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How can you tell if your baby is ready to start exploring solid foods? At some point between four and six months, you may notice that your baby is watching you eat with great interest and that she may even be trying to direct some of your food into her mouth. It’s time to break […]

For the first week or so, you may find it easier to stick to sponge baths, with a clean, warm, wet sponge or wash cloth. Keep the room warm and use a clean warm towel underneath your baby and to dry him off. Wash his face and hands frequently, and thoroughly clean his genital area after each diaper […]

Before you consider setting this goal, be sure that your baby is ready to sleep through the night. Ask your pediatrician for their perspective. Your baby will need to be at least four to eight months old (adjusted from due date), gaining weight appropriately for his or her age, and not have any medical issues […]

As a new mom, it is overwhelming to see your baby cross new milestones of growth and development! Have you heard of the pincer grasp? Your baby may be opening his fists and grasping his toys better or even picking his first bite. Are you excited already about one of your baby’s first signs of […]

Flying with kids is never easy, but a little preparation before the flight can go a long way. For a lot of us, flying is already nerve-wracking. But flying with a baby is a hundred times harder than flying alone. First, there’s the gear that you have to bring. Then, there’s the limited space issues. […]

Here are some examples of questions you may wish to ask. You may wish to ask about things important to you – perhaps about the nanny’s attitude towards television or sweets. how long have you been a nanny? why did you become a nanny? name six activities that my children might be doing on any […]

How to differentiate milk allergy and milk intolerance? Almost all infants are fussy at times. But some are excessively fussy because they have an allergy to the protein in cow’s milk, which is the basis for most commercial baby formulas. A person of any age can have a milk allergy, but it’s more common among […]

No – You can’t spoil a young baby. If your newborn is crying, it’s because he needs your help. If you respond calmly and consistently, it helps your baby learn that the world is a safe and predictable place: Newborns cry because they have basic needs — to be fed, held, comforted, and loved. Their […]

Teething can be distressing for some babies, but there are ways to make it easier for them. Every baby is different, and you may have to try a few different things until you find something that works for your baby.   How do I know if my baby is teething? Your baby may sprout her […]

To Answer The WHAT – For some of us, though, a consistent schedule for baby can lead to the onset of serious cabin fever for mom or dad! That consistent schedule can contain two or three (or even four or five!) naps, which can make it impossible to get out of the house during the […]