At Blunders in Babyland, I want to give you the tips you need to not only care for your baby, but help both of you thrive. My tips are is practical, simple, and most importantly, actionable.
Our Infant Sleep section is the most popular content on our website. If you’ve been having trouble getting your baby to sleep through the night, check out our Baby Sleep Series. The series contains the tips I used to get my breastfed baby to sleep through the night by 8 weeks.
We also offer practical tips on breastfeeding, baby gear, and baby care.
INFANT SLEEP
Why Your Baby Won’t Sleep: 10 Surprising Reasons
When your baby won’t sleep, no one in the house is happy. You’re exhausted, your baby is exhausted, your partner and other children are exhausted too. Most people expect sketchy nighttime sleep during the newborn phase. But what about 4-6 months later and you’re still getting 2 hours of sleep? Sleep isn’t a privilege, it’s…
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How to Swaddle a Baby That Hates Being Swaddled
I remember sitting in my hospital room, watching in wonder as the nurse folded an ordinary blanket into a beautiful swaddle. By the end of our visit, she showed us how to swaddle a baby at least five times. That said, my daughter broke out of every swaddle I tried. During this time, I noticed…
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How to Get a Breastfed Baby to Sleep Through the Night
About 4 weeks into the newborn phase, I shared my nighttime woes with pediatricians, lactation consultants, and other breastfeeding mamas. I expected to hear wise advice on how to extend my daughter’s nighttime hours (by 6 weeks, she was sleeping 4 hours at a time). The only “advice” I received was to “go with the…
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BREASTFEEDING
Best Nursing in Public Tips: How to Nurse in Public Without the Anxiety
At the beginning of my breastfeeding experience, I would have rather hidden away at home than risk nursing in public. The thought of exposing even a centimeter of my breasts (or receiving the inevitable criticism) terrified me. For the mamas that are confident enough to nurse without fear, I applaud you. For the women that…
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Undercover Mama Review {2020}: Review from a Pregnant Mom
Finding fantastic maternity outfits isn’t always easy. While popular retailers are finally rising to the occasion, many lines are overpriced or styled…weird. In the past, I’ve shopped at Amazon or discount retailers like Ross or Marshall’s. While it absolutely is possible to find great maternity outfits at these locations, it kind of feels like the…
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7 Essential Breast Pumping Tips for New Moms
Pumping breast milk is not going to be easy for the first few months but it’s definitely going to be rewarding. The experience varies from person to person. In my case, using a breast pump was a nightmare when I had my first baby. Fortunately enough, I became more patient, learned from my mistakes, and…
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BABY GEAR REVIEWS
BABY CARE
Why Your Baby Won’t Sleep: 10 Surprising Reasons
When your baby won’t sleep, no one in the house is happy. You’re exhausted, your baby is exhausted, your partner and other children are exhausted too. Most people expect sketchy nighttime sleep during the newborn phase. But what about 4-6 months later and you’re still getting 2 hours of sleep? Sleep isn’t a privilege, it’s…
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Undercover Mama Review {2020}: Review from a Pregnant Mom
Finding fantastic maternity outfits isn’t always easy. While popular retailers are finally rising to the occasion, many lines are overpriced or styled…weird. In the past, I’ve shopped at Amazon or discount retailers like Ross or Marshall’s. While it absolutely is possible to find great maternity outfits at these locations, it kind of feels like the…
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Ultimate Breastfeeding Class Review by Milkology: Is It Worth It?
In this detailed Ultimate Breastfeeding Class review, we’ll go over the pros, cons, and content in the online breastfeeding class everyone is talking about.
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Top 10 Baby Rocker Picks: The Best Baby Rocker for Your Limited Budget
With all of the other endless baby gear purchases we recently made, my husband and I were determined not to buy a baby rocker. Not only do I run a blog devoted to getting babies to sleep in their cribs, but from a monetary standpoint, we just couldn’t afford any more baby gear! Enter teething,…
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The Ultimate Guide to Baby Sleep Training Methods: Finding the Right Method for Your Baby
There’s no doubt, sleep training is a controversial topic. Some mamas swear by it, others avoid it at all cost. If you’re reading through various sleep training methods and feeling just a little bit nervous right about now, let me reassure you: it is not some big, scary thing! Sleep training is simply helping your…
The Taking Cara Babies Navigating Months 3 & 4 Review {2021}
For some moms, months 3 & 4 can mean endless sleepless nights (after finally getting your baby on some semblance of a schedule!). For others, it’s the light at the end of the tunnel where many babies are finally able to extend their nighttime sleep. As I’m writing this, my baby is just coming out…
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The Best Sunburn Relief for Babies and Toddlers:
Sunburn just kind of sneaks up on you, especially with babies and toddlers. You’re enjoying the perfect day at the park, dozing off to the cool breeze and partly cloudy skies, when you notice that your baby is suddenly lobster red. If your baby is suddenly afflicted with a nasty case of sunburn, don’t be…
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The Best Questions to Ask a Pediatrician at the Interview
There’s no doubt, the meet and greet with your potential pediatrician is an important appointment. During this time, you’ll be assessing everything that makes your doctor a viable candidate: his philosophies, qualifications, staff, location, and even his personality. There’s a lot of factors to consider when you’re looking for a pediatrician, so coming prepared is…
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