Baby

Everything you need to know about your baby, including information on breastfeeding, teething, colic, baby development, food, sleep, and more..

How to raise a smart baby

How to raise a smart baby

Your child may or may not be a tiny genius, but you can help boost your baby's brain development with these easy tips and activities.

Alex Mlynek

How to create a woodland nursery

How to create a woodland nursery

Pinterest just announced that the trendiest nursery theme for 2017 is...woodland! Here's how to create this gender-neutral theme for your baby's room.

Karen Robock

This preemie survived thanks to 'Harry Potter' so J. K. Rowling sent her a special gift

This preemie survived thanks to 'Harry Potter' so J. K. Rowling sent her a special gift

'The girl who lived' was born at only 23 weeks and her father read her all the Harry Potter books every day.

Davina Sinnatamby

What to do if your baby is refusing solid food

What to do if your baby is refusing solid food

Catherine Jheon

How to enjoy the holidays while nursing a newborn

How to enjoy the holidays while nursing a newborn

Breastfeeding during this busy time of year can be tricky, especially for new moms. Follow these tips to enjoy the holiday season while nursing a newborn

Alex Mlynek

6 lap games your baby will love

6 lap games your baby will love

Your baby will spend months sitting on your lap. How do you make the most of having him there? Play!

Trish Snyder

Ask Dr. Dina: How can I keep my sleep-trained baby on track during the holidays?

Ask Dr. Dina: How can I keep my sleep-trained baby on track during the holidays?

Dr. Dina Kulik

You're not a bad parent if you didn't make a baby book

You're not a bad parent if you didn't make a baby book

Some parents feel pressured to keep a baby book during the first year. It's OK to admit you're not the crafty or sentimental type—you're still a good mom!

Jessica Leeder

How to turn baby things into baby keepsakes

How to turn baby things into baby keepsakes

These seven ideas for turning your special baby things into baby keepsakes will ensure your first year memories last forever.

Today's Parent

How to prepare your baby for daycare

How to prepare your baby for daycare

Before mat leave ends, get your baby—and yourself—ready for a tear-free transition to daycare.

Erin Phelan

3 babywearing techniques for winter

Baby development

3 babywearing techniques for winter

Babywearing is growing in popularity. But Canadian parents who want to use this approach have a challenge: coping with winter weather.

Teresa Pitman

Germaphobe parents: Will your baby be OK?

Germaphobe parents: Will your baby be OK?

Here's how parents can protect their newborn from germs without going totally overboard.

Lisa Kadane

What to do when your baby's not sociable

Baby development

What to do when your baby's not sociable

Has your little one started shying away from others? Don't panic! Here's what you can do.

Teresa Pitman

How to handle back pain after having a baby

How to handle back pain after having a baby

Sore back from toting your babe? Here are some basic strategies to help protect your back, while carrying your baby.

Teresa Pitman

What finger foods to feed your baby—and what foods to avoid

What finger foods to feed your baby—and what foods to avoid

Self-feeding gives babies a little independence, here's what you should know.

Teresa Pitman

What you need to know about newborn cradle cap

What you need to know about newborn cradle cap

Cradle cap is unsightly, but harmless. Read on for everything you need to know about how to treat your baby's scaly scalp.

Susan Spicer

11 tips to help you parent on four hours of sleep a night

11 tips to help you parent on four hours of sleep a night

Is your baby's night waking making you feel like a zombie? Here's a survival guide for sleep-deprived parents.

Anita Dubey

Why your baby's gut bacteria is so important

Why your baby's gut bacteria is so important

Since babies are born with a gut bacteria count of zero, it's crucial to build it up in the first few months and years. Here's how and why to do it.

Nancy Carr

3 common eye problems: What you need to know

3 common eye problems: What you need to know

If your kid has an eye problem, don't panic. Here’s what to do when it comes to common eye problems and caring for your kids’ eyes.

Karen Robock

Essential tips for do-it-yourself baby food

Essential tips for do-it-yourself baby food

When it comes to making nutritious food for your baby, it’s easier than you may think!

Today's Parent