Babies

Babies often can't—or won't—sleep. Why is your little one having trouble? Here are 12 common reasons why your baby is having sleep problems, with solutions for helping them—and you!—get a good night's sleep.

If your baby is grinding their teeth, don't panic! Here are five easy remedies that any parent can use to relieve bruxism in their child.

Are babies with flat heads more common these days? They appear to be, and experts believe they know why. Find out more about a common condition called plageocephaly.

Why it's recommended to breastfeed a toddler, the benefits of doing so, tips on weaning, and how to deal with comments about it.

Importance of stimulation for babies. Newborn stimulation refers to the various activities that you can do with your newborn baby in order to help them develop both physically and mentally. Research has shown that newborn stimulation can have a number of benefits for both babies and their parents.

You may have heard that "breast is best," but there are plenty of benefits to formula feeding your little one.

Answers to all new mothers' questions about breastfeeding a newborn, including recognizing the signs your baby is hungry, how to get a good latch, positions to try, signs your baby is getting enough, and more.

This article explains how you can safely co-sleep or bedshare with your baby, and also lists the situations when it is known to be more dangerous.

Having a baby in summer? Here are some tips of taking care of your newborn in the summer to make sure they don't overheat.

Amazon Echo Show (aka Alexa) can be used as a baby monitor with a few improvisations. In this article, we discuss two options to set up Alexa as a baby monitor.

Choosing a theme for your baby's room is one of the special perks of pregnancy. Will you do something soothing and mellow, or fun and adventurous? Check out the themes below to get some inspiration for your new space!

Using baby food purees in cooking is a great way to get your baby to eat fruits, vegetables, and meat they may not enjoy in puree form. Baby food pancakes are quick to make and can be frozen for quick breakfasts or snacks.

Making butter out of breast milk may sound weird or gross, but it is a great way for breastfeeding moms with extra milk to use it all up so no drop goes to waste. Breast milk butter is easily made with items you have on hand at home.

Does your little one hate traveling in the car? It's not uncommon. Here we'll discuss methods to improve your baby's reaction to their car seat and stop them from crying between destinations so that you can drive safely!

For something so small, babies do create a lot of waste. People “out there” are using cloth diapers, but it can feel like fumbling in the dark to make the switch. Are they only a serious option if you live a radical lifestyle?

There are many story options available to read to babies. Here are some book suggestions appropriate for a baby from newborn to one year based on my own experience as a mother.

Magic Butt Cream is one of the best creams to take care of almost any diaper rash your child might have. The best part is that you can make it at home!

It can be hard to find baby-safe snacks that your baby likes to eat. Puffworks Baby Organic Peanut Butter Puffs are a great option to introduce your baby to peanuts to help prevent peanut allergies from developing.

You may already have an adult emergency kit in case of a hurricane or power outage, but don't forget about baby bags. Here are ideas for what to pack, including pre-soaped disposable washcloths.

These protein-packed lactation cookies feature crunchy peanut butter, chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, and hemp seeds, chia seeds, and flaxseed. They have no eggs or dairy, and the recipe is flexible, healthy, and delicious!

No one expects you to keep up with household chores when you just had a baby. But if you're like me, cleaning keeps you sane! Here are some ideas for making the time!

Are you dealing with horrible anxiety or worse anxiety after having a baby? You're not alone. It turns out that postpartum anxiety might be more common than postpartum depression. Here are some tips for how to cope.

I overpacked the first time we took my daughter to stay overnight at a relative's house. Hopefully, these tips will prevent you from doing the same.

Here are my top 25 items that you absolutely have to have to make your baby's first month of life stress-free and easy.

Guidance for dads and other partners on how to be supportive in the first few weeks of breastfeeding a newborn. Practical tips including providing food and water, doing nappy changes and housework and also providing emotional support.

Read through what I found surprising about the experience of breastfeeding as a clueless first-time mother—from possible positions to sleeping and breastfeeding to fountains of sweet milk gushing everywhere.

