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The moment you laid eyes on your little one, your life changed forever. From first coo to first step, we’ll provide you with a road map to the first year with your babe with evidence-based tips, practical advice and emotional support.

Milestones

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Baby Milestones

Starting solids? Don’t miss the ‘flavor window’

From purees to Pad Thai: An expert shares how and when to introduce bold flavors to your budding foodie.

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Viral & Trending

Ms. Rachel explains the importance of speaking ‘parentese’ to littles: ‘This is not baby talk’

Parentese is shown to boost baby’s language development.

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Baby Health

The first year: Your baby’s health from A to Z

From colds and colic to rashes and vaccines, consider this your just-in-case guide.

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Baby Health

The first 12 months: Your baby’s growth and weight

So much can change from month to month. Here’s what you can expect.

Feeding Guides & Schedules

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Baby Health

The FDA sets new lead limits in baby food—but is it enough to protect babies?

This new update aims to reduce lead exposure in young children.

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News

New report suggests that tongue-ties might be overdiagnosed, leading to unnecessary surgeries

Tongue-tie diagnoses have increased significantly over the past two decades.

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Our Partners

New mom must-haves: Here’s what we love about MAM bottles and why they top our list

For one, they couldn’t be easier to clean.

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News

Study shows no significant nutritional differences in baby-led weaning vs. spoon-feeding

Babies consumed the same number of calories whether they fed themselves solids or were spoon-fed.

Health

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Yellowjackets actress shares the emotional journey of preparing for her baby’s cleft lip surgery

Hanratty is helping to destigmatize one of the most common congenital conditions.

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Baby Health

Baby skin care questions answered by a pediatric dermatologist: Eczema, acne, & more

Eczema, acne, breakouts—oh my!

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 H5 bird flu outbreak: How to protect your family and stay safe

Let’s explore what H5 bird flu is, key safety practices, and how you can protect your loved ones.

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Baby Health

The FDA sets new lead limits in baby food—but is it enough to protect babies?

This new update aims to reduce lead exposure in young children.

Sleep Guides & Schedules

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Baby Sleep Tips

Try these 3 foundational steps with your baby to get better sleep, according to a lactation consultant

Here’s how to build confidence, establish a feeding routine, and yes, get more sleep at night.

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It's Science

It’s science: This 5-minute routine can help your baby fall asleep faster

New research shows a specific (but simple!) routine could help parents get a crying baby to sleep.

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Baby Sleep Tips

Are contact naps safe? A pediatric sleep consultant weighs in

Ready to maximize those sweet snuggles? Here's how to make sure you're doing contact naps safely.

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Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

Can wake windows help your baby sleep better?

Dr. Harvey Karp shares his best tips for making wake windows work.

Learn & Play

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Baby Learn & Play

Neuroscience says: Letting your child try and fail Is the key to effective parenting

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Baby Learn & Play

Things to do with baby: An activity guide for your baby’s first year

You every month: This is such a fun age!

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Baby Learn & Play

Worried about your baby’s screen time? 5 strategies to reduce the pull

It’s never too late—or too early—to have a ‘digital reset’.

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Baby Learn & Play

10 ways to support your baby’s early literacy skills

Here’s how to foster a love of reading from a young age.

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Parenting

Ready to teach your baby sign language? Here’s where to start

Baby sign language encourages infant communication and independence—and it's easier than you think.

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Fitness

5 yoga poses to do with baby

Stretching plus snuggles? Right this way.

Shopping Guides

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Baby Shopping Guide

Skip the onesies: Here’s what to put in a baby shower gift basket instead

The best gift baskets are the ones that make a new parent's life just a little bit easier when they're deep in the trenches of newborn life.

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Baby Health

How cold is *too* cold for a baby to go outside?

We have the answer, mama.

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The TJ Maxx of baby gear: How to save big on top of brands for your little one

Kidsy offers overstock and open-box baby gear that’s basically brand new but costs way less.

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Baby Shopping Guide

The baby-friendly cure-all product hiding in your medicine cabinet

Hear me out: You truly can use Vaseline on just about anything.

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Baby Milestones

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At 1 month old, your baby is still getting the hang of life "on the outside." Still in the thick of the fourth trimester, they are comforted by touch and the sound of your voice.

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The good side of having a newborn that no one tells you about

When I was pregnant not a single one was positive, and I really needed some reassurance around then.

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These viral vintage baby care instructions are hilariously outdated 

We can't be sure, but we feel certain this is from the 1950s.

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AAP just quietly changed breast milk storage guidelines and moms everywhere are rejoicing

The new recommendations were first noticed on Reddit.

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Baby Health

Yellowjackets actress shares the emotional journey of preparing for her baby’s cleft lip surgery

Hanratty is helping to destigmatize one of the most common congenital conditions.

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Baby Shopping Guide

Skip the onesies: Here’s what to put in a baby shower gift basket instead

The best gift baskets are the ones that make a new parent's life just a little bit easier when they're deep in the trenches of newborn life.

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Baby Health

Baby skin care questions answered by a pediatric dermatologist: Eczema, acne, & more

Eczema, acne, breakouts—oh my!

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Children's Health

Red Dye No. 3 is now banned: What parents need to know 

Red Dye No. 3 (aka FD&C Red No. 3 or erythrosine) is a synthetic coloring that gives many snacks, drinks, and medicines their bright red or pink hues.

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