Raise with Care:
A Parenting Blog
Raise with Care:
A Parenting Blog
Feeding Schedule With Solids and Formula: Bottle Guide
Balancing bottles and solid foods does not require a strict timetable. A feeding schedule with solids and formula should gradually add meals around your baby’s usual milk feeds. Breastmilk or infant formula remains your baby’s primary source of nutrition throughout the first year, while solid foods provide additional nutrients and help build eating skills. Most […]
4 Aug 2026
14 min read
Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week with Milkmakers®
August is a significant month in the breastfeeding community. Not only is it officially Breastfeeding Awareness Month, but the first seven days are embraced by more than 120 countries as an annual celebration known as World Breastfeeding Week. For new moms, few topics spark more questions, conversations, confusion and angst than infant nutrition and feeding. […]
1 Aug 2020
4 min read
Destination Home: Easy Ideas for Summer Fun
Nothing channels childhood memories faster than a carefree summer afternoon. With travel and camps off the table this year, the summer of 2020 feels especially poignant as we find ourselves yearning for the nostalgic comfort of summers past. From simple pleasures like outdoor water play to creating a staycation in the yard, read on for […]
20 Jul 2020
3 min read
Top 10 Indoor Physical Activities for Kids to Burn Energy
When you have little kids at home, it’s always a good idea to spend as much time outside as possible. But no matter where you live, the weather isn’t always conducive to comfortably being outdoors. Whether it’s pouring rain, blizzard-like conditions, or just too hot to bear, it’s important to have some indoor activities for […]
22 Jun 2020
4 min read
7 Easy Kids Arts & Crafts That Require Minimal Supplies
One of the best ways for kids to get creative and have fun at home is by doing kids arts and crafts projects. Many parents think they need to stock up on a ton of crafts and re-create an art store environment in their home – which would make anyone hesitant to encourage their kids […]
15 Jun 2020
4 min read
How to Clean & Sterilize Pacifiers Safely
As a new parent, one of your top priorities is keeping your precious little one safe and healthy. In addition to practicing good hand hygiene and cleaning high-touch surfaces, such as tables, countertops and doorknobs, it’s important to clean and sterilize baby items including pacifiers, bottles and toys. If you have questions running through your […]
12 Jun 2020
4 min read
7 Quiet Indoor Activities For Kids That Will Hold Their Attention
As parents, we all have days when our kids are overtired, cranky or just in an off-mood (and, if we’re being honest, we can say the same about ourselves!). Quiet time activities are perfect for getting everyone to regroup during these instances. Top Quiet Time Activities for Kids Check out the 7 quiet time activities […]
8 Jun 2020
3 min read