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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Lucky mom of 6. CloudMom offers guides on pregnancy, baby’s first year, toddlers, and life as a mom. Enjoy!
Toddler Month by Month: 24
Happy 2nd birthday! Tips for your toddler’s speech, physical and intellectual activities, diet, sleep and more in my latest show.
How to Dress a Newborn Baby in a Pajama
When struggling with how to put a pajama on a newborn baby, be patient with newborn reflexes and string the pajama onto your baby. Watch my step-by-step in my video!
Pregnancy
12 Weeks Pregnant
If you’re 12 weeks pregnant, you’re in the last week of your first trimester. My 12 week ultrasound and how to stay in shape while pregnant in this week’s post.
26 Weeks Pregnant
Congrats on reaching 26 weeks of pregnancy! Let’s talk about the fetal immune system, the biophysical profile screening test and preparing home for baby.
38 Weeks Pregnant
At 38 weeks of pregnancy, your cervical length will decrease and you may experience diarrhea before labor. That plus why newborn skin peeling can occur!
Product Guides
5 Best Convertible Car Seats of 2022
My review of the best convertible car seats, including Britax car seats, Graco, Nuna, and more. Read for my take on the top-rated car seats of today.
5 Best Structured Carriers of 2022
Once your baby gets bigger, it’s time to upgrade from a wrap to a structured carrier! Here are what I find to be the best soft structured carriers.
5 Reasons to Buy a Baby Carrier
A lot of moms ask themselves “why should I buy a baby carrier?” Here’s a list of baby wearing benefits…
Baby
How to Breastfeed: Getting Baby to Latch On
Here’s my advice on how to breastfeed and deal with common breastfeeding problems, like latching!
Best Way to Burp A Baby On Your Lap
Learn the best ways to burp your gassy baby after feedings by watching my helpful video!
3 Month Old Breastfeeding Schedule
A breastfeeding schedule is a great way to take the extra stress out of infant breastfeeding!
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!
“How to Potty Train” Part 2: Essential Potty-Training Equipment
This “How to Potty Train” video shares advice on the best potty-training gear to simplify your life!
“How to Potty Train” Part 3: My 5-Step Potty-Training Plan
This simple potty-training guide will make this developmental milestone easy for both you and your child!
Mom
Bikram Yoga in Onzie Yoga Wear
The first post in my Onzie Yoga Series shows some hip Bikram yoga clothes and a demo of two Bikram yoga poses!
Finding Happiness as a Mom
How do you practice mindfulness as a mom? Read on for my journey for happiness and finding inner peace!
How I’m Working Out on Vacation
Even though it’s vacation time in Paris, I’m still trying to find ways to work out…Walking? Yoga?