Newborn
Welcome to parenthood! Here’s a compilation of practically everything you’ll need to know about raising your newborn.
Newborn
When Do Babies Start Smiling?
By Christopher B. Peltier
Wondering when your baby will start to smile? Find out at what point in your baby’s development they’ll show off their first true smile.
How to Burp a Newborn: Positions, Tips, & When to Stop
Learn how to burp a newborn, including helpful positions, tips for bottle and breastfeeding, and when you might be able to stop burping your baby.
Baby's First Breastfeeding: When and How to Start Nursing
Learn how to prepare for breastfeeding, when milk comes in, how to get a good latch, signs a baby is feeding well, and how to manage common challenges.
How to Clean Your Baby’s Ears, Eyes, and Nose Using water that is too hot or too cold when cleaning the baby’s face.
Discover the ultimate guide to cleaning your baby's delicate face, including tips on how to gently clean their ears, nose, and eyes.
How to Bathe a Newborn: Safe Bathing Tips
By Christopher B. Peltier
Unsure how to bathe your newborn? Get clear, step-by-step help on sponge baths, bath temperature, umbilical cord care, and building bath time confidence.
Newborn Sponge Bath
Learn how to give your newborn a sponge bath safely and comfortably. Our guide provides step-by-step instructions to keep your baby clean and happy.
What Is Paced Bottle-Feeding?
Wondering what paced bottle-feeding is? Learn all about this bottle-feeding technique, including how to do it and what its potential benefits are for your baby.
Taking Care of Your Newborn’s Umbilical Cord
By Christopher B. Peltier
Discover how to care for your newborn’s umbilical cord stump so it stays clean and dry, and learn the signs of an infection.
Everything to Know About Dream Feeding Your Newborn
Learn how to successfully dream feed your baby and when it can be most beneficial.
Baby Congestion: Causes, Remedies, & When to See a Healthcare Provider
By Christopher B. Peltier
Stuffy nose or chesty cough? Discover what baby congestion means, how to ease it at home, and when it’s time to call your baby’s healthcare provider.
What Is Vernix Caseosa? Benefits for Your Newborn’s Skin
By Christopher B. Peltier
Meet vernix caseosa—your baby’s natural skin protector. Learn how this creamy layer shields, soothes, and supports your newborn after birth.
Jaundice in Newborns: What It Means & What to Do Next
By Christopher B. Peltier
Worried about your baby’s yellow skin or eyes? Find out what jaundice means, how to spot it, when it’s serious, and how your baby’s provider can help.
Gassy Baby: How to Relieve Your Baby’s Gas
By Christopher B. Peltier
What are the signs that you have a gassy baby on your hands, and how can you help? Learn all about the causes, symptoms, and ways to relieve gas in babies.
Cluster Feeding: Signs, Timeline, and How to Manage
By Christopher B. Peltier
Cluster feeding usually occurs during the newborn phase. It’s when a baby feeds more often in a short period. Read our tips on how to manage these periods.
Can a Newborn Sleep with a Pacifier? Your Guide to Pacifiers
Wondering if babies need pacifiers? Learn about their benefits—like reduced SIDS risk and sleep support—plus when and how to introduce one safely.
Your 1-Month-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
Your baby is 1 month old! Read up on newborn baby development milestones and feeding schedules. Plus, learn how to spot the signs of colic and more.
Your 2-Month-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
At 2 months old, your baby may be feeding six to eight times a day. Find out how your baby is developing, sleeping, and reaching exciting milestones this month.
Baby Acne: What Causes It and How to Treat It
Baby acne is something you may see on your newborn’s face in the weeks after they’re born. Learn what causes it, how long it lasts, how to treat it, and more.
FAQ: When Do Babies Hold Their Head Up?
Find out when your baby will be able to hold their head up, and how you can help them develop head control.
What is Colostrum and What Are the Benefits for Your Baby?
