Older Babies and Toddlers

Helpful Tips from your Postpartum Experts

As your baby becomes a walker, talker, little explorer, the rules shift—and fast. This section is your go-to for evidence-based tips on the early years: how to support growth, set safe boundaries, nurture communication, manage transitions, and respond to common challenges like feeding, sleep, and behavior. You’ll find reliable, research-rooted ideas to help you understand what’s happening—and guide your child—and family—forward with intention.

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Bottle Feeding Refusal [My baby is refusing their bottle]

Has your baby been taking a bottle like a champ and then suddenly feeding them feels like a huge struggle? Bottle feeding refusal is frustrating; We are here to help! Is your baby breastfeeding and refusing to try a bottle? Check that out here. While a baby that has been...
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Baby Teething and Drool: Everything You Need to Know

Both teething and drooling are normal baby milestones, but both can cause confusion for parents. You may be wondering - when do babies start teething? What are the signs and symptoms of teething? Why do babies drool? In this blog post, we'll lay out what to expect with teething and...
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How to Keep Your Baby Warm in a Stroller in NYC

Are you having a baby in New York City this winter? [How about Chicago, Portland or Boston?] New York City winters can be beautiful...but sometimes also brutal; especially when it comes to keeping your baby warm in a stroller during outdoor walks. Keeping your baby warm in any cold climate...
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Sleep Tips for Traveling with a Baby

Are you planning to travel with your baby? Traveling with a baby can feel overwhelming, particularly when it comes to sleep. A lot of parents wonder how their baby will sleep while away from home. Don’t stress! It’s totally possible for your baby to sleep well while traveling. Read on...
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5 Tips for a Diaper Changing Battle

Babies are always throwing us curveballs. Right when we think we’ve reached a smooth patch, they hit a new developmental milestone. One of the most common first ways that babies begin to assert their will is through fighting diaper changes. This often happens when your baby first becomes mobile. They’ve...
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The Link Between Baby Playtime and Naptime

Parents know that newborns spend a LOT of time eating and sleeping. In the early days, parents dutifully record baby’s pees and poops, spend weeks getting the hang of breastfeeding or bottle feeding, and try to squeeze in as much sleep as possible. But when the haze of the newborn...
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Daylight Savings Time Sleep Survival Strategies

Oh, Daylight Savings Time. When the clocks get turned back your baby will hopefully be sleeping right through it. But when the sun rises on Sunday morning, those blissful pre-baby days of sleeping in an extra hour are now behind you. However, sleep deprivation isn’t a given, either. Read on...
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Bottle Feeding Your Baby 101

When researching everything you need to know about bottle feeding your baby, the topic can feel overwhelming. From which bottles to use, to breastmilk and formula storage, to how to clean your bottles - the seemingly simple act of bottle feeding your baby can bring up lots of questions. Don’t...
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My Baby Is Climbing Out Of The Crib

HELP! "My baby is climbing out of the crib!" I’ve had three parents reach out to me with this issue this month! And when that happens...that means it’s time for a blog! If your child is younger than 3 then they *may* not emotionally or developmentally ready to be out...
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Lovevery Play Gym and Play Kits Review

First off I would like to say that we don’t do sponsored posts, we don’t do paid advertisements, and we don’t accept collaborations with brands that we don’t 100% love. This lovevery play gym and play kits review is completely authentic. When any expecting/new parent asks me what I recommend...
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Since 2016, Well Supported Family has provided newborn care to thousands of families. Our team of certified Postpartum Doulas and Newborn Care Specialists offer daytime, overnight, and 24/7 in-home support across 12 U.S. states. Whether you're recovering from birth, establishing feeding routines, or just trying to get more sleep, we're here to help—one family at a time.

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