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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

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

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

Baby spit up: When should you worry?

Baby spit up: When should you worry?

Sure reflux happens, but when should you be concerned about your baby's spit up habits?

Sarah Liss

What it feels like to wean your child

What it feels like to wean your child

Weaning your child can bring about another round of changes for moms. Here's how it may affect you—physically and emotionally.

Abigail Cukier

I was shamed for breastfeeding in public

I was shamed for breastfeeding in public

Alexandra Shimo had to feed her baby in a basement because “people don’t want to see that while eating.”

Alexandra Shimo

How to prevent wrist pain while breastfeeding

How to prevent wrist pain while breastfeeding

For some moms, breastfeeding can have crippling effects.

Samantha Shepherd

How to combine breastfeeding and bottle-feeding

How to combine breastfeeding and bottle-feeding

Some moms might want to try breastfeeding and bottle-feeding her baby. If that sounds like you, here's how to do it.

Kara Aaserud

When Can Babies Eat Eggs?

When Can Babies Eat Eggs?

Dr. Dina Kulik

The Dos and Don'ts Of Safe Formula Feeding

The Dos and Don'ts Of Safe Formula Feeding

Whether you’re supplementing breastmilk or using it exclusively, feed your baby formula safely with these tips from lactation consultant Teresa Pitman.

Teresa Pitman

Can I drink coffee while breastfeeding?

Can I drink coffee while breastfeeding?

The last thing a new, sleep-deprived parent needs is to give up caffeine. Here's what you need to know about drinking coffee while breastfeeding.

Louise Gleeson

How to sterilize bottles of breast milk

How to sterilize bottles of breast milk

Do you have to sterilize bottles after every feeding? We break down how to safely clean bottles of breast milk.

Karen Robock

How long does breast milk last?

How long does breast milk last?

Find out how long breast milk lasts in the fridge, freezer and at room temperature. Plus, how to store it safely.

Karen Robock

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

Does dairy affect my breastfeeding baby?

Does dairy affect my breastfeeding baby?

Could dairy be making your breastfeeding baby fussy? Here's what you need to know about lactose intolerance in babies.

Louise Gleeson

Can pacifiers and bottles really cause nipple confusion?

Can pacifiers and bottles really cause nipple confusion?

If you want to try pumping and bottle feeding your baby, you're probably nervous about nipple confusion. Here's what you can do to prevent it.

Louise Gleeson

Do lactation teas and cookies really work?

Do lactation teas and cookies really work?

Paediatrician Jack Newman reveals if lactation cookies and teas will actually help you produce more breast milk.

Louise Gleeson

How do I know my baby's getting enough breast milk?

How do I know my baby's getting enough breast milk?

Is your baby constantly wanting to breastfeeding? Don't worry, this doesn't mean you're not producing enough milk.

Louise Gleeson