NOTE: This page was originally published in 2015 & was last updated in October 2018. When I set out to create this guide for parents, I never imagined it could be so difficult. Several years, several massive hacks and several pieces of legislation later, every parent now has … [Read more...]
A Different Kind of Resolution: Choosing Joy
I smiled to myself as I clicked "buy" on something that seemed so out of character: A pair of leggings with a space invaders inspired pattern on them. Yep, a grown woman with space invader leggings. To some, it may seem silly or weird, but to me, it was symbolic. This frivolous (yet … [Read more...]
A Tale of Two Carriers: Tula Vs. LÍLLÉbaby
If you've decided to "wear" your baby, chances are you've scoured the internet searching for the right option that'll leave your hands free while carrying your little one. The problem? An overwhelming number of options.Dozens of companies advertise canvas material, woven material, … [Read more...]
The Carryon Overnight Kit: A Must for Airplane Travel With Kids
Of course we couldn't have known our 20 hour trip would lengthen into 48. So of course we didn't pack a carryon overnight kit.It began as we loaded up the hired car in the dark, installing the car seats and waiting until the absolute last minute to pull our 1- and 4-year old sons … [Read more...]
EpiPen Is Not the Only Choice: My Switch to an Off-Brand
NOTE: This is in no way intended as a product endorsement, but rather one mom’s experience. Please consult your doctor and insurance provider about any changes in medication --The first time I bought a set of EpiPens, in 2015, I balked at the price.“Did insurance not cover … [Read more...]
“Chemicals Are in Everything, Why Should I Care?”
One of the most common critiques I get about my reporting on chemical flame retardants in car seats can be summed up with this Facebook comment on one of my posts:Look at how many of us survived... using car seats. Then look at the ones who survived before car seats were a thing. … [Read more...]
Car Seats in Taxis: Difficult But Doable
In the few months since I committed to stop baby wearing in taxis, my little guy officially outgrew his infant bucket car seat. I’ve opted for public transportation and avoided cabs when possible, but unfortunately that’s not always possible in a big city like Hong Kong.In the days … [Read more...]
Investigating Car Seat Chemicals
What began as a NewsMom editorial, expanded into a six month KPIX-CBS investigation exposing alleged false advertising, apparent legal loopholes and outdated federal regulations that systematically expose millions of children to concerning car seat chemicals.First, we established … [Read more...]
Virtual Kidnapping – A New & Terrifying Threat for Parents
Updated: 9-18-16A chill ran through my body and I immediately felt sick to my stomach when I read this NextDoor post from a local mom. The tale of her child's virtual kidnapping is literally one of the most terrifying things I've ever read.For years, we've covered the … [Read more...]
Postpartum Depression: What to Learn From Panettiere’s Return
New motherhood is hard. The sleep deprivation, the hormones, the crying, the body changes, the guilt and the worry can team up to leave moms of newborns feeling harried, wondering: “Is it this hard for everyone? Is my child particularly difficult? Am I simply not cut out for … [Read more...]