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The Tragedy of Shaken Baby Syndrome
... of Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) has only recently begun to garner public attention. The high-profile trial...-ever National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome opened its doors in Utah. SBS is a term used to describe... health departments. But researchers estimate that as many as 1,400 children die from Shaken Baby Syndrome...
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.
Baby Bedtime Mistakes to Avoid
Most babies are ready to sleep through the night by 3 to 4 months -- if their parents let them. Learn how these common mom-and-dad errors can turn your baby into a poor sleeper.
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.
What Is Your Baby Thinking?
Does she know me? Does she dream? Does she love me? Is she happy? We found the answers to all the stuff you wonder about during those middle-of-the-night feedings.
Real Mom: My Baby Had a Stroke
It happened just hours after I gave birth to my little boy. Now that he's a healthy 4-year-old, I'm finally ready to tell our story.
What's Normal for My Newborn?
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.
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 Development Tracker
Follow your baby's growth and learn about all of the milestones he'll reach in his first year! Plus, you'll find Health and Safety Information and Mom Must-Know Tips for each week.
Umbilical and Inguinal Hernia Symptoms and Treatment
A hernia occurs when an organ inside the body (usually the intestine or bladder) pushes through an opening in the abdominal wall. Learn how to spot the signs of two common hernias and when to seek treatment.
50 Simple Ways to Make Your Baby Smarter
Infant-development experts believe that the first years of a child's life are a prime time for learning, but sometimes it may be hard to think of new ways to stimulate your baby. Let these fun -- and scientific -- activities will inspire you.
Growth Charts
Our child growth chart will calculate your child's height and weight percentile.
New Moms' FAQs
Practical answers to the most common concerns that pediatricians hear in the first year.
What Pediatricians Wish Every New Mom Knew
Your newborn cries a lot, has weird-colored poop, and just got a strange rash on his face. Normal or not? We asked doctors to weigh in on the most common new-baby problems.
10 Reasons to Call the Doctor Now
Is your child sick enough for a late-night call to the pediatrician? If you're really worried about your child, it's always better to call -- pediatricians expect to be awakened in the middle of the night. In fact, doctors say that many parents don't recognize some of the most serious medical situations. Here are the top 10 symptoms pediatricians want you to call about right away.
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.
