What to do when your baby's crying for no reason

And sometimes babies cry for no discernable reason, or won’t stop crying unless they’re held. Here’s what you’re free to do. 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. Calming a Fussy Baby.https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/health-wellness-and-safety-resources/helping-hands/calming-a-fussy-babyOpens a new window[Accessed July 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Cluster Feeding and Growth Spurts.https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/cluster-feeding-and-growth-spurtsOpens a new window[Accessed July 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 212 words · Jason Drake

What to expect at your first prenatal appointment

Your kickoff prenatal visit sets the stage for the rest of your pregnancy. Here’s what to expect at this information-packed first appointment and how you might prepare. 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. Prenatal Care Checkups.https://www.marchofdimes.org/pregnancy/prenatal-care-checkups.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2024] MedlinePlus. Prenatal care in your first trimester.https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000544.htmOpens a new window[Accessed March 2024]...

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 258 words · Kayla Montoya

What to know about carpal tunnel in pregnancy

Carpal tunnel syndrome is common during pregnancy because of increased blood volume and fluid retention. Here’s what you could do to find relief. 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 Orthopaedic Surgeons. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases–conditions/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/Opens a new window[Accessed November 2023] Kaiser Permanente. Pregnancy: Carpal Tunnel Syndromehttps://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/health-encyclopedia/he.pregnancy-carpal-tunnel-syndrome.zt1608Opens a new window[Accessed November 2023]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Joshua Wallace

When are babies' lungs fully developed?

Your baby’s lungs aren’t fully developed until 36 weeks, or 9 months pregnant. Here’s when and how they start working. 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. Changes in the Newborn At Birth.https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002395.htmOpens a new window[Accessed June 2022] ACOG. Obstetric care consensus no. 4: Periviable birth. Embryology, Pulmonary.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK544372/Opens a new window[Accessed June 2022]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Eric Miller

When can babies drink water? 7 things to know before you give it to 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. Foods and Drinks to Encourage.https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/InfantandToddlerNutrition/foods-and-drinks/foods-and-drinks-to-encourage.htmlOpens a new window[Accessed January 2025] American Academy of Pediatrics. Water Fluoridation.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/oral-health/Pages/Water-Fluoridation.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed January 2025] American Dental Association. Fluorosis.https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/fluorosisOpens a new window[Accessed January 2025] St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Water Intoxication in Infants.https://www.stlouischildrens.org/health-resources/pulse/water-intoxication-infantsOpens a new window[Accessed January 2025] American Academy of Pediatrics....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Carolyn Sanchez

When can babies eat apples?

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. Starting Solid Foods.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Starting-Solid-Foods.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Mayo Clinic. Infants.https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/infantsOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Infant Nutrition and Feeding.https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/infant-feeding-guide.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Food Allergy Reactions.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Food-Allergy-Reactions.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Kelsey Rose

When can babies eat bananas?

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. Starting Solid Foods.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Starting-Solid-Foods.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Mayo Clinic. Infants.https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/infantsOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Infant Nutrition and Feeding.https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/infant-feeding-guide.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Nemours Foundation. Food Allergies.https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/center/foodallergies-center.htmlOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Robert Smith

When can babies eat beans?

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. Starting Solid Foods.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Starting-Solid-Foods.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] MyPlate. Infants.https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/infantsOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Infant Nutrition and Feeding.https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/infant-feeding-guide.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Food Allergy Reactions.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Food-Allergy-Reactions.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 116 words · Jenna Martin

When can babies eat corn?

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. Starting Solid Foods.http://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/pages/Switching-To-Solid-Foods.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Choking Prevention.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/Choking-Prevention.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Food Allergy Reactions.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Food-Allergy-Reactions.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Corn: A versatile, nutritious choice....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 110 words · Mary Olson

When can babies eat eggs?

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. Starting Solid Foods.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Starting-Solid-Foods.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] MyPlate. Infants.https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/infantsOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Infant Nutrition and Feeding.https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/infant-feeding-guide.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Nemours Foundation. Egg Allergy.https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/egg-allergy.htmlOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Jeffrey Schmidt

When can babies eat peanut butter?

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. Starting Solid Foods.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Starting-Solid-Foods.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] MyPlate. Infants.https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/infantsOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Infant Nutrition and Feeding.https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/infant-feeding-guide.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Food Allergy Reactions.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Food-Allergy-Reactions.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Steven Baxter

When can babies have berries?

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. Starting Solid Foods.http://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/pages/Switching-To-Solid-Foods.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. MyPlate.https://www.myplate.gov/Opens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Infant Nutrition and Feeding.https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/infant-feeding-guide.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] U.S. Department of Agriculture. Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025.https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdfOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 179 words · Sonya Harris

When can babies have cheese?

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 and National Dairy Council. Choking Prevention.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/Choking-Prevention.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] American Academy of Pediatrics. Food Allergy Reactions.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Food-Allergy-Reactions.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The nutrition source: Cheese.https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/cheese/Opens a new window[Accessed March 2022] Nemours Foundation....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · Stephanie Harris