Allana and Tim, first-time parents from New South Wales Australia, became the proud parents to triplets back in 2019. They had been trying to have a baby for just…
Amid quarantines and closings and the unknowns of the novel coronavirus pandemic, a Minnesota family is celebrating a small miracle, growing the size of their family by four. Taylor Becher…
Start reading to your children as soon as possible. Read books that include repetition when they are infants through to toddlers. As they mature add predictable rhyming books. When you…
Reading is an accrued skill, that is, the more your read the better you get at it. Research suggests that there is a decline in reading as students get older…
Twin study finds red wine links to better gut health Published: Monday 09 September 2019 A twin study has found that people who drank red wine had an increased gut microbiota…
Music helps to build the brains of very premature babies Date: May 28, 2019 Source: Université de Genève Summary: To help the brains of very premature newborns develop as…
I recently read this article published by CNN on August 19,2019. Whilst more studies are required it is a noteworthy article and something to consider. Water fluoridation has been…
Lead researcher Dr Mihiri Silva, from the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, said this study looked at the teeth of 173 sets of twins (identical and non-identical) from pregnancy through to…
https://abcnews.go.com/Business/kids-ii-recalls-inclined-sleepers-linked-baby-deaths/story?id=62657181 Georgia-based Kids II inclined sleepers are being recalled, after at least five infant deathswere reported, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said on Friday. Interested in Recalls? Add…
Is there any relationship between Screen Time and Speech Delays? Is screen time affecting your little one's language development? Screen Time can be anything like a movie theater screen, tablet,…
Recently we moved from a warm climate to a cold climate and the change in temperature has really affected my son's skin. He has been suffering with Eczema......specifically Atopic Dermatitis…
Keeping your Twins busy As a stay at home mother of twin boys one of my biggest challenges is how to keep my twins busy and out of trouble all…
HELLP Syndrome In my last post I talked about "Preeclampsia" and the signs and symptoms that you should look for. I also touched on HELLP Syndrome as I had both…
The relative importance of nature and nurture has been debated for centuries, and has had strong — and sometimes misguided — influences on public policy. The day my identical twin…
At 33 weeks I was diagnosed with Preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome and I had no idea what that meant or how dangerous it could be to both myself and my…
Times Two Identical twins can often be hard to tell apart and sometimes they may use this to their advantage, tricking everyone from parents to teachers or dates and pulling…
Swaddling your baby can be a real sanity saver. The first few months after your twins are born the days and nights will all look the same and your life…
Some children will develop the necessary physical and cognitive skills between 18 and 24 months of age to start Potty training, however many parents don't start potty training until their children…
Potty training your twins can be challenging so here are some helpful tips on how to work with your twins. Always remember that positive reinforcement will eventually sink in…
As the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and other children's organizations report, tooth decay (also called early childhood caries, or ECC) is the most common chronic children's disease in the country. As…
Twins not only have a bestie from birth -- they also live longer than singletons. And those two factors may be related, according to new University of Washington research. While…
Circumcision is a surgical procedure in which the skin covering the end of the penis is removed. Scientific studies show a number of medical benefits of circumcision. Parents may also…
You may be able to hold your babies in the NICU as soon as they are stable and before they are ready to begin feedings. If so, you may be…
Pediatricians, parents, and teachers should prioritize play for children under their care because of its significant benefits, such as encouraging learning, building social bonds, and regulating stress, according to a…
While no one story defines the twin experience, there is some great children's book that features twins. Here are some suggestions What to Expect When you are Expecting A completely revised and updated edition of…
A study estimates heteropaternal superfecundation could occur in one in 400 twins births in the US This extremely rare occurrence in humans is known as heteropaternal superfecundation The recent report from…
Whether you choose to bathe your baby in an infant tub, bathtub, shower, or sink, here are some practical principles common to all. Create a twins-bath assembly line. Keep one…
Blood pressure is the pressure of blood against the blood vessel walls as the heart pumps. When someone has hypertension (high blood pressure), the heart and arteries have a much heavier…
Teething is a normal part of childhood and should not be treated with homeopathic remedies, like teething tablets, or prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications that are rubbed on the gums.…
If your baby is sent to the NICU, your first question probably will be: What is this place? With equipment designed for infants and medical staff specially trained in newborn…
Sometimes babies are so peaceful and quiet in the backseat that we can forget they are even there, and it can be tempting to leave a sleeping baby in the…
The below weights are published on a twin study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. A total of 642 twin fetuses – with a total of 3078…
Wonder if you need to take prenatal vitamins? Which brand is best? Or what to do if they make you queasy? Get answers to these questions and more. A healthy…
Everyone wants a happy, healthy baby, however, babies often experience discomfort from diaper rash – a condition that causes skin underneath the diaper to become red and tender. Help your…
The first fever a baby or infant has is often scary for parents. Most fevers are harmless and are caused by mild infections. Overdressing a child may even cause a…
1.Nausea and Vomiting It’s common -- and harmless! -- for babies to spit up a bit after eating. Little kids can get upset tummies, too. Keep yours hydrated. Call the…
