Babies & What to Expect Videos

Getting a toddler to sleep can be tricky, but it can be accomplished by keeping the child active, establishing a routine and staying consistent. Learn how to get a toddler to sleep by preparing...

Changing a diaper can be messy and stressful, but it helps to talk to the baby, distract them with a mobile and give them something to look at. Discover how to cope with diaper-changing struggles...

When buying baby clothes, check with family and friends for hand-me-downs because children grow quickly and may never get a chance to wear clothes that are bought. Buy baby clothes and avoid...

When picking out a car seat, do some research, check with family and friends and check the quality of the seat. Pick out a car seat that is easy to transport with tips from a day care owner in...

When buying a BPA-free sippy cup, do research with family and friends, trade with manufacturers, or look for cups that aren't clear plastic. Buy BPA-free sippy cups locally or through...

When changing a baby's cloth diaper, have a separate bag for the dirty diaper, clean the area, and make sure the diaper is tight and secure. Change a baby's cloth diaper, whether it has Velcro or...

When choosing a lunch box, decide what food will be carried inside, and let the child in on the process. Pick out a good lunch box with compartments and a thermos by following tips from a day care...

When potty training girls, talk to them about potty training, lead by example, and try not to put stress on the child. Learn how to potty train girls through a routine with tips from a day care...

When packing a baby's suitcase, bring bottles, a plastic storage bag for dirty diapers, wipes, changes of clothes, a first-aid kit and a small mat for changing diapers. Pack a baby's suitcase with...

When packing a toddler's suitcase, bring plastic storage bags, wipes, snacks, extra clothes and a first-aid kit. Depending on the duration and location of a trip, bring whatever a toddler may need...

Giving a baby a massage at home involves finding a nice soft area and using light circular motions on their shoulders, arms, legs and back. Massage a baby after a bath with tips from a day care...

Massage a baby to help relieve gas or colic by keeping them comfortable, warm and making sure to rub their tummy. Help to relieve gas or colic for a baby by giving them a massage with tips from a...

In order to get a baby to sleep through the night, consider the child's schedule, stick to a consistent routine and be patient. Get a baby to sleep through the night by monitoring their energy...

When making a bubble solution, let kids help stir the mixture and get involved in the fun process. Create the perfect bubble solution for kids with tips from a day care owner in this free video on...

Before potty training a child, make sure that they are ready by looking for signs that the child is letting the parent know they are ready. Potty train a child and avoid pressure and stress with...

When positioning an infant for sleep, always make sure to put them on their back before they naturally know how to roll around. Put a baby to bed and eliminate all possibilities of suffocation...

When packing a child's lunch, include a fork and spoon, fruit, vegetables, a sandwich and a napkin. Pack a kid's lunch in Tupperware with tips from a day care owner in this free video on parenting...

Clean teething rings by running them through the dishwasher or sterilizing them in boiling water. Use soap and water to clean teething rings on an everyday basis with advice from the parent of a 2...

Some home remedies for teething babies include using a cold, wet washcloth, frozen vegetables or apples. Find a teething ring that the baby will like with tips from the parent of a 2 year old in...

Buy diapers in bulk by visiting large retailers or searching online for special deals. Always purchase the largest box of diapers that is available to get the best deal with tips from the parent...

Make gripe water by crushing dill seeds, mixing the seeds with chamomile tea and mixing it all with sugar. Use gripe water too sooth gas in babies with tips from the parent of a 2 year old in this...

Comfort a teething child by giving them children's Tylenol and teething rings that are cool and gummy. Identify the symptoms of teething in a baby, including drooling and a red, swollen face, with...

Take a baby's temperature by using an electric ear thermometer that will work quickly and painlessly. Buy a baby thermometer with a disposable sleeve with information from the parent of a 2 year...

Stock a diaper bag with a portable changing table, diapers, rubber gloves, Ziploc bags, diaper cream, a bottle and formula. Bring snacks, toys and a pacifier in a diaper to occupy babies with...

Give a baby his or her first haircut by distracting them with a favorite toy or television show, combing the hair straight down and then snipping the hair straight across. Cut a baby's hair in a...

Determine if a baby is constipated by monitoring the number of bowel movements each day and looking for small, hard pebbly stools. Treat constipation in a baby giving the baby plenty of water with...

Change a baby's diaper by lifting up the baby's bottom to release the soiled diaper, wiping the baby clean and then putting on a new diaper. For the first week, use a soft cloth and water to...

Clip a baby's fingernails by finding a time when the baby is relaxed and using safety clippers to remove the sharp edges of nails. Distract an older baby with a television show in order to clip...

In order to get a baby to sleep through the night, make sure they get a good meal, that they take a bath and that they don't take any naps after five o'clock. Provide comfort to a baby when trying...

In order to get a baby to sleep all night, make sure that there is a lot of activity after supper time. Give a baby a bath before bed with advice from a career mother in this free video on baby...

When storing breast milk, use clean bottles and nipples and pick out a comfortable breast pump for extracting the milk. Rotate breast milk when storing it with advice from a career mother in this...

There are several ways to store milk for babies, including powdered formula and liquid formula, which both need to be kept in sterilized bottles. Use sterilized bottle nipples and rings to keep...

When hiring a babysitter, it's important for a parent to outline the rules of the home and to make sure that the child is comfortable with the babysitter. Pick a responsible babysitter with advice...

Buying a baby monitor is helpful for mom's to supervise while completing other tasks. Buy a baby monitor with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Buying baby pacifiers is a great way to appease crying newborns. Buy baby pacifiers with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Buying a baby Pack n' Play allows the baby to safely play or nap alone in a secure environment. Buy a baby Pack n' Play with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Choosing a baby stroller is an important step in gathering baby equipment. Choose the right baby stroller with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Buying a baby swing sooths fussy babies and gives the parents time to finish other tasks. Buy a baby swing with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Baby bottles come in all different shapes and sizes to accommodate different needs. Choose baby bottles with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

When buying baby diapers, consider different options, like disposable, biodegradable and cloth. Buy baby diapers with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Bassinets and Moses baskets are pieces of baby equipment that allow a baby to take naps on the go. Buy bassinets with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Buying a baby car seat is important to consider the safety of the child. Buy a baby car seat with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Choosing a baby crib requires research to get the best features for the best price. Choose a baby crib with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Baby diaper bags become a mother's best friend, carrying everything baby-related for the day. Choose a baby diaper bag with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Buying a baby highchair is an investment that will last up to two years. Buy a baby highchair with tips from a baby store manager in this free video on child care.

Mothers have a legal right to breastfeed their baby in public, no matter where the mother happens to be when her baby needs to eat. Learn more about the legal rights of breastfeeding women with...

Using baby wraps for carrying and breastfeeding your baby in public has been used for hundreds of years around the world. Learn more about the history of using baby wraps for public breastfeeding...

A mei tai is a common baby carrier but can also be used for breastfeeding in public. Learn how to use a mei tai for public breastfeeding with tips from a lactation educator in this free parenting...

A baby wrap is a common carrier for babies, but it is also good for breastfeeding in public. Learn how to use a baby wrap for public breastfeeding with tips from a lactation educator in this free...

A ring sling is great for carrying babies but is also a good way to breastfeed in public. Learn how to use a ring sling for public breastfeeding with tips from a lactation educator in this free...