Baby Center News, Features & Updates

December 6, 2024 — Everyone wants to meet (and snuggle!) the new baby. How can parents let loved ones know precautions need to be taken so Baby doesn’t get sick?

November 1, 2024 — Limiting sugar intake during pregnancy and the first two years of a child’s life may lead to lifelong health benefits.

August 23, 2024 — Despite their appealing claims, nearly 60% of baby foods in U.S. grocery stores fail to meet the World Health Organization's nutrition standards, according to a new study.

July 16, 2024 — White noise helps babies sleep by masking disruptions, but researchers warn that long-term, high-volume exposure may cause developmental harm such as hearing loss and learning setbacks. Here's what to know.

November 1, 2023 — Infant mortality rates rose in 2022 for the first time in more than 20 years, according to a new government report. The overall mortality rate and the rate for neonatal infants, those younger than 28 days old, rose by 3% from 2021 to 2022.

July 18, 2023 — The FDA has approved a shot that is highly effective at protecting infants from potentially deadly illnesses caused by respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. Nearly all children have an RSV infection by their second birthday.

June 16, 2023 — Fathers make a big difference in whether infants are breastfed and are put to sleep safely, according to a study published in Pediatrics.

May 25, 2023 — Researchers have discovered specific brain abnormalities in babies who died of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS.

Wondering if your baby who has a food allergy is getting the nutrients they need for proper growth and development? Learn about vital vitamins, food and milk alternatives, and more.

How to take care of your baby’s natural hair: Find out what a dermatologist and a doctor say.

March 13, 2023 — Sudden unexplained infant deaths among Black families went up sharply in 2020 compared to the previous year, according to research conducted by the CDC that was published in the journal Pediatrics.

Parenting a baby when you have a physical disability can make some tasks tricker. This is what parents say helps.

A handheld lactation massager may be used to help someone who’s breastfeeding and has clogged ducts or engorged breasts, but old-fashioned remedies may be better.

When is spitting up normal, and when is it a problem? A pediatrician and parent who’s been there share their wisdom.

Step by step tips on how to wean your baby from a pacifier.

Learn about the resources and help available to parents and families who can't afford baby diapers.

For whatever reason, sometimes breastfeeding isn’t the best option for new moms. Find out what alternatives are available to you for your baby.

Parents share what they wish they’d known before they brought their newborn home.

Research suggests that skin-to-skin contact in the first few months of an infant's life can play a key role in baby’s development.

In babies, eczema usually shows up as an itchy, red patch on the cheeks, chin, or scalp and the front of arms and legs. If you see these signs, doctors recommend the “soak and seal” method.

Your first pregnancy ultrasound offers an early peek inside the womb, and a chance to learn a bit more about your baby’s well-being and expected due date.

When you're the parent of a baby, it's sometimes hard to know whether to call the doctor if your baby gets sick. Get tips and learn signs to watch for.

Child health experts say overusing baby food pouches could potentially breed poor eating habits and stunt development of feeding skills and motor coordination at a critical stage of life.

The birth of twins or triplets can be joyful but overwhelming. A medical doctor and mother of twins offers advice on navigating the first few months.

A new type of baby monitor checks sleeping children’s vital signs. But a pediatricians group says it found no evidence they help prevent SIDS in healthy babies, and a study says the monitors are often inaccurate.

A recent study says about 2,000 babies visit emergency rooms each year with walker-related injuries; an injury research expert warns about their dangers.

There are all kinds of furniture you can buy to deck out your nursery. Learn what you’ll really need and what’s optional.

These cardboard boxes help reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related causes of death.

How to choose playthings that inspire exploration and build skills.

Find out what to look for when you visit a pediatrician's office before you decide if he's the right doctor for your child.

Learn the warning signs that suggest the time has come to find a new doctor to take care of your child's health.

Everything you need to know about how to look for the right doctor for your baby.

You think your crying baby has colic, but how do you know for sure? Here are some ailments that can mimic colic.

Bottle-feeding your baby is pretty simple, but there are some products that could come in handy. Find out what really helps.

You’re heading out on a trip with your baby. Whether you’re going across town or across the country, you’ll want to be ready to feed your little one. Get tips to make it easier.

An expert explains how premature babies have the same milestones as babies born on time, if you adjust the typical timeline for their early birth.

Like most first-time moms, Brittany Shives had high hopes for the birth of her first baby. But just about every one of those plans fell apart when she gave birth nearly 7 weeks before her due date.

Babies and toddlers need lots of sleep, playtime, and love. They also need a parent who can carry on a conversation, and that doesn't mean baby talk.

Tummy time helps your baby develop. Use these tips to do it safely and make it fun.

For new moms who have never used a breast pump before, here are tips on how to pump quickly and easily.

For air travel with a tot, you need a flight plan – and some key equipment.

Before you buy baby's first binky, get answers to new parents' common questions about pacifier use.

Five gentle, post-baby stretches that will ease you back into exercising.

The globe-trotting reporter talks about her career, her baby, and her marriage – and how she juggles it all.

From how to hold the bottle to how much to feed, new parents havemany questions about feeding. Here are some answers.

Soaping up doesn’t have to be a big to-do. Stay above water with these tips.

Find out how to measure and mix your baby's formula.

It's not enough to get your baby vaccinated against whooping cough. You need to get vaccinated, too.

If you're bottle-feeding your baby, get solutions to some common feeding problems, such as your baby refusing the bottle.