9 things to know before a summer birth
Giving birth in the summer is a source of additional stress for many mothers. But it's important to know that summertime pregnancies aren't all bad news. Here are 9 tips to help you prepare for and enjoy your summer pregnancy. Happy reading! Make the most of a summer pregnancy Before giving birth, being pregnant in the summer can be uncomfortable: heat, swollen legs... And yet, summer is a great time for pregnant women! It's a wonderful opportunity to fill up on vitamin D to offset the hormones that make us feel a little jumpy. 1. Buy fewer maternity clothes Summer makes it easier to choose your maternity clothes and the suitcase you'll need to take to the hospital or maternity ward. Don't forget to make a list of essentials so you don't forget anything, taking into account air conditioning, heat waves... Don't hesitate to take inspiration from our list. You'll...
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Jul 18, 2023
How to travel with a baby?
Many questions arise when traveling with a toddler for the first time. Can I travel with an infant? At what age? What should I take with me when I travel by plane with my baby? The Petit Coulou team shares its advice and tips for traveling with peace of mind. At what age can you travel with a baby? Did you know that you can travel with your baby right from birth? The first few weeks after birth are often devoted to getting to know your baby and discovering the joys of parenthood. It's often a time when new parents prefer the comforts of home so they can get into the swing of things with their new family member. Traveling at this time is, therefore, largely a matter of confidence in your ability to handle the unforeseen events of a trip, in this new life that is opening up to...
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Jul 06, 2023
Quebec Fatherhood Week - By Laurence Jones
In this new edition of Quebec Fatherhood Week, Petit Coulou would like to share the daily life of someone you may be following: Laurence Jones (@llaurencejones). Particularly followed on Instagram, this mom is expecting her second child and shares her family's day-to-day life and her pregnancy. To mark the occasion, she confides in Petit Coulou about the role of the father in her family. The positive impact of an engaged and present partner When it comes to parenting, the presence of an engaged and present partner can truly make all the difference, from building lasting bonds with our children to redefining traditional father roles. As a young mother benefiting from the support and assistance of a dedicated and involved partner, I can personally attest to the benefits it brings to our family and relationship. My partner embodies his role as a dad admirably, taking this responsibility to heart. I find...
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Jun 14, 2023
Petit Coulou, the evolution of a renowned brand of baby car seat covers
First called P'tit Coulou, the Petit Coulou baby car seat cover has come a long way since the prototype of the winter cover in 1996. The brand is now so well known that many of you are looking for a "coulou" rather than any other shell cover. Discover how we have worked to develop our products to where they are today! From P’tit Coulou to Petit Coulou Petit Coulou is first and foremost a Canadian family business based in Quebec. It’s the story of women who have made it their life’s work to offer families baby car seat covers that meet the needs of active parents and, most importantly, babies. It all started with a grandmother who wanted to make it easier for her grandson to move around in his winter clothes. It took several years of testing with different materials to create the original covers. The product was developed...
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May 17, 2023