Here's how to tell the difference between true labor and false labor -- and when to get medical care.
Choking is an emergency - so it's important to recognize the signs of choking and know what to do if happens.
When you first meet your newborn, you may be surprised by what you see. Here's what to expect.
Your baby's here! Find out what to expect on that special day first day of life.
Find out what the experts have to say.
Choking is an emergency - so it's important to recognize the signs of choking and know what to do if happens.
You have an important decision to make before you take your newborn son home: whether to circumcise him. Before deciding, talk to your doctor and consider the issues.
Constipation is a very common problem among kids, and it usually occurs because a child's diet doesn't include enough fluids and fiber. In most cases, simple changes can help kids go.
This harmless condition - the infant form of dandruff - causes rough, scaly patches on a baby's skin.
Diaper rash is a very common infection that can cause a baby's skin to become sore, red, scaly, and tender. In most cases, it clears up with simple changes in diapering.
Find answers to common inquiries about introducing solids and whole milk to formula-fed babies.
Doctors use growth charts to figure out whether kids' height and weight measurements are "normal" and whether they're developing on track. Here are some facts about growth charts.
Find out what the experts have to say.
Find out what the experts have to say.
When you first meet your newborn, you may be surprised by what you see. Here's what to expect.
You probably have lots of questions about your baby's health. When should you call the doctor, and what medical care should you expect for your baby at this age?
Because your baby begins to show his or her personality during these months, your questions may move from simple sleeping and eating concerns to those about physical and social development.
Newborn screening tests look for health conditions that aren't apparent at birth. Find out which tests are done.
If you're a new mom, breastfeeding your baby can feel like a challenge. Check out this article for information on common nursing positions, proper latching-on techniques, and how to know if your baby is getting enough to eat.
Oral thrush, a very common infection in infants that causes irritation in and around the baby's mouth, often goes away on its own without medical treatment.
Considering adoption? Here are some things to know about the health and medical care of an adopted child, before, during, and after the adoption.
Newborn babies don’t yet have a sense of day and night. They wake often to eat – no matter what time it is.
Building a relationship with your child's doctor requires communication and reasonable expectations.
Teething can be a tough time for babies and parents. Here are the facts on teething, including tips for baby teeth hygiene and relieving pain.
Your baby's here! Find out what to expect on that special day first day of life.
The Apgar score is the very first test given to a newborn, done right after birth in the delivery or birthing room.
During the first 3 months of life, babies cry more than at any other time. Here's how to soothe them.
Why do newborns need a dose of vitamin K at birth? Find out what the experts have to say.
Find out what this doctor's checkup will involve a few days after your baby is born.
Find out what this doctor's checkup will involve after your baby arrives.
Your newborn is taking in first sights, sounds, and smells while learning to explore the world through the senses. What are your baby's responses to light, noise, and touch?
Colic is defined as crying for more than 3 hours a day, for more than 3 days a week, for at least 3 weeks.
Abusive head trauma is the leading cause of death in child abuse cases in the United States. It happens when someone shakes an infant.
A cleft lip is when a baby's lip doesn't form properly during pregnancy. Most kids can have surgery to repair one early in life.
A cleft palate is when a baby is born with a cleft (gap) in the roof of the mouth. Most kids can have surgery to repair them early in life.
A cleft palate with a cleft lip is when a baby's lip and palate (roof of mouth) don't form properly during pregnancy. Most kids with cleft lip and palate are treated successfully with no lasting problems.
Some babies are born with a thyroid gland that didn't develop correctly or doesn't work as it should. This is called congenital hypothyroidism.
Constipation is a very common problem among kids, and it usually occurs because a child's diet doesn't include enough fluids and fiber. In most cases, simple changes can help kids go.
This harmless condition - the infant form of dandruff - causes rough, scaly patches on a baby's skin.
Craniosynostosis is when seams between bones in the skull close too soon. When this happens, the skull can’t expand grow as it should, and it develops an unusual shape.
Diaper rash is a very common infection that can cause a baby's skin to become sore, red, scaly, and tender. In most cases, it clears up with simple changes in diapering.
Ebstein anomaly is a rare heart defect that affects the tricuspid valve. It can cause problems that range from very mild to very serious.
A fetal abdominal cyst is a bubble of fluid in a balloon-like bag in the belly of an unborn baby.
A fetal lung mass is an unusual lump that grows inside or next to an unborn baby’s lung. Some are treated before birth, while others are removed after the baby is born.
Some babies are born with the metabolic disorder glactosemia. They must drink soy-based formula instead of breast milk or a cow's milk-based formula.
