When this photo shared by a doula went viral last year, we embarked on this new trend of a “gentle” C-section. This wholesome and raw photo depicted how heartwarming it truly is for parents to welcome their newborn in a clear drape or window cesarean section.  This option is now being offered in many hospitals,...

Family is not blood. Family is love. When sweet little Princeton was born to a drug-addicted mother, he was premature and weighed no more than a pound. He was suffering from Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) and was in agonizing pain.  36-year-old Keia Jones-Baldwin is a therapist and photographer based in North Carolina with her husband,...

 The only true “love at first sight” is the moment a mother holds her newborn child for the first time. No matter what health beliefs they uphold, all parents can agree on one thing: They want the best for their children. They want them to grow up healthy and strong. Therefore, it’s vital for all...

Pregnancy is a time of careful consideration of everything that goes into your body, including beverages like tea. While tea is generally considered a healthy beverage, not all types of tea are safe for consumption during pregnancy. It’s crucial for expectant mothers to be knowledgeable about the potential risks associated with certain teas. Let’s dive...

According to the head teacher at Ravensdale Junior School in Mickleover, Derbyshire, the school had merely been following the dinner-debt policy. Children will be given bread and butter if their families owe over £10 ($13 USD) in school dinner debts. Speaking to Mail Online, the 31-year-old Katrina Dakin said it was ‘disgusting’ for the school...

As parents and caregivers, it is extremely gratifying when your kid’s teacher tells you how much of stellar, loving, and cooperative student they are at school. So, why is that when it’s time for you to spend time with your kid… they go from supposed angel to absolute devil!? Some parents probably go home scratching...

Finally, your eyes start to shut and your mind begins drifting into a care-free world of no responsibilities. For the first time in weeks, your spouse isn’t even snoring. But, within what feels like five minutes, something pulls you from your slumber. You squint turning on your lamp and look at your clock – three...

This article was originally published on November 28th, 2020, and has since been updated. “Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver.” – Barbara De Angelis When 27-year-old Jonathan Pinkard found out last year that he needed a heart...

It’s the classic Christmas scene: a warm glowing fire, stockings hanging on the mantle, and a giant, lit-up tree surrounded by a mountain of presents.  For a child, Christmas morning is the most magical day of the year. What could be better than unwrapping toy after toy after toy?But are all these toys actually making...

A family in New Jersey was told that their son would not survive past birth. He was born with neural tube defect that caused the boy’s skull to stop developing in the womb.  However, he’s beating the odds and will be celebrating 7-months on earth this month. A miracle to say the least.   Lucas was...

There’s nothing a parent won’t do for their child.Some say that phrase, or some form of it, as a given fact. They believe a parent’s love is unconditional, but they don’t explore that concept further. On the flip side, those with harsh childhoods might dispute these claims. However, the story of this father’s fight for...

Children have underdeveloped immune systems and therefore are more likely to get sick than adults. This means that they often require medication to manage various health conditions. It’s crucial to be aware, however, that certain medications can lead to permanent side effects that may impact their health in the long term. One class of medications...