Raise with Care:
A Parenting Blog
Raise with Care:
A Parenting Blog
What Is Baby Formula Made Of? A Parent's Ingredient Guide
Baby formula is made of a milk base, most often cow’s milk, plus added fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and nutrients chosen to bring it closer to breastmilk.* The cow’s milk gets modified first, because on its own it is too hard for a newborn to digest. And every formula sold in the US has to […]
21 Jul 2026
11 min read
Throw the Perfect Under the Sea Birthday Party
Birthday parties are a big deal, especially when your toddler is turning 2! Fellow Munchkin mom and actress Amy Davidson threw her son Lennox the ultimate under-the-sea-themed bash and we couldn’t be more in love! From Lennox’s mini blue suit to fish-cracker-filled Snack Catchers, all the oceanic details were too perfect. Have a party coming […]
20 Mar 2018
1 min read
More Women Are Talking About Postpartum Depression, And That’s a Good Thing
5 years ago, when my daughter Harper was born, I had heard a lot about postpartum depression (PPD). I thought I knew everything there was to know–and because the crushing weight of depression wasn’t exactly what I was feeling as I slogged through the weight of my big, big emotions every day. I didn’t ever […]
17 Mar 2018
2 min read
5 Unsuspecting Foods that Increase or Decrease Milk Supply
It seems that a breastfeeding mother’s main concern and worry is often, “Will I make enough milk for my baby?” While many mothers are able to establish a healthy supply naturally, low milk supply causes can vary widely, and some parents may need extra support along the way. If you’ve been researching how to increase […]
6 Mar 2018
4 min read
How to Make Ponderosa Lemonade with Your Kids
February in California sometimes feels like summer is just days away, and this past week was one of those weeks. The sandals came out of hibernation, the hanging chairs on the front porch got sat on for the first time in a few months, and Edie and Dot begged for ponderosa lemonade. One of the […]
21 Feb 2018
4 min read
17 Acts of Kindness You Can Do With Your Kids
It’s National Random Acts of Kindness Day! Today is the perfect day to pick something nice to do and teach your littles that even the smallest gesture can make the biggest impact. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite acts of kindness that your kids can join in on. Plant a community garden filled with […]
17 Feb 2018
1 min read
Valentine's Day Coloring Page
Happy Valentine’s Day! Start by celebrating this love-filled holiday by decorating one of our printable heart-shaped coloring pages! Fun for any age, this is a craft that toddlers and bigger kids can enjoy. Download Here: Heart Coloring Page A few supplies we suggest you use to decorate are: Glitter Pom Poms Sequins Stickers Markers or […]
14 Feb 2018
1 min read