Bathtime & Grooming

Make your baby's baths fun, safe, and stress-free with our tips.

Scrub-a-dub-dub, baby's in the tub! Follow our step-by-step guide to make this common bedtime ritual fun for both of you.

Curly, wispy, wild, peach-fuzzy -- isn't baby hair the best? We uncover the mysteries behind your baby's wacky 'do.

Here are a few basics you need to know about your new arrival.

Stock the bathroom with these great tub toys, shampoos, body washes, and more for a safe and happy bathtime.

Around-the-clock feedings. Nursing troubles. No sleep. No problem. We'll help you through the first crazy days.

Follow these tips to make sure you are prepared for baby's bath.

Dirty diapers? Yes. Sleepless nights? Of course. A pimply, pointy-headed newborn -- what's up with that? Let us clue you in on the biggest surprises about little babies.

Your baby's skin is much thinner and more fragile than an adult's, making it more sensitive. Anything from skin-care products to the outdoor elements could cause irritations. Follow these daily guidelines to maintaining Baby's healthy skin.

There are plenty of things to pay attention to after your baby is born. Here are some things you don't need to put on that list.

Babies don't really need a lot of gear the first few weeks at home. Despite the temptation to buy all the wonderful baby clothes and gadgets available, a few basics are all you and your baby need.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has identified important milestones for babies ages 1 month through 3 months. We've included fun and easy ways to help your newborn reach these key developmental markers, plus helpful information new parents should know.

Just add water -- and these cute supplies -- to make bathtime a breeze.

Tired of your baby staying awake late into the night? Learn how to get him (and you!) a good night's sleep with these baby sleep solutions.

When your baby won't stop fussing, here's what to do so both of you can relax.

Much of yesterday's baby wisdom has been proven untrue today. We checked in with Parents advisor Ari Brown, M.D., author of Baby 411, to get the scoop on why these old-school parenting facts have become fiction.

Breastfeeding is worth trying. So you don't freak out when you fill up, we'll walk you through it.

Protect your new baby from skin diseases and rashes by learning the how to care for your newborn's skin.

Everything from manicures and tooth and gum care to ear cleaning and hair trimming. Learn the ABCs of grooming your new baby.

The moment they emerge from the womb, babies are observing, absorbing, and gearing up to take on the world. Here's a peek at the wonders in store as the months go by.

A newborn's arrival brings brand-new worries. Here's how to tell the difference between what's normal and what's cause for concern.

A stuffy nose can mean one cranky baby -- especially since newborns know how to breathe only through their little nostrils at first. Here are some steps to relieve your baby's discomfort, stat.

Can an ancient Chinese calendar really predict the gender of your baby? Take our simple quiz and find out. The results could spill the beans about whether you're having a boy or girl.

Winter weather can be tough on tender skin. We'll show you how to care for your infant's birthday suit at the times when you can help most.

You know you're pregnant, but when exactly will your baby make his big entrance? Use our pregnancy due date calculator to find out.