Health & Nutrition
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Feeding and Eating
What Are the Best Fruits for Babies?
Introducing your baby to solids is equal parts exciting and terrifying. As you choose your baby’s first foods, you’ll probably want to know which are the best fruits for babies.
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Newborn Leg Shaking: Should You Be Worried?
A newborn’s immature nervous system may cause leg shakes and jerking movements of the arms and legs. Shaking movements can be completely normal in newborns.
Feeding and Eating
How To Plan Events for Kids With Food Allergies
With careful planning, kids with food allergies can safely enjoy meals at special events.
Health & Nutrition
Making Baby’s First Dental Visit a Happy Milestone
Are you stressed about your baby's first dental visit? You don't have to be. Check out this guide to make their first dental visit a happy milestone!
Feeding and Eating, Special Needs
Managing Food Allergies at School: A Comprehensive Guide
Students with food allergies require consistency from all school team members to avoid severe reactions and maintain a safe environment.
Cooking and Kitchen Play, Feeding and Eating
17 Delicious Vegan Snack Ideas Your Kids Will Love
Looking for vegan snacks for kids that aren’t boring? These delicious plant-based ideas will delight your child and keep them full.
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When Do Pet Allergies Show Up in Babies?
Cat and dog allergens are common causes of pet allergies in young children. Allergy medicines and other strategies can help manage reactive symptoms.
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Teaching Proper Teeth Brushing to Preschoolers
Teaching proper teeth brushing to preschoolers promotes healthy dental hygiene and can prevent future dental problems.
Cooking and Kitchen Play, Feeding and Eating
17 Creative Meal Ideas to Entice Your Picky Eater Toddler
Looking for picky eater toddler ideas for mealtimes? These meals are sure to entice your little one to the table.
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How To Treat Silent Reflux in Babies
Silent reflux can be painful for newborns and infants. You can treat silent reflux by using special bottle nipples, formula, or medication.
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Transitioning From Formula to Milk: When, Why, and How
You can start weaning your baby from formula to whole cow’s milk when they’re about twelve months old. Find out how to transition from formula to milk here.
Health & Nutrition, Special Needs
How Do Doctors Test a Baby’s Hearing?
A newborn hearing test is an important screening test to evaluate for hearing loss. An early diagnosis can help prevent further hearing loss.
Health & Nutrition, Special Needs
How Do Doctors Test a Baby’s Vision
A complete eye exam is a good way to test a baby’s vision and overall eye health.
Health & Nutrition
My Baby Spit Up Mucus. Should I Be Concerned?
It’s normal for babies to occasionally spit up mucus, especially if they have a cold or congestion. Call the doctor if you see bloody or dark brown mucus.
Health & Nutrition
When Does Reflux Peak in Babies?
Gastroesophageal reflux is a common condition in babies. Most babies’ reflux peaks around 5 months old and stops around 12 months of age