Jennifer Power’s Blog
Ways Moms Can Support Their Mental Health This Winter
Winter, with its short days and cold temperatures, can be challenging. For mothers, the demands of the season — from holiday preparations to managing indoor-bound children — can exacerbate stress and sometimes lead to seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Along with...
C-Section Recovery Tips
Cesarean sections, commonly called C-sections, are surgical procedures used to deliver babies when vaginal birth is not possible or safe. Despite being a common practice, a C-section is a major abdominal surgery and requires significant recovery time and care. The...
What Is a Birth Plan and Why Do You Need One?
A birth plan communicates wishes and expectations for childbirth with your healthcare provider. It addresses your preferences on pain management, labor preferences, and postpartum care. While it's not a binding contract, a well-thought-out birth plan can foster a...
Family-Friendly Shows to Watch With Your Children
In today’s vast digital landscape, finding content that is both enjoyable and suitable for the entire family is a challenge. Thankfully, numerous TV shows cater to family audiences, intertwining education with entertainment. These series create an opportunity for...
How to Talk Politics With Your Children
Children are exposed to political news, discussions, and debates in today's interconnected world more than ever before. From dinner table conversations to social media, politics is an unavoidable topic. As such, guiding our children to navigate the intricate landscape...
Considering Homeschooling? Here’s What You Need to Know
Homeschooling has become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional education, offering parents the flexibility to customize their children's learning experiences. The decision to homeschool is a significant one that requires careful consideration and...
Tips for Managing a Busy Family Schedule
Managing a busy family schedule can often feel like a juggling act, with multiple commitments and activities pulling everyone in different directions. From work and school to extracurricular activities and social events, finding a balance that allows for quality...
The Biggest Nursery Trends Right Now
Designing and creating a nursery for your little one is an exciting and special endeavor. It's a space where your baby will spend significant time, so it's only natural to want it to be comfortable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing. If you're looking for some...
Navigating Drinking While Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and essential bonding experience between a mother and her child. It provides numerous benefits to both the baby and the mother, ensuring optimal nutrition and immune support for the infant while promoting postpartum recovery and emotional...
How to Eliminate Comparison as a Parent
Parenthood is a journey filled with joy, love, and countless challenges. Falling into a comparison trap is natural, leading to feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, and unnecessary stress. Recognize the Illusion The first thing to note is that images and stories we see...