Katie Gagnon
Katie Gagnon is a public relations consultant and freelance writer from South Jersey. She founded Kathleen English Communications, LLC in 2009 in Philadelphia. A frequent flier and avid traveler, her favorite place in the world is the beach in Longport, NJ. She lives in New Jersey with her husband and son.
September 19, 2017
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Time to wean: why I’m happy (and sad) to stop nursing my 1-year old baby
There are so many things I love about breastfeeding my son: his little body curled up on mine, his hands touching my face, our shared contentment. I cherish these moments. And I am sad that this special time is coming to an end.September 5, 2017
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The final countdown: 5 ways to pass the time when you’re waiting for your baby
If you are near or past your due date, take heart: your baby will soon be in your arms! Try to enjoy the last moments of your pregnancy and give yourself a little “me time” in the meantime.August 22, 2017
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Stranger danger: Helping babies overcome social anxiety
Every stage of your child’s life is special and wonderful, but also full of new experiences and sometimes difficult transitions. If your baby is going through stranger anxiety try these tips and talk to your pediatrician.August 8, 2017
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Mom shaming: Six in 10 mothers have experienced this. But why?
When we are trying our best, listening to our doctor’s advice and giving our all to our children, any kind of negative feedback can really sting. However, sometimes it feels like people are going to find fault with whatever you are doing.July 25, 2017
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Raising a kind, confident boy who pursues his dreams
Boys in America are told to be tough, strong and are discouraged from displaying emotions or participating in activities that are traditionally considered feminine. This puts limits on our sons.July 18, 2017
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Language dance: The importance of talking to your young child
It is never too early to begin talking to your baby. Start when they are in utero! Keep chatting when they are a newborn and converse with them throughout their lives. Both parent and child will benefit from the language dance.July 11, 2017
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Smartphones and babies: Why you should keep your little one away from your phone
When Killian was still very young, he started reaching for my iPhone. I asked my husband one day, “Why is he obsessed with our phones?” He replied, “Because we are.” That was the moment when I knew we needed to unplug and keep our phones away from our son.July 5, 2017
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The tragedy of dry and secondary drowning
Until last month I had never heard about dry and secondary drowning. As a parent who has been actively seeking to educate myself on water safety for my family, I was alarmed to learn about the tragic consequences that can occur long after a water submersion injury or event.June 27, 2017
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Do young children belong in restaurants?
Before I became a parent, I did not understand why people would take babies to fancy restaurants. Some places just aren’t right for babies!June 20, 2017
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Baby on board: Is it a good idea to take a young child on a long flight?
We have all seen (and heard) babies on planes. But is it a good idea to fly with a young child? And if so, what is the right age for that first pair of wings?
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