It’s hard not to swoon over itty-bitty baby shoes and newborn hats—but when it comes time to put together a comprehensive baby registry that’ll cover all of baby’s and your new-parent needs, things start feeling a little more daunting. There’s a lot a newborn needs. Then again, there are some common baby registry items you can get along just fine without. So what’s a must and what can you skip? Read on for our best advice....
On June 17, 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted emergency use authorization (EUA) of the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5 years old. For many, it’s been long awaited—but parents still have questions and concerns. We reached out to pediatric experts to answer the top questions parents have about the COVID vaccine for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. How Many Kids Under 5 Years Have Tested Positive for COVID-19?...
When it comes to childbirth, there are a lot of unknowns. To prep for labor and delivery—both physically and mentally—it’s helpful to brush up on some of the procedures that your doctor might recommend during the birth. So if your doctor tosses out the term “episiotomy” after you’ve spent a good while pushing, you know exactly what it means, what’s involved and how to come to an informed decision together with your medical team....
Postpartum depression used to be a taboo topic. No one talked about it and no one dared to admit they were going through it. Fast-forward to 2017—postpartum depression is now a hot topic. Celebrities like Chrissy Teigen and Brooke Shields have opened up about their struggles, which has helped women realize that postpartum depression is not something to be ashamed of. But what’s the difference between postpartum depression and a typical case of the baby blues?...
Preschool is your child’s first taste of “big kid” school, and if it’s your first child, it’s likely to be your first experience as well. Because of this, you may have plenty of questions when it comes to preschool age and programs. When searching for a preschool program, you may notice some call themselves “pre-K” while others use the term “preschool.” Many parents often ask if there’s even a difference....
No matter what style of class you choose, check the instructor’s certification and credentials in advance. Look for a class with three to ten students, and go for one that meets for short sessions over several weeks — you’ll learn and retain more than from one marathon session. Find reviews of specific classes from local parents on lilaguide.com. Before you sign up, find out what topics the class will cover. These should include instruction on comfort, support, relaxation and positioning for labor, epidurals and other pain meds, possible complications and interventions during delivery, and birth plan options....
If baby is gaining weight appropriately, your milk supply is probably fine. Some experts think colicky babies can sometimes confuse stomach cramps with hunger, making them want to eat more often. Some docs recommend feeding a colicky baby smaller, more frequent meals, since an excess of milk can cause intestinal gas. Reflux can cause discomfort for babies too, making them want to eat more frequently (milk feels soothing as it goes down)....
We work with a lot of parents who want to start sleep training right away, but there’s not really much you can do in terms of training within the first few months. What you can do is make sure the nursery is as sleep-friendly as possible so that baby has the foundation for sleep training down the road. Try these recommendations to help baby learn the difference between sleep time and awake time: [ ] Expose baby to indirect sunlight/daylight in between naps to help regulate their internal clock....
Uterine fibroids can be life-altering for some women, and they don’t magically go away when you get pregnant. If you have a history with fibroids, it’s understandable to wonder how they’ll impact your pregnancy and what kind of treatment, if any, may be available to you. Ditto if you suddenly develop fibroid-like symptoms while expecting. If you suspect you have uterine fibroids during pregnancy, talk to your doctor. In the meantime, here’s the lowdown on uterine fibroids and pregnancy....
Holding your precious newborn in your arms is the ultimate reward after a long and exhausting nine+ months of pregnancy. Nothing fills your mama heart with joy quite like watching those tiny eyelids flutter as you cradle your little love. (And those sleepy sounds give you all the warm and fuzzies!) You enjoy cuddling that snoozing cutie of yours—and they love it too. But let’s be honest: It’s not always a practical solution for naps and bedtime....
I couldn’t sleep last night. I woke up at 2 a.m. panicking about all the things I have to accomplish in the next seven days. The countdown to Christmas is real, and I’m my own veritable advent calendar of holly-jolly traditions, festive activities and obligatory outings. As the officially unofficial holiday magic maker in my family, the pressure to create joy, spread cheer and make memories is intense—and I’m starting to crack like a pre-assembled gingerbread house....
