circumcision

From the stressful (prenatal tests! gaining weight!) to the sheer fun (buying maternity clothes! your baby shower!), growing a baby involves a seemingly endless host of developments to ... READ MORE

Pediatricians Group Now In Favor Of Circumcision

Boys better off circumcised, AAP says READ MORE

Studying The Study

Why the latest study is not the final word READ MORE

Help The Hurt

When an infant needs a routine-but-painful medical procedure, such as a vaccination or blood draw, nobody’s happy. “It troubles parents, it stresses health care providers, and the adults ... READ MORE

Circumcisions, San Francisco and STDs

I caught a short segment on The Dr. Oz show last week discussing the proposed San Francisco ban on circumcisions and some semi-recent studies connecting circumcisions to reduced risks for ... READ MORE

New Mom's Survival Guide

You’ve no doubt been dreaming about your baby for months: what he’ll look like, whether he’ll be laid-back like his dad or a Type A like you. But chances are, if it’s your first child, you ... READ MORE

The Circumcision Decision

It’s a good idea to discuss circumcision—the surgical removal of the foreskin that covers the tip of the penis—with your obstetrician or pediatrician during your pregnancy. Families may have ... READ MORE

Newborn Care From Head to Toe

Follow these simple, doctor-recommended tips for keeping your baby clean and comfy.* FaceIt’s disconcerting to see a newborn with a red, blotchy face, but baby acne is a common and harmless ... READ MORE

Circumcision Back in the News

Circumcision is back in the news. This week, news sources leaked word that later this year, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) may release their recommendation for universal circumcision ... READ MORE