Baby

  NEW ISSUE AVAILABLE! We team up with baby and parenting experts to create an annual digital guide that has essential, up-to-date information for first-time parents and must-have resources for . . .

  Researching “postpartum depression” is probably the last thing you expected to have to do. Dealing with physical postpartum recovery is challenging enough, combine that with sleepless . . .

  Catching up with friends is easily put on the back burner when welcoming a new baby, but connection with others can be a saving grace in those first months (and years) of being a new mom. So, . . .

  Sleep shaping, sleep hygiene and sleep conditioning are terms for essentially the same thing: establishing a healthy sleep routine and environment from the start that support a good night’s . . .

  If you’re a nursing mama, then you know breastfeeding hunger can be intense. So, how do lactating moms stay nourished and fueled between meals while staying healthy? Here you’ll find easy, . . .

Researchers who study father-child attachment confirm what active, involved fathers have known in their hearts for years—that the father-child bond is no less important than the mother-child bond. . . .

Baby Product Review. New parents can choose from a variety of products that can make every day with that bundle of joy just a little easier.   BIBS Baby Plastic Bottle $9.95–$10.95;&n . . .

Parents are often surprised to hear that they should start dental hygiene for their little ones in the first year. Here are answers to common questions:   When should I take my baby to the de . . .

There’s something magical about a baby’s first words. More than any other milestone, the first “mama” or “dada” holds the promise of deeper connection with our children. While every ba . . .

Persistent infant crying is often distressing for new parents. If your baby is going through a period of intense daily crying, know that many have walked this path before you. With a little knowledg . . .

In California, about three quarters of women who begin breastfeeding in the hospital have stopped by nine weeks postpartum. According to Neonatologist and Lactation Consultant Dr. Nancy E. Wight, wh . . .

Most seasoned parents agree that first birthday parties are mostly for the adults, but still want a fun, memorable way to commemorate this important milestone. Some parents swear by a cake smash pho . . .

Parents do countless things to prepare for the arrival of a new baby—research, plan, decorate, buy baby gear, select a name and so much more. No matter how much parents prepare, the unexpected can . . .

Just as new moms are getting into the rhythm of parenthood, reality hits for those who work away from home and it’s time to go back. Here are strategies to help plan and manage the transition back . . .

Most babies have healthy, functional digestive systems—even those who experience an occasional bout with gas, diarrhea or tummy pain. But because common digestive issues like spitting up, reflux, . . .