baby sleep

Here's how long to breastfeed to cut your baby's SIDS risk by half

Here's how long to breastfeed to cut your baby's SIDS risk by half

A study found that breastfeeding for two months—even if you supplement with formula—can reduce your baby's risk of SIDS by half.

Jill Buchner

Science has found why some babies are vulnerable to SIDS

Science has found why some babies are vulnerable to SIDS

Scientists have found an abnormality in the brains of babies with SIDS—but following this key sleep guideline can still help keep babies safe.

Jill Buchner

This calculator will tell you how much sleep you've lost since having kids (spoiler: it's a lot)

This calculator will tell you how much sleep you've lost since having kids (spoiler: it's a lot)

Ready to find out just how much lost sleep you've accrued since becoming a parent? This handy new calculator will reveal all.

Amy Valm

Can I let my baby sleep in the car seat or stroller?

Can I let my baby sleep in the car seat or stroller?

Is there a downside to letting your newborn snooze in the stroller or car seat? Experts reveal if you should let your baby nap on the go.

Jennifer Goldberg

The nap schedule will get your baby to sleep longer at night

The nap schedule will get your baby to sleep longer at night

We're going to let you in on a little secret that will help you and your baby sleep better. It's called the 2-3-4 nap schedule and it is magical.

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Quit room-sharing with your six-month-old: You'll both sleep better for it

Quit room-sharing with your six-month-old: You'll both sleep better for it

Despite earlier infant sleep guidelines, new research says keeping your baby in your bedroom past six months leads to less sleep and harmful bedtime habits.

Karen Robock

Updated recall: Costco pulls Pekkle baby sleepers due to faulty snap

Updated recall: Costco pulls Pekkle baby sleepers due to faulty snap

Groupe Lemur Inc. has recalled various Pekkle Baby Sleepers with metal snaps.

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New restrictions are coming on playpens and their accessories

New restrictions are coming on playpens and their accessories

Playpens have changed a lot in the past 20 years. Health Canada says many new features come with risks and we need stronger regulations to keep babies safe.

Jill Buchner

Sleep-deprived parents: Check out this baby cot that simulates a car ride

Sleep-deprived parents: Check out this baby cot that simulates a car ride

Classic car company Ford has developed a baby cot that mimics a car ride to save sleep-deprived parents.

Amy Valm

How to move your baby to the crib without waking him up

How to move your baby to the crib without waking him up

Yay! Baby's finally asleep. Now what? Here are four ways you can move him to the crib without interrupting his sleep.

Today's Parent

How to get a baby to sleep: 4 must-follow tips

How to get a baby to sleep: 4 must-follow tips

These clever, parent-tested strategies will help your baby sleep a little longer.

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Newborn sleep schedule: Prepare for anything

Newborn sleep schedule: Prepare for anything

Are you staring at your adorable new bundle of joy and begging her to sleep? That's normal. Here's what you need to know about newborn sleep habits.

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Ask a paediatrician: What are new parents most surprised by?

Ask a paediatrician: What are new parents most surprised by?

Got a question about poop, newborn eyesight or when to start solids? We asked Dr. Dina Kulik to address the most common concerns she gets from new parents.

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Watch this ninja mom attempt to scoot out of her sleeping baby's room

Watch this ninja mom attempt to scoot out of her sleeping baby's room

The struggle is real! We're sure you can relate to this mom as she attempts to get out of her baby's room without waking him up.

Davina Sinnatamby

What you need to know about the new safe sleep guidelines for babies

What you need to know about the new safe sleep guidelines for babies

Some of the newest recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics may surprise you. From bed-sharing to pacifiers, here's what you need to know.

Ariel Brewster

This bassinet is a dream come true for sleep-deprived parents

This bassinet is a dream come true for sleep-deprived parents

Dr. Harvey Karp's new invention just might be the secret to getting your newborn to sleep.

Davina Sinnatamby

What you can do to reduce the risk of SIDS

What you can do to reduce the risk of SIDS

Closely following sleep guidelines is the best way to keep your baby safe. Here's everything you need to know about SIDS and safe bedtime practices.

Karen Robock

Dos and don'ts of sleep training

Dos and don'ts of sleep training

So you’re ready to start sleep training your baby and you're probably feeling a bit anxious about it. Before you start, read these tips from a doctor.

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Ask Dr. Dina: Can I let my baby sleep in his swing?

Ask Dr. Dina: Can I let my baby sleep in his swing?

Dr. Dina Kulik

Study: Parents STILL aren’t following safe sleep guidelines for babies

Study: Parents STILL aren’t following safe sleep guidelines for babies

A new study finds that an alarming percentage of parents still let their babies sleep with crib bumpers, loose blankets or stuffies.

Ariel Brewster