Nina Spears

4 days ago | baby-chick.com | Nina Spears

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | AudibleSleep is essential for us all and a cornerstone of childhood development. But what happens when your child isn’t sleeping as soundly as they should? And I’m not talking about nightmares or wetting the bed. I’m talking about snoring, mouth breathing, or restless nights. You might just think these are just quirks of growing up, but they could actually be signs of a bigger issue: sleep-disordered breathing.

5 days ago | baby-chick.com | Katie LeFevre |Nina Spears

School might be out for the summer, but learning can still be in. And it should be! While summer vacation is absolutely a time for fun and rejuvenation (okay, for the kids at least), it’s important for parents to be proactive in preventing the summer slide and bridging the gap between the end of one grade level and the start of the next. As a teacher-turned-mom preparing to return to the classroom in the fall, I’m here to tell you this doesn’t have to be as overwhelming as it might sound.

2 weeks ago | baby-chick.com | Nina Spears

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | AudibleNavigating maternity leave can be super confusing, and it often leaves expecting mothers feeling overwhelmed. You’re already juggling the demands of pregnancy, work, and planning for your baby. Now you have to plan for postpartum, too, and what life will really be like once your little one is here? You sure do! The problem is that many women assume their employer will guide the way. The truth?

1 month ago | baby-chick.com | Stefanie Miller |Nina Spears

Choosing a name for your baby is one of the most exciting—and meaningful—parts of parenthood. Many families look to popular baby names for inspiration, especially ones that have appeared among the most popular baby names of 2024 or are trending upward into 2025 baby names territory. For boys, chart-toppers like Liam, Noah, and Oliver remain strong, while favorites like Olivia and Charlotte continue to lead the way for girls. But name trends are always evolving.

1 month ago | baby-chick.com | Nina Spears

Spotify | Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | AudibleIf you’ve recently had a baby (or even if it’s been a while), chances are you’ve heard some version of the phrase “bounce back.” Maybe you’ve seen it on social media. Maybe it came from a well-meaning friend, family member, or even your own inner voice. And maybe, like so many moms, that phrase made you pause and wonder: What exactly am I bouncing back to?