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Baby Health

Worried about baby’s health? You’re not alone. Get the answers you need about everything from colic to common illnesses.

baby acne

Yes, baby acne is real—and more common than you think

Gentle reassurance, mama: You're not alone if your baby's skin isn't "perfect" right now. Baby acne, especially baby acne on the face, is a completely normal

WOMB TRANSPLANT

A womb transplant between sisters led to this history-making birth—and new hope for families everywhere

After a decade of waiting, Grace and her husband Angus welcomed their miracle baby, Amy Isabel — the first child in the UK born following a womb transplant.

NICU baby

Doctors weren’t sure he’d survive—now one of the world’s smallest babies is finally going home to Minnesota

Born at just 8 ounces, Bilal spent his first year defying the odds in the NICU—now, he’s going home to join his four siblings.

Baby drinking formula

The government is ramping up baby formula safety testing and supply

Operation Stork Speed is a new initiative aimed at making infant formula safer, more transparent, and more accessible.

Costway Babyjoy high chair

Check your baby high chair—this recalled model poses a major safety risk

4,400 Babyjoy high chairs are now being recalled due to serious entrapment and suffocation hazards.

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Infant mortality rates are dropping, but sleep-related deaths are rising

Sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) rates increased by nearly 12% between 2020 and 2022.

mom holding sick toddler with pacifier in mouth at the start of rsv season 2022

14 key things parents should know about RSV in 2025: Symptoms, treatment & prevention

We're still in the early stages of RSV season, but doctors are already worried about a rise in cases.

A parent teaching children to wash hands as a precaution against H5 bird flu during an outbreak.

 H5 bird flu outbreak: How to protect your family and stay safe

Let’s explore what H5 bird flu is, key safety practices, and how you can protect your loved ones.

Norovirus and pregnancy: A pregnant women who is unwell

Norovirus and pregnancy: An OB-GYN shares what you need to know

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastroenteritis, more commonly known as the “stomach bug” or “stomach flu.” 

A little girl folding a blanket

Neuroscience says: Letting your child try and fail Is the key to effective parenting

New research has uncovered a simple mindset shift that could change everything: seeing everyday tasks as learning opportunities for your child.

Pregnancy exercises

PSA: Exercising while pregnant may cut your child’s asthma risk by half

Researchers found that moms who exercised at least three times a week during pregnancy reduced their child’s risk of developing asthma in half.

Congested baby

How to help your congested baby breathe (and sleep) easier this winter

Baby congestion is a common issue during the winter months and can be triggered by several factors.

New study explores link between fish consumption in pregnancy and autism—here’s what experts say

Researchers observed that moms who consumed fish during pregnancy were more likely to report developmental outcomes associated with fewer autism-related traits in their children.

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