My 1st Steps

Your complete guide to parenting

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Welcome to My 1st Steps, where we guide you through the incredible journey of parenthood. From choosing the right products to offering tips and advice, we’re here to support you every step of the way as you navigate life with your little one.

xoxo Nikki

Mindfulness Techniques for New Moms: Staying Present Amidst the Chaos
Postpartum

Mindfulness Techniques for New Moms: Staying Present Amidst the Chaos

Hey mama! Take a deep breath—yes, right now. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and wondering how you’re going to make it through another day of motherhood, you’re absolutely not alone. I remember sitting on my couch one night, baby monitor crackling beside me, hair unwashed, cold coffee in hand, thinking, “How do I stay sane…

Oh Crap! Potty Training Review: Jamie Glowacki’s Ultimate Guide to Potty Success
Potty Training

Oh Crap! Potty Training Review: Jamie Glowacki’s Ultimate Guide to Potty Success

Oh Crap! Potty Training: Winning the Potty Training Battle Picture this: Me, bleary-eyed, surrounded by wet wipes, sticker charts, and enough stuffed animal bribes to start a small toy store. Potty training was my ultimate parenting challenge. Then came Jamie Glowacki’s “Oh Crap! Potty Training” – a book that promised to be my secret weapon…

Sibling Jealousy: Helping Your Child Adjust When a New Baby Arrives
Parenting Tips

Sibling Jealousy: Helping Your Child Adjust When a New Baby Arrives

I remember the day my oldest son peeked into his baby brother’s crib, his face a mix of wonder and uncertainty. “Can we send him back?” he whispered, only half-joking. That moment perfectly captured the complex emotions that come with welcoming a new sibling – a beautiful yet challenging transition that nearly every growing family…

The Dolphin Dentist: A Fun Read for Fearful Kids
Education & Learning

The Dolphin Dentist: A Fun Read for Fearful Kids

As a parent who’s witnessed countless dental drama moments, finding “The Dolphin Dentist – No Sharks Allowed” by Cheryl Daveiga felt like discovering a hidden treasure at the bottom of the ocean. Just last month, my own little one transformed from a trembling tot to a curious explorer of all things dental, thanks in part…

Woman Wearing Pink Top
Potty Training

Top 9 Signs Your Toddler is Ready for Potty Training

As a parent who’s been through the potty training journey (more than once!), I know exactly how you’re feeling right now. You’re probably wondering: “Is my little one ready for potty training?” Take a deep breath – we’re in this together, and I’m here to help you recognize when the time is right. Potty training…

Mother with his Children Eating
Health & Nutrition

9 Quick and Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Kids

As a parent who’s navigated countless hectic mornings, I know the daily challenge of getting a healthy breakfast into our little ones before they dash off to school. Just last week, my 6-year-old son declared his usual oatmeal “too boring,” leaving me scrambling for a backup plan. Sound familiar? Don’t worry – we’re in this…