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Yvette Manes

Yvette Manes is a Cuban-American mama of 2 and a proud native Floridian. As a freelance writer and blogger, her work has appeared on Scary Mommy, Blunt Moms, Today Parenting Team, Parent.co, Sammiches & Psych Meds, and more. She is a TV addict with no plans for rehab, an audio book aficionado, and a podcast enthusiast.
How Daylight Saving Time Will Affect Your Toddler's Sleep
The hard work parents have put into getting their kids on a sleep schedule is disrupted twice a year due to daylight saving time. It's fall, and soon daylight saving time will end, meaning you will have to "fall back" to normal hours. This requires…
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9 Things To Know About Sleep Regression In 1-Year-Olds
Big milestones can turn your nights (and maybe even your days) upside-down when they disrupt your child's sleep. One of the biggest milestones? Learning to walk, which happens right around age 1. There are some things to know about sleep regression…
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10 Clever (& Easy) DIY Halloween Costumes For Pregnant Women
Do you have a little bun in the oven? If so, you are lucky to be expecting this time of year because there just are so many clever Halloween costumes for pregnant women. The best thing about these costumes is that most of them are quick, easy, and…
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7 Old Wives' Tales About Increasing Your Milk Supply That Are Totally True
You're in the early days of nursing your baby, and it seems as though every friend, neighbor, and relative wants to give you their two cents. Breastfeeding can be difficult enough without having to listen to unsolicited advice from everyone and…
By Yvette Manes and Ashley Jones
The Danger Of Putting Your Toddler In a Forward-Facing Car Seat
One of the most important items you will ever own is your child's car seat. Even if you don't have a vehicle, you can still get plenty of use out of a car seat when traveling or taking public transportation. Once you've researched and chosen the…
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How To Help A Sleep-Deprived Baby
If you're a new parent, then you're likely sleep deprived. It's just one of the not-really-perks of brining a tiny human into the world. But, have you stopped to consider that if you aren't getting enough sleep to fully function, your baby may not…
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5 Signs You Should Probably Have A Medicated Birth & That's OK
If you've spent any amount of time in a mom's group or have read the comments section of any parenting website, you already know that mom shaming is a real thing. Maybe you aren't currently acquainted with a person who has their camera out ready to…
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How To Talk To Someone About Going To Therapy
When someone you care about is struggling with mental health issues, it can disrupt your lives and your relationship. Eventually, you may find yourself wanted to discuss your concerns with your loved one. There is no easy way to approach the…
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The Truth About Beer & Your Breast Milk Supply
As a young mom who struggled with breastfeeding, I was given lots of advice from friends and family members. One suggestion that I'll never forget was from my husband's late grandmother. She insisted that when nursing four babies back-to-back, the…
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How To Support Military Families On The 4th Of July
Imagine moving to a new city, state, or even country every few years. Now picture doing all of that with small children, moody preteens, or high schoolers who want to graduate with their friends. Finally, think about what it would be like to deal…
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5 Signs Your Family Would Benefit From Therapy
The decision to see a therapist can be a difficult one, especially when your goal is to seek therapy with your partner or loved ones. There has long been a stigma attached to mental health care. In fact, the words "you need therapy" are almost…
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7 Things OB-GYNs Want You To Know About Bed Rest
Anyone who has ever been on long-term bed rest knows that, although it can be difficult and depressing, it is essential to the health and safety of your unborn baby. Most moms-to-be don't anticipate serious pregnancy complications and, therefore,…
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How To Care For Your Vagina Postpartum
No matter how much I read or what I was taught in my prenatal classes, I was in no way prepared for the kind of care my private parts would require after childbirth. Yes, I was aware that there would be blood and tenderness, and they may even need…
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21 Unconventional Kids' Birthday Party Ideas
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For The Love Of God, Don’t Buy Dad These Father’s Day Gifts
Father's Day is only a few days away. When time starts running out and the pressure is on, it's much harder to come up with a good gift idea. Most of the time, you end up getting Dad something he might need, but doesn't necessarily want. Other…
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13 Last-Minute Father's Day 2017 Gifts For Husbands
It's June, and school is finally letting out for the summer. With the kids at home all day, your schedule is probably all over the place. It's no wonder that you only just realized that Father's Day is right around the corner. If you're anything…
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The Reason You Fantasize About Other People When You’re Married
Even if you are madly in love with your spouse, there may come a time when you find yourself fantasizing about someone else. It could be that the thoughts happen unexpectedly during sex or in a dream, or maybe you've met someone who has piqued your…
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5 Things To Know About Going Past Your Due Date
No matter how intimidating labor and delivery can seem, no mom-to-be wants to go past her due date. Not only can the final weeks feel heavy and uncomfortable, but many moms-to-be have heard horror stories about long and difficult labors or…
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4 Ways Couples Therapy Makes You Better Co-Parents
Living apart from your child's other parent can create an entirely new set of stressors in your life. Not only do you have to spend time apart from your child, but both parents have to trust that their exes, and any subsequent new partners, are on…
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Here's How Much A C-Section Costs
When you think about the costs associated with having a baby, you are probably considering some of the big picture items: diapers, wipes, clothing, crib, car seat, stroller, baby food, and daycare. Many parents take for granted that their insurance…
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