Hi, I’m Sharon Mazel.
I know that being a parent can feel overwhelming.
As a mom of four, I’ve been in your shoes. And as a parenting expert, author, and coach who has spent more than 25 years educating parents, I have the evidence-based tools to help you feel more relaxed, more confident, and more empowered as a mom or dad.
My goal is to give you the most up-to-date information along with actionable strategies in bite-sized formats to help you navigate pregnancy and parenthood with more confidence. I’ve helped hundreds of thousands of moms and dads figure out how to make the best parenting choices for their families, and I’m honored to help you along your parenting journey as well.
Why You Can Trust Sharon
Internationally recognized
parenting and pregnancy expert
Author of Bite-Sized Parenting
Co-wrote many What to Expect books
Hundreds of thousands of followers
on social media
Being a new parent can
feel overwhelming
I help reduce new mom and dad stress
My new book
The book for today’s
new parents
Bite-Sized Parenting: Your Baby’s First Year is the essential guide to what matters most to new parents–from sleeping and feeding to development and play and more, in an illustrated month-by-month format
“With easily digestible, evidence-based tips, parenting expert, author, and mom of four Sharon Mazel breaks down baby’s first year in this invaluable, deeply researched guide. From swaddling to tummy time to introducing solids, new parents will return to Bite-Sized Parenting’s month-by-month explanations and illustrations time and again. This useful resource should be on every baby registry.”
— Heather Cabot, author, award-winning journalist, and former ABC News correspondent
“Parenting is not one-size-fits-all and the challenges of a baby’s first year are unique whether it’s your first, second, or third child. Bite-Sized Parenting is the most accessible and least intimidating guide I’ve found to navigate these new baby adventures. Whether you are a visual learner like me or someone who likes to take a closer look at the details, this book has something for you. Practical advice offered in digestible, bite-sized portions, what more can a new parent ask for? Love it!”
— Myriam Sandler, founder of Mothercould
“Sharon Mazel’s Bite-Sized Parenting is a must-have for every expectant parent! Her easy-to-understand graphics are full of evidence-based information that will put every new parent’s mind to ease. Bite-Sized Parenting is the only book you will need to feel confident and thrive throughout your baby’s first year of life!”
— Liesel Teen, BSN, RN, founder of Mommy Labor Nurse
“Bite-Sized Parenting has the answer to all of the ‘is this normal?’ questions you have during the first year, without making parents feel stressed that they’re doing things wrong. It is the perfect handbook for new parents to navigate the first year with trustworthy and relatable advice!”
— Kacie Barnes, MCN, RDN, founder of Mama Knows Nutrition
“Bite-Sized Parenting: Your Baby’s First Year by Sharon Mazel is a must-have resource for new parents. This comprehensive book covers all aspects of baby development including sleep, feeding, gross motor, fine motor, communication, and cognitive development. Using clear explanations and visuals, this book is organized by age, making it easy to find information specific to your child’s stage. Whether you are a first-time parent or an experienced one, Bite-Sized Parenting is sure to provide valuable insights and practical tips to care for your baby until their first birthday.”
— Dr. Allison Mell, PT, pediatric physical therapist, founder of Tots on Target
Sneak Peek into Bite-Sized Parenting
I’ll help you focus on what’s important so you can :
Choose what works best for you and your baby
Feel less overwhelmed as a parent
Feel confident and empowered as a mom or dad
Go beyond just “surviving” your baby’s early years
Know that you’re doing what’s best for your family
Parenting Resources
Helping you feel
empowered as a parent
Baby & Tot Schedules
Guides
Sample schedules and important information about daily routines for the first year and the toddler years so you can add more structure to your day.
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Playing With Baby
Guides
Take the guesswork out of playing with and stimulating your baby. Comes with strategies and activities for your little one at every age and development stage, along with toy recommendations links.
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Newborn Prep Course
Course
A self-paced 2-hour video course that will teach you everything you need to know about caring for your new baby
Watch now
Recommended Products List
Products
All my recommended parenting products from baby gear and feeding supplies to breast pumps and baby books (and everything in between)
1:1 Parenting Coaching
Coaching
Guidance for any parenting or pregnancy topic—sleeping, feeding, behavior, toilet training, pregnancy, fertility—you name it!
Schedule now
Freebies
1
The Ultimate Newborn Checklist
The must-haves, the nice-to-gets,
and the definitely don’t-needs
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2
The Complete Hospital Bag Packing List
What you’ll need (and what you won’t)
when you give birth
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3
Preparing Your Toddler for a New Baby Sibling
Strategies to prep your toddler (and yourself)
for the arrival of a new baby
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Testimonials
