Baby 3-6 months

Recognizing the signs of postpartum depression

Recognizing the signs of postpartum depression

I knew all about postpartum depression, but surely I didn’t have it. I just needed to smile more. Try harder. That didn’t work.

Claire Tansey

10 shows to binge-watch while breastfeeding

10 shows to binge-watch while breastfeeding

Do you get bored while breastfeeding your baby? Fear not! Help is on its way.

Emily Rivas

Study: "Crib bumpers are killing babies"

Study: "Crib bumpers are killing babies"

Along with blankets, pillows and stuffed animals, crib bumpers pose a risk to babies and should not be used.

Claire Gagne

9 baffling baby behaviours—and what they mean

9 baffling baby behaviours—and what they mean

Gagging? Fake coughing? We've decoded your tot's trying tricks. Here's how to learn how to understand and deal with your baby's behaviour.

Lisa Bendall

Why your baby needs so many doctor's appointments

Why your baby needs so many doctor's appointments

Does it seem like there are a lot of doctor's appointments for your new baby? All those checkups let the doctor get to know your baby.

Susan Spicer

6 documents every baby needs

6 documents every baby needs

New babies require lots of documentation. Here’s what new parents in Canada need to know.

Liz Bruckner

Worried about vaccines? Your top questions answered

Worried about vaccines? Your top questions answered

Caught up in the debate of whether or not vaccinations are safe and necessary? Dr. Joelene Huber gives you the expert advice you need to know.

Joelene Huber

Baby feeding cheat sheet

Baby feeding cheat sheet

Curious about when to start your baby on solids? Our new cheat sheet is a great reference to get you started.

Today's Parent

Baby development: How games and songs boost her brain

Baby development

Baby development: How games and songs boost her brain

Games, rhymes and songs are about more than just passing the time—they're key to your baby's development.

Emily Piccinin

Is it safe to drink alcohol while breastfeeding?

Is it safe to drink alcohol while breastfeeding?

The answer is yes, you can have a beer at the barbecue, even when you're nursing.

Karen Robock

5 tips for safe babywearing

5 tips for safe babywearing

Ensure your wee one is safe and secure before heading out with these essential babywearing tips.

Cara Smusiak

Exercise with baby: 9 easy moves

Exercise with baby: 9 easy moves

Ready to get moving again? Start with these gentle yet effective exercises you can do with your baby.

Today's Parent

What to do if your child is choking

What to do if your child is choking

It’s one of your worst fears—especially if you don’t know what to do. Here’s what every parent needs to know about choking.

Claire Gagne

Feeling like a mommy failure

Feeling like a mommy failure

Katie Dupuis

7 things I learned from my baby's first cold

7 things I learned from my baby's first cold

Citynews reporter Galit Solomon shares tips she learned from dealing with her baby's first cold.

Galit Solomon

Baby body language: 3 common moves decoded

Baby development

Baby body language: 3 common moves decoded

Most of your baby’s cues will be unique to her, but this common baby body language is shared by babes around the world.

Tracy Chappell

Choosing the right baby carrier

Choosing the right baby carrier

Deciding on a baby carrier can be a challenge. Here’s what you need to know before you buy.

Karen Robock

The benefits of baby massage

Baby development

The benefits of baby massage

Baby massage is easy for parents to learn, and can help relieve gas, colic and teething pain.

Nicole Nifo

Is your baby ready for solid food?

Baby development

Is your baby ready for solid food?

When to introduce solid food to your infant—and why.

Dawn Calleja

When to stop feeding your baby lactose

When to stop feeding your baby lactose

Sometimes the lingering effects of a stomach bug can make it hard for little ones to digest lactose.

Jodi Di Menna