MissPoppins’ Online Parent Support

Your Go-To Guide for Parenting Tips from Expert Parent Coaches

Explore our parent coaching articles hub for expert tips, practical advice, and insights to support you at every stage of your journey.

Parent sitting in a lounge chair reading a book in a garden, with a glass of beverage on a nearby table and red flowers in the background.

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.

Read More
Infant Sleep, Sleep MissPoppins Inquiries Infant Sleep, Sleep MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
Lactation & Nutrition, Lactation and Nutrition MissPoppins Inquiries Lactation & Nutrition, Lactation and Nutrition MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
Parenting MissPoppins Inquiries Parenting MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
Wellness & Counseling, Wellness and Counseling MissPoppins Inquiries Wellness & Counseling, Wellness and Counseling MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
Nutrition MissPoppins Inquiries Nutrition MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
Nutrition MissPoppins Inquiries Nutrition MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More

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.

Read More
MissPoppins Inquiries MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
MissPoppins Inquiries MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
Sara Morse Sara Morse

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.

Read More
Parenting MissPoppins Inquiries Parenting MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More
Wellness & Counseling, Wellness and Counseling MissPoppins Inquiries Wellness & Counseling, Wellness and Counseling MissPoppins Inquiries

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.

Read More