Jami Yaeger
Parenting Specialist
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Co-authored Articles (11)
How to Use a Belly Bandit
Do abdominal binders help after C-sections? Can you wear them while you sleep? Your questions, answered For many new moms, wearing a Belly Bandit (or belly band) can help strengthen the mid-section in the postpartum peri...
Signs You’re Not Bonding With Your Baby (& What to Do About It)
How to feel more emotionally connected to your newborn Not every parent feels a connection to their newborn right away, and that’s nothing to be ashamed of! Building a kinship with your child is a long journey, not an ...
How to
Set Up a Pack 'N Play
A Pack ‘n Play is a convenient, portable piece of equipment that allows babies to play safely in most locations. While the packaging may seem intimidating, this item is simple to set up, use, and put away. To assemble,...
How to
Change an Extremely Dirty Diaper
Changing diapers is something you will just have to get used to if you have a baby. Some diapers are easy to change, but others are extremely messy. If you're changing an extremely dirty diaper, be sure to use the proper...
How to
Take Care of a Newborn
So you've brought home your little bundle of joy -- now what? Though taking care of your newborn can be one of the most special and rewarding experiences of your life, you may feel at a loss for what to do and will need ...
How to
Put a Newborn in a Car Seat
Securing a newborn in a car seat can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never done it before. It’s important to get the proper seat positioning and level of snugness in the straps to keep your newborn safe. Luckil...
How to
Pack for a Water Park
When you’re planning for a trip to the water park, the most important thing to do is familiarize yourself with its regulations ''before'' you start packing. Read the park’s rules on their website – such as those re...
How to
Train Baby Hair
Baby hair can range from almost non-existent to a full head of hair. Babies who have lots of hair may have sections that stand straight up or that fall into their eyes, while babies with long hair may end up with tangles...
How to
Clean a Baby's Belly Button
Cleaning your baby’s belly button can be easily managed at home. Depending on whether their umbilical cord has fallen off or not, the cleaning process is a little different. Babies with intact umbilical stumps can get ...
How to
Interact with Children
Whether you are babysitting, volunteering to watch a child or just want to play with a young person, you'll need to know how to interact with them. Exactly how you interact with a child will depend largely upon how old ...
How to
Prepare a Child for Their First Flight
If you’ve never flown with your child and they’re still too young to fully understand the process, you may be anxious about getting them ready for the air. Take a deep breath. Other parents have been through this and...
