Mommy Maven: Are Those Crazy Therapies Really That Crazy?
I love poring through a good gossip mag just as much as the next person, and occasionally find myself thinking about some odd celebrity tidbit long after I’ve finished up the latest installment of “Celebs: They’re Just Like Us!” For the last few weeks, I’ve been thinking about the recent report by Star Magazine that Angelina Jolie practices a bizarre form of therapy known as “primal scream therapy”.… Read the rest
Ten Things Grosser Than What Kate Middleton Did
Last week, I shared on Facebook and Twitter an article whose headline caught my eye: “Kate Middleton’s ‘Gross’ Parenting Move May Horrify Some Fans.” As I clicked, my mind was racing with possibilities…had Kate picked her son’s nose in public? Had an unfortunate diaper incident left her covered in poo that she failed to wipe off?… Read the rest
Paging Dr. Grunebaum: Birth Plan Do’s & Don’t’s
So, so many pregnant women come to me with very strong ideas about how they want the labor and delivery process to go, with birth plans running pages and pages long. While it’s perfectly lovely to put together your ideal labor plan, the actual reality often differs, either due to hospital policy or because things go slightly differently than planned. … Read the rest
Paging Chef Kate: Make Your Own Baby Food
I’ve been mulling over the idea of making my own baby food for Bridget when the time comes, but there are so many conflicting reports about how good it actually is for our little ones. And, in fact, if you are buying organic baby food there may not be much of a difference in terms of that. … Read the rest
Rosie to the Rescue!: Food Tasting Challenge
In case you missed it, here is a recent post from “Rosie to the Rescue”, my blog for Parents Magazine, where I give you my favorite trick for dealing with picky eaters. Don’t miss the rest of the “Rosie to the Rescue” posts, available here.… Read the rest
The Making of Rosie Pope Baby: Pucker Up!
The big day is finally here – the launch of Rosie Pope Baby! I am so incredibly proud of this line of clothes available in layette, baby and toddler for boys and girls as I’ve tried to put all of my design and parenting experience into each piece, so that every single item is both adorable and functional. … Read the rest
MASSIVE Announcement!
I have a huge, big, massive, ginormous announcement to make! I am launching the Rosie Pope Baby Collection in March (oh, yes, and also having another baby myself!).
For a long time now I have wanted to be able to provide more than maternity clothes and be with you as you continue on your journey into parenthood. … Read the rest
Amazon Moms: Registry Must-Haves
I recently announced my collaboration with Amazon, where I’m now a Guest Contributor! My tips for how to build the perfect baby registry, but you can get the full read here.
Registering is overwhelming for everyone. We are terrified that if we don’t choose the right gear, this might somehow reflect what type of parent we are going to be or impact future happiness of our children! … Read the rest
Amazon Moms: Picks to Keep Baby Entertained
I recently announced my collaboration with Amazon, where I”m now a Guest Contributor! My tips for how to keep kids entertained during the holiday season are below, but you can get the full read here.
You have to wonder how many of all these toys are to keep baby entertained and how many of them are to keep you entertained. … Read the rest