Goldenhar syndrome can cause incomplete development of bones in the face, affecting the ear, nose, soft palate, lip, and jaw. A cleft and craniofacial care team can help kids born with the condition.
Malrotation is a type of obstruction caused by abnormal development of the intestines while a fetus is in the womb. Find out more about this condition and the complications it can cause.
Laryngomalacia is a common cause of noisy breathing in infants.
Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is a rare metabolic disorder that some babies are born with.
You probably have lots of questions about your baby's health. When should you call the doctor, and what medical care should you expect for your baby at this age?
Because your baby begins to show his or her personality during these months, your questions may move from simple sleeping and eating concerns to those about physical and social development.
Some babies are born with a meningocele, which is a sac that pushes through the gap in the spine. With surgery to fix the problem, most babies with a meningocele live a healthy, normal life.
Myelomeningocele is a type of spina bifida in which a baby is born with a gap in the bones of the spine.
If your child is allergic to nuts or peanuts, it's essential to learn what foods might contain them and how to avoid them.
A baby born with an omphalocele has an opening where the umbilical cord goes into the belly. Some openings close on their own, but many need treatment, including surgery.
Oral thrush, a very common infection in infants that causes irritation in and around the baby's mouth, often goes away on its own without medical treatment.
A cleft is when tissues of the mouth or lip don't form properly when a baby is developing in the womb. The good news is that orofacial clefts are treatable.
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a metabolic disorder caused by a defect in the enzyme that breaks down an amino acid. PKU is treatable when it is found early.
Gastroschisis is when a baby is born with the intestines, and sometimes other organs, sticking out through a hole in the belly wall near the umbilical cord. A gastroschisis silo allow the intestines to slowly move into the belly.
Sepsis is a serious infection usually caused when bacteria make toxins that cause the immune system to attack the body's own organs and tissues.
In spina bifida occulta, a baby is born with a gap in the spine's bones, but the spinal cord and its covering do not push through it.
Teething can be a tough time for babies and parents. Here are the facts on teething, including tips for baby teeth hygiene and relieving pain.
An umbilical hernia shows up as a bump under the belly button. If a hernia doesn't go away by age 4 or 5 or causes problems, doctors may recommend surgery.
Find out what the experts have to say.
Find out what the experts have to say.
Find out what the experts have to say.
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This recipe is especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but can be a nutritious part of almost anyone's diet.
This recipe is especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but it can be a nutritious part of almost anyone's diet.
Find out what the experts have to say.
Expecting another child? Things will be a little different this time. Here's how to prepare for your new addition.
You might think of babies and toddlers when you hear the words "babyproofing" or "childproofing," but unintentional injury is the leading cause of death in kids 14 and under.
Choosing baby products can be confusing, but one consideration must never be compromised: your little one's safety.
Baby bathtubs give parents a safe way to wash a wet, slippery baby. Here's how to choose and use one.
Babies love and need close contact, and infant carriers are ideal for nestling them against their parents. Here's how to use one safely.
Babies can get hurt if they fall off changing tables, so they should always be watched closely. Here's what else to know.
When you choose a crib, check it carefully to make sure that your baby's sleep space is safe. Here's how.
Gates placed at the top of stairs or in doorways are used to keep toddlers away from hazardous areas of the home. Here's what to look for.
Regular infant seats simply allow young babies to sit up. Never substitute any type of infant seat for a child safety seat (car seat).
Playpens are popular because parents can put their baby in one knowing that their little one can't wander off. But they're no substitute for adult supervision.
Strollers come in a variety of sizes and styles. When you're searching for that perfect stroller that's light and portable, keep safety in mind.
All toys you select for your baby or toddler should meet safety standards. These tips can help you find safe toys for your little one.
Newborn screening tests look for health conditions that aren't apparent at birth. Find out which tests are done.
Parents of twins (or more!) can feel as if they've left the hospital and arrived home on a different planet. Here's how to cope.
If your daughter is pregnant and planning to have the baby, many changes await your family. How can you support her through the challenges to come?
A fetal echocardiogram (also called a fetal echo) uses sound waves to create pictures of an unborn baby's heart.
Fetal magnetic resonance imaging (also called a fetal MRI) uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed pictures of an unborn baby.
Newborn screening tests look for health conditions that aren't apparent at birth. Find out which tests are done.
The first trimester screening (or first trimester screen) includes a blood test and an ultrasound exam. It's done to see if a fetus is at risk for a chromosomal abnormality or birth defect.
If your daughter is pregnant and planning to have the baby, many changes await your family. How can you support her through the challenges to come?
