Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Laurie Hollman, Ph.D.

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Hello, Mom’s Choice readers! Thank you for joining us for yet another interview in our series. For this interview, we were able to speak with Laurie Hollman, Ph.D., the author of the MCA award-winning book Playing With Baby: Research-Based Play Birth To One Year. In Playing With Baby: Research-Based Play Birth To One Year, Dr. Laurie Hollman explains to her readers the dozens of stimulating and imaginative ways infants play from birth to one year. Multiple illustrations in words and pictures are backed up by fascinating cutting-edge research about how play promotes infants’ development and a secure attachment between mother and baby. This interview is packed with crucial information and a must-read for new mommies! Keep reading to find out more about Laurie and her award-winning book, Playing With Baby: Research-Based Play Birth To One Year! Read More

Pregnancy Old Wives’ Tales – Fact Or Fiction?

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90% of pregnancies show signs and symptoms within the first eight weeks. Most of these are extremely common and can include fatigue, nausea, and an increased need for urination. There are some signs and symptoms, however, that are considered to be old wives’ tales. There are also the more far-fetched tales that have passed through the generations. They include everything from gender predictions to the indications of twins. Which old wives’ tales are based in fact though, and what is complete fiction? Read More

5 Tips to Introducing Your Dog to Your Baby

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As future parents, you aren’t the only one adjusting when your baby arrives – your pets do too! Your pup would most likely have mixed feelings, especially when he’s bombarded with unfamiliar scents and sounds. Read More

Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Susan Bortone

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Hello, Mom’s Choice readers! Thanks for joining us for another part of our interview series! We were so pleased to get the opportunity to catch up with Susan Bortone, founder of the MCA award-winning product, Snuggy Buddy! Some fun facts about Susan’s brand, it is officially called Snuggy Buddy, By Roc & Oli. Roc & Oli stands for Susan’s kids Rocco & Olivia, who are the inspiration behind her brand. Susan’s company also donates fabrics to Project Linus, a charity that makes blankets for babies and children in need, because we believe that every child deserves a chance to sleep sound and dream big. Snuggy Buddy is meant for babies 6-12 months and is the first of its kind to solve the problem of not being able to leave a loose toy in the crib with your baby to help soothe them safely while they sleep. Keep reading to find out more about Susan and the award-winning Snuggy Buddy! Read More

What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up?

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Life doesn’t always do what we want it to do, but it is comforting to know that God’s love remains steadfast for each and every one of us everyday. We don’t need to lose faith when we see others receive answers to their prayers, while we feel like we haven’t yet received our own blessings. We can rest assured knowing that our time is coming, and when it hits the ground, the earth will feel it! Read More

Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Umma Shekhani

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For this interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with Umma Shekhani, the creator of the Mom’s Choice Award’s award-winning product, Swaddle Sleeves! Swaddle Sleeves is an arms-only, safety certified swaddle transition product. Umma is also the founder of the company Two Baby Bears and Co.! Keep reading to learn more about Swaddle Sleeves, Umma Shekhani, and her company, Two Baby Bears and Co.! Read More