As a girl dad of two (currently 5 and 11), I’ve been through this exact “4T vs. 4” struggle more times than I care to admit, and I’ve learned the hard way that there are some small but important differences between the two.
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These are all of my latest posts in chronological orders, hope you enjoy and get some use out of them!
I learned the difference between a binky vs a pacifier the hard way
When I found out I was going to be a dad, all kinds of people suddenly starting talking to me all about babies.
And one thing I quickly realized is that people use all different kinds of words for the same objects. It can get super confusing. People kept saying “binky,” when they surely meant “pacifier.”
What’s the difference between a soothie, pacifier, dummy, and binky anyway?
Sunshine Adventures: Sparking Summer Joy and Keeping Kids Active Outdoors!
The British summer – a time for ice creams by the beach, picnics in the park, and endless adventures in the garden. As the school gates swing shut and the sun graces us with its warm embrace, there’s no better time to ensure that the little ones make the most of the season with outdoor … Read more
Watch a Dad and His Identical Twin Hilariously Confuse Baby in Viral Video
Playing with babies is so fun. Everything is magical to them. Show them a block and then hide it behind your back. They’ll be amazed! Pull a quarter out of their ear. Astonished! But have you ever seen adult twins interacting with babies? If not… you’re missing out! Dad Stephen Ratpojanakul, who is a twin … Read more
Are Baby Wipes Bad for Your Face? (Adult & Infants Explained)
In our house, we use baby wipes for EVERYTHING.
Changing diapers? Obviously.
Wiping down the counter? Check.
Scrubbing a juice spill out of the sofa? Check!
But a lot of new parents find themselves wondering if there are any no-nos for baby wipes. Like:
Can you use baby wipes on your or baby’s face? Are baby wipes bad for your adult face?
Why Your Baby REALLY Hates The Bassinet (4 Fixes to Try)
When you bring your newborn home for the first time, it’ll probably be a pretty big challenge getting him or her to sleep.
In fact, brand new babies usually only sleep for 2-4 hours at a time — if you’re lucky! There are tons of factors that can interrupt even those limited stretches of sleep.
So if your newborn baby hates the bassinet, the place they’re SUPPOSED to sleep at first, it can be really frustrating.
9 Fun Things for Bored Parents to Do During Sports Practice
Once your kids reach a certain age, there’s a good chance they’ll want to get involved in organized sports.
And if they want to, you should let them! Participating in sports helps kids develop physically and emotionally while teaching valuable life skills.
(If you don’t let the competitiveness get out of hand, that is.)
There’s just one problem: Endless practices.
Our girls are in sports practice and swimming lessons around 4-5 days a week right now, for anywhere from 45 minutes to 90 minutes at a time.
Usually, we’re expected to stick around. But between you and me… that gets a little boring. I like to watch practice when I can, but sometimes it feels like there might be other ways for me to use that time.
So I put together a list of fun things parents can do during sports practice!
(Other than screwing around on your phone, of course. All of the activities I’ve listed below have some kind of upside or positive effect on your well-being.)
Why You Should Take Young Kids to the Library + 5 Expert Tips
Take a look, in a book…
I love taking my kids to the library. For so many reasons.
For starters, I’ve noticed a strong correlation between how easy it is to get my 8-year-old to go to bed and how excited she is about what she’s reading before she falls asleep. Keeping her with a healthy supply of good books that she got to pick out is absolutely critical!
Our little one likes going, too. There’s just so much to see and do (and try to destroy).
Let’s get into all the benefits and my complete guide to taking kids, toddlers, and even babies to the library.
Travel Crib vs Pack ‘n Play: What Are the Differences, Pros & Cons?
When it comes to traveling with your baby or toddler, you’d be amazed at how much stuff one little person needs to bring on vacation.
You need to consider diapers, wipes, food, toys, clothing, bottles, strollers, car seats, and of course, something for your baby to sleep in.
If you’ll be staying in a hotel, many of them offer the option of renting a crib of some type in your room; other times you may be staying with relatives. If you are faced with the need to bring a bed for your baby on your trip, there are a few options such as travel cribs or pack ‘n plays.
In this article, I want to break down the differences between travel cribs vs. pack ‘n plays and help you decide which one is right for you; and it might be both!
So…what is the difference between travel cribs vs pack ‘n plays?
A Helpful Newborn Baby Shopping List (with Pictures!)
Congratulations, it’s almost time to meet your new baby!
The bad news?
You have a TON of work to do to get ready.
You have to:
- Design the nursery
- Baby proof the house
- And go shopping for all the baby essentials
But what exactly are the baby essentials you’ll need for a newborn?
If you’re like me, you don’t want a lot of fluff and explanation, just a straightforward list of everything you could possibly need as a new or first-time mom or dad.
So if you’re looking for pictures of baby things to buy…
Here is (almost) everything you’ll need on your shopping list for a newborn baby, with helpful pictures for the visually-inclined (I’m looking at you, fellow dads!).
