Babies cry when they’re hungry, they cry when they need changing, they cry when they have gas…and sometimes they just cry. For new moms, learning how to soothe your fussy baby is a process and it requires you to delve into reserves of patience you probably never knew you had. Amanda Edwards is here to […]
Breastfeeding is healthy, natural, and a wonderful way to bond with your newborn, but—if like most moms—you can’t always be there to nurse your baby, a breast pump is a necessity. In this video, Amanda Edwards gives you the rundown on electric vs. manual, single vs. double, and great tips to have you pumping stress-free […]
In 1999, I was a high school student attending a school near Columbine High School. I was a mere few miles away from the tragedy that changed the way many schools view security. I remember being in Ms. Race’s math class, just after lunch, as the loudspeaker called all students to report to the library […]
Colorado has been in the news quite a bit over the last few months, most recently due to the abduction and murder of 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway. Over the span of eight days, Jessica’s story went from an Amber Alert for a missing child to a murder, the likes of which Colorado cannot remember. Since Jessica’s […]
Being a new mom can be an overwhelming experience (to say the least!) and it’s not uncommon to start resenting the man who provided you with this bundle of joy. After all, he didn’t have to go through nine months of pregnancy, painful labor, learning to breastfeed….the list goes on. When you find yourself secretly […]
I had a very difficult second pregnancy. Part of what made it so challenging was the fact that I was taking care of my first-born full-time, and she was just eight months old when I conceived. Carrying a baby in my belly and another on my hip for the entire first trimester was tough, and […]
When you start answering the phone: Hi, it’s Mommy—and your kids are in the room with you—it’s time for a break! A huge part of being a good mom is knowing when you need to call a sitter so you can make some ‘me’ time to recharge your batteries. For more fantastic MamiTV videos and […]
As a certified yoga teacher, I could go on and on about the benefits of yoga. I’ve been a yogini myself for 15 years and I believe wholeheartedly in an active yoga practice. Yoga is especially beneficial during pregnancy and can help both mother and baby through the 40 weeks as well as through labor […]
Baby wearing isn’t just a convenient way to take your little one out—it’s a wonderful way to bond and keep your baby close while taking care of household chores, watching TV, or just relaxing with a book. Amanda Edwards lays out the basics of different carriers and safety tips. For more fantastic MamiTV videos and […]