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Newborn skin can be so sensitive- some parents find it difficult knowing what is normal and when to be concerned. Thank you to The Bump for this wonderful guide on baby rashes! Babies have incredibly sensitive skin, which makes them more likely to develop rashes than adults and older kids. But with all the different types out there, it can be hard to identify what the baby rash is, what’s causing it and how to treat it. Plus, no parent wants to see their precious little one

Thank you to this wonderful recap from Healthy Children on Measles and what we all need to know with the recent outbreaks. Measles is one of the most contagious diseases in the world. Measles infection can lead to serious health problems, especially in babies and young children. Fortunately, measles is a vaccine-preventable illness. Is measles coming back? Measles was under control in the United States. But we have been seeing widespread measles outbreaks​ again in areas whe

Alternative birth practices seem to be a rising trend. Below is a wonderful article from Healthy Children highlighting key information about these trending practices. As an expectant parent, you may have heard about childbirth practices that fall outside of standard labor, delivery and newborn care. Some may offer possible benefits to you or your baby. However, some can also raise the risk of certain infections for your newborn. Here's a rundown of seven different alternativ

With all the news lately about childhood vaccines, we wanted to address this specific issue. Thank you to What To Expect for this helpful article. You might be wondering if it’s ever okay to skip or delay your child’s vaccines. Here's what to know about following a different vaccine schedule than the one recommended by experts. Your child gets a lot of  vaccines in her first few years of life, and that’s for good reason: Vaccines are the number one way to protect your baby

Thank you so much to The Bump for these helpful tips! When it’s time to bring your newborn home, you want to be sure the house is safely set up to receive them. But what items may be dangerous for newborns, infants and developing toddlers? Some of the everyday household objects that pose risks to baby may surprise you. Keep reading to see The Bump’s baby proofing checklist, and learn about all the big safety precautions you’ll need to take, when to tackle them and how. What

Thanks to Taking Care Babies for another great article to help our particularly gassy babies! Why is my baby gassy? Gas is a normal by-product of digestion (it happens to everyone!). But babies have some lifestyle differences from adults that make gas more likely. Here are reasons your baby may be gassy: Crying: When your baby cries, they often take in extra air. That extra air fills the stomach, resulting in a gassy baby who needs to burp. Feeding : For many babies, simply

Safe sleep is something us pediatric nurses educate on daily! We can't think of a better way to kick off the new year than a reminder on safe sleeping. Thank you to Taking Cara Babies for this great refresher. Having a great little sleeper is wonderful, but at Taking Cara Babies, we also want you to have a safe sleeper. Please use this checklist for babies 0-12 months as a quick reference and reminder for saf e sleep. Make sure the baby products you are using are safe too.

Thank you so much to Safety 1st for this great article on keeping your baby safe this holiday season! The holidays are coming, and this year, they’re going to look different, because you’re celebrating with the newest member of your family. How you prepare for the season will change over time as your baby grows. We’re here to offer a few tips to help you make sure your surroundings are safe for your little life of the party, so you can get on with making the moments count. T

We found the most perfect article to help kick off Thanksgiving this year. Thanks to Happiest Baby for these 11 ways to celebrate baby's first Thanksgiving! The very first Thanksgiving with your new baby is extra-special. Even if your little one is too young for turkey or pie, you can enjoy the best parts of the holiday with your pint-sized pumpkin: love, laughter, and lots and lots of downtime. When it comes to celebrating Thanksgiving with a new baby, there are lots of way

Thank you to Happiest Baby for this great article on dream feeding. Newborn babies eat a lot. Breastfed infants eat about every two to...

Thank you Cleveland Clinic for this great summary on assessing your baby for hair tourniquet. Hair tourniquet syndrome is a rare...

Thank you to BabyList for this informative article on cradle cap, a very common newborn problem. There are not many things that can top...

Thank you to BabyList for this great overview of newborn jaundice. Jaundice may be one of those things you never think about during...

As pediatric nurses, we feel very strongly that every parent should be CPR certified! Below are the best online courses we recommend....

Thank you to our friends at Motherly for this important update! In a major victory for parental transpa rency, New York has just become...

As pediatric nurses ourselves, we have seen firsthand the importance of bonding during a hospital stay. See below for this very special...

Another awesome article from Taking Cara Babies that will absolutely come in handy for many parents! Traveling with your baby can be...

Thank you to Taking Cara Babies for this very informative blog post! I get so many questions about swaddling! Why swaddle? Does...

Tu mmy time is one of the simplest things you can do with your little one—but did you know it’s one of the most important too? Tummy time...

Did you know that by age 5, a child’s brain is 90% developed? The early years are a critical window of opportunity, shaping a child’s...