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Colic 101: What It Is and What to Do
... that colic. "It's not really a diagnosis; it's a behavioral observation," says Harvey Karp, MD, creator... of the DVD and book, The Happiest Baby on the Block.
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Colic Must-Knows
...Babies cry, but it could be colic when crying episodes follow "a rule of three or four," says... and occur at least three times a week for three weeks, it might be colic. Usually, colic stops when Baby... frequently crying baby, doctors will diagnose colic. "Colic, by definition, is crying," Dr. Belilovsky says...
8 Surprising Reasons Your Baby's Crying
Your baby's been fed, her diaper is dry, and she seems well rested. So what's with the sudden whimpering? Although her insta-tears may seem baffling, keep in mind that babies always cry for a reason. To help you figure out her crankiness, we've compiled the top things your child may be trying to tell you, along with strategies for bringing back her smile.
Myths about Colic
...If your infant turns on the waterworks every evening, chances are you've just joined the colic club.... Up to 25 percent of all babies between 2 weeks and 3 months of age develop colic -- crying jags.... If your infant turns on the waterworks every evening, chances are you've just joined the colic club. Up...
The Top 10 Sleep Mistakes Parents Make
Having difficulty getting your little one to nap or to snooze through the night? Check out some of the most common sleepy-time missteps and how to avoid them.
Baby Gas Pains
Dr. Alan Greene answers the question, How can I ease my baby's gas?
9 Tips from Moms to Calm a Fussy Baby
You've fed her, changed her diaper, and tried to put her down for a nap. But your child is still crying. Before you break down in tears yourself, check out these simple -- but altogether brilliant -- ways to soothe your baby fast.
Handling Baby's Colic
...'re the parent of a baby with colic, you know what I'm talking about. You're at your parents' house for a family...!
The true medical definition of colic is unexplained crying for longer than three hours a day, more than... this guideline out of the water! Was there a "super" category of colic for babies who cried all day and all night...
Growth & Development Milestones: 1-3 Months
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.
How to Give Baby a Bath
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.
How to Select a Pediatrician
When to start searching, what questions to ask, and what you should look for when finding the best doctor for your baby.
14 Most Outdated Pieces of Baby Advice
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.
