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"This online childbirth course was better than my hospital's class."

Read on as Tinyhood mom Amanda B. reflects on her experience preparing for childbirth, and what she wishes she had known from the start. When I was pregnant, I had a ton of anxiety about giving birth. There were so many “what-if’s”… What if I can’t handle the pain? What if I tear? What if my epidural doesn’t work? I knew that I wanted to prepare in some way so I would have some sense of what I was walking into.&nbs

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5 Signs Your Baby Would Benefit From Sleep Training

When it comes to babies and young toddlers, it’s hard to know which sleep issues are “just a phase” and which need a little bit of intervention. Certainly, there are plenty of sleep phases (hi, 4-month sleep regression!) that we as parents often just have to power through, but if your baby is consistently having one (or more!) of the below sleep issues, it’s a pretty good sign that they would benefit from some parental guidance in the form of

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The Real Story on “Cry-It-Out”: What It Is & What It’s Not

“The only way they’re gonna sleep is if you let them cry-it-out.” If you are a parent struggling with sleep, chances are you’ve gotten this advice from your own parents, friends, books, or random blog posts on the Internet (oh hey there!). But is that advice actually good advice? First, let’s look at what the science says. Since the words “cry-it-out” were first echoed, there has been fear that leaving your baby to cry can somehow

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Are Sleep Regressions Real?

Sleep regressions. They’re like the parental boogie man, always lurking just around the corner, waiting to snatch your hard-won shut-eye… or are they? We asked our baby & toddler sleep expert Natalie Willes to give us the 411 on sleep regressions, and she had a surprising answer. Truth is… most sleep regressions aren’t real. “Yes, there are a handful of true sleep regressions, times where your baby is maki

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3 Tips for Creating an Effective Baby Bedtime Routine

For some, bedtime is the sweetest part of every day. For others… not so much. If you’re in the latter camp and finding bedtime to be a constant battle or a long, drawn-out process that stretches on into eternity, this post is for you. We asked our baby & toddler sleep expert Natalie Willes how to create an effective routine (you know, one that actually signals to your child it’s time to lay down and go to sleep), and it

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5 Signs You Are Ready to Sleep Train Your Baby

Let’s cut to the chase: if you are reading this article, you are probably looking for ways to get your baby sleeping through the night or taking longer, more age-appropriate naps. Which means you might be considering sleep training and wondering when’s the right time to begin. Of course, every baby and every family is different, so when it comes to timing, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. But there are some key signs to look for that indicate you and

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6 Ways to End the Early Wakings Once & For All

Tell us if this sounds familiar: your sweet angel baby is sleeping like, well, a sweet angel. They’re down at 7 p.m. and up at 7 a.m. like clockwork. Then all of a sudden, your baby becomes an early riser, waking at 6 a.m… or 5 a.m.. or even 4 a.m. Early morning wake-ups are one of the most common sleep issues, and they seem to plague even the best little sleepers from time to time. That’s because as babies approach morning, their sleep cycles become li

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My, How Times Have Changed: 6 New Things Grandparents Need to Know

No matter how much the world changes, babies stay the same. They eat a lot, they poop a lot, and they sleep, well, not a whole lot. But despite this, many of the basic ways we care for babies have changed over the past 20 to 30 years. That’s all thanks to new science and research surrounding baby development. So for all the expecting new grandparents out there, we wanted to outline exactly what some of those changes are and why, so you can feel confident caring for your

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These 8 Items Will Make Breastfeeding Just A Little Easier

Planning on breastfeeding? While nursing can be one of the most challenging parts about becoming a new parent, there are definitely some ways you can prepare before your baby is born. This will make things a little less overwhelming in those early days and weeks of the newborn phase.If you are feeling unsure about your breastfeeding journey, our free online course Breastfeeding 101: From Prenatal Prep

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5 Things I Wish I Had Known About Newborn Sleep

Note from Tinyhood: Love and need your sleep? We’re with you. While having a newborn does mean (at least for a little while!) you’ll likely be up in the middle of the night, there are ways to make sure you establish healthy sleep habits from the start. Our online course, Baby 101: The Parenting Prerequisite, teaches expecting parents the skills to understand their baby'

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The Top 9 Decisions to Make Before You Go into Labor

There comes a time in your pregnancy when you have the sudden realization that you will actually have to give birth to that baby you’ve been carrying for the last 9 months. And, whether it’s your first or fourth baby, that can cause some anxiety. The best way to overcome that anxiety is to be prepared. Luckily our Childbirth 101 online course will give you the tools you need to go into labor and delivery with confidenc

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5 Ways Your Partner Can Help During Labor

As you inch towards your due date, you’re probably feeling that much more excited to meet your little one…and that much more anxious for your impending labor. If this sounds like you, Tinyhood's online Childbirth 101 course is a must-watch before baby comes. Parents say its the only watch-at-your-ow

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6 Helpful Tips for Breastfeeding in Public

Meet Dana, a professionally trained IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant), who has earned the highest credentials one can pursue in lactation consulting and works at a top-ranked hospital where she has helped thousands of families. She is ivy-league educated with a master’s degree in public health, is a mom of two kids (and two dogs), and enjoys tending to her vegetable garden. Given the frequency

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Ask an Expert: Can I Breastfeed if I Have Breast Implants?

