In general, a medical cause is likely if the so-called colic isn’t getting better by four months and your intuition tells you that your baby is in pain. Suspect a medical cause for colic if baby is: Getting worse or not gradually getting better Awakening frequently with painful cries Unable to be consoled Not thriving: […]
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Getting Your Child to Sleep in Their Own Bed
Tips for Getting Your Child to Sleep in Their Own Bed Mom and Dad’s bed is a safe and comfortable place for a young child. Just because you think it is time for her to sleep in her own bed doesn’t mean she will willingly go along with the plan. Try these tips for getting […]
Baby Won’t Sleep
Why Baby Won’t Sleep I often get questions from parents about why their baby won’t sleep. A baby that wakes constantly throughout the night and is not easily comforted can be very concerning for a parent. This is a question recently asked of me at my practice: My three-month-old is constantly waking up during the […]
Goes To Sleep Late
What To Do When Your Baby Goes To Sleep Late My four-year-old refuses to go to sleep until we do – usually around 11:00 or 12:00 at night – and we have the worst time waking her up in the morning. How can I get her to bed earlier without a fight? Bedtime procrastination ranks […]
Side Sleeping
Side Sleeping, Back Sleeping, Or Tummy Sleeping? Back Sleeping Is it safer for baby to sleep on his back or side? New Zealand studies show that SIDS is least likely to occur when babies sleep on their backs, and most likely when sleeping on their tummies. Sleeping on the side falls somewhere in between. This […]
Sleep Trainers: Buyer Beware!
Sleep Trainers Don’t Know Your Baby Do What’s Best For Your Baby Ever since parenting books found their way into bedrooms, authors have touted magical formulas promising to get babies to sleep through the night and follow a more convenient schedule. While babies have a lot of wonderful attributes, convenience is not one of them. […]
Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER)
Gastroesophageal Reflux: A Hidden Cause of Colic Once upon a time a fussy baby was labeled with “colic,” which is really a five-letter word for “the doctor doesn’t know why.” New insights into the cause of colicky behavior and frequent, painful nightwaking episodes reveal that oftentimes babies hurt because of some underlying medical problem. In […]
Four Month
FOUR MONTH OUTLINE Here is a brief look at what your Four Month Virtual Office Checkup includes: Growth – baby’s percentiles and what they mean Physical exam – important aspects your doctor will check for Nutrition: Breastfeeding Formula Water and juice Delay solids Parenting and behavioral issues: Teething Infant stimulation Nightwaking Ear pulling Drool cough […]
Six Month
SIX MONTH OUTLINE Here is a brief look at what your Six Month Virtual Office Checkup includes: Growth – baby’s percentiles, is your baby growing enough? Physical exam – important aspects your doctor will check for Nutrition: Starting solids Constipation Honey Allergies Breastfeeding Formula Water and juice Vitamins Feeding tips Parenting and behavioral issues: […]
Fifteen Month
Here is a brief look at what your Fifteen Month Virtual Office Checkup includes: Growth – baby’s percentiles, how is your baby growing Physical exam – important aspects your doctor will check for Nutrition: Breastfeeding Juice Whole milk Solids Calcium Parenting and behavioral issues: Bottles Caring for teeth Carseat battles Fluoride vitamins Tantrums Nightwaking and […]
Toilet Training in Two Days: The Weekend Training Camp Method
Most parents prefer gradually training their babies over several weeks or months and progressing at baby’s own rate. Some, however, would rather plunge right into an intensive course during the weekend or on vacation. A crash course in toilet training does work for certain parent-child pairs, but we don’t advise this method for all babies. […]
How to Comfort a Teething Baby
What to Expect and How to Comfort a Teething Baby As you wonder why your sleeping angel turns nightwaker, you hear the telltale ping against the spoon or feel the cutting edge. Actually babies don’t “cut teeth,” nor do teeth “erupt.” Teeth slowly slide and twist their way through gum tissue. But sharp teeth pushing through […]