Baby Health

What a new egg allergy study means for your baby’s first foods

I asked Dr. Jaspreet Dhami to walk me through what the numbers actually mean for a parent standing in their kitchen with a spoon in one hand and a lot of anxiety in the other.

Measles doesn’t just make kids sick—it makes them forget how to fight illness for years

To understand what's really at stake when a child contracts measles, we spoke with Dr. Sandra Adamson Fryhofer, a trustee of the American Medical Association, about the serious complications parents should know about.

7 baby care essentials moms swear by for smooth winter days

Winter with a baby does not have to feel like a logistics marathon. These mom-loved essentials keep little ones comfortable, hydrated and safe so your days run easier.

The honest truth about what you actually need to buy new for your baby (and what you really don’t)

Beyond car seats and mattresses, the list of absolute must-buy-new items is shorter than you think.

12 ways to quietly enjoy your baby and take your time, no rush

Early parenthood moves fast, yet your days can feel endless. Here are gentle, doable ways to slow the pace, soak up your baby, and trust your own timing.

CDC advisers end universal Hepatitis B vaccine birth-dose policy: What parents need to know

The CDC’s hepatitis B birth-dose policy just shifted. Get clear, evidence-based guidance for your baby’s health.

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

The rise of ‘carnivore babies’—and the real risks parents need to know

When The Wall Street Journal recently profiled parents raising so-called “carnivore babies,”…

Popular sugar cookies sold at Target recalled in 20 states for wood contamination

Target’s Favorite Day Bakery Frosted Sugar Cookies have been voluntarily recalled due to possible wood contamination.

Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know

Bunge North America has voluntarily recalled more than 64,000 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering the product contained an undeclared milk allergen

New York just passed the first diaper labeling law in the U.S.

Independent studies and product tests have found a range of ingredients in some diapers that raise health and environmental questions.

How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Little Remedies honey cough syrup recalled nationwide: What parents need to know

The recalled syrup, a go-to for many parents looking for natural relief for their child’s cough.

Recall alert: Orajel teething swabs pulled from shelves over potential fungal contamination

This isn’t a reason to panic—but it is a moment to pause and take action.

What parents need to know about the new federal nursing pillow safety rules

These rules, developed by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), are a direct response to mounting safety concerns after tragic outcomes tied to improper nursing pillow use.

Moms don’t need a baby bonus—they need paid leave, childcare, and real support

American mothers are in crisis, but they’re not asking for applause. They’re asking for support.

Tufts NICU babies ‘run’ their first Boston marathon and steal every heart along the way

At Tufts Medical Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), the halls turned into a pint-sized marathon course as nurses and parents dressed the hospital’s tiniest champions in miniature marathon bibs, sneakers, and headbands to celebrate their very first Boston Marathon.