newborns

Neurological function is often assessed within the first few moments of life for newborns. Accuracy isn’t always the best initially because newborns aren’t very alert. Plus minor development delays can be normal, says the Children’s…

If you plan on spending down time at home after your baby's birth surfing the net or possibly even getting some work done, the thought that your laptops could harm your baby might send you into a panic. There's no reason to toss your…

Even though some newborns are born with almost no hair at all, your newborn might need you to begin caring from her hair shortly after her birth. If she was born with a full head of hair, you might enjoy brushing it as part of your early…

A 2008 study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry reported that vaginal delivery may lead to better mother/child bonding than Cesarean section births. The study involved a small population of women and the researchers…

Advocates of attachment parenting have championed close contact with newborns for years, but recent research confirms that touch is crucial for optimal development no matter what the parenting philosophy. Touch seems to improve babies’…

SIDS is defined as the sudden and unexplainable death in a baby under the age of 1. This is the leading cause of death in infants under 1 year of age, according to the University of Michigan Health System. It is recommended that you…

The selection of diapers facing new parents is potentially overwhelming, with brands containing varying levels of absorbency. There are multiple brands and different quality levels of disposable diapers, but reusable diapers also offer a…

People continue to debate whether cloth diapers are better for the environment than disposable diapers -- even if they are reusable, they still use water and energy resources in order to clean them -- but the cost savings are attractive.…

The first few months of a baby’s life can be stressful since everyone is trying to establish a routine that includes the needs of the new baby. Sleep is often scarce for the baby and his parents, and everyone wonders how exactly to interact…

Parents want nothing but the best for their new babies. It is important to remember that a newborn infant’s needs and tolerances are much different from older babies, toddlers and school-age children. Make sure you give your new baby…