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Welcome baby! From feeding to first steps, we walk alongside new mothers as they navigate this first precious year. You’ve got this, mama.

baby walking with help, one of the more common 12-month milestones

12-month-old baby milestones

Your newly minted toddler is busy these days—but be sure to take some time to reflect on the milestones you've reached, too, right alongside your little one.

happy child sitting on the sidewalk - 11-month milestones

11-month-old baby milestones

Your baby's on the move—and that newfound mobility means they might be getting into things. A lot of things.

baby crawling towards balloon, one of the 10-month milestones

10-month-old baby milestones

Your busy babe is on the move, which means you're likely baby-proofing everything in sight.

baby kissing moms face - 9-month milestones for baby

9-month-old baby milestones

Your 9-month-old is really starting to become their own person—with their own (strong!) feelings, wants and needs.

baby peeking around the corner crawling, one of the 8-month milestones for baby

8-month-old baby milestones

Help your little one establish some healthy "downtime" practices by reading, letting them play independently, going on afternoon walks.

baby in orange stripes surrounded by fake leaves - october babies

6 reasons October babies are special

These babies have a lot more going for them than just Halloween.

mom wearing baby on her hip standing in front of a lake

I felt lost as a new mother— babywearing helped me find myself again

I wish someone had told me before how special wearing your baby can be, even when you have no idea how to do it.

baby sleeping in swaddle in crib to reduce sids risk

14 science-backed ways to help prevent SIDS in babies

While there's a lot we don't know about SIDS, there are certain steps to take for SIDS prevention in many cases.

mom holding baby's head in her palms, celebrating 1-month milestones

1-month-old baby milestones

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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