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CMV Is A Common Virus, But Presents Major Concerns For Pregnant People
When I became pregnant with my first child, my doctor sat me down and told me what I needed to know in order to ensure a safe pregnancy. She told me the dos and the don’ts. Mostly don’ts. Don’t drink...
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What’s The Deal With Dental Care For Babies? A Pediatric Dentist Lets Us Know
I think most of us know the basics of good dental hygiene. We brush and floss our teeth and see the dentist. We learned those basics in elementary school, when the dentist visited school and made us...
View ArticleYes, Babies Can Get Cold Sores On Their Lips — Here’s What To Know
One day there you are: holding your baby and staring adoringly at their face, wondering how it could be so perfect, when, all of a sudden, you spot a small blister in or around their lips or mouth. Is...
View ArticleOuch! Here’s What Causes Canker Sores In Babies And Tips To Sooth Those Mouth...
No parent likes to see their little one in pain. And it’s especially stressful figuring out why your toddler or baby is crying in the middle of the night. They can’t really talk yet, so here you are,...
View ArticleWhat To Know If Ear Pulling Is Your Baby’s New Favorite Pastime
If you’ve been around a baby (including your own), you’ve probably noticed that their little hands are always busy. Whether they’re in their mouths, used to grasp a stuffed animal (or your...
View ArticleWhat Is the Apgar Score And What Does It Tell Us About a Newborn Baby’s Health?
One of the most complex parts about being a tween or a teen is dealing with the feeling that other people are constantly judging you. Not that this goes away as you age: The uncomfortable feeling can...
View ArticleDeciphering And Deciding On Baby’s First Foods — A Guide For Moms From Moms
Babies are wonderful. Sure. All the sweet sentiments and quotes about expecting society tacks onto babies and parenthood are absolutely true. What we often forget to warn moms about, though, is that...
View ArticleWhat To Know About Heat Exhaustion In Kids, Including Why They’re More...
Being a kid can be a sweaty job. When it’s warm outside, you want to be out there playing with your friends and may not think about things like taking a break, staying in the shade, or drinking enough...
View ArticleSimple Ways To Treat Baby Drool Rash At Home
If your baby is entering the teething stage, there’s a good chance a case of drool rash could be in their future. Baby drool rash occurs when a little one’s drool irritates their skin and leads to a...
View ArticleTattoos And Breastfeeding: Is New Ink Safe Right Now?
You’re breastfeeding and browsing Pinterest (bless easy breastfeeding positions like the football hold) when you spot an ink design that’s fire. Now you can’t stop thinking about the perfect spot on...
View ArticleA Parent’s Guide To Tum, Tum, Tummy Time: When Baby Needs To Start And How To...
New parenthood comes with many questions: How did this seven-pound cutie fit in my belly? Is my baby bowlegged? Does my baby have kneecaps? Why is my baby arching her back? The questions quite...
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Pediatric Food Allergists Are Changing The Rules: What Parents Need To Know
If you had kids in the last decade like I did, you might remember a distinct shift in the way pediatricians and medical experts talked about food allergies. I certainly remember it. Sometime during my...
View ArticleBaby Congestion: What To Do, When To Worry, And When It’s Just Snot
New parenthood is exciting, scary, and all-around wonderful. But as soon as your little one is in your arms the barrage of questions crossing your thoughts is endless. How much should a newborn eat?...
View ArticleBaby Sleep Safety Tips For You And Your Little One So You Can Both Snooze...
As any new parent can attest, the arrival of a baby often leads excited friends and family members to shower you with baby gear and gifts like adorable blankets and stuffed animals. Unfortunately,...
View ArticleYeast Diaper Rash Tips For Freaked Out Parents Of Red Bottomed Babies
Your baby’s precious bottom is red and angry, and no matter how much cream you slather on and it’s not getting any better. Pee pees bring painful screeches, and you are officially out of ideas to make...
View ArticleWhat Is A Stork Bite (And How Long Will Your Baby Have One)?
New moms spend lots of time memorizing every freckle and dimple on their newborn baby, so it can be a bit disconcerting if you notice an unexpected pink or red spot on your baby’s skin in the days or...
View ArticleSo, How Much Should A Newborn Actually Eat?
As a new parent, it can be hard to know exactly how much your newborn should be eating. Let’s be honest, most things are hard as a new parent, but proper feeding is one thing you definitely want to get...
View ArticleBaby Growth Spurts Are A Wild Ride So Don’t Get All Hung Up — Here’s What To...
Checkups are the perfectly rational place for parents to feel like they themselves are the ones being weighed (pass), measured, and pinched for ripeness. It’s easy to get emotional one way or another...
View ArticleStart Communicating With Your Baby Using These Easy Baby Sign Language Tips
Until they start talking, babies have a limited amount of communication tools. Unfortunately, the most efficient one in their arsenal is crying, which can stress out you and your baby. Since babies use...
View ArticleGot A Growing Tot? Here’s The Scoop On When Babies Can Eat Meat
So, your baby is ready (or almost ready) to eat meat! That means your baby is at the stage where they can sit at the table with the family and enjoy a meal together. Congratulations on making it past...
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