newborn baby

A Poop Primer

New parents obsess over the contents of their babies’ diapers, but most of it is normal. In newborns, it can range from one thick, pale-yellow bowel movement per day to more liquid but grainy ... READ MORE

A Smart Start

Breastfeeding is a good--no, great--thing. But as the saying goes, good things don't always come easily. Marathon feeding sessions, engorged breasts and sore nipples are some of the ... READ MORE

Tips From the Trenches

Here’s one part of new motherhood you might not have thought about: what to do if your baby poops in the tub. As unpleasant as the prospect may be, it’s wise to have a game plan, says ... READ MORE

Clicks and Clunks

ER How-To

Your newborn spikes a fever. Or, your 1-year-old wheezes heavily after tasting peanut butter. Suddenly, after a call to the pediatrician, you’re heading to the emergency room. It can be ... READ MORE

First Vaccines

“From the time you are born, your body is bombarded with thousands of different microbes, some of which can cause illness,” says Jon S. Abramson, M.D., professor and chairman of pediatrics ... READ MORE

Cry me a river

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

Just The Two Of Us

When it comes to mother-child  bonding, embrace what comes  naturally. Simple activities, such as a  post-bath foot rub or playing where’s-your-bellybutton, not only establish  a lifelong ... READ MORE

Tips Trom The Trenches

As any new parent can attest, babies are messy creatures, and spit-up and diaper leaks can lead to some pretty grimy crib sheets. Changing those linens can be an exercise in frustration: ... READ MORE