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Cleaning baby’s teeth? Staying in touch with friends? Baby’s understanding of “no”? See all 0-6 months Q&As Grabbing and dropping Blocks are a great toy for her — they’re big enough for her to grab and encourage the thumb-and-forefinger grip that she’ll continue to develop over the coming months. She’s also learning the fun (for her) game of dropping things. Though it might feel as though she’s just trying to torture you, she actually likes hearing the sound objects make when they hit the ground....

Just found out you’re about to become a grandfather? Congratulations! You’re probably already looking forward to cuddles, kisses and hearing them say your name for the first time. But before that special moment happens, you’ve got a big decision to make: what grandfather name will you go by? While “Grandpa” is always an option, these days many men are picking more unique grandfather names for their newest role in life. Need help brainstorming some ideas?...

You’re pregnant and suddenly you’re fighting with your partner about baby names, money and even sex. Sure, pregnancy is only temporary, but how you deal with disagreements now can have a huge effect on the future of your relationship. “The most important factor in setting up a happy relationship after baby’s born is the quality of your relationship while you’re still expecting,” says Rhona Berens, PhD, CPCC, a life coach who counsels new and expectant parents though ParentAlliance....

Who among us hasn’t heard the joke, “my parents did [insert lax behavior] when I was little, and I turned out fine!” But if you’re a first-time grandparent taking care of a new baby, it’s important to understand that the rules for keeping babies safe have changed profoundly since your own parenting days. Read on for an overview of how the landscape has changed, so you know exactly how to best keep your grandchild safe when under your care....

It’s only natural to be concerned about every aspect of your pregnancy. After all, your top priority is to ensure the health of that sweet little one growing inside you. So if you’ve been told you have an anterior placenta, you’re likely wondering what that means and whether it can pose a threat to baby. Fortunately, you can rest assured that this scientific-sounding term simply means your placenta is positioned in front of baby....

Unless your baby has special dietary needs, cow’s milk-based formula is a safe bet that’s packed with the best blend of protein, carbs and fat. We focused on the least expensive option—powder—that most closely mimics breast milk. WHAT WE LOVE Enspire contains the same immune-strengthening protein as colostrum called lactoferrin Just like breast milk, lactose is Enspire’s only sweetening agent; there’s no corn maltodextrin, an ingredient found in many other formulas Packed with both prebiotics and probiotics, it’s designed for baby to easily digest Parents rave how easy it is to mix...

Yup, most moms can eat citrus fruits without any problems while breastfeeding. In fact, citrus fruits are great for nursing moms, either as a snack or as part of a meal, since they’re full of vitamin C. You may have heard that the acid in citrus fruits can upset baby’s stomach, but most babies actually have no problem after mom eats citrus. Of course, you’ll want to watch your baby to see how he or she reacts, just in case he’s one of the few exceptions....

Have you noticed dry, flaky or scaly patches on baby’s head? It may be a case of cradle cap. Don’t worry—this common skin condition isn’t harmful to baby, but you’re probably eager to restore her scalp to that sweet, silky softness all the same. Here, find everything you need to know, including what causes it and how to get rid of cradle cap. In this article: What is cradle cap? What causes cradle cap?...

Four and a half months after giving birth to my daughter, I met up with a friend. He took one look at me and said “Holy sh*t! That’s the way chicks need to look. Girls need to take a page out of your playbook.” It was meant to be a compliment, but it had me fuming. A week later, a girl I knew saw me in a bathing suit and casually asked, “You train in martial arts and lift weights all the time, but you still have cellulite!...

What is gonorrhea during pregnancy? Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease that, if you have it during delivery, could affect baby at birth. What are the signs of gonorrhea? Most people with gonorrhea don’t notice any signs or symptoms. Symptoms (if you have any) can be even harder to spot during pregnancy because they include vaginal discharge and vaginal bleeding or spotting — both of which can happen during pregnancy anyhow — and occasional discomfort or burning while peeing....

