Why Can’t I Get My Baby to Sleep in His Crib?
Getting a baby to sleep in one of the most challenging aspects of parenting. As a pediatrician and lactation consultant, I often hear from parents who desire to have their baby sleep in their own crib, but just absolutely cannot get them to do it. It is certainly very...
How Do I Get My Baby to Stop Crying?
Help! I can’t get my baby to stop crying and I have tried everything. This is a commonly spoken statement by many parents. New babies cry a lot and for many reasons. There is something about a fussy baby that triggers our deepest emotions as parents and causes...
Should I Swaddle My Newborn at Night?
Swaddling a newborn at night is one of those skills that most new parents develop over time. As a former newborn hospitalist, I used to amaze a new mom with my swaddling skills as I wrapped her baby into a tiny cute burrito. There really is nothing cuter than a...
Why Pediatricians Hate Amber Teething Necklaces
As a pediatrician, I hate amber teething necklaces. In fact, I hate to see any jewelry on a young child that could pose a choking and/or strangulation risk. During my pediatric residency, I practiced in a place where it was culturally accepted to put a bracelet on...
A Pediatrician’s Advice For Introducing Solid Foods
Introducing solid foods can be such a fun and messy milestone for you and your baby. Your mama super power of making breast milk or feeding formula has sustained your little one for the first 6 months of their life. Now, you begin a new journey towards teaching your...
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