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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.

Mother holding baby in hospital isolette, preparing to bring baby home from nicu

Bringing baby home from the NICU? A NICU nurse shares what you need to know

Including the one hospital item she sends home with every parent.

Updated Sep. 05, 2024
Safe to breastfeed with Covid: Mother wearing face mask and breastfeeding baby at home

Yes, you can breastfeed with Covid, says new study

Babies are not at risk of getting Covid from breast milk, new research shows.

Updated Apr. 13, 2022
mom holding prematurely born twins, learning how to care for nicu baby

A NICU nurse’s guide to caring for a NICU baby

Looking for a NICU guide? Having been a NICU nurse for 15 years, I’ve learned a thing or two about caring for NICU parents, too.

Updated Sep. 05, 2024
Mother with sick son taking advice on video call at home during pediatric telehealth visit

The best pediatric telehealth platforms for kids—and moms

These platforms make doctors’ visits with littles wayyyy simpler.

Updated Dec. 10, 2021
mom using fridababy nosefrida for baby's first cold

11 must-have products for babies and toddlers during cold & flu season

We're here to help you soothe those sniffles and bust that fuss with our favorite products to help ease baby's first cold.

Updated Jan. 06, 2025
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Ara Katz wants kids to love their microbiomes

In a new kids’ book, the Seed co-founder helps kids explore the miraculous world of gut bacteria—and teaches them how to nourish these “invisible friends.”

Updated Nov. 17, 2021
baby sleeping in swaddle in crib to reduce sids risk

14 science-backed ways to help prevent SIDS in babies

While there's a lot we don't know about SIDS, there are certain steps to take for SIDS prevention in many cases.

Updated Oct. 03, 2024
baby eating a spoonful of purees

Toxic heavy metals are *still* present in baby food: What you need to know

A new congressional report exposes the inaction of certain baby food companies.

Updated Apr. 13, 2022
mom helping little girl with a bandaid - flu shot before Halloween

Why the AAP wants kids to get a flu shot before Halloween this year

Kids under 5 are at a higher risk of serious complications from flu.

Updated Sep. 04, 2024
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5 safety apps and tools that remind parents there’s a baby in the back seat

Every year kids are left in hot cars–and as much as we think it could never happen, it does.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022
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It’s science: Cuddling your baby changes their DNA—for the better

TL;DR: parents should never worry that they're hugging a baby too much.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

The 8 most common food allergies mamas should have on their radar

Introducing solids can be tricky (and messy) enough for parents. It gets…

Updated Oct. 26, 2021
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Caring for your newborn baby during the COVID-19 pandemic

Here's exactly to handle postpartum visits + social distancing with a newborn right now.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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3 best humidifiers to help baby (and you!) breathe easier

From soothing illness to improving sleep it's a nursery must-have.

Updated Mar. 14, 2023
mom holding a sleeping newborn baby on her chest while thinking about rules for visiting a newborn

10 crucial rules for visiting a newborn

When visiting a newborn, remember, it's about them, not you

Updated Oct. 17, 2022

Here’s why using a stroller cover in summer could be dangerous

When the temps rise, so does the risk of heatstroke.

Updated Jun. 14, 2022
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