Moving beyond threats (ages 5 to 8)

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Facts for families: Discipline. American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.http://www.aacap.org/cs/root/facts_for_families/disciplineOpens a new window AAFP. What you might do to change your child’s behavior. American Academy of Family Physicians.http://familydoctor.org/familydoctor/en/kids/behavior-emotions/child-behavior-what-parents-can-do-to-change-their-childs-behavior.htmlOpens a new window AAP. American Academy of Pediatrics.http://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/family-dynamics/communication-discipline/pages/Disciplining-Your-Child.aspxOpens a new window AAP. Positive parenting: How to encourage good behavior....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · John Powell

Mucus in your baby's poop is usually normal – but not always

From color to texture, baby poop can be full of surprises. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Baby’s first days: Bowel movements & urination. American Academy of Pediatrics.Healthychildren.orgOpens a new window.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/Pages/babys-first-days-bowel-movements-and-urination.aspxOpens a new window. [Accessed March 2025] AAP. Food allergies and intolerances in newborns and infants. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/food-allergies-and-intolerances-in-newborns-and-infants/Opens a new window[Accessed March 2025]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Ashley Phelps

Natural childbirth: Benefits and risks of unmedicated birth

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Epidural versus non-epidural or no analgesia in labour. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (12):CD000331. Cluett ER, et al. Immersion in water in labour and birth. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (2):CD000111. Dowswell T, et al. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for pain management in labour....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 200 words · Connor Robertson

Newborn umbilical cord care

Before it falls off, keep the stump clean and dry. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/bathing-skin-care/Pages/Umbilical-Cord-Care.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2023] AAP. Umbilical cord symptoms.HealthyChildren.orgOpens a new window. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/symptom-checker/Pages/symptomviewer.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2023] AAP. Umbilical hernia in babies and children. American Academy of Pediatrics....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Michael Parker

Newborn weight gain, weight loss, and why it matters

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. AAP schedule of well-child care visits. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/health-management/Pages/Well-Child-Care-A-Check-Up-for-Success.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed October 2022] AAP. How often and how much should your baby eat? American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/how-often-and-how-much-should-your-baby-eat.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed October 2022] AAP. How to tell if your breastfed baby is getting enough milk....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 132 words · Mary Morrison

Night weaning your baby

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American Academy of Pediatrics. Sleeping Through the Night.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/Sleeping-Through-the-Night.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed May 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Preemie Sleep Patterns.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/preemie/Pages/Preemie-Sleep-Patterns.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed May 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Amount and Schedule of Formula Feedings.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/formula-feeding/Pages/Amount-and-Schedule-of-Formula-Feedings.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed May 2022] AskDrSears. Sleeping Through the Night: The Consolidation of Self-regulated Sleep Across the First Year of Life....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 153 words · Ruth Robinson

Nipple thrush in breastfeeding moms

Nipple thrush is a breast yeast infection that you might get when breastfeeding. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Thrush and other Candida infections. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/infections/Pages/Thrush-and-Other-Candida-Infections.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed January 2023] CDC. Candida infections of the mouth, throat, and esophagus. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.https://www.cdc.gov/fungal/diseases/candidiasis/thrush/index.htmlOpens a new window[Accessed January 2023]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 158 words · Deborah Garcia

No, the COVID vaccine doesn't cause infertility

It’s a myth that the COVID vaccine causes infertility. In fact, experts say it’s important to get vaccinated if you’re trying to conceive. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/news/news-releases/2021/02/medical-experts-assert-covid-vaccines-do-not-impact-fertilityOpens a new window[Accessed January 2024] ACOG. COVID-19 vaccination considerations for obstetric-gynecologic care. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists....

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 319 words · Jessica Contreras

Overheating during pregnancy: How to keep cool

High outdoor temperatures, fever, hot tubs, and saunas can all cause overheating during pregnancy. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/exercise-during-pregnancyOpens a new window[Accessed September 2021] ACOG. Can I use a sauna or hot tub early in pregnancy ? American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/experts-and-stories/ask-acog/can-i-use-a-sauna-or-hot-tub-early-in-pregnancyOpens a new windowAccessed September 2021]...

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 282 words · Norman Patterson

Paced bottle feeding

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Minnesota Department of Health. Paced Bottle Feeding.https://www.health.state.mn.us/docs/people/wic/localagency/wedupdate/moyr/2017/topic/1115feeding.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed June 2022] Region of Peel. Paced bottle feeding.https://www.peelregion.ca/parenting/feeding-baby/paced.aspOpens a new window[Accessed June 2022] Care New England Health System. Feeding Your Baby.https://www.womenandinfants.org/services/pregnancy/feeding-your-babyOpens a new window[Accessed June 2022] Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Bottle Feeding Basics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Bottle-Feeding-How-Its-Done.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed June 2022]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Joseph Beasley

Piercing your baby's ears

Baby ear piercing is safe, and it’s up to you whether to pierce your baby’s ears. There are some risks, though, so let your pediatrician know ahead of time. Clean the piercing sites twice daily for six weeks to reduce the risk of infection and other complications. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 197 words · James Lane

Pink discharge during pregnancy

Pink discharge during pregnancy is the result of some light bleeding mixed with vaginal discharge. It’s usually nothing to worry about, but it’s good to be aware of potential concerns. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/early-pregnancy-lossOpens a new window[Accessed September 2023] ACOG. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 143 words · Robert Simpson

Placenta previa: Symptoms, complications, and treatment

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Anderson-Bagga FM et al. StatPearls Publishing.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539818/Opens a new window[Accessed October 2023] Jauniaux ERM et al. Placenta praevia and placenta accrete: Diagnosis and management. BJOG Green-top Guideline No 27a.https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1471-0528.15306Opens a new window[Accessed October 2023] MC. Mayo Clinic.https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/placenta-previa/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20352773Opens a new window[Accessed October 2023] MedlinePlus. Placenta previa.https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000900.htmOpens a new window[Accessed October 2023]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Julie Hogan