Newborn
The Pitfalls and Dangers of Common Vaccines
In the 1980s, the U.S. government decided to change the Mandatory Childhood Vaccine Schedule by intensely increasing the number of vaccines an infant and toddler should receive before the age of three. Back then, no one fully understood the implications of this until autism cases began springing up in large numbers.
Checking Babysitter References: Approaches, Questions, and Answers
Even if you're considering a babysitter who is applying for her first sitting job, you should ask each candidate for references before you turn over your house keys and precious little handfuls.
The Motherhood Club
There are few experiences as dramatic as that of becoming a mother. One moment you're totally in control of your own destiny: the next, you've surrendered yourself to meeting demands of a tiny infant. Read "http://www.pregnancy.org/article/motherhood-club" to learn more.
Which Diapers?
Those landfill diapers that are so easily tossed into the trash are clearly a major ecological issue. But what about the energy, water, and often chlorine involved in laundering cloth diapers? Read "Which Diapers Are Better for the Planet?" to learn more.
Sleeping Arrangements
As hard as it may be to imagine, there exists a rather basic parenting issue that regularly generates even more controversy than circumcision or the disposable-versus-cloth diapers-debate: whether or not to have your child sleep in the same bed as you and your partner. Read "Sleeping Arrangements" to learn more.
Preventing Torticollis
Since 1994, the "Back to Sleep" national campaign to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death sydrome has dramatically decreased the number of infant deaths from SIDS. However, certain neck positional problems have increased. One of these is torticollis (wry neck). Read "Preventing Torticollis (wry neck)" to learn more.
Baby's Blood Type
Curious about what your baby's blood type could be? Author/researcher Anai Rhoads shows you all the possibilities in the article "Baby's Blood Type".
Care for your Uncircumcised Baby
Mothers don't have personal experience of how to clean a boy's foreskin and are often unsure of what to do. Read "How to Care for your Uncircumcised Baby's Foreskin" to learn more.
First Month of Fatherhood
You have arrived home from the hospital proud, excited and perhaps a bit exhausted from the experience of childbirth. What's next? Read "The First Month of Fatherhood" to find out.
First-Born Jealousy
Before the baby entered your family, your toddler was told he'd have a wonderful little brother to play with, and how much fun it would be. Then the little brother is born and your toddler is thinking, "Are you kidding me? This squirming, red-faced baby that takes up all your time and attention is supposed to be FUN?" Read "First-Born Jealousy" to learn more.
Circumcision: Not Just a Little Snip
Circumcision is as American as apple pie. For the most part, it is not questioned but rather accepted as the standard of care given to newborn babies. Why is this the case?
Are You Ready to Have Another Baby?
Some women are ready to plunge into another pregnancy while they still have one or more children in diapers, others don't even want to think about seeing the pregnancy test come back positive again until their youngest child hops on the school bus for kindergarten! Here are some factors to consider when you're trying to decide whether you're ready to have another baby.
Bumbo Baby Sitter
Bumbo Baby Sitter - great investment. Does require supervision!
No assembly required. Easy to clean! It is excellent for young 3 mo. - 4 year olds! My children use it to watch TV. I use it to help feed baby. It helps if you have a high chair and baby wobbles around. Very simple product, but for me it has been a life saver! Great investment!
Cons:
Unless you are on the floor you can't leave the child alone in it. No seat belt or restraint. For that reason I give it a 5.Product Link:Evenflo Triumph Advance LX Convertible Car Seat
Convertible car seat by Evenflo - highly rated for ease of use, comfort, and safety!
I wouldn't use this with a newborn since I wouldn't be comfortable with the amount of recline (not that much).
For my newborn, I went with an actual infant seat. But I really like this seat a lot. The harness is easy to do/undo, but hard enough for little hands to have difficulty I think (mine's not old enough or quite strong enough to really try yet).
Product Link:Difficult Decision-Making in the NICU
What you are going through is so painful, and all your reactions, thoughts, and emotions are not crazy, but a natural part of the grief you are feeling over this terrible situation. You share much emotional common ground with other preemie parents whose babies are in critical condition.
Curing Colic, Maybe
I buy the idea that babies need another month or two in a womb-like environment to mature. But what do I do to create a this environment for my baby? Here are techniques to use when your baby cries, but they are also preventive tools to keep your infant from getting over-stimulated all day long:
Baby Body Language
Your baby did not come with a manual, but his body language can tell you plenty, including what he needs and wants from you. Some of those early signals are more instinctual than intentional. As he grows older he will use his body language to communicate more. Read "Baby Body Language: The Basics" to learn more.
How to Keep Baby from Catching Sister's Colds?
I have a 3-year-old preschooler and now a 2-week-old baby. How do we keep the baby from catching the coughs and colds her older sister gets from school?
Tips for Breastfeeding Teen Moms
Are there any special consideration that a teen should be aware of while breastfeeding. I am 17 and my baby is due in January. I'm worried about is nutrition, and nursing while going to school...Newborn Screening
Now that you have had your baby and the delivery was a success there is still one more thing to do before your baby heads home. Depending on what state you live in, there are a number of different screening test that your baby will receive. Read "Newborn Screening" to learn more.
- "My Newborn Won't Nap!"
- "The Lion Sleeps Tonight: A Father Writes to His New Baby"
- A Recipe for Sanity: The Working Mother's Survival Guide
- After Baby Arrives, Can Routines Just Go Back to Normal?
- Are Kids Getting in the Way of Your Sexuality?
- Are You Ready to Have Another Baby?
- Asleep All Day, Up All Night
- Babies and Sleep
- Baby Bargains: Ten Sure-Fire Ways to Save Big Bucks on Baby Gear
- Baby Blemishes
- Baby Body Language
- Baby Body Language: The Basics
- Baby Builders' Developmental Milestones
- Baby's Blood Type
- Baby's Blood Type
- Baby's First Test
- BABY... BOOM!
- BABY... BOOM! Surviving the Newborn Stage Together
- Birth Announcement Timeline
- Breastfeeding -- Starting Out Right
