Child care advice

Believe it or not, your little one can benefit from playing with toys from a very early age. “Toys for...

A baby play mat just might be the perfect toy. It’s portable, usually washable and endlessly entertaining. Also known as...

Co-sleeping is the practice of having your baby sleep close to you rather than in another room. Using a baby...

When you’re already schlepping around a baby and diaper bag, the last thing you want to do is juggle a...

Maybe you’ve seen vintage photos of infants tottering around in baby walkers, as the baby apparatus has been around for...

Parents with two kids know that their growing brood is twice the reason to invest in the best double stroller...

Stroller shopping: It’s all about the fold. And the weight (light, light, light). And the canopy. And the recline. It...

It’s midnight, and you’re standing in your baby’s bedroom, pacifier in hand, wondering if it’ll get him to stop crying....

Are you worried about your baby’s first plane ride? Whether you’re visiting relatives or taking the vacation of a lifetime,...

So you have a new baby at home, and you’re wondering, “What kind of activities for babies can I use...

You’ve heard it over and over from books, blogs, family and friends: “The first year of a baby’s life is...

Your first few weeks at home with your new baby can be nerve-wracking. Is your baby eating enough? Are you...

Just about every baby gets diaper rash, but what about these new red spots on your baby’s legs? Where did...

Constipation in infants can be difficult to deal with. The crying, fussing and sleeplessness are enough to make any parent...

You know allergies run in your family, and you’re terrified to start your 6-month-old on solids for fear he’ll have...

Itty bitty fingernails and toenails painted with baby nail polish looks adorable, and those bright colors can even come in...

Spitting up? Baby vomiting? Projectile vomiting? Although these aren’t the best topics for dinner-table discussion, it’s helpful for parents to...

Does your baby suffer from gas or diarrhea or spit up frequently? If your little one seems uncomfortable after every...

You expect your teenager to get an occasional pimple on his face, but what happens when spots start popping up...

The first time your baby has a fever can be a scary time for new parents. Don’t panic! “It is...

No matter how vigilant you are, your baby will take her first tumble at some point. But that’s okay. It’s all a...

Teething is rough. Just ask the sleep-deprived parents of a fussy, teething baby. Thank goodness for teething remedies! “Teething can...

Cranky days … sleepless nights … and that drool running down your baby’s chin. Teething isn’t fun for anyone involved....

Many parents look forward to their child’s first toothy grin, but teething can also be a source of stress —...

You’ve probably been warned about what happens when a baby starts “cutting teeth” — Your cuddly bundle of sweetness will...

That first tiny tooth that pops up from your baby’s gums is exciting and looks so cute. But the teething...