JayDee VykoukalIf you are expecting or have kids, you’ve probably received lots of advice. Some days, it seems that being a parent gives an apparent green light to everyone around you to start giving advice, whether it’s solicited or not. Fortunately, there are a ton of great parenting hacks that can make life easier with little…
JayDee VykoukalOne of the most challenging and fulfilling endeavors in life is embarking on the journey of motherhood. Being a mother can bring immense joy but can also lead to significant stress. The challenges of parenting can swiftly lead to exhaustion, also known as mom burnout, a condition characterized by mental, physical, and emotional fatigue. Mom…
JayDee VykoukalExtended breastfeeding has been a topic of discussion for decades. The recommendation for breastfeeding was once 12 months, with many mothers following this recommendation and intentionally weaning their babies right around their first birthdays. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) and other notable U.S. organizations began recommending 2 years of breastfeeding in recent years for…
JayDee VykoukalWhen was the last time you had a romantic date night out? You can’t recall it, can you? It was the same for me. As a mom going out for a date night might be a real challenge for many reasons (finances, the ages of your children, family support, childcare support, etc.). But not having…
JayDee VykoukalThe Cleavers are often referred to as the classic American family—and almost 56 years ago, when “Leave it to Beaver” aired its final episode, they most certainly were. In those days, the all-American family ideal included a working father, stay-at-home mother, and at least two children living in a home they owned and all left on…
JayDee VykoukalMany breastfeeding moms are worried if their baby is getting enough milk. And it is completely understandable, especially in the case of first-time moms. If you have concerns about your milk supply, it may be a good idea to see a lactation consultant and learn about the most effective foods to increase your milk supply….