What is hepatitis during pregnancy? Hepatitis is an infection and inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. There are several different kinds of hepatitis viruses, including hepatitis A, hepatitis B and hepatitis C. What are the signs of hepatitis during pregnancy? Common signs of hepatitis include nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, fever, abdominal pain and jaundice, or yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. The problem is, depending on the type of virus, symptoms might not show up for months or years after infection, or you may have no symptoms at all....

For starters, never, ever leave your toddler unsupervised around your pet. Rover may have just one last patient ear or tail pull in him before he loses his temper. Teach her not to approach the dog when he’s asleep under any circumstances, how to react when the dog growls, and discourage her from putting the dog’s toys or food in her mouth, which a possessive dog could read as a threat....

The Montessori philosophy has been around for over a century, but it’s recently seen a resurgence in popularity among American parents, with increased interest in everything from Montessori schools to Montessori toys. Rooted in the concepts of encouraging each child’s independence and creating sensory learning opportunities, it’s a philosophy that easily extends beyond the classroom to be implemented at home. Here’s how. In this article: What is Montessori? Applying Montessori philosophy at home Creating a Montessori environment for babies Creating a Montessori environment for toddlers Creating a Montessori environment for preschoolers and up...

Funny how people somehow think this is an appropriate question, right? If you don’t feel like sharing the poundage, evade the question. Here are a few phrases that might help. “Oh, enough! This baby sure likes chocolate.” “So far, so good—the doctor says I’m right on track with her expectations.” “Not as much as I thought I would. I think the yoga classes are helping.” “Ha. You can really tell the baby’s growing, right?...

You know you’ve got to go back to work—and you know you want to keep breastfeeding baby. But how are you going to actually pull it off? A traveling sales rep, a teacher, a surgeon and others share their secrets for breastfeeding (and pumping!) on the job. Get a really, really good pump As tempting as it is to get that single, manual pump because it’s super affordable, you really will make your day-to-day five thousand times easier if you get a double, electric pump....

Other than finding out whether you’re having a boy or a girl, most women prefer to do without surprises when expecting. We all want pregnancy to go according to plan, and this includes hitting the full-term delivery window of about 40 weeks. So if signs of preterm labor, such as early-stage contractions, appear weeks in advance of your due date, confusion and panic may set in—and that’s absolutely understandable. It’s also understandable that, until reading this article, you’ve probably paid zero attention to what causes preterm labor....

You have it all perfectly planned. You’ve been meticulously tracking your cycles and you’re sure you’re ovulating today. Break out the candles and scatter those rose petals, because tonight is totally the night to try for baby. Not quite how your baby making went down? As Bumpies shared, even the best laid of plans can go astray, resulting in some pretty funny bedroom bloopers. And our users are firm believers that some sex mishaps are too funny not to share....

If your weight is what’s considered in the “normal” range (that means you have a body mass index of 18 to 25) before you conceive, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends a gain of 25 to 35 pounds throughout pregnancy. You want to aim to add 3 to 5 pounds during your first trimester and then 1 to 2 pounds every week after. If you’re underweight at the time of conception, you should gain 28 to 40 pounds, and if you’re overweight, try to keep it to 15 to 25 pounds....

When it comes to your pregnancy and your baby, you’re going to be on the receiving end of an obnoxious amount of advice. You’ll hear everything from the mundane and expected—like, “enjoy every minute,” “sleep when the baby sleeps” and “you can’t spoil a newborn”—to the more intrusive and mildly aggressive—like, “breast is best,” “your baby eats what you eat” and “never let a baby cry it out.” I’m the first one to tell you, don’t listen to any of it....

This post was written by Jane Buckingham, Huggies expert and author of Modern Girl’s Guide to Motherhood So you just found out you’re pregnant, now what to do? Upon seeing that little pink plus sign, excitement and emotion flood through you but, when reality sets in, questions can start to consume you. What should I do first? What will life as a mother be like? Women are seeking pregnancy information from any and all sources—especially online:...