Baby Blog

Being a new parent is an incredible time - but one that is often hard to appreciate or even remember.  Asking parents of small children to take on more via New Year Resolutions seems too audacious an ask.  But what if those resolutions could help you be a better, more present parent?  Or help turn a challenging first few years of parenthood into a beautiful time you treasure?  Here are five New Year Resolutions that might do just that!

The holidays are here and you have a young family.  What will the rules of engagement be?  Is it anything goes when it comes to gifts?  Does Santa visit?  If so, what will he bring?  Do you have holiday traditions you want to follow?  Holiday traditions you want to create?  Now is the perfect time to design the holidays in the way that works for your family now and in the years to come!

In this month of November, we spend some time reflecting on what we are thankful for.  Whether you are already parenting, expecting a baby, or simply "job shadowing" for the fun of it, this Bumbershoots by Nana blog is light and fun, designed to celebrate the joys of parenting- joys for which we are eternally thankful.

October is always a favorite month of mine.  The crispness in air, the winding down of summer and winding up of all things cozy.  And Halloween?  Forgetaboutit!  LOVE LOVE LOVE!  For this month's Bumbershoots by Nana's blog, we invite you to visit for Tips and Treats!  Enjoy practical tips for relative to infant safety, followed by a treat for our readers!

Parents often experience some form of “baby blues” in the days after childbirth.  In fact, up to 85% of new mothers experience the baby blues after giving birth.  Baby blues, also called postpartum blues, are the result of hormonal changes and the stresses of being a new parent. But is it something more?  This article discusses Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and the warning signs.

Before becoming the next Allyson Felix (legendary U.S. Olympian who recently became the most decorated American track & field athlete in Olympic history -- having surpassed Carl Lewis) or Michael Phelps (American winner of 28 Olympic medals in swimming, 23 of which are gold medals - approximately three times more than any other Olympic swimmer), most likely your baby first will need to learn to be mobile.  Read on to learn about the important milestone of crawling!

When parents follow the experts' advice and keep the crib empty except for baby, crib sheets have the opportunity to become the star of the show.  Crib sheets come in nearly as many designs, fabrics, and colors as there are babies. Read more to learn about the different fabrics for crib sheets and why they matter as well as for top-of-the-line product recommendations.

You've bought the crib, decorated the nursery, stocked the changing table, and found a trunk-load of clothes for the little one you are preparing for.  But besides these more obvious (and fun!) purchases, there are other items you will definitely need (or want) for a newborn child.  In this last article in the Bringing Baby Home Series, Bumbershoots by Nana identifies the remaining odds and ends that can make life for a newborn and his or her parents much easier.  Check it out for tips, product information, and more!