Being a parent is life changing: Key tips to remember: Breastmilk is the only food your baby needs until 6 months of age Expressing breastmilk means your baby can have…
When your baby is around 6 months, you can start feeding him or her solid foods. In the first few weeks of feeding your baby solid food, give your baby…
The first study of a nationally-representative group of U.S. infants reports that more than half of babies are currently introduced to complementary foods, that is, foods or drinks other than…
Here's another reason why a healthy diet during pregnancy is critical to the future health of your children: New research published in the March 2013 issue of The FASEB Journal, suggests…
A study by King's College London and St George's University of London has found that babies introduced to solid foods early, slept longer, woke less frequently at night and suffered…
A caesarean section is a surgical procedure to deliver a baby through a cut in the mother’s abdomen (tummy) and uterus (womb). There are several medical reasons why you might…
Hot, sticky weather can be uncomfortable for anyone. But for pregnant women, the summer heat may be particularly risky. That's because getting too hot or dehydrated can pose a risk…
Who Gets the Test? Ultrasounds -- or sonograms -- are a common part of prenatal care. If you're having twins, you'll get ultrasounds more often than mothers of single babies.…
So many baby products, so little time to research the best brands out there. Wondering what's safest to use on a baby's uber-delicate skin? Manhattan-based dermatologist and mom Rachel Nazarian,…
Visiting a pediatrician's office is an important step in making a final decision. You'll meet the staff, check out the space, have your questions answered, and get a sense of…
Cravings are real Just because you’re pregnant doesn’t mean you cease to be a normal human who has regular food cravings, and at times that can be due to anything…
It can be difficult to watch your baby suffer through that uncomfortable teething stage. Although some babies may experience very few or even no teething symptoms or discomfort, if your…
Getting Started If you don't breastfeed, need to supplement breastfeeding, or decide to wean your baby before age 1, you'll need to give him/her formula. Usually derived from cow's milk,…
Publish date: June 22, 2018 By Jill D. Pivovarov Pediatric News, FROM PEDIATRICS Children with asthma who present to emergency departments for treatment are significantly more likely to test positive for…
Treatment of gastroesophageal reflux (GER) in preterm infants with traditional treatments, such as body positioning, and newer treatments with pharmacologic agents appear to be ineffective, and pharmacologic agents in particular…
All parents-to-be, especially first-time parents, should visit a pediatrician during the third trimester of pregnancy to establish a relationship, according to an updated clinical report on the prenatal visit issued…
Babies have many milestones in their first year of life. One of the biggest is starting to teethe, which is the process of babies growing teeth. Teething starts before you…
A new blood test for pregnant women detects with 75-80 percent accuracy whether their pregnancies will end in premature birth. The technique can also be used to estimate a fetus's…
Including fish in your diet is a good way to get protein and healthy omega-3 fatty acids without ingesting too many saturated fats. However, nearly all fish contain some traces…
Your baby will give you the most important information—how he or she likes to be treated, talked to, held, and comforted. This section address the most common questions and concerns…
Breastfeeding has all sorts of benefits for both mom and baby. Not surprisingly, it is incredibly important to eat healthy while breastfeeding. Breast milk is very nutritious and contains most…
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Updated November 6, 2017 (CNN) In their Atlanta home, 6-month-old Avery giggled and rolled on his piano mat, kicking his tiny feet into the air, while his…
Waking up in the night. Waking early. Trouble falling asleep. Behavioral sleep problems like these affect 20 to 30 percent of young children. Much research has focused on the negative…
Believe it or not, the average carpet contains about 200,000 bacteria per square inch. That’s nearly 4,000 times more than your toilet seat! But that’s not all. “If you don’t vacuum, heavy…
Pediatricians have advised parents to wait till babies are at least 1 year old before introducing this brain food, but that may soon change based on these exciting new findings.…
Many baby products do double duty and are unbelievably gentle, not to mention inexpensive. Here’s what you should be borrowing from the nursery. Amazon Elements Baby Wipes Wet wipes…
IF YOU'RE PREGNANT OR trying to become pregnant, then you no doubt have been to the doctor a few times to make sure everything is progressing healthfully. There's a lot that…
Medical experts say a new blood test that can predict who will develop the potentially deadly pregnancy disorder pre-eclampsia will save mothers and babies from life-threatening complications and premature birth.…
Seeing double? This year American women will give birth to more than 140,000 sets of twins. Here’s what you need to know about these compelling carbon copies. …belly buttons! Navels…
Giving birth prematurely is one of the biggest dangers mothers and their babies can face. Complications due to preterm birth are among the leading causes of infant mortality in the U.S., and they are…
Fruits and vegetables are the cornerstone of any nutritious diet, and they are especially important during pregnancy. Pregnant women need to ensure that their diet provides enough nutrients and energy…
There are several ways to stop or prevent hiccups in newborns. Taking breaks from feeding to burp and using pacifiers can help, for example. It is important to remember that…
Six months ago, Melissa Nichols brought her baby girl, Arlo, home from the hospital. And she immediately had a secret. "I just felt guilty and like I didn't want to…
Get your Newborn Twins on a schedule: When you have newborn twins, things have to be on a schedule "You want to get your babies on the same feeding and…
Summertime can bring lots of fun but it also brings dangers from the sun. Children are not immune from skin cancer and it is best to get in the habit…
