There is a lot to love about summer. The long days, the backyard barbecues, the excuse to eat ice cream at any hour and call it seasonal. But if you have a baby at home, summer brings with it a very specific kind of stress that nobody puts on the highlights reel: keeping your little … Read more
We’ve all probably experienced this. When you tell someone that you’re expecting or you’ve recently had a baby, they are always quick to give you advice, whether you solicit it or not. It truly is nice when they do it, because it is from the goodness of their hearts, but what isn’t so nice is … Read more
Quick Disclaimer: We recommend having your car seat reviewed by a certified CPST (Child Passenger Safety Technician) before using it with your child. You can typically get this done for free at any EMS or Fire Station in your area. Contact us if you have any questions regarding this. When it comes to keeping … Read more
Whether you use traditional plastic ones, or cloth, or a mixture of the two, diapers are a way of life when it comes to modern baby care. If you’ve been around babies enough, you know that diaper rashes are also a common part of life, but we have put together a quick guide to help … Read more
Learn safe sleep best practices for newborns and infants. Discover expert tips to reduce risks, promote healthy sleep, and give parents peace of mind.
Getting a baby to sleep through the night can feel like a mystery to many new and expecting parents—but at The Early Weeks, it’s what we do best. As professional newborn care specialists and pediatric sleep consultants, we’ve supported families across the country in creating peaceful nighttime routines and healthy sleep habits right from the … Read more
It might seem like a simple task, but preparing your baby’s bottles for overnight feedings is one of the most important steps you can take to support smoother nights and a well-rested household. In those early weeks—when newborn life feels especially chaotic—having a safe and efficient system for bottle prep can make all the difference. … Read more
Bathtime can be a fun, semi-relaxing time for parents and babies alike, but do you have a plan for what to do after the bath is over? In today’s blog, we’re going to walk through some of the fundamentals of what you can and should do after each bath in order to ensure that your … Read more
Safety. It’s a word that, to no one’s surprise, is on the minds of parents from day one, dollar one. While we would just love to help you do everything safely with your babies, today we are focusing on how to safely bathe your baby at any age, from newborn to toddler. While we will … Read more
Happy Holidays! We wanted to do a holiday themed blog post this year to help celebrate our little ones and how this time of year is so special to them, from day one. So, thank you for reading and for being a part of our community. Outside of our sincerest and most heartfelt holiday wishes, … Read more
Traveling with kids of any age can be a daunting endeavor, but traveling with a newborn or young baby is an Olympic level undertaking to say the least. Yes, the easiest thing to do would be to avoid traveling all together, until the kids are 18 and ready to pick their college, but that isn’t … Read more
Even at the best of times, Thanksgiving is an overwhelming and stressful time. These days, it can be even more so, especially with a newborn infant in tow. Luckily, we have come up with a few time honored expert tips and strategies that you can use to help you and your partner navigate this holiday … Read more