The City of Milwaukee has unveiled a new and controversial ad campaign aimed to warn parents about the “dangers” of co-sleeping. As you can see, the ad is quite shocking and morbid. And, clearly, they know that. Apparently, Milwaukee has recently seen at least 10 infant deaths per year as a direct result of unsafe…
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Just Say No to Bumper Pads
Over the past couple of clinic days, I have had quite a few parents ask me when they should take their bumper pads off their baby’s crib. My immediate reply? Now. Honestly, I had no idea that bumper pads were still so widely used. I know they sell them as part of adorable crib bedding…
Searching For The Pot of Gold
As most moms know, finding sleep with a newborn in the house is like searching for a pot of gold…ever elusive and yet the reward is what keeps us searching. Those of you who read my post, The Accidental Co-Sleeper, know that I did eventually find it, however, the path that finally led us there was…
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