Cool Mom Eats: Down-to-earth recipes + help that make parenting easier (2024)

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If you live in the United States, I can't imagine that you haven't heard that a once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024. And if are anything like me, you can barely find time to get your hands on solar eclipse glasses let alone play some...

Cool Mom Eats: Down-to-earth recipes + help that make parenting easier (2024)

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What food should I bring to family with new baby? ›

Consider bringing something besides dinner. Things like muffins, banana bread, fresh fruit/veggies, ingredients to make a quick sandwich, granola bars – or really anything they can eat with one hand. When I had my first baby, I had a friend bring things like this and it was life changing!

What do new moms want most? ›

Gifts for moms, on the other hand, are purely for her benefit. Like a fresh meal so she doesn't have to cook, childcare services, or a self-care gift to help her relax. Think new silk pillowcases to help her get the most of her limited sleep and comfy pajamas (since she'll be living in them).

What are the best freezable meals for new moms? ›

Freezer Meal Dinners and Lunches for Newly Postpartum Families:
  • Tuscan Chicken Pasta from Diary of a Fit Mommy:
  • Healthy Baked Turkey Ziti Turkey from The Clean Eating Couple:
  • Chicken Zucchini Rice Bake from Half Baked Harvest:
  • Roasted Vegetable Stuffed Shells by Two Peas and Their Pod:
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How much money do you need for a new baby? ›

For newborns, the cost is higher. Some studies show numbers ranging from $20,000 to $50,000 for the child's first year of life, depending on location and household income. Beyond the general items, like a stroller, crib, or car seat, here are some estimates of what you can expect to shell out in your baby's first year.

What do you buy parents of newborns? ›

Our top 10 new parent gift recommendations:
  • Rockit Rocker.
  • Love To Dream Swaddle Up Warm.
  • Rockit Wooshh.
  • Fred Home Safety Starter Pack.
  • Izmi Baby Wrap.
  • Rockit Zed.
  • Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer Advanced.
  • Crane Drop 2.0 4-in-1 Humidifier With Sound Machine.
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When should I introduce my baby to family food? ›

Both the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Infant Feeding Guidelines (2012) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) Exclusive Breastfeeding Statement (2011) recommend introducing solid foods at around 6 months. There are no benefits to starting solids foods before around 6 months.

How should we celebrate a new baby in the family? ›

Hold a formal naming ceremony or religious ceremony

Depending on your preferences, a naming ceremony or religious ceremony is also a great way to celebrate your baby's arrival. Many families choose to formally welcome their new baby to the family by hosting a celebration like this.

What to do for family with new baby? ›

What You Can Do for New Parents in Five Minutes or Less
  1. Check in on them. ...
  2. Tell them they're doing a great job. ...
  3. Respect their wishes. ...
  4. Resist telling them how to do things. ...
  5. Be ready to jump in at a moment's notice. ...
  6. Keep an eye out for their mental health. ...
  7. Send food. ...
  8. Send book/television/movie/podcast suggestions.
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