Posts tagged: Newborns
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What Every Expecting Parent Should Know About Sleep Training
You’ve probably heard about those naturally great sleepers—the baby who snoozes through the night at six weeks, or the six-month-old who exclusively takes two-hour naps. But for a good majority of parents, getting baby to sleep well takes work. (Sometimes, hours of it—at 3 a.m.) And that’s where sleep training comes into play: it’s the process of teaching baby to self-soothe, so he or she can fall asleep on their own, minus the song and dance (ie: 45 minutes of rocking and sneaking quietly out the door) from Mom or... -
The Delivery Room Dish: 'We were shocked the baby came a month early'
Welcome to The Delivery Room Dish—a place for new moms to spill on the highs, lows, and nitty gritty of giving birth. What you'll learn: there's no one 'right' way to have a baby, the delivery room is full of choices (even when labor doesn't go as planned), and every mom's got a birth story worth sharing. Up next: Monica + Andy's Director of Brand Strategy and Digital Content Jessie Mash, who gave birth to her daughter Maxine in November.The first sign of labor was: contractions I thought were Braxton... -
How Much Should My Newborn Sleep?
Always consult a physician or other qualified health care provider on specific questions about your baby's health. When you brought your newborn baby home ,they probably slept, and slept, and slept. Hey, being born is hard work. But now they’re still sleeping frequently, and you may find yourself wondering: Is this normal? How much should a newborn sleep? Your baby’s health is our number one priroity, so be sure to contact your doctor for any questions. It’s absolutely normal if your baby spends most of the day asleep. That said,... -
What’s the Difference Between Breastmilk and Formula?
It's one of the first big decisions you'll make as a new mom: help that baby to latch, or pop open a tiny formula bottle? (For some women, there is no choice— their body or baby makes the decision.) But how exactly does nature's milk differ from the store-bought stuff, and what does it mean for you and your little? We spoke with family physician Rallie McAllister, MD, MPH, coauthor of The Mommy MD Guide to Your Baby’s First Year (and a mom of three who fed her babies a... -
How Does Baby Sizing Work?
Buying a baby gift? Learn how to buy the right size clothing for a baby. Plus: what to do if you don't know the baby's size. -
How to Survive the Party Circuit With Your Little
Between disrupted nap schedules, back-to-back family parties, long car rides, and too-close hugs from relatives, the holidays can leave your little out of sorts—and you over it. Want to maintain your sanity and the health of your babe? Take note of these party hopping tips for new moms.Fight Germs By Keeping Baby in a Carrier Introducing your newborn to a bunch of relatives? Odds are all 40 of them will want a cuddle before the night’s over. If you’re worried about germs, wear your little in a carrier against your... -
Baby’s First Christmas Photo Shoot
Hoping to snap that perfect “first Christmas” shot on your phone this year? Capturing a wow Christmas picture—even in the middle of holiday chaos—is easier than you think. We’ve rounded up the best tips our photographer pals have passed along for shooting little babies. With five minutes and a little forethought, we promise you can get that sweet and festive shot to mark year one. Set Up Near the Window While it’s tempting to plunk your baby in front of the fireplace or the Christmas tree, you’ll get the best... -
Flying With a Baby
First time flying with a baby? Read our guide below for our top tips when it comes to traveling with your newborn baby. -
7 Last Minute Gift Ideas For Babies
With a new baby around the Christmas tree this year, you’re set for a season of Yuletide cheer like no other. Sure, they won’t remember the gingerbread cookies, crackling fire, and the sound of Nat King Cole crooning on the stereo, but that doesn’t mean their first Noel can’t be a special one. Navigating the vast array of baby toys, essentials, and clothing items can be overwhelming in a season already known for the hustle and bustle, especially for new moms. What items will they be able to appreciate? And... -
9 Truths About Your First Day Home From the Hospital
The biggest truth: you'll never forget those first 24 hours. Here's what really happens.1. You’ll bypass that pristine nursery and explode into the living roomEven with the expensive rocker waiting, odds are you’ll set up camp on the couch where babygeddon can unfold. It’ll be a sea of boppys, laundry, bouncers, pacifiers, and half-eaten snacks for the next few weeks—and all that chaos is just cozier on the couch.2. You’ll require a steady supply of ice water with a strawPerhaps it’s because you just labored for 20 hours without a...