Nikki Hurst
OTD, OTRLNikki Hurst, OTD, OTRL, is passionate a child development expert with the highest credentials from USC and many years of hands-on practice supporting neurodivergent children in achieving their goals and aspirations.
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Pregnancy
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Third Trimester of Pregnancy Checklist
From finalizing a birth plan to taking maternity photos, here's what to prepare during the third trimester so you're ready for the big day.
The 25 Best Foods To Eat While Pregnant
Discover 25 foods to include in your diet during pregnancy (and why they're beneficial), then learn which foods to avoid while pregnant.
Most Popular Baby Names by State
From Alabama to Wyoming, here are the most popular baby names in each state of the United States, including the top 10 boy and girl names.
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Birth
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7 Things NOT to Do During Labor
7 tips on what expecting moms should NOT do during labor so you can really avoid some unnecessary labor interventions and outcomes.
6 Tips on What To Do in Transition Labor
To help you through this phase and get you to pushing, I've listed six tips for what to do in transition labor. Review some common questions.
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Postpartum
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15 Things You Should Do for a New Mom
Having helped hundreds of new moms, here's my list of the best things you can do for a new mom and her family.
Postpartum Essentials for Mom and Baby
Having helped hundreds of moms recover after their birth as a postpartum doula, these are my postpartum essentials for mom and baby!
A Week-By-Week Guide to C-Section Recovery
Here's a week-by-week guide to C-section recovery to help you better take care of yourself and support your tissues in their healing.
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Parenting
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- New Moms
- Newborns (0 - 2 months)
- Babies (3 - 11 months)
- Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
- Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
- School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)
- Teens (13 - 17 years)
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- Fatherhood
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75 Calming Strategies and Techniques for Kids
A psychologist shares the best calming strategies and techniques for kids to use when they are upset and having big feelings.
When Do Babies Start Laughing?
Discover when you might hear your baby's first giggles, when to be concerned about a baby not laughing yet, and ways to help make them laugh.
Teaching vs. Telling: The Parenting Hack To Reduce Frustration
Learn the difference between teaching and telling children about rule and how to help them understand the consequences of their actions.
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Lifestyle
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What to Watch in November for Kids and Adults
We've got a list of movies and TV shows to help you and your children decide what to watch this month.
60 Fall Activities For Kids That Everyone Can Enjoy
Find adventure on our list of fun fall activities for kids – or the whole family – from biking and hiking to camping and leaf-pressing.
86 Family Movies To Watch With Kids (With Streaming Options)
Check out these fun movies to watch with the entire family, including comedies, dramas, musicals, cartoons, and more.
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