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Victoria T. Ferrara

10 Hilarious Tips for New Parents | Surrogacy & Parenting Humor20 July 2026 · Updated 17 July 2026

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“Accept support when it’s offered, and don’t be afraid to ask for it when it’s not. Parenting was never meant to be done alone—and you don’t have to prove anything.”
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Gemma Wilcock

Gemma Wilcock

Advice for New Parents: 16 Tips for First Time Parents | Mumsnet28 July 2020 · Updated 6 August 2025

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“So, to help you navigate the new-parent minefield, we’ve compiled a handy list of tips for new mums and dads.”
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Amy Morrison

Amy Morrison

32 Pieces of Real Advice for First-Time Parents from Experienced Moms - Pregnant Chicken23 September 2020 · Updated 19 August 2026

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“The common thread in all this wisdom? Lower your expectations, trust yourself, ask for help, and know that the hardest parts are temporary.”
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Krystal Blackman-Navarrete

Krystal Blackman-Navarrete

40 Survival Tips For New Parents | Newton Baby10 March 2023 · Updated 24 January 2025

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“When you get overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to ask someone for help. More than likely, you’ve already had people offer to help. Take them up on their offer!”
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Lucy Toseland-Bolton

Lucy Toseland-Bolton

15 pieces of advice every new parent needs to hear15 October 2017 · Updated 8 June 2023

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“My advice would be - if you're going to formula feed get a Perfect Prep! It's a life saver.”
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Dr. Harvey Karp

Dr. Harvey Karp

Advice for First Time Parents27 November 2019

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“Get as much sleep as possible (maybe my best advice for new parents). If parenting is a big balloon of joy, exhaustion is the pin that pops it!”
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Jenna Morton

Jenna Morton

Top Five Tips for New Parents - Pickle Planet Moncton2 May 2016 · Updated 28 September 2023

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“Here are my top five tips for making those early weeks run a little more smoothly.”
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Wayne Stiles

Wayne Stiles

How to Give Your Child Back to God20 August 2018

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“In surrendering a child to God’s purposes, the humble parent bows not in an admission of defeat but, like Hannah, in an act of worship.”
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Kelly Nolan

Kelly Nolan

Career or Kids: When to stay, leave, or scale down your career for kids – at least for now12 August 2021

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“Everyone is so different, so there’s no right answer. But I would have loved to hear from another attorney that alternative paths are possible without losing yourself to motherhood, which is why I thought I should respond to your call for advice.”
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Nicolae Toderici

Returning to Work After Maternity Leave – Moms on Call3 March 2023

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“Accept your new superpowers! I’m unsure of the medical term for this, but did you know that you automatically get new superpowers when you have a baby? As parents, we become very adept at resourcefulness and efficiency.”
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Carolyn Curtis-Mahoney

Top Ten Tips for New Parents | William James CollegeUpdated 3 April 2024

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“Expect stress. Becoming a parent is a major life transition. All transitions, no matter how eagerly anticipated, are accompanied by some degree of stress. And despite our best preparations, we may have to adjust our plans as we go along.”
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Kerry Secker

Split nights in babies and toddlers — Care It Out31 October 2023

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“I really hope this gives you something to think about and try - drop me a message to let me know how you got on!”
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Sarah Granger

First-Time Parent Tips: Do’s and Don’ts - Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine28 December 2023 · Updated 22 December 2023

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“To guide you as you find your way down this path, I present you with my list of the do’s and don’ts of parenthood.”
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Domino Kirke-Badgley

How to Prepare for Labor: A Doula's Guide to Getting Your Body and Min10 March 2026

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“The goal isn't to control every detail. It's to walk into your birth feeling informed, supported, and confident in your ability to handle whatever comes.”
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Christi Peabody

Top 10 Tips and Advice For New Parents17 January 2025

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“Trusting your instincts allows you to understand these signals better and respond in a way that meets your baby’s needs.”
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Maggie Fisher

Self-care for new mums: Taking care of yourself when you’re taking care of your newborn26 August 2026

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“You might have these expectations of how you’re going to be but you have to be realistic,” says Maggie Fisher, a specialist health visitor and Professional Development Officer at the Institute of Health Visiting.”
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Kat Hodgins

