May 21, 2026

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

Insights and lessons

Baby crying while drinking from a bottle. September 4, 2025

Bottle Refusal Explained: Why Babies Resist and How to Help

Why Is My Baby Refusing the Bottle? Causes and Tips for Parents Bottle-feeding can be challenging, and many parents experience times when their baby won’t take a bottle. You may have tried different bottles, times of day, or even another caregiver, and your baby still seems reluctant. Don’t worry—this is a common experience. Understanding the […]

Mom and her 3 young ids cleaning up the kitchen table September 2, 2025

Mom Life Made Easier: Quick Tips for a Cleaner, Calmer Home

Motherhood Is Messy—And That’s Okay In my last post, I talked about how messy motherhood can be (and shared a few of my favorite mom-approved products that help along the way). Today, I want to shift gears and share the practical habits that help me stay organized, keep our home tidier, and bring a little […]

A frustrated mom in a messy house. August 28, 2025

The Messy Side of Motherhood (and How I Tackle It)

Motherhood is messy. From cleaning up spilled drinks and yogurt on the walls to diaper blowouts in public (#2 on the playground slide, anyone?), you’ll see it all — and clean it all — as a mom. But here’s the good news: while the chaos is inevitable, it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With the […]

Frustrated baby with a bottle holding an elephant lovey. August 26, 2025

Why Your Baby Won’t Take a Bottle (and Practices to Help)

You’re Not Alone: Bottle Refusal Is Common You’ve tried different bottles, warmed the milk just right, and even asked other caregivers to help—but your baby still seems hesitant to take a bottle. Bottle refusal is a common experience, especially for breastfed babies transitioning to bottle-feeding. Understanding why it happens can help you use strategies and […]

Grandma feeding a baby a bottle while sitting in a rocking chair. August 21, 2025

Tips for Encouraging Bottle-Feeding and Supporting Baby’s Transition

How to Prevent Bottle Refusal: Tips for Tips for Calm and Familiar Feeding Understanding Bottle Refusal If your baby is hesitant to take a bottle—or if you want to make the transition smoother—you’re not alone. Many families face challenges during infancy, particularly when moving between breast and bottle. Using thoughtful strategies and comfort cues can […]

Woman sitting at a desk working on inventing a product. August 19, 2025

The Girl Who Cried Invention: How I Finally Turned an Idea Into a Product

Turning Ideas into Reality Since launching Bottimals, I’ve lost count of how many people have said, “I have an idea too—but I don’t know where to start.” I’ve been there. For nearly a decade, I wrestled with ideas, prototypes, and the fear of failing before even getting started. I remember my very first product idea […]