Newborn

If you get pregnancy stretch marks, you might wonder what the color means. Is there a difference between red, purple and white stretch marks? Varying colored stretch marks can signal …

Heartbeats are the sound of life so it’s understandable that any irregularities can make a mother worry. Fetal arrhythmias—abnormalities in your baby’s heartbeat—are probably more common during pregnancy than you …

One of the basic things you’ll learn how to do as a new mother is to take your baby’s temperature. When you’re shopping for thermometers, you may be unsure which …

Breastfeeding is a nutritious gift you give your baby. It’s also a wonderful bonding experience. But it’s okay to say you dislike nursing. On top of everything you’re learning about …

Breastfeeding is usually the best choice for your baby, but it doesn’t always feel like it. Even when your milk supply is good, you may have latching problems or sore …

You’ve probably heard that expecting women hit a point in pregnancy where they just want to clean and organize. That desire is known as nesting and there’s some science to …

Worried about your newborn growth? Here’s a quick guide for you to how you can care for your newborn from the comfort of your home. Especially in this unfortunate situation …

Only 1 in 4 mothers breastfeed exclusively at 6 months. That’s despite the proven health benefits to their baby. While there’s many reasons women stop or cut down breastfeeding, one possibility …

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After having your baby, you’re probably wrapping up your precious bundle carefully every time you head out the door. But despite your best efforts, she may still get sick. The …