, particularly when stress becomes a sustained baseline. Trauma-informed doulas like Corina Bye emphasize somatic practices; including breathwork, grounding movement, and nervous system regulation to help pregnant women reduce cortisol levels and strengthen the mind-body connection. For parents seeking natural stress relief during pregnancy, somatic exercises offer a preventative approach that supports both maternal wellness and healthy prenatal development.
The Importance of Human Connection for the Future of Work
Can AI replace coaching jobs? Neuroscience, emotional intelligence, business studies, and healthcare advocates show why human-centered care can be a defining factor for the future of work.
51% of the Population. Less Than 10% of Research. Why Are We Still Uneducated on Perimenopause?
1 in 4 women have considered quitting their jobs due to unmanaged perimenopause symptoms. Why are women seemingly unknowing of possible menopause symptoms.
Laurel Wilson, a certified menopause practitioner and advocate for expansion of women’s healthcare in the workplace speaks up.
How to Safely Introduce Meat when Solid Food Training
Introducing meats and proteins safely during the early stages of solid feeding can be intimidating, but it’s essential for developing chewing skills and preventing picky eating. Experts from Solid Starts explain that eating is a learned skill, not an instant ability. Exposing babies to meat textures early helps build jaw strength, tongue mobility, and sensory feedback, laying the foundation for confident, nutritious eating in toddlerhood.
Addressing Allergy Concerns When Introducing Solid Feeding
Safely introducing new foods to your baby without triggering allergic reactions is a common concern for parents, especially those with allergies themselves. Pediatric feeding specialists from Solid Starts answered some of parent’s most pressing questions on allergens and the introduction of solid feeding.
The Most Important Preschool Milestones
Dropping your child off at preschool can bring questions about readiness and academics. Early Education Specialist Maria Larrotta, M.S., explains which academic and social milestones your preschooler should be reaching.
Signs Your Child is Ahead of Their Preschool Classmates
At what point is a child considered “gifted” during preschool? We spoke directly with a preschool director for what she considers impressive case studies and developmental milestones.
As a private mentor, Maria Larrotta keeps parents on track of interpersonal and educational milestones for their children.
What Is Somatic Birth? A Body-Centered Approach to Childbirth, Explained by a Birth Doula
Explore the concept of a holistic approach to labor through somatic training and education. Find experts and trauma informed doula care via MissPoppins.
Using Milk Collection Cups
Milk collection cups are often marketed as an easy alternative to pumping, what do lactation consultants think of them?.According to lactation expert Dawn E. Maddux, MPH, BSN, RN, IBCLC, CLC, milk collection cups passively catch leaking milk and support comfort and healing, while pumps actively remove milk to maintain supply. Can milk cups replace traditional pumping? Learn the differences.
A Linguistic’s Thoughts on Improving Child Articulation
Articulation is a physical skill rooted in how a child’s jaw, tongue, and lips work together over time. Here are a linguistic’s thoughts on how parents can work with their child to train their early language skills.
93% of Communication is Nonverbal, Understand The Cues
Nonverbal children communicate in many different ways. In fact, they may be more attuned to the 93% of other forms of communicative expression.
Why Babble Sounds Different Across Languages
Pediatric speech therapist Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. says the sounds your baby makes between 4 to 6 months are doing real neurological work. So if you’re wondering at what age should babies babble or if babbling a good sign, the answer is yes—unequivocally.
Succeeding as a First Gen Parent In Corporate America
Getting hired as a first-gen can feel more difficult due to misinterpreted social cues and signaling. We discussed with Dr.Anna Kallschmidt how to stay ahead of the curve, finally get hired, or fulfill a self-advocacy role in the current job market.
Motherhood- The Difficulty of Returning to the Workplace
How is society reacting to rates of working mothers dropping? Consider your options as a mother to maintain your peace of mind while reaching career fulfillment.
What to Know About Burping Your Baby
Until what age do you need to burp your baby and is it always necessary? Burping your baby is universally accepted to prevent gas, reflux, or colic, but research suggests routine burping may not be as essential as once believed. Learn the methods to burp your baby properly, using gentle, upright positions that can help when your baby shows signs of discomfort or trapped gas.
New CDC Vaccine Schedule 2026: What Parents Need to Know About the Updated Guidelines
The CDC has announced a major change to its childhood immunization schedule for 2026, reducing the number of vaccines routinely recommended for all children from 17 to 11. According to major national news channels. The updated CDC guidelines no longer universally recommend vaccines for rotavirus, hepatitis A and B, meningococcal disease, RSV, COVID-19, or influenza. The move has sparked widespread pushback from health professionals across multiple states. On January 5, 2026, Sen. Bill Cassidy warned the changes could “make America sicker,” while emphasizing that the CDC vaccine schedule is a recommendation but not a mandate; this is intended to giving parents decision-making power.
When Do Babies Stop Feeding at Night?
When do babies stop feeding at night? Most healthy babies naturally reduce night feedings between 4 to 6 months. Tracking sleep, wake windows, and hunger cues can help parents gently guide this weaning transition while supporting healthy growth.

