Baby and Toddler News

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Decision to Spank May Mirror Aggression in Parents’ Relationships
Some parent's decision to spank their children may have more to do with their personal relationships, not their discipline beliefs. ... Read More
Working Mom or SAHM: Does It Really Matter for Baby's Development?
Good news, working moms! For babies whose mothers work outside the home, the positives may outweigh the negatives when it comes to baby ... Read More
Babies' Contact with Dog and Cat Food Ups Risk for Salmonella
Add keeping Fluffy’s food bowl off the floor once your baby starts crawling to your safety checklist—it could make Baby sick. ... Read More
Household Cleaning Products Still a Danger
The good news? In the US, national rates of injuries to children from household cleaning products have dropped significantly in recent ... Read More
Drugging Children: An Unrecognized Form of Child Abuse?
Parents who give their babies a dose of cough syrup to get them to sleep may want to reconsider—it may be considered child abuse. ... Read More
Doctors May Play Pivotal Role in Bottle Weaning
Could a simple five-minute conversation at Baby’s well-child visit mean more babies are off the bottle by the age of 2?
New Online Tool Checks Symptoms of a Child’s Illness
The free online symptom checker from the American Academy of Pediatrics is a valuable new tool for parents.
Whooping Cough Epidemic in California
Over 910 cases of whooping cough and five infant deaths due to the illness have been reported in California.
FDA Warning: Infant Overdose Risk With Liquid Vitamin D
Many parents may be giving their baby too much liquid vitamin D.
Being Born Too Early Does Not Equal Lifetime of Health Problems
It was once thought that preterm babies were going to face health issues throughout their life. That may not be so.
Children of Some Military Parents Less Likely to Receive Routine Care
Single moms and dads who are on active duty in the military are less likely to get medical care for their children.
Pool Safety: Updated Advice on Infant Swimming Lessons
Babies everywhere may be making a splash soon and learning how to swim. The AAP has changed its opinion on swimming lessons for the 1- to ... Read More
New Safety Standards for Baby Bath Seats
New baby bath seat requirements means a safer bath time for Baby.
Breastfeeding Cuts Post-Vaccine Fever Risk
Breastfed babies are less likely to run a fever after getting an immunization.
CPSC Issues Warning on Drop-Side Cribs
Own a drop-side crib? Listen up! The CPSC has issued a safety warning that parents need to be aware of.
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