Baby Health

Little Sleepies recalls nearly 500,000 baby bibs and blankets due to possible choking hazard

Here’s what to know.

Nearly 1 in 2 families struggle to afford diapers

It costs about $1,200 a year to diaper a baby, and most government programs don't help parents with that expense. The End Diaper Need Act could help lift families out of poverty, the CEO of Hello Bello shares.

What is microchimerism? Tiny cellular souvenirs may keep you connected to your baby long after pregnancy

Fetal microchimerism means a small number of your baby's cells can travel through the placenta and take root in your body, where they may remain for decades. It can even occur in surrogacy, experts say.

Should we really be worried about picky eaters?

Parents and kids already have enough on their plates, literally.

Managing sleep deprivation as a new parent: Strategies for restful nights

A nurse-turned-doula shares advice on how to get back to dreamland.

Meet the essential gut bacteria every baby needs—but most babies are missing

B. infantis was prevalent in infant gut microbiomes more than a century ago, but 90% of infants born today don’t have it. What happened?

Considering an HBAC? Here’s what experts want you to know

A home birth after cesarean (HBAC) can be a powerful way to reclaim your birth experience under the right circumstances.

Here’s how to spot and respond to your baby’s hunger cues 

It turns out babies are excellent communicators, and they have several ways of telling us when they are hungry.

Worried about your baby’s screen time? 5 strategies to reduce the pull

It’s never too late—or too early—to have a ‘digital reset’.

Feeding our babies shouldn’t be this hard

Lactation care is a human right—and The Lactation Network is working to right the wrongs the lactation coverage gap creates for families.

Is nipple confusion real?

A lactation consultant explains what’s really going on.

The first year: Your baby’s health from A to Z

From colds and colic to rashes and vaccines, consider this your just-in-case guide.

Flame retardants ‘widely detected’ in U.S. breast milk, study shows

In 100% of the samples tested, researchers found some level of 25 different types of brominated flame retardants (BFRs). Here’s what to know.

The infant formula shortage led to unsafe feeding for many babies, study shows

Nearly half of parents surveyed had to rely on unsafe feeding methods during the 2022 crisis.

The first 12 months: Your baby’s growth and weight

So much can change from month to month. Here’s what you can expect.

18-month-old health & growth guide

Alexa, play “Dancing on My Own.”

15-month-old health & growth guide

All those big feelings you've been forewarned about? Now may be a good time to incorporate some baby sign language.

What to know about congenital cataracts

I’m sharing my story in the hopes that it sheds light on this condition—but know that you are the parent your child needs, mama.

12-month-old baby health & growth guide

And suddenly, you have a toddler.

11-month-old baby health & growth guide

Your growing 11-month-old is finding their footing (literally).