20 Newborn conditions that are Weird but Normal
You envisioned a sweet, soft, adorable baby — round and rosy with beautiful skin and a tiny button nose. So what are these spots and splotches? These swollen eyelids and hairy shoulders? These runny,...
View ArticleNewborn: Umbilical Cord Care
Umbilical cords are probably the least attractive part of your newborn, but they usually don’t cause problems and eventually fall off by themselves. You may be understandably worried when you notice...
View Article10 Reasons Babies Cry
There are many reasons your baby cries. Sometimes it’s hard to figure out what it is, and you conclude that she’s just “crying for no reason!” But we believe that happy, content, comfortable babies...
View ArticleGetting Kids Excited about a New Baby
Younger toddlers won’t have a clue about a baby “growing in your tummy.” Because they can’t see it, they won’t be able to understand much of the explanation. Even when you are in your ninth month, big...
View ArticleTips on Taking Baby Pictures by Anne Geddes
I’m sure you’ve seen photos by world-renowned Anne Geddes before, even if you’re not aware of who was behind the camera. They’re everywhere– on calendars, gift cards, your pediatrician’s walls! Her...
View ArticleChecklist: What you need to Buy for Baby’s Arrival
Layette (baby clothes, for those who need translation!) 8-10 bodysuits or onesies (like little undershirts that snap at the crotch) 4-6 one-piece PJ’s 2 blanket sleepers for winter nights (these are...
View ArticleThe Breastfeeding-Cosleeping-Postpartum Depression Connection
These days, it’s rare to find anyone who’s gonna argue with you that breastfeeding is best for baby, whenever possible. What they don’t realize is that breastfeeding is best for MOM, too. And there...
View ArticleBrachial Plexus Injuries: A Preventable Newborn Injury- Please Read!
Three out of every 1,000 babies born in the USA suffer from injuries that could have been prevented. More children are inflicted with Brachial Plexus injuries at birth than suffer from Down’s Syndrome,...
View ArticleSave a Bundle on Your Little Bundle!
How can something so tiny cost so much? New parents have been known to spend $4,500 and upward, for just the basics– a crib, mattress, and baby furniture, clothes, wipes, diapers, formula (if not...
View ArticleEating Salmon is Good for Pregnant Women & their Babies
A healthy diet is important for everyone, but even more crucial during pregnancy. Fish is a great choice, and here’s another good reason to add it to your menu: Eating two servings of salmon a week...
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