In this Ask an Expert, we ask Dana C., professional IBCLC and instructor for our Breastfeeding 101 course, about breastfeeding with breast implants. Don’t forget to check out our

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5 Tips for Keeping Your Infant Safe in the Water

By Alena BowenSplashing in streams, boating on the lake, playing at the pool— enjoying the water is one of the highlights of summer, but with a new baby, it can also be a safety concern. Keep reading for everything you need to know

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How to Keep Babies Safe in Hot Weather, According to Experts

Before you head out on warm weather family adventures and walks with your new baby, it’s super important to know how to keep your baby safe in the heat. Babies love being outdoors, but they cannot fully sweat (your body's way of cooling itself off and regulating body temperature), so once it gets over about 80 degrees they can often suffer heat stroke or get dehydrated much quicker than an older child or adult. They rely on you to keep them cool! Plus, baby s

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Tips for New Parents on Cradle Cap: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention

Cradle cap: the skin condition that somehow manages to sound cute. While its name may be more appealing that its appearance, cradle cap is a common occurrence in babies that usually goes away without medical treatment. Read on for more details on how to identify, treat, and prevent cradle cap in your newborn. What is cradle cap? Cradle cap is a skin condition commonly seen in newborns.

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4 Steps to Correct Car Seat Installation for New Parents

Installing a car seat properly gets a lot of attention for good reason. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), while most parents and caregivers are confident that they have correctly installed their child’s car seat, almost half (46%) have been installed incorrectly. The good news is that installing a car seat properly has serious benefits: The

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How to Choose the Right Type of Car Seat for Your Family

Picking out a car seat is one of the most important things that expecting parents can do to prepare for a baby’s arrival. The process is always a lot to navigate, with so many styles and features available, and fewer opportunities to check out your options in person, how can you decide which car seat is best for you? At Tadpole

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Tummy Time 101: When to Start and Why It’s So Important

As a parent of a new baby, there is a lot to learn... and it won’t be long before the phrase “tummy time” enters your vocabulary. Tummy time is a great way to support your baby’s development while helping baby explore and become comfortable with the world around them. Before you have your baby, you'll want to know the best tummy time positions to start with in the newborn phase and beyond so you can set your baby up for success. The good news is that our

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“We have structural inequities around medical care, but childbirth in particular, that are really based on racism, classism, and sexism. We have found there are ways to address these issues.” - Jennie Joseph, midwife, advocate, & founder of Commonsense Childbirth

Advocating for Yourself During Pregnancy, Labor and Birth

There’s no other way to say it: the U.S. is facing a maternal health crisis. We are the only developed country with a consistently rising maternal mortality rate, and families of color are suffering disproportionately. In fact, pregnant people of color are 3-4 times more likely to die from complications during pregnancy, birth & postpartum than their white counterparts.

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5 Tips on Caring for Your Baby’s Umbilical Cord

Newborn babies. Caring for such a little body can feel so intimidating at first, and for many parents, umbilical cord care in particular can come with its own set of anxieties. And we get it. It’s not exactly something you have to deal with every day. But good news is, this strange looking little stump is a short-lived part of babyhood and will soon become a cute little belly button. While it is still in the healing process, it is relatively easy to care for. Just keep th

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5 Tips for Introducing Solid Foods to Baby

Does it seem like your baby might be ready to have their first taste of solid food? Congrats! That first feed is such a fun milestone for both parent and child. Along with breaking out the camera, we asked our pediatric nutritionist, Vanessa, for a few pro tips to help get you prepared. Here are her top suggestions, five easy ways to ensure you are both set up for success and that you are helping baby establish a healthy relationship with food, right from the start.

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The Top 8 Food Allergies in Kids and What Parents Need to Know

There’s generally one aspect to starting solids that makes a parent’s heart beat just a little faster… allergens. After all, no parent wants to feel like they are putting their child in life-threatening danger, and especially not with the food they’re putting on their plate. But introducing allergens is a crucial part of the solids process, and you can take some of the anxiety away by knowing you are introducing each allergen as safely as possible. So h

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International Women’s Day: 9 Empowering Leaders in Women’s Health

At Tinyhood, we celebrate women every day and International Women’s Day 2021 is no exception. This year’s International Women’s Day theme reminds us that progress can only happen when we #ChooseToChallenge the biases around us. That’s why this month, we’re highlighting the achievements of nine people who have done just that. These groundbreaking leaders have chos

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