Babies

When it comes to what to expect on or near your labor and delivery day . . . my best advice is to have no expectations whatsoever. I will explain why. I totally respect birth plans, natural births, home births...

Discover the ultimate companion for new and expecting moms - San Diego Moms' From Bump, Baby & Beyond Guide! This powerful resource will help you navigate the incredible journey through every stage of pregnancy to early motherhood. Here you will...

https://youtu.be/ELrELUsJkGs On Thursday, September 27th we went Facebook live at UC San Diego Center for Better Beginnings with expert Sonia Alvarado of MotherToBaby CA. We shared information and answered your questions about drinking alcohol during pregnancy, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and other harmful...

Did you know? If you paid your nanny $2,100 or more last year, you owe taxes. Filing taxes can seem like a daunting task, but experts at Care.com HomePay can help save time and stress. HomePay will break down what nanny taxes are and...

Are you currently expecting a baby? Have you had a baby within the past year? Are you planning to grow your family soon? Then BLOOM is definitely for you! You won’t want to miss Bloom – a national event for new and expecting...

Women experience unique healthcare challenges throughout life due to age, reproduction, stress, environment, and much more.  Not only are women living longer, they can also enjoy better quality of life into old age. This is only possible, however, if...

The sun is shinning outside in San Diego and school is closed for the summer break but that doesn't mean your kids need to throw all their academics out the window! Summer reading is a great way for kids...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z1g6vVEMaE I joke that my 4-month-old works out more than I do. But in all seriousness, she does go to Stroller Strides, Baby Yoga, and gets her workout on at My Gym in Carlsbad each week. My Gym I discovered My...

The best all natural reef safe sunscreens do not need to break the bank or keep you from having fun in the sun this summer. As an all-natural kind of mama who also cares about our oceans, I have...

Check out the amazing day we had at Bloom last Saturday! Over 100 mamas came together to celebrate the beauty and resilience of motherhood at our annual Bloom: From Bump, Baby & Beyond event at Joya Kitchen. A huge...

Postpartum healing pads or “padsicles” will be your best friend during your postpartum healing process. These pads help soothe your perineal area after the delivery of your baby. Keep in mind, you do not need to have a perineal tear...

It’s the season for coughing…  from persistent, dry coughs to those coughs that sound like the sea lions barking at Sea World. Here’s what you need to know about children and coughs and, most importantly, when to seek medical...