Holiday travel with a baby can feel overwhelming, but with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be! The key to a smooth trip lies in packing smartly and using essential travel gear like a travel stroller and baby carrier. These items make navigating airports and new destinations a breeze, giving you more time to enjoy your baby’s first vacation or your family holiday. Follow our guide to make traveling with an infant stress-free and fun. 

Choosing the Right Stroller for Travel 

When traveling, a lightweight and compact stroller can be your best friend. The Ergobaby Metro 3 Stroller is the perfect solution for parents looking for the best travel stroller. Here’s why it stands out: 

• Compact and lightweight: Easy to maneuver through airports and transport in a car. It even fit in airplane overhead bins! 
• One-hand fold feature: Quickly folds down, ideal when you have your hands full with a baby. 
• Storage capabilities: Room for essentials like diaper bags, toys, and snacks. 

Are portable changing pads worth it? 

Parents often wonder whether a portable changing pad is a must-have or just another baby accessory. While traditional diaper changing pads offer stability at home, a portable option is designed for families on the move. In this article, we’ll explore what a portable changing pad is, its benefits, types of diaper pads, and tips for choosing and using the best portable changing pad for your needs. 

If you’re planning a trip to Disney this year with your little ones, a stroller will undoubtedly become your best friend. Whether you're navigating through Disney World’s expansive parks or Disneyland’s charming streets, renting a stroller can help keep your family comfortable and your trip stress-free. In this guide, we’ll cover all the essential details, from rental options to Disney stroller rules and why the Ergobaby Metro+ is the ultimate travel stroller for Disney adventures. 

Winter can be a magical time for toddlers, but it also means that parents need to get creative with activities that entertain and engage little ones indoors and outdoors. Here’s a list of 25 winter toddler activities, from cozy crafts to fun outdoor games, that will help make winter a season to remember. Each activity has a brief description to get you started, along with links to full tutorials where available.

Indoor Winter Toddler Activities

When the temperature drops, these indoor activities are perfect for keeping toddlers entertained and active.

1. Snow Sensory Bin

Bring the snow indoors with a snow sensory bin! Fill a large plastic bin with real or fake snow, then add small toys and scoops for your toddler to explore. Great for sensory development and imagination.
Link to tutorial: Snow Sensory Bin for Toddlers

2. Winter-Themed Playdough

Make winter-themed playdough with scents like peppermint or vanilla and colors like blue and white. Add glitter for a “snowy” effect and let your

The holiday season brings joy, family gatherings, and festivities, but for parents of toddlers, it can also bring a unique set of challenges. The excitement, changes in routine, and high energy around the holidays can often lead to toddler temper tantrums. In this guide, we’ll explore the common causes of holiday-related meltdowns, strategies to calm your child during a tantrum, and ways to prevent tantrums before they start.

Common Causes of Holiday Toddler Temper Tantrums

Understanding why your child is more likely to have tantrums during the holidays is the first step in managing them. Here are some general and holiday-specific triggers to look out for:

1. Overstimulation

Holiday gatherings often come with bright lights, loud music, and new faces, all of which can be overwhelming for a toddler. This sensory overload can make it challenging for young children to process their emotions, leading to tantrums.

2. Changes in Routine

Toddlers thrive on routine. During the holidays, regular

Baby’s First Holiday: 12 Holiday Traditions & Celebration Ideas

Welcoming a new baby into your family makes the holiday season extra special. Whether you’re planning on preserving old family traditions or starting new ones, celebrating your baby’s first holidayis a magical time filled with memory-making moments. From festive photo opportunities to creating keepsakes, here are 12 holiday traditions to start with baby to make your holidays unforgettable.

1. Create a Personalized Ornament 

Mark your baby’s first holiday by creating a custom ornament with their name and the year. You can include a handprint or footprint to make it even more special. Every year when you decorate the tree, you’ll be reminded of this magical time. 

2. Capture the Moment with a Holiday Photo Shoot 

Holiday photo cards are a popular way to share joy with family and friends. Set up a cozy photo shoot at home, complete with holiday outfits and themed backdrops. These baby holiday photo ideas can include matching

16 Fun and Easy Toddler Holiday Crafts to Deck the Halls 

Parenting with toddlers can be a wild ride. And during the holidays it can be especially fun (and crazy)! We know that the holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and fun— so what better way to celebrate than with some delightful and easy toddler holiday crafts? These activities are not only simple enough for toddlers to enjoy, but they also provide a great way for families to create meaningful decorations and keepsakes for the home. Let's dive into some fun holiday toddler crafts that will turn your home into a festive wonderland!

1. Handprint Christmas Tree

Create a personal Christmas tree with your toddler’s handprints! Simply paint their hands green and have them stamp them onto a large piece of paper in a triangle shape to resemble a tree. Add a star at the top and some colorful "ornaments" made of pom-poms or stickers. 

Incorporation Tip: Frame this festive artwork or hang it on fridge! 

Learn how to make it here.

Tracking Baby Milestones by Weeks & Months 

As a parent, watching your baby grow and reach new developmental milestones is an exciting journey filled with many "firsts." From the first smile to the first steps, each milestone marks a significant moment in your child's development. However, understanding when and how these milestones should occur can be a bit overwhelming. This baby milestones chart is designed to help you track developmental milestones by weeks and months, offering insights into what to expect and tips on how to support your baby’s growth. 

Developmental Milestones by Month 

Newborn to 2 Months 

Why do babies cry? 8 Common Causes and Solutions   

As a new parent, one of the most challenging aspects of caring for your baby is understanding why they cry. It can feel so overwhelming to figure out why they are crying and then how to get baby to stop crying! Crying is a baby's primary way of communicating, and deciphering these cries can feel like a daunting task. We'll explore the common causes of baby crying and provide practical solutions to help soothe your little one. Whether your baby won't stop crying or it feels like baby is crying for no reason, we've got you covered. 

This week, we're diving into the beautiful, challenging world of breastfeeding with the amazing Jennifer Lezak. Jennifer is an international board-certified lactation consultant, a true expert who's helped countless parents at top LA hospitals like Cedar-Sinai and Good Samaritan, and through her private practice, Milkmaid LA. She's here to share her wealth of knowledge and support for all things breastfeeding and postpartum.  

What We Discuss

(0:00) Introduction  (1:56) Surprise! Breastfeeding is hard for 98% of moms  (4:09) Breast is best but your sanity is better  (5:55) However you feed your baby – they will love you  (7:02) Breastfeeding is hard, and it’s also not free  (8:07) How will I know when to stop breastfeeding?  (13:28) Bottle feeding does not cause nipple confusion – babies are smart  (15:23) A little stash of breastmilk is not the same as a freezer full of it  (16:24) Babies get hungry – they don’t care about schedules  (18:03) Baby