How to Breastfeed a Newborn Baby
My five step plan to breastfeeding a newborn with tips on nursing chairs, breastfeeding positions and a proper latch, getting the let down, and milk supply.
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Hi! I'm Melissa...
Lucky mom of 6. CloudMom offers guides on pregnancy, baby’s first year, toddlers, and life as a mom. Enjoy!
Toddler Month by Month: 16
From toddler tantrums, to intellectual and physical activities, to what foods should I give my 16-month-old and developmental milestones, welcome to Month 16.
How to Breastfeed: Getting Baby to Latch On
Here’s my advice on how to breastfeed and deal with common breastfeeding problems, like latching!
Pregnancy
13 Weeks Pregnant
Welcome to the second trimester! This week: why you should sleep on your left side, why pregnancy clumsiness occurs, and more.
10 Things to Eat when You’re Pregnant
Check out these ten foods and ideas for healthy eating during pregnancy!
10 Foods to Avoid when You’re Pregnant
Looking for a list on pregnancy food no-no’s? Here are 10 foods to avoid during pregnancy!
Product Guides
How to Choose a Stroller
I’ve got answers to all your questions about the world of strollers. Which stroller is right for you? When can baby sit in a stroller? What stroller to buy?
5 Best Infant Car Seats of 2022
My review of the best infant car seats, including reputed brands like Chicco KeyFit, cheap infant car seats, luxury infant car seats, and more.
5 Best Cribs of 2022
Who doesn’t love watching their baby sleep through the bars of a crib? Here’s my review of the best cribs, with Ikea, Babyletto, DaVinci, and more.
Baby
Baby’s First Year: Week 2
From how to swaddle, cluster feeding, postpartum bleeding, and umbilical cord care to my 2-week old premie Bracey, welcome to Week 2 with your baby.
How to Burp a Newborn
How did you burp your baby? Here are some tricks on burping a newborn I picked up in the NICU.
When Is Baby Ready for Solid Foods?
Before you make the big leap, find out when exactly to start baby solid food with my helpful video!
Toddler & Kid
“How to Potty Train” Part 1: Potty-Training Readiness
Watch my new series for ways to detect potty training readiness and for potty training tips!
5 Ways to Avoid Temper Tantrums
Tantrums in toddlers are preventable. Here’s my advice on how to avoid toddler temper tantrums.
What To Do When Toddler Throws His Cup?
Mom, how do you discipline your toddler when he throws a tantrum? Here are “terrible two” tips!
Mom
How To Combat Postpartum Night Sweats
For many new moms, postpartum symptoms include picky, uncomfortable night sweats. Tips here!
When Do You Get Your Period After Baby?
When do you get your first menstrual period after birth? My thoughts in today’s new video!
10 Ways to Help a New Mom
Motherhood is hard, so here are 10 cool ways to help out a new mom in your life!