Why Won’t My Baby Sleep? What Every Exhausted Mom Needs to Know

It’s 2 AM. Again. You’re rocking, bouncing, shushing—doing everything the books and Instagram experts told you would work. But your baby still won’t sleep. If you’re feeling frustrated, exhausted, and maybe even questioning whether you’re doing something wrong, you’re...

Parenthood & Partnership: Gottman’s Secrets to Keeping Love Strong

The transition to parenthood is one of life’s most profound shifts, filled with both joy and challenges. As couples embrace this new phase, maintaining a strong relationship becomes essential—not just for the couple, but for the well-being of the baby. Gottman Family...

What to Look For in a Pediatrician

Choosing the right pediatrician for your growing family is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. This healthcare provider will not only be responsible for your child’s medical care but will also serve as a trusted advisor throughout your...

The Ultimate Sleep Game Plan: How Parents and Babies Can Sync Their Sleep Cycles

Bringing home a newborn is a beautiful but exhausting experience. Between unpredictable sleep patterns, frequent feedings, and late-night soothing sessions, new parents often find themselves running on empty. While sleep deprivation is a well-known part of early...

How Couple’s Therapy Can Support Your Relationship During the Transition to Parenthood

The transition to parenthood can be both exciting and overwhelming for couples. Pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period bring a whirlwind of changes that can challenge even the strongest relationships. From shifting roles and responsibilities to sleepless nights...

Rekindling Connection & Intimacy After Baby

Welcoming a baby into your life is one of the most transformative experiences, bringing immense joy but also significant challenges. It’s no surprise that postpartum intimacy, both emotional and physical, often takes a backseat as you adjust to this new chapter. Let’s...

Finding Childcare

Many of you know that I’ve recently struggled trying to find the right childcare solution for my boys. Returning to work and finding the right care for our children is such a...

Swim Date at Waterworks Aquatics!

Waterworks Aquatics has graciously offered Moms of OC Mommy and Me a free swim and water safety class, in a group setting that will also highlight the benefits of infant...

Dailey Baby!

The Dailey Method Newport Mesa is home to OC Mommy and Me and it just got better for OC moms! If you've been looking for a class to bring your baby to, look no further. Owner...

Balancing Marriage with Motherhood

After having my first son Jack, I never thought our marriage would get better with my husband, Eric. That disconnect in our relationship after Jack was born was one of my biggest...

The Facebook Façade

I saw a friend over the weekend that I hadn’t seen in years.  Her first baby is 10 months old and when we started catching up she asked, “Why doesn’t anyone tell you how hard...

It Finally Happened…

When my oldest was born, he was given a stuffed monkey who at one year old he named Titi (because he couldn’t say monkey).  Titi became a part of our family and Jack’s best...

Never Say Never and Nothing is Forever!

I always knew I was meant to be a mom.  Even through the toughest moments of having a newborn, I still enjoyed every minute of it!  That’s not to say it wasn’t the hardest, most...

Welcome to my blog!

I am ecstatic this first entry is finally coming to fruition. Starting a blog has been something I have wanted to do since I started OC Mommy and Me over 18 months ago. Over 200...