Newborn Care

It is normal for infants to have unpredictable eating and sleeping habits. As a new mother, you may feel that your baby is constantly eating, especially in the middle of the night. You may be...

When a newborn baby comes into your life, he is likely the most precious creature you'll ever have the privilege of interacting with. Unlike other species of mammals, however, human infants are...

All children need to be protected from the summer sun but babies are particularly susceptible to the sun's damaging rays. Pediatricians warn that you should not put sunblock on infants under 6...

Some babies have peach fuzz and others have more hair than a grown man, either way their hair needs washing. As sparse as a baby's hair may be it can get dirty and oily. If you're not careful, a...

The signs and symptoms of dehydration in infants are important to know because dehydration can occur quickly and become serious. Knowing these signs and symptoms of dehydration in infants can keep...

Excess gas can make your newborn miserable and colicky. Swallowing air and passing gas isn't abnormal and relief can be had by following guidelines offered by medical professionals and experienced...

Flying with infants is tough choice. You and your family need to get to where you need to go, but flying can be uncomfortable for infants as the pressure change of the cabin can hurt their ears as...

Important infant development goals include responding to stimuli, smiling, being able to hold the head up and pushing up on the arms. Check out baby books about development milestones for infants...

To dress an infant, be careful not to hyper-extend the child's joints, always put socks and a hat on young infants, and make sure clothes are weather appropriate. Make dressing an infant fun by...

Choose the right baby bottle by starting infants on slow nipples and bottles that reduce air intake, before moving to fast nipples and larger bottles. Find the age range on a baby bottle with help...

Create stimulating activities for infants by playing with them, singing songs, providing rattle toys, reading textured books and physically moving the baby's arms and legs. Show infants different...

Keeping your twin infants on the same schedule is your key to staying sane. Decide on a routine or schedule before they are born, and begin it as soon as you bring the twins home. Find a schedule...