Right from birth, your baby has a very defined sense of hearing. In fact, a newborn’s hearing is almost exactly the same as an adult’s.
However, while they may be able to hear perfectly, babies don’t yet understand what the noises are, or where they come from. This can understandably be really frightening for your little one, leading them to become extremely upset whenever they encounter a loud noise.
So, how should you handle your baby’s fear of loud noises and is it something you need to be worried about?
Weaning your baby onto solid foods can be an exciting and joyful experience. You get to introduce them to a whole new world of textures and tastes. However, while you may be excited to get your little one onto solids, there’s certain foods you need to avoid or at least be wary of.
Are you struggling to make your life easier during your baby’s first three months? Well, you’re not alone! Most parents, or should we say, almost all parents experience this dilemma.
Prior to 1969, German Measles, also known as Rubella, was a common, contagious disease which quickly spread amongst pre-school and elementary school children. However, since a vaccine was released in 1969, the condition has become pretty rare in the US.
Are you worried about keeping your baby warm and healthy this winter? It’s common for parents to worry when the colder weather starts to set in; especially in areas where snow is a common occurrence during the winter months. However, the good news is it’s really not as difficult as you might think to ensure your little one is warm, snug and healthy.
Trying to decide which type of bottle you should be using to feed your baby? It’s been a topic of debate amongst parents for a while now, with many unsure which is actually better. At one time, baby bottles were simply made from glass – there were no alternatives. Now, there’s a range of plastic and glass varieties available, so how do you know which is better?
The CDC has recently published new breast pumping guidelines after the tragic death of an infant. After feeding from a bottle, the infant contracted a rare and extremely dangerous infection due to contaminated pump parts. This sparked a thorough investigation, including looking into the information currently available to nursing moms.
When you become a parent, there’s a lot of well-known milestones you eagerly await – baby’s first tooth, that all-important first word and the very first steps they take. However, there’s also a lot of unofficial stages your baby and toddler will go through and some of them can come as quite a shock!
The minute you bring baby home, you’re constantly aware of the potential hazards around the home. You’ve likely spent hours baby-proofing the house, making sure anything dangerous is kept well out of reach. However, as many parents have unfortunately found out, there’s some potentially serious choking hazards you might not have even considered.
When it comes to introducing a solid diet to your little one, there’s certain foods you’re told to stay clear of. This is because, young babies have a lower immune system, as well as a more sensitive digestive system. There’s a number of foods which should be avoided, but honey is by far one of the most potentially harmful foods you can feed your infant.
Let’s face it, baby’s first birthday is just as much a celebration for you as it is for them. It’s a celebration you all made it through the first year! Your little one isn’t going to remember what happened on their first birthday, so technically you could do anything on the day. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t make it special.
When you become a parent, the things you once used to do regularly without even thinking, suddenly become a luxury. Eating out, heading to the grocery store to leisurely pick up the things you need, and even heading to the movies, can all feel like a military operation when you’ve got a baby or toddler in tow.
When you’re preparing for baby’s arrival, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the huge amount of equipment and supplies you’re going to need. There’s no denying having a baby is expensive, but you’d be surprised how much money parents spend that they really don’t need to.
Choosing the right day care center for your toddler is one of the toughest decisions you’ll ever make. You obviously want to know you’re leaving them in safe and capable hands, but how can you tell you’re making the right choice?
Making your own baby food isn’t as difficult as it sounds. A lot of parents are put off the idea of making their own because they think it’s going to be a long, tough process. However, many baby food recipes are super-quick to whip up, so you don’t have to worry about spending hours in the kitchen.