By Christopher B. Peltier
Colostrum is the first milk you produce and your newborn’s first meal. Read about the benefits of colostrum for your newborn baby and how long it lasts.
Your Newborn Baby’s Development and Milestones
By Christopher B. Peltier
What to expect in weeks 1–4 of newborn life: feeding, sleep, diapering, growth, development, and care tips; all in one simple guide.
Tummy Time Guide: When to Start, Benefits, & Tips for Your Baby
By Christopher B. Peltier
Learn what tummy time is, when to start, and why it's important. Get tips, positions, and a helpful tummy time chart by age to support your baby’s development.
Corrected Gestational Age
By Christopher B. Peltier
Using corrected gestational age helps you track a preterm baby’s development more accurately. Read on to learn how to calculate corrected age.
Reflexes in Newborn Babies and Infants
By Christopher B. Peltier
Did you know that many newborn babies’ actions are actually reflexes? Learn more about the different reflexes you may see during your baby’s development.
Flat Head Syndrome (Positional Plagiocephaly): Causes and Treatment
By Christopher B. Peltier
Learn about why your baby may have a flat back of the head, and how flat head syndrome can be prevented and treated.
Newborn Sneezing Explained: What’s Normal, What’s Not?
Newborn sneezing is usually normal, but when is it a concern? Learn common causes, when to call your provider, and how to soothe a sneezing baby.
Your 3-Month-Old Baby’s Development and Milestones
By Christopher B. Peltier
At 3 months old, your baby’s body continues to develop, and your baby may go longer between feeds. Learn more about 3-month-old baby milestones.
Understanding NICU Equipment: A Guide for Parents
Learn about the essential equipment in the NICU, from incubators to ventilators, and how these devices help support your baby's health and development.
Benefits of Vitamin D for Babies
By Terri L. Major-Kincade
What are the benefits of vitamin D for babies? When should you start giving vitamin D supplements, and for how long are they needed? We've got all the details!
Understanding NICU Staff: Caring for Your Baby
Learn about the NICU staff, from neonatologists to nurses and therapists, and how they work together to provide the best care for your baby.
Premature Baby Development Week-by-Week
By Christopher B. Peltier
Understand a preemie's development week-by-week, when they might reach certain milestones, and how to support their development.
Benefits of Kangaroo Care for Preemies
Kangaroo Care can help premature babies in a number of ways. Learn what Kangaroo Care is, what the benefits are, and how you can safely practice it.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU): Tests
Your baby is likely to need a number of different tests and procedures while in the NICU. There is no need to worry, and you can learn more about the tests here.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU): Common Problems
There are a number of potential conditions that the NICU treat during the early part of an infant's life. Read more about the most common conditions.
What’s the Average Baby Weight at Birth?
At birth, babies typically weigh between 5 pounds, 11 1/2 ounces and 8 pounds, 5 3/4 ounces. Discover the average baby weight by month, and how baby weight is tracked.
Premature Birth: Coping With Worry
The arrival of a premature baby may bring joy and worry, and this is completely normal. Read on to find out some tips on how to cope with the worry.
Leaving the Hospital Without Your Baby: One Mom’s Journey as a NICU Parent
Support for NICU Parents: Tips & Shared Experience by Lauren Jimeson. Insight into the NICU journey and valuable advice for leaving your newborn behind.
All About Preterm Birth and Your Preemie Baby
Learn the signs and risk factors of preterm labor and birth, the stages of premature birth, and the potential health needs of preemies.
Helping Your Baby with Reflux Sleep
Uncover important information and tips on helping a young baby with acid reflux get the sleep they need.
Cradle Cap in Babies
By Lauren Heimall
Cradle cap is a scaliness and redness on a baby’s head or scalp, similar to dandruff. Read more about seborrheic dermatitis in babies and how to treat it.
FAQ: What Is Torticollis in Infants?
By Christopher B. Peltier
Learn about the signs and symptoms of torticollis, what the causes may be, and the treatment your baby's healthcare provider may recommend.
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