Category: new parents

A Late Start

[ 11 ] September 7, 2024 | Tina Gisone-Nicini

I would like to introduce Tina Gisone-Nicini, a new contributing writer to Kidoinfo. Parenting is not a science and although we want to make choices about what’s best for our kids, I also believe we need to make things work with our own personalities and family rhythm. I love Tina’s honesty and wit. And I am also not a morning personâ€”this had me laughning out loud! - Anisa

I have a confession to make: we like to sleep in. We like to laze about in pajamas, playing with Legos on the floor or reading the news online until at least ten o’clock. If you call our house before ten, we are unlikely to answer. That doesn’t necessarily mean we are still sleeping, we are just not ready to make any plans or engage in serious conversation. If you stop by unannounced, you will find us in pajamas with bed head (I’m talking CRAZY hair).

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Care for a Friend in Need

[ 9 ] June 18, 2024 | Katy Killilea

We asked our own friends and neighbors what they remember as good choices during their own times of need. The main theme that emerged: whatever it is, make it easy to use or to pop in the freezer for another day. And make it easy to understand. Here is a list of food suggestions from the wise (including a recipe), perfect add-ons to any meal, and other non-food items not to forget.

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May 2011: Join the 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Diaper Drive!

[ 0 ] May 1, 2024 | Anisa Raoof

Did you know that SNAP (Food Stamps) and WIC do not pay for diapers? Diapers are a high cost basic need. Families living in poverty are forced to choose between purchasing diapers for their children and purchasing food for the family.Â No parent should have to make this difficult decision. The Mother’s Day Diaper Drive […]

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Meet the Mamas Behind Mama Earth Cloth Diapering Service

[ 4 ] December 8, 2023 | RI New Moms

Rhode Island New Moms Connection is pleased to announce the opening of the first Rhode Island-based cloth diapering service. Meet co-owners (and parents of two children) Melissa and Jennifer Schroeder Rondeau of Mama Earth Cloth Diaper Service. Below are excerpts from our interview as well as additional information you may find useful. RI New Moms: […]

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Tips for New Moms: Favorite Tricks for Flying with an Infant

[ 2 ] January 29, 2024 | RI New Moms

Escaping to a warmer climate this winter via airplane?Â If you are a new parent, the thought of flying with a baby may be daunting.Â You’ll likely get lots of good advice such as: - Feed the baby during take-off and landing so that he/she will swallow and the change in pressure won’t hurt the baby’s ears. […]

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When the doctor orders bedrest

[ 1 ] November 24, 2023 | Anisa Raoof

I was put on bedrest after a routine visit to my midwife’s office thirty weeks into my pregnancy. Although bedrest is not uncommon when expecting twins,Â I still did not think it would happen to me. Pregnancy is already a busy and stressful time–you may be setting up the nursery or juggling work andÂ young kids–and […]

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Dr. Laura Jana Talks Child Car Seat Safety

[ 8 ] April 21, 2024 | Maura Keating

Pediatrician Dr. Laura Jana is a media spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Section on Injury, Violence and Poison Prevention.Â Dr. Jana is a certified child passenger safety (CPS) technician, as well as a CPS instructor. Maura Keating recently interviewed Dr. Jana to help parents […]

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Tips for New Moms: Childcare Resources

[ 5 ] March 12, 2024 | RI New Moms

Finding quality childcare for your baby can be a challenging task. Here are a few sites that may help in your search for an arrangement that meets your needs: - www.optionsforfamilies.org Options for Working Families is a nonprofit organization that provides a computerized database of licensed childcare providers in Rhode Island. - www.sittercity.com Sittercity.com helps […]

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Tips for New Moms: Modern Ways to Document your Baby’s “Firsts”

[ 3 ] February 25, 2024 | RI New Moms

When my brother and I were young, my mother did a fabulous job of writing everything down (and I mean everything…bless her) in our baby books. With a little help from modern technology, there are a number of different methods for documenting your baby’s early milestones. Here are just a few: - Start a blog–Many […]

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Tips for New Moms: Bring Sexy Back (part 2)

[ 0 ] November 19, 2023 | RI New Moms

Exercise. The dreaded word. Who has time for exercise with a newborn? Who has the energy for it? Well, the truth is that exercise will actually GIVE you energy. And, even better, it’s something you can do with baby – and you may meet a few new friends along the way. Here are some great […]

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