Baby Ruth has already been on 3 cross country flights. Her first flight was when she was 10 days old. We flew from San Francisco (where she was born) to Pittsburgh (where I was going to spend the bulk of my maternity leave). All of our flights have been relatively stress free thanks to advanced planning and some smart tips. Here are a few of my tips for a less stressful journey. Space is your friend. If you can afford…
I am a sucker for a good museum. Recently, Baby Ruth and I visited her hometown of San Francisco, California. I decided to check out two museums that had opened after I moved away from the city by the bay. First and foremost, if you are looking for some intellectual stimulation or discourse, these aren’t your museums. If you are looking for sweetness, color, fun and giggles, then check out both of these places next time you are in in…
Read: Read together every day with your child Rhyme: Rhyme, play and cuddle with your child every day. Routines: Develop Routines, particularly around meals, sleep, and family fun Reward: Reward your child with praise to help build self-esteem and promote positive behavior Relationships: Develop a strong and nurturing relationship with your child as the foundation for their healthy development At the moment, I am on maternity leave and I have taken this opportunity to spend as much quality time with my…