Should you avoid foods during breastfeeding to prevent colic?
Are there certain foods that are best not to eat when breastfeeding to avoid colic? Colic in breastfed babies is a common problem, but not all the cau…
Category: Babies (from 0 to12 months)
Early exposure may be the key to helping your child avoid food allergies
Although food allergies are a common concern for parents, there are recommendations to help reduce the risk of developing severe food allergies as well as…
Is fruit juice really healthy for my kids?
Are you surprised to hear that the juice you make for your children's snack can lead to obesity and tooth decay, although is 100% fruit? There is s…
Why fathers are important during the first year of life
Do you know the importance of a father’s role during the infancy and what benefits can provide for you and your family?
Every word you say builds your child’s brain: The importance of talking to your baby during the first years of life
Talking with your baby or small child is a powerful tool parents can use to stimulate brain development and help them be ready for school e…
How to really get your baby to sleep through the night: A no nonsense approach
Two major concerns of new parents are 1) when will the baby sleep through the night, and 2) how to get the baby to sleep t…
Skip the bells and whistles; traditional toys are best for babies!
A common question among parents is what toys are best for baby. Parents want to protect, care for, and give happiness to their chi…
Does swaddling increase the risk of SIDS in infants?
News reports have been citing a new study* about the increased risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) in infants when swaddled
How to survive a plane trip with an infant or small child
Modern life often requires plane travel for families. Frequent travelers know the dread when a flight is full of infants or small children.&n…
Prevent sunburn: healthy skin begins in infancy
Babies are little rays of sunshine in the lives of their parents, yet some parents are unaware of how actual sunshine is unhealthy for thei…