Newborn Care

• Constipation

  Constipation is a very common problem among kids, and it usually occurs because a child’s diet doesn’t include enough fluids and fiber. In most cases, simple changes can help kids go.

• Cradle Cap (Seborrheic Dermatitis) in Infants

  This harmless condition – the infant form of dandruff – causes rough, scaly patches on a baby’s skin.

• Diaper Rash

  Diaper rash is a common condition that can cause discomfort. Learn about what causes diaper rash and how to prevent it.

• Formula Feeding FAQs: Starting Solids and Milk

  Find answers to common inquiries about introducing solids and whole milk to formula-fed babies.

• Growth Charts

  Doctors use growth charts to figure out whether kids’ height and weight measurements are “normal” and whether they’re developing on track. Here are some facts about growth charts.

• Is My Baby Ready for Shoes?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Nursing Positions

  If you’re a new mom, breastfeeding your baby can feel like a challenge. Check out this article for information on common nursing positions, proper latching-on techniques, and how to know if your baby is getting enough to eat.

• Oral Thrush

  Oral thrush, a very common infection in infants that causes irritation in and around the baby’s mouth, often goes away on its own without medical treatment.

• Preparing to Adopt a Child

  Considering adoption? Here are some things to know about the health and medical care of an adopted child, before, during, and after the adoption.

• Sleep and Your Newborn

  Newborn babies don’t yet have a sense of day and night. They wake often to eat – no matter what time it is.