Going Back to Work? Here’s How to Make the Breast to Bottle Transition Easier

Insights and lessons

Kids playing indoors during wintertime with a cozy fire in the background.

March 1, 2026

Surviving Winter With Toddlers: Fun Indoor Activities for Young Children (Not Yet School-Age)

Winter with toddlers and young children can feel endless. When it’s too cold to play outside and everyone has energy to burn, days can quickly turn into long afternoons. The key to surviving winter with kids under five is simple: change the scenery, keep bodies moving, and lean on your community. Here are realistic, parent-approved […]

February 26, 2026

Distracted Baby at Feeding Time? A Before & After Look at Calm, Supported Bottle Feeding

If your baby pops on and off the bottle, looks around the room, arches away, or seems more interested in everything except eating — you’re not alone. Distracted feeding is a common developmental phase, especially between 3–8 months as babies become more aware of their environment. In our recent before-and-after video, you’ll see: Before: A […]

Baby crying while being offered a bottle.

February 24, 2026

From Bottle Refusal to Calm Feeding: What This Before & After Video Shows

If you’ve ever searched “why is my baby refusing a bottle?” at 2 a.m., you’re not alone. Bottle refusal is a common feeding challenge — especially during the breast-to-bottle transition. It can feel urgent and emotional, particularly before returning to work or starting childcare. In our recent before-and-after video, you’ll see: Before: A baby being […]

Mom drinking coffee working in the early morning.

February 17, 2026

The 10 Most Important Lessons I’ve Learned as a Mom (and Founder)

Motherhood will stretch you.Entrepreneurship will test you.Doing both at the same time? That will refine you. As the founder of Bottimals — and a mom building a business in the margins of nap times and bedtime routines — these are the 10 most important lessons I’ve learned. They’ve shaped how I show up for my […]

Mom singing to baby while feeding a bottle.

February 12, 2026

Bonding During Bottle Feeding: A Three-Time Mom’s Perspective

As a mom of (almost) three, I’ve learned that feeding time is about so much more than nutrition — it’s about connection. While breastfeeding gets a lot of attention, bottle feeding offers just as many opportunities to bond with your baby, if you approach it with intention and presence. Here’s what I’ve learned from three […]

February 10, 2026

6 Simple Ways to Create a Peaceful Feeding Environment for Your Baby

Feeding time is more than just nourishment — it’s a chance to connect, comfort, and calm your little one. A peaceful environment can make a huge difference in how your baby feels during feeds and even help reduce fussiness or bottle refusal. Here are six easy ways to create a serene feeding space at home […]