Martha Gipprich Blog
Planning for Your Baby’s First Birthday Party
Congratulations! You have officially made it through your very first year as a parent. It's time to celebrate the achievements that your little one (and you as a parent) have made in the past year. Keep in mind that your baby's first birthday party does not need to be...
How You Can Nurture Your Baby’s Language Skills
After hearing your baby speak gibberish for the past couple of months, it can be exciting to hear your child say their first word. Although talking is a natural part of development, you can help to nurture your child's language skills by talking in front of them on a...
4 Tips for Flying With a Baby
Flying with a baby is challenging. You have to do everything that you would do normally but thousands of feet up in the air. To make your ride a little less bumpy, try out a few of these tips on your next flight! Feed your baby during take-off and landing. While in...
Traditions for Your Baby’s First Christmas
The holidays are known as the most wonderful time of the year. Now that you are a parent, the season is even more wonderful. A baby's first Christmas is filled is a major milestone that only happens once! If you are in need for some tips on how to make your little...
Best Ways to Soothe a Fussy Baby
As a parent, one of the most heartbreaking things to experience is to hear your baby cry. Sometimes it only takes a quick feeding or a diaper change before your baby is all smiles. However, there are times where you have exhausted every possible solution, and your...
The Ultimate Guide To Baby Proofing Your Home
Your home is your safe haven. A place where you can relax and focus on you and not worry about life's troubles. However, this all changes when a baby is introduced into your home. Once your baby starts crawling or your toddler starts exploring, your safe haven can...
3 Great Benefits of Reading to Your Newborn
It is never too early to start reading out loud to your baby. By the age of three, a child's brain can grow up to 85%. Due to this, reading is an essential component of their development. Below you will find three benefits to reading to your newborn and why you will...
What Questions You Should Be Asking at your Child’s Annual Checkup
As we enter August, we enter the back-to-school season. Many parents over the next few weeks will start shopping for school supplies, researching health lunch recipes, and scheduling their child's annual checkup. This annual checkup is a great opportunity for you to...
How To Make Your Baby Comfortable In the Summer Heat
While most adults look forward to the warm weather, your little one may think otherwise. Against the harsh elements, Infants’ fragile body can be susceptible to heat rash, sunburn, heat stroke, or even a high fever. Infants can sleep deeply in the heat which increases...
How to Make Potty Training Less Stressful
Parents often groan when they hear the words “potty training”. Many parents will tell you that potty training is the hardest part about being a parent. While potty training will definitely have its hardships, it does not have to cause you to pull out your hair. The...