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While welcoming a new baby into the family is wonderful, let's be honest, transitioning from one little one to two can feel like juggling flamed torches while riding a unicycle on a tight rope. While it's natural to feel overwhelmed, remember, you're not alone. Many parents grapple with the adjustment (I know I did), and that's perfectly okay. This transition is a beautiful journey, and with a little planning and self-compassion, you can navigate it with grace (and maybe a few milk + tear stains along the way). First things first, acknowledge that this transition is hard. It's okay to feel stretched thin, to miss those quiet moments with your firstborn, or even to cry in the shower (been there!). Exhaustion (and under eye bags) can at times feel like a permanent house guest. 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Step into a world where the wild and wicked collide! Hosted by the Philadelphia Zoo, Boo at the Zoo is Halloween- themed event where kids can wander through the zoo’s winding paths and meet friendly ghosts, fun loving witches, and adorable creatures. There’s a multitude of interactive exhibits and activities that will engage and entertain every member of the family. To add to the delight, the entire family can enjoy trick-or-treating among the animals dressed in their costumes. Continue the magic at Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown for more festive fun with live music, trick or treat nights, and so much more. Philadelphia Zoo Admission Adults $25 Children 2+ $20; Elmwood Park Admission Adult $21.95 Child $18.95. 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Johnson's Corner Farm also hosts special events like apple-picking festivals, live music, and seasonal markets. It's a place where cherished memories are made amid the vibrant colors of the season. Pricing varies based on activity https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/614d365e55082a6ccffaea79/2ffffd1f-e6aa-4b97-84f0-548ec50cda07/IMG_1693.PNG Blog - Not so scary Family Fun in and around Philly to Celebrate Spooky Season - Franklin Square Who doesn’t love mini golf? Glow-in-the-dark mini golf at Franklin Square takes on a spooky spin with fog, lights, music, and surprises. Adults $15 Children $12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/614d365e55082a6ccffaea79/8bfdfd9a-4b81-4aa9-9160-efd5aed78fa9/IMG_1694.jpg Blog - Not so scary Family Fun in and around Philly to Celebrate Spooky Season - Franklin Institute For families seeking a thrilling and educational adventure during the Halloween season, look no further than "Franklin Fright" at the renowned Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. This annual event, held throughout the month of October, promises a unique and spooktacular experience for all ages. The Franklin Institute, known for its dedication to science and innovation, transforms into a world of wonder and mystery during Franklin Fright. Featured programming includes trick or treating, haunted science shows, the franklin fright lab, and the electricity show. In addition to these scientific attractions, the Franklin Institute hosts a costume contest, ensuring that every visitor has the chance to show off their spooky or creative ensembles. 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In order to tackle this one we have to understand what happens to the mouth while a baby is nursing. In order to nurse effectively, a baby needs to be able to extend their tongue over the lower gum line. A baby, or toddler, who is actively nursing has a harder time biting because their tongue is covering their bottom teeth. If a toddler gets distracted while nursing and stops, hello teeth! Sometimes as teeth start coming in, toddlers can experience pain, and find it soothing to nurse often. This can lead to their teeth grazing sensitive parts of your nipple, causing pain. There is also an outlier for every scenario, some kids find biting funny. In order to over come this, there are a couple things that you can do. Try removing distractions, limiting large reactions or letting them know that this is the time to eat not to play if they do graze you. You can give infants items to help soothe their gums. Now is the time to return to the basics, pay attention to your positioning while nursing, ensure a nice deep, minimally painful latch and don’t forget your nipple care as well. Remember, like all humps in nursing, this is temporary and does not have to ruin or stop your nursing relationship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/614d365e55082a6ccffaea79/984a0de5-555a-40f4-88f7-6f6bbf1f6036/2F784A9C-120D-4AB2-AC6B-B229C95952F0.jpeg Blog - 3 Myths About Breastfeeding Toddlers - Myth #2 Toddlers can’t have breastmilk & solid foods Call me biased but I would consider breastmilk the ultimate ‘super food’! What other food changes its nutritional components and value as you grow. Talk about meeting you where you are! As babies grow into toddlers breastmilk continues to be a valuable part of their diet. Together with solid foods your toddler is able to achieve a well balanced diet. Many times we think that a child HAS to be switched to cows milk upon turning 1, this just isn’t the case. If it helps to restructure your brain (I know I needed to) think of breastmilk for a toddler as that milk intake switch we think has to happen (its not the same but I feel like it helps our brains process the value of breastmilk for toddlers). To dive deeper lets get scientific. Research shows that in the second year of life (12 months - 23 months) breastmilk provides: 29% of energy 43% of protein 36% of calcium 75% of vitamin A 76% of folate 94% of Vitamin B12 60% of Vitamin C So you see breastmilk still packs quite the nutritional punch in the second year of life! Solid foods are very important nutritionally and socially for toddlers but, dont sleep on breastmilk. 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Now based on personality some kiddos might need more of this than others. It’s not nursing per-say but the child. Some kids will also find other objects that they find comfort in. I don’t care how old you are, you have attachments. Let’s give these kids a break. Ok now research… A child who breastfeeds until they self wean (usually 2-4 years … lol stop rolling your eyes) is generally more independent and more secure in their independence as they have received that comfort and security at the breast. Like readiness for potty training, it’s something that children will move on from eventually. Now the caveat is that there is another person in this nursing relationship and that’s YOU! 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