Joanna Bennett

Shared calendar with off times saved us from nightly meltdowns. For what it's worth, taking a few minutes to practice this in a calm setting usually helps it stick.

I agree with this recommendation. If front passenger legroom is your main worry, that pick stays compact front to back when rear facing, so you can keep some slide and a bit of recline in a small sedan. The adjustable recline lets you go more upright once your baby has steady head control, which buys back valuable space. Install has been straightforward for me with either LATCH or the belt and the angle indicator makes it easy to lock in a solid fit without the seat pressing into the front seat.

I once called a pasta 'gluten-free' and boiled it in the same water as regular—my friend got sick and I felt awful. Since then I do one naturally GF, vegetarian main and put meat or bread on a separate station. Quick text works: 'Any no-gos or cross-contact concerns? Any hidden ingredients I should avoid? Separate utensils/board okay?' Keep knives, boards, and serving spoons split and you're fine.