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

My child has what? 4 icky kid ailments

My child has what? 4 icky kid ailments

Tips to (discreetly) deal with icky kid ailments.

Cheryl Embrett

Mosquitos have begun spreading Zika in the U.S.

Mosquitos have begun spreading Zika in the U.S.

Four people in Florida are believed to have caught the virus locally, from mosquito bites.

The Associated Press

Why won't my baby sleep?

Why won't my baby sleep?

You want your little one to sleep, but she just won't settle. Instead of resorting to panic, read these tips on baby sleep.

Today's Parent

What you need to know about nanny shares

What you need to know about nanny shares

A nanny share is perfect for families looking for affordable, but still personalized, shared child care.

Lea Zeltserman

What to do when your baby bumps her head

What to do when your baby bumps her head

It’s scary when your baby hits her head. Here’s what head injury symptoms to watch out for and when not to worry.

Ellen Rosenberg

How to hire a nanny

How to hire a nanny

If your child-care needs aren’t nine to five, or you have more than one kid, a nanny (live-in or live-out) might make sense for your family.

Jessica Leeder

8 features to look for in a stroller

8 features to look for in a stroller

If you're looking for the best stroller, here are some key things think about as you’re shopping.

Cara Smusiak

Study: Babies prefer “boy” or “girl” toys from a young age

Study: Babies prefer “boy” or “girl” toys from a young age

Even nine-month-olds may choose the toys they play with based on gender stereotypes.

Ariel Brewster

10 breastfeeding tips to get you through the night

10 breastfeeding tips to get you through the night

Feeding a newborn isn't easy, but these breastfeeding tips might help you master nighttime nursing.

Teresa Pitman

How to freeze breast milk

How to freeze breast milk

If you have expressed breast milk that you want to freeze, make sure you follow these tips.

Karen Robock

Is it safe to reheat a bottle of breast milk?

Is it safe to reheat a bottle of breast milk?

Should you reheat that unfinished bottle of great milk or throw it out? We break down the answer.

Karen Robock

How to safely warm a bottle of breast milk or formula

How to safely warm a bottle of breast milk or formula

Before heating up that bottle of breast milk or formula, read these important safety tips.

Karen Robock

Is it safe to reheat a bottle of formula?

Is it safe to reheat a bottle of formula?

Your baby didn't quite finish his bottle–is it safe to reheat it and let your baby drink it. We have the answer.

Karen Robock

Home daycares versus larger daycare centres: pros and cons

Home daycares versus larger daycare centres: pros and cons

Katie Dupuis weighs the pros and cons of both daycare experiences.

Katie Dupuis

21 Meaningful Baby Names

21 Meaningful Baby Names

Joyous. Courageous. Strong. The meanings of these unique baby names reflect the character traits we want our kids to have.

Candace Alper

6 tips for dealing with a determined baby

Baby development

6 tips for dealing with a determined baby

Some babies just want to dress themselves or make their way through all your babyproofing. Here's how to deal with a determined baby.

Teresa Pitman

How to keep your baby cool this summer

How to keep your baby cool this summer

Worried about your little one in the hot summer sun? Read on for our expert's tips on keeping your baby cool.

Wendy Haaf

7 helpful child-care sites and apps

7 helpful child-care sites and apps

Find child care options daycare spots, babysitters and more at the touch of a button.

Today's Parent

How to tell if your kid needs stitches

How to tell if your kid needs stitches

Sometimes a cut needs more than a kiss to heal properly. Here are the telltale signs.

Laura Grande

Drop-side cribs are now officially illegal

Drop-side cribs are now officially illegal

Don't even think about trying to unload that crib that's been in your mom's garage for thirty years.

Katie Dupuis