Before giving birth, parents often feel a strong natural urge to provide a safe environment for their baby – often called “nesting.” Of course, your baby won’t be mobile for several months, so don’t feel too pressured to get all the baby proofing done right away. But once baby begins to kick, roll and eventually […]
Every Baby Needs a Clean Diaper
One in three U.S. parents struggle with “diaper need” – the inability to provide clean diapers for their baby, according to a 2010 Huggies study. At this scale, diaper need is a critical issue for our nation. In this article we briefly discuss why it is so important that every baby has a clean diaper […]
Baby Wipes are Not Just for Diapering
Note: This article was written by Dr. William Sears and sponsored by Huggies®. Dr. Sears is a member of the Huggies Parent Council. Most pediatricians and parents would agree, baby wipes are a staple of baby care and should be used at every diaper change no matter what – even if it’s just a […]
5 Tips for Welcoming Home Baby Number 2
Note: This article was written by Dr. William Sears and sponsored by Huggies®. Dr. Sears is a member of the Huggies Parent Council. You may be thinking, “I’ve already had one newborn in the house so round two should be a breeze.” You’ve probably already decorated the nursery, stocked up on your favorite Huggies diapers […]
The Power of a Hug: Tips for New Moms and Dads on How Best to Bond with Baby
Note: This article was written by Dr. William Sears and sponsored by Huggies®. Dr. Sears is a member of the Huggies Parent Council. Bonding—the term for the close emotional tie that develops between parents and baby at birth and in the beginning months— is a critical step in the relationship building process with your […]
Is Your Child Too Sick for Daycare?
How to Tell if Your Baby is Too Sick for Daycare It’s seven in the morning and family rush hour begins. The tea kettle is whistling, the toaster’s popping, and the traffic report is the usual bad news. Enter a whine that will turn your already overbooked day upside down. By reflex you lay hands […]
What Happens if We Leave Baby’s Foreskin Intact?
If You Decide to Leave Foreskin Intact Leaving the foreskin intact protects the penis from irritation and infection caused by rubbing on wet and soiled diapers. At birth it is impossible to make a judgment about how tight the foreskin will remain, since almost all boys have tight foreskins for the first year. In about […]
Work with Mom or Daycare?
“My daughter Noa is 2-months-old and I am returning to work. Luckily, I am able to take her to work with me every day, and I have a play area for her in my office. I am worried that I won’t be able to provide enough stimulation for her, and that maybe day care is […]
Should I Use a Humidifier for Baby with the Heater?
Using a Humidifier for Baby “Now that cold weather is upon us we have begun turning on our heater at home. The problem is that now the air in the house has become extremely dry. My 7-month-old son suffers from eczema and on top of that his nasal passages and the skin around his nostrils […]
How Do I Help My High-need Baby Transition?
“I am 31-years-old and have a 14-year-old daughter and a 4-month-old daughter. I am a single mom. My infant is a “high need” baby. I am worried about going back to work. I obviously have no other options as I am the only bread winner and living on a tight budget. My maternity leave will […]
DHA in Baby’s Formula?
“I am formula-feeding my baby. I have heard that formula companies are planning to add DHA and ARA (two essential fats) to formula next year. I have read how important these fats are for my baby’s brain development. How can I add these fats to his formula now?” DHA is probably the most important fat […]
12 Lessons Our High Need Baby Taught Us
1. It wasn’t our fault. Hayden fussed because of her temperament, not because of our parenting abilities. 2. Hayden’s persistent personality forced us to keep working at a parenting style until we found what worked. 3. When in doubt, listen and respond to her cries. She is trying to tell us something. 4. Our job […]