Newborn Sleep and Feeding Schedule [Ultimate Guide] | Nest Designs9 October 2024

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“Adjusting to your newborn's sleep and feeding rhythms can feel overwhelming, but remember you know your baby best. Being flexible and understanding your newborn's sleep and nourishment needs, you create a loving environment for their growth and development.”
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Dr. Neil Izenberg

9 Steps to More Effective Parenting

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“Raising kids is one of the toughest and most fulfilling jobs in the world — and the one for which you might feel the least prepared. These 9 child-rearing tips can help you feel more fulfilled as a parent.”
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Saim Latif

Parenting Tips and Advice For New Parents - Babyfair Ltd6 August 2023 · Updated 22 August 2023

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“Don't forget to take care of yourself in the midst of the wonderful chaos that is parenthood. Set aside time to relax, whether by reading a book, engaging in mindfulness exercises, or engaging in a hobby.”
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Andrea Abenoza-Filardi

Amazing Advice For First Time Parents From Experienced Moms and Dads — Holistically Loved6 December 2016 · Updated 14 October 2025

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“Trust your instincts and don't blink! Take them to church. Co sleep or bedshare. Spend as much time with baby as possible. Make videos. Enjoy family time. Build memories to last a lifetime. Enjoy they grow up too fast.”
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Jennifer Taylor

5 Parenting Tips Every New Parent Needs to KnowSep 22, 2023

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“Get started on the right foot by following the five safety tips outlined below.”
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Michele Antunes RN

Advice for new parents26 February 2021 · Updated 25 February 2021

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“Trust your instincts and do what works for you. Nobody knows you and your baby better than you. What works for someone else may not work for you.”
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Linda Hoang

10 Pieces of Advice for New Parents from New ParentsOct 22, 2023

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“If you need to supplement feeding baby with formula, do it. If you need to switch to only formula, do it. If you don’t need any formula at all, that’s great too, do you!”
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Natalie Cook

Best Advice for New Parents: 9 Tips To Remember15 April 2022 · Updated 23 June 2026

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“These are the pieces of advice that helped me most in new parenthood, and I hope they bring you comfort too. There is no perfect way to do this, and your baby does not need a perfect parent. They need you: present, loving, and trying your best.”
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Allison Ford

Getting Back to Work After Parental Leave - The Headhunters9 August 2018

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“Gaps do need to be addressed, and it’s becoming more and more acceptable for people to put right on their resumé, ‘During this time, I stayed home with my young family.’ Just call it what it is.”
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Sonnie

How to Dress Baby at Night | Happy Parents. Happy Baby.18 February 2021

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“The key is to check your baby regularly and like everything else with parenting, listen to your intuition.”
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Lauren Weber

Best advice for new moms with babies4 March 2020 · Updated 24 February 2024

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“Follow your instincts and listen to your heart. A mother’s intuition is incredible. Always, always trust yourself. You are the best possible mother in the entire world for your baby.”
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Jenny Rosenstrach

Advice For New Parents (P.S. You're Doing a Great Job) | Cup of Jo1 July 2019 · Updated 11 April 2022

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“Just had my second boy two weeks ago. My biggest piece of advice is to listen to your gut. You know that baby better than anyone so listen to yourself and if you truly don’t know then reach out to another mom.”
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Brenna Miles

10 Powerful Bible Verses for Parents — Compassion Blog6 January 2026

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“Remember, your kiddos are only small for a little while. Enjoy the gifts God has blessed you with by focusing on today. Tomorrow will worry about itself.”
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Coda Derrig, PhD

The 4 Parenting Styles and How They Affect Kids

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“Generally speaking, we want parents to mainly strive toward an authoritative style,” Dr. Derrig recommends. “Using this type of parenting as your guide allows parents to manage most situations effectively.”
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Dr. Laura Markham

Peaceful Parent Happy Kids

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“Your baby's nervous system is immature and easily overwhelmed. By staying close and responsive, you help them co-regulate. This isn’t spoiling—it’s secure attachment, the #1 predictor of emotional well-being.”
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Debbie Godfrey

Positive Parenting - Positive Parenting10 November 2021

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“It is important for parents to educate themselves on the best way to discipline their child without breaking their spirit. Or letting them run amuk. This philosophy beautifully combines these two ideas, kindness and firmness, into a discipline style that works.”
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