Olivia Youngs

As strange as it sounds, noticing a "rainbow" of colors when you pump or examine your breast milk is totally normal. Aside from staring at your nutritional artwork in awe, knowing what different colors in your breast milk mean can be helpful as you…

I always planned to breastfeed my children, largely because my own mother breastfed my brothers and I when we were babies and talked about the special bond it created. I never considered doing anything else. Armed with an arsenal of facts about…

As a breastfeeding mom, keeping your milk supply balanced is probably one of your top priorities. There's nothing worse than worrying that something you do (or don't do) will affect the quality or quantity of the milk you produce. But no matter how…

I'm a huge proponent of finding inspiration all around you. Excuse the inner hippie in me, but I think there is beauty to be found in everything — even in the cheesy '90s shows you used to watch as a child. And '90s Nickelodon-themed baby names…

Ah, sleep. A word with such sweet memories, but one that I also don't remember the meaning of. My last full night of sleep was sometime long before my first positive pregnancy test, well over three years ago. I can picture myself sleeping now — in…

Once your child passes the 1-year mark, they're able to make their opinion known loud and clear, which sometimes makes sleep training them (specifically teaching them how to fall asleep on their own and stay asleep for a long stretch of time) a bit…

A first Mother's Day is a pretty big deal. The new mom in your life is likely still adjusting to the title, and having an entire day dedicated to celebrating her transition into motherhood is important. Since a newborn isn't old enough to choose a…

So, you’re having a girl! Aside from the multitude of tasks you must accomplish before she arrives, you’re now faced with perhaps the most daunting task on your pre-baby to-do list — choosing a name. Because your daughter will (most likely) be…

The first few months with a baby are unpredictable and, more or less, sleepless. But there is a light at the end of the dark, sleep-deprived tunnel. A few months in, babies can snooze for longer stretches and will settle into a more predictable…

As your labor draws near, you’ll continually be looking for signs that it’s finally happening. As sure as your OB-GYN may be, there’s really no telling exactly when your big day will be (unless you’re being induced, of course). But watching your…

Although it's not often talked about, gas pain is one of the most common side effects of a C-section. It makes sense — after an invasive procedure like that, excess air and gas can get trapped in your stomach, making it difficult to deal with in the…

Easter is right around the corner and whether you celebrate for religious reasons or not, it's the perfect time think about making it a special day for your kids. Whether your kiddos are older or are just beginning to grasp the concept of the Easter…

As a parent, one of the scariest thoughts you may have is if your baby is too warm or too cold, because it's not always obvious right away. You're not alone if you've been known to sneak into your baby's room at night, just to make sure their…

One of the hardest things about being a new parent is learning your baby's cues — since they’re unable to fend for themselves — so it's crucial parents learn signs of hunger, tiredness, sickness, temperature, and more. Some signs are harder to…

Slime is here to stay. As an easy-to-make craft that keeps kids occupied, it's no wonder slime recipes are breaking the internet. But many parents are concerned about some of the ingredients in typical slime recipes — namely, borax. If you're…

If you're one of the lucky few who gets to experience Halloween as a mom-to-be, then you're probably in either one of two camps: You're either overly enthusiastic, or you're looking for last-minute maternity Halloween costumes and have been digging…

As if breastfeeding isn't exhausting enough on its own, try adding in some of the antiquated, misinformed, and downright entertaining old wives' tales about breastfeeding that are hilariously untrue. Despite their level of hilarity, it's a little…

Father's Day is just around the corner and, in the same way that we celebrate expecting moms, dads-to-be deserve some love on their first ever Father's Day. But finding the perfect gift for him can be easier said than done. If you're stumped on…

Pregnancy only happens in your life once. Or twice. Or three or four times. Ok, maybe even more — kudos to you. But regardless of how many children you've had or plan to have, each pregnancy is unique and worth documenting. Maternity photos,…