Have you heard of the Infant Cries Translator App? This mobile phone application aims to decode the reason why a newborn baby cries between things such as hunger, tiredness, pain or a wet diaper.
In 2015, a group of researchers from the National Taiwan University Hospital Yunlin developed this application through a two-year study which involves recording 200,000 baby sounds from 100 newborns and compiling them into a huge online database. The app works by listening to your crying baby for around 15 seconds, compares it to the database and interprets the results. According to the study, the accuracy of the results were up to 92% for under 2 week-old babies and up to 84 % for 2 months old and below. Isn’t it an amazing tool for us parents?
I bet a lot of first-time parents (or even experienced parents) can relate to this struggle with regards to our baby’s crying episodes. This is especially true during the first three months when we may find it hard to guess the reason why our little angel is crying. Without knowing the root of the problem, it will also be difficult for us to address our baby’s needs. Hence, knowing why our little baby cries is important in order for us to give them the optimum care and appropriate intervention in a timely manner.
In this article, we’ll look over the primary reasons why babies cry so frequently, and how you can help them feel better.
Time outs have been a really effective form of toddler discipline for decades. Whether it be the more recent naughty step time out, or the age-old stand in a corner method; it can prove awesome for getting your little one to calm down and learn from their mistakes. However, as you may already know, getting your toddler to stay in a time out, and even getting them there in the first place, can be extremely difficult.
One of the most awaited moments in a parent’s life is to see their little baby looking back at them. Eye-to-eye contact is among the earliest ways to bond with your little one and by merely seeing them respond even to the slightest extent seems to be a great achievement.
You’ve been with your partner for quite a period of time — movie dates, outdoor activities, dining out, beach parties, island vacation trips, bar hopping, etc., then all of a sudden, here comes “the bump”.
Babies spend the majority of the time on their backs. Whether it’s when they’re sleeping, being held, or laying on the floor during playtime, placing them on their backs is natural. However, did you know they need ample time on their tummy too?
Are you looking for fun ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve with baby? Typically, New Year’s Eve is associated with parties and alcohol – two things you can’t really indulge in when you’ve got a baby to look after! However, that doesn’t mean you still can’t have fun.
Each year, most of us set ourselves goals for the year ahead. Known as New Year’s resolutions, they give us a chance to reflect on the past year and the things we’d like to change. It could be you want to lose weight, get healthier, learn a new hobby or travel more. Setting these resolutions gives us hope and excitement for a fresh start.
As Christmas Day fast approaches, the excitement is definitely building. At Christmas time, the atmosphere changes and for one day, all of your cares and worries seem far away as you celebrate with your loved ones.
It’s the final week before Christmas and what better way to get into the festive spirit than creating Christmas crafts with your toddler? Not only can Christmas crafts help to keep your little one busy, but they also provide the perfect bonding experience. 
Your very first Christmas with baby is extremely precious. Even though they may not remember it, babies absolutely love the shiny lights, Christmas tree and the jolly festive songs. It’s a time you can also create long-lasting traditions and gaze in wonder at this little bundle of joy you’ve created.
Do you wonder how a one-year-old kid can easily navigate a touchscreen smartphone even before actually knowing how to read?
Once the cold winter weather sets in, the last thing you feel like doing is taking your little one outdoors to play. You may manage to get out of the house for a little while, but when temperatures fall below freezing, it’s safer and much more comfortable to stay indoors. 
Christmas can be extra-magical when you’re pregnant, but it can also make you feel very restricted. It’s also no fun when you’re experiencing those nasty side effects such as constantly feeling nauseous, uncomfortable and generally run-down.
If you want to give your baby the best head start in life, good nutrition during pregnancy is essential. While you can’t beat getting vitamins and minerals from fresh foods, supplements can be useful to keep nutrition levels topped up. However, with so many different pregnancy vitamins available, how can you tell which ones you should be taking?