Edmund Palacios, Author at Kate's Motherly Journey

Updated on: August 19, 2023April 15, 2023Mom Life

Gifts For a New Mom in the Hospital

A successful delivery marks a brand new chapter for the couple. Thanks to the efforts of the mother, the whole clan can enjoy the newly added member.
However, it is important not to overlook the accomplishment. The best you can do is to offer gifts while she is still in the hospital. If you have no idea what to give her, here are some proven-and-tested ideas:
Flowers
Obviously, women like flowers unless they are allergic to them. Flowers symbolize acknowledging the presence of the female half. Sometimes, female friends can give the new mom flowers too. There is something about the beauty of flowers that just makes …

Updated on: August 19, 2023April 1, 2023Parenting

Peaceful Parenting Helps Parents And Kids

Discipline can be such a vague word when it comes to parenting. Oftentimes, it is being used to justify actions that can be deemed abusive. On the other hand, tolerating parents applies none of it at all in fear of being judged.
Either of those situations is unfavorable for the child, and they can suffer from it in the long run.
It is better to exercise discipline if peaceful parenting is implemented. Peaceful parenting is simply responsible parenting with a calmer voice, a more open mind, and a stronger heart. It can be tough for many parents who have not experienced such parenting during their childhood.
That is why …

Updated on: May 28, 2023March 18, 2023Parenting

Sleep Tips for Newborn Baby

The joy of having a newborn baby is unfathomable. But along with that newfound happiness are many challenges that accompany it. One of those challenges is putting your baby to sleep. Newborns need a lot of it since their bodily functions are still limited.
As a mother, you’ll need guidance on how to do things right. However, what may work for one baby may not work for yours. Instead of specific methods, what you need are sleeping tips. Here are 10 of them that you can try on your baby:

Realize what’s the best method, position, or situation for your baby.
Ease up during the first 3 months. Do not worry much …

Updated on: May 28, 2023March 16, 2023Parenting

10 Habits to Strengthen Your Relationship With Your Child Each Day

Babies can grow fast and before you know it, you may be missing a lot. If you fail to connect more with your children while they are still very young, it might have repercussions in their later years.
Whenever possible, strengthen your relationship with them every day. Here are 10 habits that you can apply:

Be physically in touch – One effective method is hugging. Aim for at least 12 hugs with your child, daily.
Play with them – Make use of funny gestures that your child finds adorable or you can just join in smoothly while your child is playing.
Interact …

Updated on: May 28, 2023March 10, 2023Pregnancy

Pregnancy Safe Sleep Aids

During pregnancy, a woman can experience many sorts of problems. One very common issue is sleep. She can be getting difficulty falling asleep while lying in bed, waking up suddenly in the middle of the night, or experiencing restlessness. In order to resolve that, here are some safe sleep aids that every pregnant woman should try:
Problem: Difficulty in getting asleep fast
Solution: Reduce screen time at least 30 minutes before bedtime
Gadgets like smartphones emit blue light that can block melatonin. If your melatonin level is low, this will make you unable to sleep fast.
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Updated on: May 28, 2023March 5, 2023Pregnancy

Postpartum Advice for New Moms From OB-GYN

Postpartum is the stage where the challenges of motherhood start. Your body is just beginning to revert to normal while you adjust to having someone whose life totally depends on you. It is normal to be confused or feel that you are unprepared.
That is why consulting your OB-GYN can definitely help you ease your worries. Here are 3 best pieces of advice coming from most experts in OB-GYN for new mothers about postpartum:
Create a postpartum plan
The best time to create your postpartum plan is during your third trimester. What do you need to plan for? Everything, from supplies to the people you need for assistance and…

Updated on: May 28, 2023February 21, 2023Pregnancy

Are Ab Workouts Safe During Pregnancy

You might have heard a lot of people discouraging ab workouts while pregnant. Many worry that it might do some damage. Medically speaking, there can be a risk of ‘diastasis recti’ or the separation of the abdominal wall. However, not all ab workouts are for the sake of pursuing 6-pack muscles, which is completely irrelevant during pregnancy.
Most doctors recommend core strengthening exercises, which are generally ab workouts. Having a strong core can improve the balance of pregnant women and prevent poor posture. If you want to try safe exercises that have a much lesser risk of coning, here are 4 of them that you can try:
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Updated on: May 28, 2023January 5, 2023Pregnancy

Pregnancy Announcement After Loss

Most cultures have their own superstitions during pregnancy. A very common one is to announce the pregnancy publicly only when passed the first trimester. Many believed that announcing earlier might “jinx” the pregnancy in a few ways. I personally have doubts but since I’m part of that culture, I adopted it.
I did make my pregnancy public after 12 weeks. It was a rough journey even though I’m not a first-time mother, but I made it to the last trimester. With just a few weeks before the due date, I suddenly felt something. After a medical check-up, I received the news that broke my heart into a million pieces: my unborn child…