Marley & Moo™ Maternity loves preparing moms for the journey to motherhood. But this one is for all of the dads out there! That’s right — I’m a dad myself and I wanted to take a few moments to let you in on some essentials you’re going to want in that hospital bag, both for you and your partner because you should be thinking of these things too. Let’s get started.

Becoming a parent can completely turn your life upside down. Many of these changes are beautiful moments that you will cherish forever but one that is not so enjoyable is sleep deprivation. Whether it is a baby that takes a long time to fall asleep at night and wakes up frequently or a baby who only takes short naps on you, the results are the same: an exhausted parent desperate for relief.

For many women, becoming pregnant ushers in a period of health-consciousness unlike any they’ve ever experienced. Knowing we’re nurturing new life inside of us inspires us to nurture ourselves in new ways, particularly when it comes to diet and nutrition.

As the coronavirus pandemic rages on, your kids may be returning to online classrooms when the new school year kicks off. Whatever back-to-school will look like in the fall, supporting learning at home can be immensely valuable. Children whose parents are involved in their education are more likely to succeed academically! There are several ways for parents to encourage learning at home, from planning fun science experiments to setting up online educational activities. Keep reading to learn more!

There’s no question that life is easing back to normal as restrictions lift. However, this doesn’t mean that we should all throw caution to the wind just yet. After all, the novel coronavirus is still very much at large, which means that there’s still a good chance that your kids will be exposed to the threat when they return to school. Here are some of the best things you can do to protect your family.