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BY LIZ KRIEGER Go on, get outside! With these picks, you can keep baby safe and toasty even when it's cold out.   While it may be tempting to just give the worst of winter a hard pass and wait...

BY CHERYL LOCK Follow these tried-and-true tips to get good sleep–and more of it!Most new parents know not to expect the same quality of sleep they had B.C. (that’s before child), but we all know that exhaustion from 5 a.m....

Keep your baby and yourself safe by avoiding these eight foods while pregnant.Good nutrition is vital for taking care of your body ⁠and your unborn baby. We know that always choosing nutrient-dense food can be difficult, especially when those uncontrollable...

Have you noticed cramps or a slight drop in weight? Learn more about these and other signs that labor is not far off.You're gliding along to the sweet-meets-hectic pace that all expectant mothers operate at in the days before your...

…and how to get the support you deserveBY DR. WHITNEY CASARES Before I became a mother, I was a pediatrician. I trained at Stanford University, I worked hard and logged countless sleepless nights. Naively, I thought I was ready. Then...

Give yourself some postpartum pampering no matter how much (or little) time you have. Fill your own cup first, right? Taking care of your baby actually starts with taking care of yourself. Whether you have five minutes or a full...

A better night’s sleep starts with these top picks. People say, "sleep when your baby sleeps," but, real talk: most babies don’t actually sleep through the night until around six months. It’s no wonder sleep deprivation is one of the...

Sustainable products that are good for your baby, good for the planet.We know, you don't need one more thing to worry about. But with more eco-friendly options than ever, going green is easier than you think. Find a few simple...

Plus, expert tips to help you flush your fears down the toilet. Potty training is one of the most anticipated phases in parenting. On the one hand, you can’t wait to ditch the diapers. But on the other hand, it...

by DR. SHELBY HARRIS Calling all tired parents: our resident sleep expert shares her solutions for more zzz’s. Fact: parenthood is so much tougher when you’re exhausted. The same goes for your little one. Every hiccup, every boo boo, every...

BY DANA KARLSON We’ll help you plan a baby shower that’s full of photo ops (aka extra memorable). What will make your guests go ooh! and awww? Planning a baby shower that will get a lot of likes (IRL, of...

BY CHERYL LOCK A baby is a blessing, but the unknown can lead to stress when you’re expecting or TTC. These to-dos can help you and your partner feel better prepared. Whether you’re currently expecting or trying to conceive, there’s...

Parental leave goes fast! Register now for the gear your caregivers need when you return to work. It truly takes a village to raise a baby, especially when parents go back to work. But that village needs to be prepared if...

The been-there tips, clever tricks, and baby gear every parent needs on their registry. When it comes to creating a baby registry, there are the basics (think: stroller, crib, bottles) and then there are the game-changers. These little extras can...

BY DR. NKEIRU ORAJIAKA, ER PEDIATRICIAN I don’t know about you but my kids start counting down to the next Halloween immediately after the last one. They can’t help themselves. It’s a highly anticipated and exciting day for kids to...

  BY DR. MANASA MANTRAVADI, BOARD CERTIFIED PEDIATRICIAN From gifts that inspire imagination to those that promote gross motor and language skills, our expert shares her favorite holiday presents for little ones. When I think about giving gifts, I always...