Twins
There are several types of twins. The type of twin pregnancy depend on whether it results from one egg or two, and if one egg, depending on when the embryo…
What’s up with my baby’s skin?
The good thing is, there are a lot of birthmarks and rashes that babies get, and only a small amount of those are scary! Milia and neonatal acne are commonly…
Is green poop normal?
Totally, especially in the first few weeks. Depending on if the baby is breast or bottle fed, stools can be greenish-yellow to brown or tan in color, and loose and…
Does my baby have jaundice?
Jaundice causes the skin to appear more yellow, usually starting in the face then spreading to the chest, abdomen, and limbs. It can also cause the whites of the eyes…
My baby won’t stop crying! What should I do?
If you made sure all of their needs are met (clean diaper, fed, attempted a nap), you might check the temperature to make sure the baby doesn’t have a fever.…
Why won’t my baby sleep through the night?!
Early on, it’s not unusual for babies to be awake as much at night as they are during the day; they often don’t start to sleep in longer spurts through…
How can I protect my baby from SIDS?
We’re still unsure exactly what makes SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) occur, but the best research we have suggests the best way to keep a baby safe is to place…
What’s the best way for my baby to sleep?
The safest sleep environment for a baby can be remembered by “ABC” – Alone, on their Back, and in a Crib. To elaborate, this means babies are safest in a…
Should I immunize my baby? Isn’t it better to not give all of the immunizations at once?
Yes! You should definitely immunize your baby. There are a few very specific conditions when a baby shouldn’t get immunizations, and if that’s the case, your pediatrician will let you…
How often should I give the baby a bath?
Pretty much whenever they get stinky! As long as you clean the diaper area well during diaper changes, babies only need baths a few times a week on average. Bathing…