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This Is What You Need to Know About the Fourth Trimester

This Is What You Need to Know About the Fourth Trimester

About 20 years ago I was thrilled to have Random House publish my parent guide, The Happiest Baby on the Block. In it, I shared my belief that one of the most important things for new parents to understand was a pretty unknown idea called the fourth trimester. Today, that obscure name has so thoroughly penetrated the minds of parents and doctors that the celebrated Merriam-Webster dictionary has included it in their newest edition …and I could not be prouder.

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Expert Tips: Causes of Baby Constipation & How to Relieve It

Expert Tips: Causes of Baby Constipation & How to Relieve It

In this article, Dr. Harvey Karp explores baby constipation, and to do about it. Your baby may be constipated if they have hard or pellet-like poops and grunt/cry when it’s time to poop. Typically, babies poop two to three times per day, or even four to five times per day for some infants. If your baby has not pooped in two to three days, then it’s a good idea to call the doctor. Dr. Karp also provides tips to try at home.

This Is How to Hire a Baby Nurse in NYC

This Is How to Hire a Baby Nurse in NYC

Let’s begin with the definition: A baby nurse isn’t technically a nurse. Instead, a baby nurse specializes in caring for—you guessed it—infants. In fact, the International Nanny Association uses the term newborn care specialist to further clarify the individual’s role. So a baby nurse may or may not have nursing training or credentials, but the […]

5 Tips for Supporting Your Baby’s Immune System

5 Tips for Supporting Your Baby’s Immune System

Sponsored Content While the pandemic has put adult immunity in the spotlight, the issue for babies is an evergreen one. Because the antibodies that a mother initially transfers to her baby don’t last more than a couple of months, an infant’s immune system is still developing. With so many new germs and frightening unknowns, more parents are looking for ways to help build up their baby’s immune system. Get […]

Don’t Panic about Baby Food News, Diversify Your Baby’s Diet

Don’t Panic about Baby Food News, Diversify Your Baby’s Diet

Editor’s Note: Mommybites talked with pediatrician and mom Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson about her reaction to the recent report on baby food and how to best feed babies to keep them healthy.  Mommybites: A congressional report this month shared that four leading baby food companies were aware that their products included dangerous levels of toxic […]

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