Courtney Leiva

Courtney Leiva

Courtney Leiva has over 11 years of experience producing content for numerous digital mediums, including features, breaking news stories, e-commerce buying guides, trends, and evergreen pieces. Her articles have been featured in HuffPost, Buzzfeed, PEOPLE, and more.

Latest from Courtney Leiva

Understanding Uninvolved Parenting and Its Impacts

Understanding Uninvolved Parenting and Its Impacts

While some parents may lean towards permissive, authoritarian, or authoritative approaches, a fourth style stands out as particularly detrimental.

The 4 Main Parenting Styles: Which One Are You?

The 4 Main Parenting Styles: Which One Are You?

The ins and outs of the parenting different styles, how you can blend them, and how cultural and societal factors can influence the way we parent.

9 Clever Uses for Fabric Drawers

9 Clever Uses for Fabric Drawers

We found the best fabric drawers to use if that household clutter is piling up — from organizing your little one's nursery to streamlining your bathroom.

How to Avoid Bed Bugs: Prevention Strategies and Tips

How to Avoid Bed Bugs: Prevention Strategies and Tips

We chatted with two pest control experts and a pediatrician to share tips on avoiding bed bugs and some treatment strategies to remember.

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs: Elimination and Prevention Tips

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs: Elimination and Prevention Tips

How to get rid of bed bugs, what to look for as signs of an infestation and what to anticipate before and after the exterminator arrives on the scene

Protecting Your Family: Recognizing the Signs of Bed Bugs

Protecting Your Family: Recognizing the Signs of Bed Bugs

Key indicators to watch out for—from the bed bug bites they leave behind to the dark spots in your house where they like to hide.

8 New Balance Toddler Shoes We Love Right Now

8 New Balance Toddler Shoes We Love Right Now

We're obsessed with the colors and designs of these adorable New Balance toddler shoes.

12 Muslin Swaddle Blankets We Love

12 Muslin Swaddle Blankets We Love

We found the cutest muslin swaddle blankets on the market. Your baby is bound to love them!

12 Amazon Bedspreads We Can't Stop Buying

12 Amazon Bedspreads We Can't Stop Buying

We found, ranked and reviewed all the best Amazon bedspreads for every bed size and style.

How to Declutter Clothes and Kids' Closets Like a Pro

How to Declutter Clothes and Kids' Closets Like a Pro

We spoke to the pros about how to declutter clothes and kids' closets for good. It's easier than you think!

Can You Get Pregnant with PCOS?

Can You Get Pregnant with PCOS?

The Best Pacifiers for Breastfed Babies 2024

The Best Pacifiers for Breastfed Babies 2024

We spoke to experts to find the best pacifiers for breastfed babies. You may be suprised by the designs that made our list!

Mother's Day Gift Ideas: Last Minute Edition 2024

Mother's Day Gift Ideas: Last Minute Edition 2024

We found all the best Mother's Day gift ideas last-minute shoppers are sure to love (and get fast enough).

Is Miralax Safe for Kids?

Is Miralax Safe for Kids?

We explore the pros and cons of Miralax and other remedies, including dietary changes and alternative laxatives with potentially fewer side effects.

6 Best Toothpaste Tablets to Try Now

6 Best Toothpaste Tablets to Try Now

We found, tested and rated all the best toothpaste tablets on the market for adults and kids.

7 Books About Kindness for Kids

7 Books About Kindness for Kids

Whether your young reader is just starting or an avid bookworm, there's a treasure trove of books about kindness for kids to explore.

8 Best Zoo Activities for Preschoolers

8 Best Zoo Activities for Preschoolers

How to make your little one's love for wildlife come alive, offering a perfect balance of learning and play.

6 Auditory Learning Tricks That Actually Work

6 Auditory Learning Tricks That Actually Work

Experts share auditory learning tricks designed to help kids retain what they learn and improve their studying.

What is Auditory Learning? A Comprehensive Guide

What is Auditory Learning? A Comprehensive Guide

If your child possesses a good memory for song lyrics and enjoys podcasts or audiobooks, they likely exhibit characteristics of an auditory learner.

How to Flush Out Excess Estrogen-Doc Explains

How to Flush Out Excess Estrogen-Doc Explains

Doc explains the various types of estrogen, the warning signs of high estrogen, what estrogen dominance is, and how it affects health.