They might be hidden right now, but baby is actually born with a mouthful of teeth. After about six months, those pearly whites will start to emerge, leaving baby in a bit of pain (hello, teething) and you with a lot of questions: How should I brush baby’s teeth? When should we go to the dentist? And why are the teeth growing in crooked? We asked Cathleen Ballance, MD, a pediatrician at K....
It’s no secret tears are shed in the delivery room. Often the one person who gets to bear witness—and document—these moving, emotional labor and delivery scenes are birth photographers. From the first time mother and baby experience skin-to-skin contact to the ritual of documenting, weighing and measuring baby, each moment creates an unforgettable memory book. Take a look as these birth photographers open their portfolio and share some of the special births they were honored to take part in....
Though it’s been a hot topic for years, new research may seriously influence how long you and your partner wait before cutting baby’s umbilical cord. A new study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics found that while there’s no different in IQ, children whose cords were cut more than three minutes after birth had slightly higher fine motor and social skills than those cut within 10 seconds. “There is growing evidence from a number of studies that all infants, those born at term and those born early, benefit from receiving extra blood from the placenta at birth,” neonatologist Heike Rabe, MD, tells NPR....
Father’s Day is upon us, and you know what that typically means: the beginnings of your soon-to-be annual tradition of getting Dad a new tie (well, not around these parts). Dads play a much more important role in your family—as seen in these everyday moments captured on Instagram. And he deserves all the applause for being everything from your labor and delivery MVP to baby’s no. 1 fan and protector. So cue the awwws and try to hold back the tears....
There’s a lot to think about when designing baby’s nursery, from picking out the crib to deciding on wall decor and where you’ll store all of those cute baby clothes. But don’t forget the most important thing: Making sure the room is safe for your child. Here, we’ve gathered up key nursery safety tips, with the help of the American Academy of Pediatrics, to help you set up a room that’s free of common dangers....
Back in the mid-’80s, reports started to spread that a certain brand of cough syrup (yes, it’s Robitussin) could help improve fertility. The thought was that this expectorant — originally engineered to help loosen and thin mucus in the lungs — could also have an effect on mucus a little lower down, in the cervix. One of the active ingredients in the cough medicine, called guaifenesin, helps liquefy mucus in your lungs, so you can cough it up and out of your body....
And the Winner Is: 4moms Cleanwater Tub Juggling a slippery baby can give every new parent pause. A baby bathtub can help ease fears and make the experience fun for everyone. And really, is there anything better than that clean baby smell? There are lots of tubs to choose from, but the revolutionary design of the 4moms Cleanwater Tub won us over. It provides a constant flow of clean water, complete with a digital thermometer to ensure the temperature is safe and comfortable for baby....
The Bump presents Where In the World Is The Bump, a series of summer travel guides featuring tips, favorite picks and insider know-how from local moms for families looking to visit their cities this season. From the best baby-friendly restaurants to preschooler-approved playgrounds, savvy packing lists and more, you’ll get all the honest, parent-proven advice you need to plan your trip. I’m Kim, senior editor over at WeddingWire (sister brand to The Bump)....
No luck finding the perfect name? Join the club. Whether it’s duking out options with your partner or stressing over “Sara” versus “Sarah,” choosing a name can be a fun yet frustrating process. “When it came time to choose names for our son and daughter, we were stumped,” says our editor in chief, Carley Roney. “We didn’t want to be too traditional but were worried that creativity might become a curse on the playground....
Picture this: You’re heading to the airport for a family vacation, and, not surprisingly, cutting it pretty close on time. But you’re going to make it! As you snake your way through the security line with your not-so-enthusiastic 2-year-old, he starts to whine, wriggle, sink into the floor. You promise a surprise once you’re through. You’ve caught his attention. You’re through, and out comes the sacred lollipop. It’s green. He wanted red....
