Infant are innocent, pure, adorable and that cute human being between the ages of birth and 2 years. This period is very critical and the most important need at this particular stage is not just shelter, clothing, food, water and air, which…
Baby Bedtime Routines That Work
The sooner you establish a bedtime routine for your little one, the better. Your child will quickly learn to appreciate the predictability and consistency leading up to bedtime. A bedtime routine is great for parents, too—as you may be able to make…
8 Foods You Should Avoid Giving to Your Baby
There are numerous foods that children below one year of age should avoid eating for several different reasons. These foods include the following: Salt According to experts, babies should not consume more than 0.4 grams of salt a day. A baby’s kidneys…
Transitioning to the Sippy Cup
Are you ready to get your child off the bottle? Sippy cups are a great way to transition young children from the bottle to a regular cup. There are lots of advantages to using the sippy cup, including giving your…
Understanding Cradle Cap & How to Treat It
A common question new parents asks their child’s pediatrician is “what is going on with my baby’s head?” Parents often notice white flaky or crusty spots that cannot be picked away because it leaves red sore spots. The condition is…
How to Treat Jaundice in Newborns
Jaundice in newborns is a common and usually harmless condition that causes the skin and the whites of the eyes to be yellow. Neonatal jaundice is the medical term for jaundice.
How to Soothe a Teething Baby
While some babies sprout their first few teeth with absolutely no problems, other babies—and their parents—have to deal with the long and painful process of teething. Here are some remedies you can try to soothe a teething baby. The same…
The Best Foods and Foods to Avoid for Eating Beginners
It is time to start your little one on finger food and you are worried about everything that could go wrong. For starters, you are concerned whether your little one will be eating enough, and what happens if they get…
Should My Baby Use a Walker?
Before a baby takes his or her first steps, many parents wonder whether or not they should buy a walker for their little one. Numerous health professionals and safety experts strongly discourage the use of baby walkers due to the…
Is Your Child Ready for Potty Training?
There is no standard age for children to be ready for potty training. While some children between 18 and 24 months of age may have the physical and cognitive skills necessary to use the potty, this does not necessarily mean…