Health

Talking to teens about suicide and self-harm can save lives
But there are insidious myths that often prevent parents from having these conversations.

My 5-year-old asked to go plant-based: This is what we learned
If your child would like to make a similar choice, here are tips and takeaways from our experience as we supported our daughter in her meat-free journey.

Baby milestones by month: A parents’ guide to tracking your child’s development in the first year
From rolling over to those first steps, here’s what to know about your baby’s development each month.

I became a 4th trimester traveling physician to transform postpartum care
Our system does not adequately address the medical struggles postpartum mothers face. I’m trying to make changes, one home visit at a time

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).

10-month-old baby health & growth guide
This month, show baby that rest time is just as important as playtime.

Here’s what it’s like to be the parent of a trans child right now
Anti-trans legislation is on the rise, and we are not OK.

9-month-old baby health & growth guide
Now’s a perfect time to start incorporating baby into your family mealtime rituals.

SNOO gets FDA approval for keeping sleeping babies on their backs
Insurance companies could cover the cost of SNOO in the future.

8-month-old baby health & growth guide
Is your bub turning up their nose at certain foods? Stay the course.

7-month-old baby health & growth guide
Get ready to expand your baby foodie’s palate. Beets and blueberries, anyone?

14 questions you may have about your newborn, answered by a pediatrician
8. Why does my baby sound like Darth Vader?

6-month-old baby health & growth guide
You’ve reached the halfway mark! That’s major, mama, for both of you.

5-month-old baby health & growth guide
Your mini is ready to be on the move—making now a good time for babyproofing.

Do you really need cervical checks in late pregnancy?
In some cases, those uncomfortable cervical checks may be optional. An OB-GYN shares what you need to know.

4-month-old baby health & growth guide
Month four can be full of sweet daytime giggles—and up-all-night-teething cries.

3-month-old baby health & growth guide
You’re both officially out of the fourth trimester—and hopefully finding your groove in your new life together.

2-month-old baby health & growth guide
From first smiles (swoon!) to a slightly more predictable daily routine, we hope that life is starting to ease a bit.

Update: Some recalled Gerber Good Start formulas were shipped out after the recall
No illnesses have been reported, but here's what parents need to know.