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This is one a series of frequently asked questions about babies and sleep answered by Ann Douglas, author of Sleep Solutions for Your Baby, Toddler, and Preschooler: The Ultimate No-Worry Approach for Each Age and Stage. For answers to other Baby Sleep questions, consult the archives of this blog and the Baby Sleep questions FAQ [...]

By Ann Douglas

Ears:
- Your baby’s ears may be folded over or otherwise misshapen, common side effects of labour that tend to correct themselves.
Skin:
- Your baby is likely to be covered in amniotic fluid and blood and to have traces of vernix caseosa (a cheese-like substance that protects your baby’s skin in the [...]

By Ann Douglas

Many first-time parents are more than a little shocked to discover that newborn babies are wet, wrinkled, and red-faced—not exactly the plump, chubby-cheeked cherubs that they may have envisioned before the birth. And, what’s more, newborn babies may also have a few other features that may be worrying to their parents—bluish [...]

“Here’s some mom-proven advice on coping with seven of the major first-year “
By Ann Douglas
 
The moment your baby is born, you and your baby head off on a journey of discovery together. Here’s some mom-proven advice on coping with seven of the major first-year “firsts.”
THE FIRST TIME YOU HOLD YOUR BABYYour doctor or midwife [...]

By Kristine Ziwica for Your Baby Today

Pregnancy is indeed a scientific marvel: A cluster of cells evolves into a new life in just 280 days. But if you’re an expectant parent, you’re no doubt wondering, “What’s going on in there?” Find the answers below with a week-by- week guide to your [...]

From the Editors of Your Baby Today

Some babies are wigglers, some go totally limp, and others cry. When dressing your baby, one thing is for sure: Babies aren’t very interested in the whole process! So if just getting a T-shirt on your child seems to take superhuman skills, relax. Once you’ve [...]

By Kristin Larson for Your Baby Today

As a new mom, you assume the great responsibility of making decisions for someone else. Fortunately, one of the first issues to settle will be less stressing than, say, hiring a babysitter. But still, to decorate your baby’s room can be a taxing (on your patience and wallet) [...]

By Julianne Deveraux
Changing diapers is a rite of passage for every new parent. But don’t worry. You’ll get really good at it in no time because you’ll be changing so many of them! Read on for some great diapering advice.
How to become a diapering pro
No one is an instant expert at diapering. And each baby [...]

By Jill Tomlin
Newborn babies need to be kept warm. That’s why your baby was bundled up in a receiving blanket in the hospital nursery. Your baby doesn’t have the ability to adjust her body temperature the way you do, so it’s up to you to keep her at the right temperature. Here are some tips [...]

By Jill Tomlin
When you prepare your baby’s bottle, take an extra minute to make sure the formula is every bit as safe as it is nutritious.
Nine tips for safe, satisfying formula bottles:

Wash up Always wash your hands with soap and warm water before preparing formula bottles.
Keep it clean Carefully clean measuring cups, mixing tools or [...]