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When to Feed a Baby Solid Foods
Babies reach many milestones in the first year of life, and starting solid food is exciting for many parents. But how do you know when your baby is ready for solid foods? Age is only one factor in a baby’s readiness for solids. Other physical signs of readiness should be present before introducing solid foods. Remember that each baby develops at a different rate, so there is no set time when every baby is ready.
“Speak Don’t Shove” and Repeat
If I had known that I was going to be repeating myself as many times a day as I do I would have made an audio tape and just played it over and over and over again.
How to Achieve Balance
If pressed to name only one thing for which modern moms are not given enough credit, I’d say it’s their circus skills. At a minimum, mothers regularly find themselves juggling the emotional and physical well-being of one or more children; ringleading a household and all activities occurring within and without; playing the clown for an…
Baby Registry Must Haves for Expecting Moms
Deciding on what to add to a baby registry - particularly as a first-time mom - can be as exhilarating as it is overwhelming. Do I need a bassinet? What is a rocker? How many onesies will my little one go through? How many strollers do I really need? After lots of research, testing and…
Month-by-Month Infant Development
Throughout the first year of your baby’s life, she will undergo so many tremendous changes it will make you wonder what you accomplished in the last 365 days. It’s important to be aware of the month-by-month developmental milestones so you can both encourage your child and be aware if there is a problem. But remember, each child progresses at his own pace. So don’t be too concerned if your baby does not smile, roll over or walk at exactly the right time. If your child is several months behind on a particular milestone, mention it to your pediatrician.