Six years into being a parent, I still get mom guilt on a regular basis: When I leave a sick child with my husband to run errands in peace, when I kick the younger kid to a sitter so I can attend a school event for my older one, when I cut their bedtime reading short to hurry downstairs to watch TV alone. But absolutely nothing compares to the moment three and a half years ago when, during my second pregnancy, my midwife handed me the consent form for having a VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean....
Wondering what to expect as a first-time dad? You’re not alone! A new baby naturally has a huge effect on your life, including your relationship with your partner. We asked fathers to shed some light on how having kids changed their marriages. While we were expecting tons of dads to say, “Sex? What’s that?” (and plenty did), we got a lot of unexpected confessions too! From the good to the bad, these dads aren’t holding back....
It’s a fact of pregnancy: Before the awws come the owws. Yes, labor pain can be excruciating, but thankfully, doctors have a number of options for easing it. The question is: Which one is right for you? One factor to consider is your level of pain tolerance: Can you typically handle discomfort, or do you cringe at the thought of a flu shot? Do you think you’ll want medication to quash labor pain discomfort ASAP, or are you okay waiting until later into your labor?...
Coming into pregnancy as a diabetic is no easy task, and it’s important to make sure you’re getting the appropriate high-risk care as well as paying attention to diet and exercise. If you have type 2 diabetes, what and how often you eat will have a bigger effect on your health. Focus on having small, frequent and well-balanced meals, keeping an eye on your carbohydrate consumption. Aim for a minimum of 140 grams of carbs a day, or about 10 servings (a serving is about 15 grams; that’s about the amount you’d find in one slice of bread, half a banana, 1/3 cup of rice, half a cup of pasta, an apple, 2/3 cup of peas, a cup of broccoli, a small container of low-fat yogurt, or a cup of fat-free milk....
The Bump presents #MomBoss, a series dedicated to showing off all-star moms. We catch up with mompreneurs behind products we love, influencers who get real about motherhood and SAHMs who can multitask in their sleep. Ellie Knaus is the mom you never met but know would be your best friend IRL. After Knaus had her first kid, she quickly realized she needed an outlet to release her pent-up parenting woes. Like many, she turned to podcasts....
A recent study led by Sarah Kimmins from McGill University found that your daddy-to-be’s diet before conception may play just as big a role in baby’s development as a woman’s does. Yep! You heard that correctly, dudes, so pass on the fully loaded cheese fries, will ya? The research, which focused on the vitamin B9 (also known as folate and can be found in green leafy veggies, fruits, cereals and meats)....
Thinking about delivering baby outside of the hospital? You’re not alone. The latest research released from the CDC shows that more and more moms-to-be are choosing to have their babies in “out-of-hospital” locations — and the trend continues to grow. In 1900, almost all of US births took place outside a hospital and although the “alternative” location trend is still fairly rare, the impact of women choosing to deliver in a place outside the hospital could deeply affect facility usage, clinician training, resource allocation and healthcare costs....
Whether you’re aiming for part-time or full-time care, there comes a time in every working mom’s life when she asks herself an important question: What are the best childcare choices for my child? You’re not alone in agonizing over this decision. Sixty-two percent of parents say it’s really hard to find affordable, quality childcare—and this is true for all parents, regardless of how many zeros are on your paycheck—according to the Pew Research Center....
The flood of emotions that come over you when you see a line on that stick usually come in this order: Wow. Is this for real? It can’t be… but it is! I’m so happy, but I’m so scared. What do I do now? OMG, how in the world can we afford a baby? Yes, having a child will definitely require some recalculating of the family budget, but being pregnant doesn’t have to cost a fortune....
When it comes to providing dinner, dads know that take-out should be left for emergencies only (like that time you tried to clean the oven with ammonia and had to seal off the room for two days). What better way to provide for your family than by showering them with a hearty, creative meal? Of course, not all of us are blessed with creativity in the kitchen, but that doesn’t mean cooking should be out of our reach....
