Having a baby can be overwhelming, but don't fret. We've got all the secrets to get you bathing, dressing and changing your newborn like a total pro.

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Life with a new baby can mean a steep learning curve. From advice on diaper changing and bath time to sleep habits and feeding schedules, we’ve got your covered.

Baby

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

Newborn care

Is it worth it to rouse a happily snoozing baby for a nighttime diaper change? Blowout situations are never optional, but sometimes it's a judgment call.

Should you wake your sleeping baby for a nighttime diaper change?

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Why you might want to seriously consider hiring a night nurse, aka a nighttime nanny to help you care for your newborn. All your questions answered.

Do you need a night nurse for help with your baby?

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Don't stake your self-worth as a parent on obsessing over your baby's sleep schedule, because so much of it is out of your control anyhow.

Baby's sleep schedule: "I had to stop obsessing for my own mental health"

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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. 

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What is postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety and just the baby blues? What are their differences? Here’s what to watch for.

Postpartum depression or anxiety vs. the baby blues

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Everything you need to know about caring for your postpartum body, from managing depression and anxiety to what changes will happen in your body.

Newborn care

25 baby-care hacks for first-time parents

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