Does your newborn seem to catch a new cold every month? Are you struggling to keep the sniffles away? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. In fact, a recent study conducted …
Tips for Cleaning Out Your Child’s Nose Bulb
If you’re a mom, you’ve more than likely used a nose bulb before, but are you aware of the built up bacteria growing inside of it? This photo was taken …
The RSV Virus – Is My Baby at Risk?
While the flu virus is getting all the attention lately, there is another virus that’s putting babies in the hospital and is just as life threatening. The virus is called RSV …
10 Ways to Overcome Postpartum Depression
Bringing home a new baby can bring up a variety of emotions and feelings as well as difficulty managing the transition for yourself and your larger family. The medical term …
Newborn Screening Tests Identify Diseases Not Easily Noticed
After birth, all babies undergo tests to prevent future problems. This process is called newborn screening and is important because a infant can look perfectly healthy but may need special …
How to Protect Your Baby from SIDS
Even though Sudden Infant Death Symptom (SIDS) is rare, it is the leading cause of death of babies between 1 and 12 months of age. It is not the fault …
Tips for Protecting Your Baby from Dangers in the Home
Every year, infants and children are injured by hazards that exist inside their own home. You will probably spend the most time with your new baby at home so it …
Tips for Avoiding Food Allergies in Infants
More children in the United States suffer from food allergies than ever before. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, food allergies in children increased 18% from 1997 …
Protecting Your Baby From Whooping Cough
Pertussis, otherwise known as Whopping Cough is a serious illness that may result in hospitalization and death for infants. Pertussis can be easily spread by coughing or sneezing while in …
Important Changes to Infant Dosage of Acetaminophen
Staying updated on changes to children’s medicine is crucial in avoiding complications. Too much could be fatal, too little could be ineffective. Recent changes to a popular children’s medication called …
Protecting Your Baby Against Birth Defects
How much do you know about birth defects? It’s a shocking statistic, but one in every 33 babies is born with a birth defect which is also the leading cause …
Practice Safe Swaddling to Protect Baby’s Hips
For new parents it’s crucial to understand the importance of safely swaddling a newborn. Not only is swaddling a great source of comfort for infants but it also helps to …