Nipples sore or cracked from breastfeeding? Breastfeeding is a great bonding experience for both mother and child, but it can be hard to bond when it hurts each time your baby latches on. These tips will help heal sore or cracked nipples to make feeding your baby a comfortable experience.

Infant rashes are noticeable changes in your baby’s skin that can be distressing. Here's how to tell the difference between four of the most common rashes.

What you need to buy for breastfeeding at the start, and some things you think you might need that you don’t. Avoid falling in the trap of buying things you don’t need.

Nobody likes missing sleep due to a child who refuses to go to bed at a reasonable time. Finding what works can be hard. So we decided to share a few things we tried and what worked for us to help you get the precious shut-eye.

Breast pumping at work can feel very overwhelming at first. Where will you pump? Will you have enough time? How will your coworkers feel about it? Breast pumping at work does take some commitment, but it's not hard with a few simple tips. I'll share with you how I do it.

Find out if you need a child car seat if you are traveling in a taxi, Uber, or rented car in the U.K.

Even if you don't know someone who has lost a baby, there are things that every childless parent wants you to know. It may be an uncomfortable subject for most, but baby deaths do happen and affect the lives of parents more than you may think.

When babies cry they alert caregivers of their needs or problems. Learn why it's important to pick them up.

It's been a long haul and now you're getting ready to bring your preemie home. Here's what you'll want to have, along with some advice from experienced NICU moms.

After you've delivered a beautiful baby, you will be exhausted. You would think your sweet baby would be too, but oftentimes that's not the case. We're going to go over a few things you can do to help get your baby to sleep through the night!

Struggling to decide what to put on your baby registry? Creating the perfect baby registry can be daunting. There are a few key items that people don't think about enough. Here are my top ten baby items that are both necessary and incredibly useful.

Having a baby can be an overwhelming experience. Sometimes the last thing we want is for visitors to show up unannounced. Here are some helpful ways you can help keep visitors in check after your sweet baby arrives!

Are you afraid to cut your baby's nails? Wondering when you can even start cutting your newborn's nails? Worried you're not doing it right? Get all of your questions answered right here!

Baby won't be quiet? Looking for solutions? If your baby would rather scream than sleep, I've got about a dozen ideas for you to try to get your baby to sleep so you can get some sleep too.

Don't forget anything with this amazing diaper bag checklist. It lists everything you need, all the essentials for an emergency diaper bag, plus all the things that most parents forget!

Enfamil Gentlease vs Parent's Choice Gentle and up & up Gentle: Which formula is better for your baby, or is there even a difference? This in-depth look at ingredients, nutrients, and cost will help you decide.

Making baby food at home is a great way to ensure you know exactly what your baby's eating. If you want to go all organic, avoid preservatives and additives while saving money, then this is for you!

The practice of blessing or dedicating babies continues based on the welcome that Jesus extended to infants, and on the parents' awareness that they need divine wisdom and guidance in proper parenting.

If your baby is peeing through their diapers every night, it will inevitably cause problems sleeping for both you and your little one. Here are nine of the best tips, tricks, and methods for stopping nighttime diaper leaks.

Hair tourniquets occur when a baby gets a hair or thread wrapped around their toe. This can be serious if not detected early. Find out how to remove the hair at home and when to head to the doctor.

Nervous about being a first-time parent? Seasoned parents love to tell new moms and dads that raising children is the toughest job they'll ever love. They couldn't be more right. Here are five tips I've learned.

Are you looking for a way to make bath time less stressful? Here are tips for taking a bath with your baby.

If you're struggling with persistent diaper rash, this may be the diaper rash cream for you! It is the only one that saved my newborn from her persistent diaper rash.

I believe breastfeeding is the best choice. Wondering how to breastfeed twins? Although breastfeeding twins is a challenge, it's totally possible. Get tips, tricks, and advice for successfully breastfeeding twins from a mom who's done it.