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"Rooming in" with your newborn is supposed to encourage breastfeeding, but it can also jeopardize maternal mental health.

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I feared having a baby in the NICU, but instead I found peace of mind amid the wires and monitors.

The NICU didn't just save my son—it saved his terrified parents, too

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Lorraine Allen

Many parents and paediatricians swear by it, yet some maternity-ward nurses are telling new moms and dads that swaddling isn't safe to try at home. Why?

Is it still safe to swaddle your baby?

Many parents and paediatricians swear by it, yet some maternity-ward nurses tell new moms and dads that it’s too dangerous to try at home. What gives?

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Getting your baby to sleep through the night can be a challenge. We're here to help you navigate baby sleep training, safe sleep guidelines, and naptime. 

Newborn care

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