bringing home baby

Myth 1: Babies need to poop at least once a day. Parents often think a baby is constipated when he’s not, says Andrew Adesman, M.D., chief of developmental and behavioral pediatrics at ... READ MORE

Swaddling Tips

Multiple studies show that swaddling your newborn may help her wake less at night, sleep longer and calm her crying. “It reminds babies of being ‘back home’ in the womb and prevents them from ... READ MORE

Extra care for early babies

The Train Wreck That Is My Body

I guess it’s no small coincidence that I’ve chosen the day after our nation’s biggest food holiday to size up my post-baby body. And let me tell you: It’s not pretty.The photo you see here ... READ MORE

Our First Month

I thought that labor would be the real test of my strength and endurance. What I should have known, but had somehow forgotten, is that it’s after the baby’s born when the real labor ... READ MORE

Bonding with Baby

But it may have even more benefits:Proponents say that just five to 10 minutes of gentle touch daily can stimulate your baby’s digestion, boost immunity and prepare her for deeper, more ... READ MORE

Cracked Nipples

Mother's Helper

My mom just came for a visit, and I feel like I’ve just been on vacation. When she’s here, my mother does the bulk of what I normally do around the house (and then some)—she cooks; she ... READ MORE

It’s Just A Fever!

Parents tend to overtreat kids under 6 with anti-fever medications such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, giving too much too often and putting their children at risk for liver damage, ... READ MORE

Booby Traps

As soon as your babe makes her entrance, you’ll put her to your breast, she’ll suckle contentedly and all will be good with the world, right? That’s the hope—but not always the reality. Alas, ... READ MORE