Parent Savers: Empowering New Parents

For most couples, marital satisfaction plummets after couples bring home a baby. Sleepless nights and fights over whose turn it is to change diapers can leach the fun out of a relationship. The absence of downtime and the inability to remember niceties causes unforeseen stress and negative feelings. What are the most common ways children impact our marriages? And how can we lessen the impact of all this child chaos and the effect it has on our relationship with our spouse? Today we’re discussing the secrets to successfully navigating these stormy waters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like it or not, technology is part of our everyday lives, which means our kids are exposed to it too. Is this really a bad thing? If done in moderation, can these electronic games, toys and tablets actually make our kids smarter? Today we'll break down common fears many parents face and we'll look at new research that suggests this type of learning is more helpful than harmful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your baby is sleeping through the night at six months old, consider yourself very lucky. Most parents at this age are still trying to reduce the number of wakings and perhaps even using sleep training to get results. What does a "normal" sleep pattern look like for a 6-12-month-old? What do babies typically need to help them sleep better? Plus, how does dreaming factor into the equation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know you can heal bug bites with tea tree, or cure cuts with lavender? Today we'll explore the various ways essential oils can help parents in their everyday lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your baby is now a toddler and suddenly nothing in your home is sacred. No shelf, cabinet or drawer is unexplored. So, how do you keep your kid safe and keep what little sanity you still have? What are the most important items to baby-proof in your home? Are there certain items that can't be secured? Plus, how do you baby-proof outside your home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices