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Is Bed-Sharing with Baby Dangerous?
Sharing a bed with your infant has many benefits that outweigh the perceived risks. Here’s how bed-sharing can strengthen the bond between mother and child.
Sears Family Blog
Step-by-step Weaning Advice
Breaking the nursing to sleep association can be a struggle. Remember though, baby needs a happy, rested mother. Try these tips when weaning.
Childhood Illnesses
Pink Eye
There are 6 main causes of pink eye. Learn more about the symptoms and how to treat them.
Skin Care
Cuts, Scrapes, and Stitches
Injures are inevitable. Here are tips on treating your child’s wounds and whether to get stitches or not.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding Personalities
Identify the way your baby feeds. Here’s how to encourage her to respect the breasts that feed her.
Parenting
Backpacks and Back Pain
Does your child complain of back pain after school? Try these tips to prevent backpack pains.
Pregnancy
Traveling When Pregnant
Travel can be enjoyable, yet stressful. Know these limits while traveling during pregnancy.
Sears Family Connect
Healthy Tips From the Sears
We will be sharing health and wellness tips, parenting advice, and our personal stories.
Sears Parenting Library