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Your newborn is picture-perfect, of course—but as you memorize every square inch of your little one, you may notice some blemishes on their otherwise brand-new skin. What gives? It’s not as if they’ve been chowing down on fast food. Those bumps may be red and raised, they may be tiny and white or they may resemble the acne flare-ups you experienced in high school. But while these spots may be disconcerting, they’re actually not surprising, when you think about it: Just like a teenager, a baby experiences profound hormonal shifts as they adjust to the world outside the womb, and that can manifest as baby acne....
Yikes… you’ve got the gear, but what about the clothes and ALL those diapers? Where do you even START figuring out sizes?! Take some advice from new moms, they’re facing the challenge head on and you can benefit from their experience. Bumpies on the Babies 0-3 Months board share their thoughts here: “My son never fit in newborn diapers because he was too big and newborn clothes fit for about 2 weeks!...
Now that you’re a parent, will summer be all music classes and stroller boot camps? That stuff’s fine and dandy, but there’s no need to cut out your usual grown-up fun. “You can essentially do everything that was in your pre-baby life,” says parenting expert Tammy Gold, founder of Gold Parent Coaching. “You just have to prepare.” Read on for some great summer tips from Gold and other real-life moms. In this article: Hitting the beach with baby Boating with baby on board Outdoor concerts with baby Road trips with baby Camping with baby...
Some screen time’s not such a bad thing when your toddler’s learning a lesson from Elmo or Cookie Monster. A new study from the National Bureau of Economic Resear ch found that kids who watch Sesame Street are 14 percent less likely to be behind in school. That’s about the same benefit of a program like Head Start — a preschool service for kids in low-income areas. In particular, African American children, boys and kids from low-income families benefited the most from Sesame Street, demonstrating a greater likelihood of being the appropriate grade level for their age in school....
My daughter is almost one-and-a-half and this week we enjoyed her first real Halloween. She wore her Cinderella dress and we even had the dog dressed up as her four-legged pumpkin stagecoach. The night started innocently enough: pictures, meeting up with neighbors, checking out the other little kids’ costumes… In fact, the hour or so of trick-or-treating in daylight was near perfect. It was only when the sun went down, and the teenagers came out, that my thoughts turned from jubilation to hesitation as the ratio of little girls dressed as Tinker Bell or Snow White slowly gave way to teen girls dressed as Miami Heat dancers, Rihanna, and a costume I like to call “just-something-skimpy-and-tight-that-allows-me-to-show-my-newfound-cleavage-to-drooling-9th-grade-boys”....
When you’ve got to go, you’ve got to go. Especially when you’re pregnant. And now, there’s an app for that: A new start-up aims to give busy city dwellers access to clean and sanitary restrooms for whenever the urge strikes. Looie, set to launch in New York City’s family-friendly Tribeca neighborhood later this month, plans to charge $25 a month for a key that provides entry to nearby restrooms along with an app that locates them for you....
Fertility experts continue to amaze us with dramatic improvements in treatments and technologies. With research and development moving so quickly, advancements that were thought to be pure fiction a generation ago are now well-established medical doctrine. Scientists continue to study the field of reproductive endocrinology and infertility with the hopes of helping most anyone who wants to conceive a healthy baby realize their dreams. *_Fewer twins and triplets *_One key area you’re likely to see in the near future is the reduction in rates of multiple pregnancies....
No, there aren’t any studies to date that link these drugs with infertility. Still, if it’s possible, try other remedies (i.e. a humidifier, some chicken soup, and a good night’s rest) to help with cold symptoms and contact your physician to see what medications are safe to take if you are trying to conceive. In terms of pregnancy, antihistamines are not known to have a negative impact; however, most decongestants are not recommended during pregnancy because they may contain pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine....
