Baby care made simple.
No fluff, just answers.
"Answering the questions every mom Googles at 2am"
First-time parent? I share honest, clear FAQ answers about babies (0–18 months) and postpartum recovery — the kind of advice you actually need, not the kind that makes you feel like you're doing it wrong.
"You're doing better than you think."
— Maryana, @mom_explains
The mom who actually answers your questions.
"When I started this account 3 years ago, I had no confidence in myself as a content creator. I questioned everything — but I kept going because I knew how much new parents needed real answers."
I'm Maryana — a mom, content creator, and your go-to resource for baby care (0–18 months) and postpartum support. I built @mom_explains because I was tired of vague, judgmental advice that made new parents feel like they were failing.
My content is honest, evidence-informed, and deeply human. Whether it's 2am and your baby won't stop crying, or you're wondering if what you're feeling postpartum is normal — I've got you.
Topics that actually matter to you.
From the first sleepless night to your baby's first steps — I cover the questions every parent is Googling.
Baby Sleep
Newborn sleep patterns, safe sleep, sleep regressions, and how to survive the fourth trimester nights.
See posts →Breastfeeding
Latch issues, cluster feeding, supply concerns, pumping, and the emotional side of feeding your baby.
See posts →Postpartum Healing
Physical recovery, postpartum emotions, mental health, and why your recovery matters as much as your baby's.
See posts →Newborn Care
Umbilical cord care, bathing, diapering, soothing a crying baby, and all the basics no one teaches you.
See posts →Baby Development
Milestones, tummy time, play, and understanding what's normal at each stage of your baby's growth.
See posts →Mom Mental Health
Postpartum anxiety, the pressure to be perfect, and permission to prioritize your own wellbeing.
See posts →Questions every parent Googles at 2am.
Real answers to the questions you're too tired to research. No judgment, no fluff.
A well-fed newborn will have 6–8 wet diapers per day after day 4–5, regain their birth weight by 2 weeks, and seem content between feedings. If you're breastfeeding, listen for swallowing sounds. Trust your instincts — if something feels off, call your pediatrician.
Yes — newborns can cry 2–3 hours a day, and it often peaks around 6 weeks. This is completely normal. The 'witching hour' (usually late afternoon/evening) is real. Try the 5 S's: Swaddle, Side/Stomach position, Shush, Swing, Suck. You're not doing anything wrong.
Most babies don't consistently sleep through the night until 4–6 months, and many not until later. Sleep regressions at 4 months, 8 months, and beyond are normal. Your baby isn't broken — their sleep is developmentally appropriate. You're not either.
You cannot spoil a newborn. Responding to your baby builds secure attachment, which actually leads to more independence later. Hold your baby as much as you want — that's what they need.
Postpartum anxiety is extremely common — affecting up to 20% of new mothers. Symptoms include racing thoughts, constant worry, difficulty sleeping even when baby sleeps, and feeling on edge. It's different from the 'baby blues' and deserves real support. Please talk to your doctor.
The honest answer: longer than 6 weeks. Physical healing, hormonal shifts, and emotional adjustment can take months. The '6-week clearance' is just a check-in, not a finish line. Be patient with yourself — your body just did something extraordinary.
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Real words from real parents.
"I was Googling at 3am in tears and found @mom_explains. Her video on cluster feeding literally saved my breastfeeding journey. I felt so understood."
"Maryana is the only account that doesn't make me feel like I'm failing. She's honest, warm, and actually explains WHY things happen. Game changer."
"I've recommended @mom_explains to every pregnant friend I have. The postpartum content is so important — she talks about things no one else will."
"Her video about the 4-month sleep regression prepared me SO much. When it happened, I wasn't panicking — I was ready. That's priceless."
"I love that she admits when things are hard. No toxic positivity, just real talk. My husband and I both follow her now — it's that good."
"Maryana answered a question in her stories that my own doctor brushed off. I finally felt heard. She's a gem in the parenting space."
You don't have to figure this out alone.
Join thousands of parents who follow along for honest, judgment-free baby care content. Whether you're in the thick of the newborn phase or navigating toddlerhood, there's a place for you here.
"A healthy baby needs a healthy mother."
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