Month: March 2018

How can I be sure my newborn breastfed baby is getting enough milk?

How can I be sure my newborn breastfed baby is getting enough milk?

This is one of the most common questions and the most common concern for new mothers.  How can you tell if your newborn Breastfed baby is getting enough milk to eat? It would make things much easier if we all had dash marks on our breasts, wouldn’t it? Unfortunately, we are not blessed with such […]

Colostrum – Liquid Gold! What is it? Why is it so good?

Colostrum – Liquid Gold! What is it? Why is it so good?

Colostrum is, in short – miraculous. This Liquid Gold is truly and wholly one of the most amazing substances the human body can make. But what is it? Really? And why is it so good for your baby?   What is Colostrum? Colostrum, also know as Early Milk, First Milk, Beestings and Bisnings is a […]

Finding the Perfect Budget Laminator For Home Use

Finding the Perfect Budget Laminator For Home Use

Budget Laminators – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Teachers have long known the joy of laminators, yet with the long ago introduction of the budget laminator, that singular joy has entered the home. From homeschoolers to Scout Moms (and Dads!), crafty fellows to office workers – there is a reason for a budget […]

Posted March 21, 2018 by Milk and Hugs in Children, Crafts, Parenting / 2 Comments

Tips for Breastfeeding at Disneyland

Tips for Breastfeeding at Disneyland

In the seven years I have called Southern California home, I have had two children, which means Breastfeeding. I’ve learned a thing or two about the when, where’s and how’s of this practice, especially when it comes to nursing in public at our many parks and destinations. From Nursing at Knott’s to Breastfeeding at Disneyland, […]

Sweet Penny and The Lion – A Review

Sweet Penny and The Lion – A Review

I recently received the following free ARC (Advanced Reading Copy) of a new children’s book coming out for in exchange for an honest review. “Sweet Penny and The Lion“ by Richard Fairgray and Alexander Burke Sky Pony Press, available in both Hardcover and ebook Release date: March 6th, 2018. ISBN: 978-1-5107-3484-5 Ages: 3-6   The […]

Posted March 5, 2018 by Milk and Hugs in Book Reviews, Parenting / 0 Comments