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Normal Baby Spit-up: Is Your Baby Healthy?
Here's what you need to know about healthy baby spit-up from a pediatric gastroenterologist at the C...
Baby Products for New Parents: Relieving Colic, Gas, Constipation, and Sore Gums
These products can help soothe your baby's colic, gas discomfort, sore gums from teething, and const...
How to Support the Growth and Developmental Needs of a Toddler
Here's how to support the growth and development of your toddler and a toddler growth chart to refer...
This is What You Need to Know about Hiring a Baby Nurse in NYC
Here’s everything you should know if you’re considering hiring a baby nurse or a night nurse in NYC....
Exposure to Touchscreens and TVs Can Disrupt Infant Sleep
A new study from Oxford Academic's Sleep Research Society suggests that touchscreens and televisions...
Co-Parenting in a Pandemic: Apps and Advice
Here are co-parenting apps and advice that will help your family create a co-parenting in a pandemic...
Here's How to Create a Postpartum Care Plan
Here's how to create a postpartum care plan that will alleviate the stresses associated with the cha...
The Most Popular Baby Names Right Now
Here's a list of the top baby names ideas and some inspiration for naming your baby—boy, girl, and g...
How to Safely Introduce Your Newborn to Visitors During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Having a new baby during a pandemic can be daunting. Here are some safety tips for bringing home you...
How to Find a Babysitter or Nanny Right Now
Need to find a last-minute babysitter in the New York area? Don’t panic! We live in an area where fi...
How to Get Your Baby to Sleep—Anywhere
A sleep routine is important for keeping your baby well-rested and happy—not to mention yourself! Al...
11 Secrets for the Best Baby Registry
Creating a successful baby registry can drive you a little crazy. You need the hindsight of a vetera...
How to Make Your Child Feel Special Before Baby No. 2 Arrives
During your second pregnancy, it’s normal to have mixed feelings as your party of three nears its en...
5 Options for When Your Nanny's Out of Commission
While employing a nanny can be a more flexible arrangement than other child care options, you’ll sti...
Here's How to Decode Your Baby's Reflexes
Almost everything about a newborn is overwhelming. On little-to-no sleep, you’re expected to assembl...
8 Ways to Make Sure Your Kids’ Teeth Are Healthy
There are so many aspects of your kids’ health to keep track of, from making sure they eat well to e...
Don't Worry About These 9 Baby Ailments
For new moms and dads, an infant’s first few months of life are thrilling—and a little nerve-wrackin...
This Is How to Create a Stress-Free Baby Registry
Looking for baby registry ideas? Get expert tips for crafting the perfect baby registry list—and we ...
Signs Your Baby and Her Nanny Have a Great Relationship
It seems like a given: Your baby should feel comfortable with your nanny. There should be warmth and...
How to Choose Who Should Care for Your Baby
Adding a new baby to your family, whether it’s your first or your fifth, is probably life’s most mem...
How to Plan a Successful Return from Maternity Leave
Here’s the thing about maternity leave: It’s finite. You may have several months or just a few weeks...
5 Things to Ask Potential Nannies for Infants
Whether you’re going back to work, having a girl’s night out, or going on a date with your partner, ...
What to Look for in a Nanny in 2019
There’s nothing quite as nerve-racking as choosing a person to leave your children with for extended...
These Are the Best Tummy Time Hacks For Your Baby
If your baby hates tummy time, you’re not alone. We talked to the experts to find out why pediatrici...
3 Tips for a A Successful Start with Your New Nanny
You just hired your new nanny. Everyone is very excited, and you are totally optimistic that she’s g...
WHO Releases New Guidelines for Activity Levels for Children Younger Than Five
On April 24, The World Health Organization announced new recommendations for children younger than t...
Changes That Are Normal in Your Body Postpartum
Women are taught to expect numerous changes to their bodies during pregnancy; from weight gain to we...
How to Potty Train Your Child
Here are the best tips for potty training your child and the signs to watch for to determine when yo...
The Benefits of Sharing a Room with Your Baby
One of the aspects of living in the New York area can mean limited space for many families. Between ...
5 Things You Can Do in the Early Years to Help Your Child’s Development
As a parent of a young child, it can be overwhelming and difficult to find tangible actions from par...
How to Understand and Decode Your Baby's Cries
As a parent of a newborn, it can be hard to know exactly what your infant needs when she cries—but i...
Skin Care Products for the Whole Family
The winter weather and constant switching from being in cold air outside to a heated indoors can wre...
5 Tips to Hire the Right Nanny for Your Family
A nanny is an invaluable resource as a specialist who loves and cares for your kids in your absence,...
How to Prepare Your Child to Become a Big Brother or Big Sister
If you're expecting your second or third child, you may be wondering how to prepare your older kids ...
How to Create A Maternity Leave Plan
If you’re pregnant, you already have a lot of things on your mind! Be it baby proofing your home, fi...
Infant Ibuprofen from CVS, Walmart, and Family Dollar Has Been Recalled
A recall has been issued for over-the-counter infant ibuprofen sold by the retailers CVS, Family Dol...
The Pros and Cons of Elf on the Shelf
Happy holidays! Many of you who celebrate Christmas have already unpacked your Elf on the Shelf and ...
Can Your Baby's Teeth Predict Autism?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is an extremely common developmental disability with approximately on...
Everything You Need to Know About Exploring New Places with Your Infant
If you’re hesitant to go on outings now that you’re a new parent, we’re here to tell you that gettin...
The Pros and Cons of Posting Pictures of Your Baby on Social Media
We all have moments we want to showcase on Instagram and Facebook—the one's that are posed, edited, ...
5 Ways to Update Your Toddler Proofing Measures
When your little one starts walking and begins exploring in greater depth, you may start to wonder w...
Nickelodeon’s Blue’s Clues Reboot Has a New Name and a New Host
It’s official: Blue’s Clues is returning to Nickelodeon to delight a whole new generation of viewers...
The Social and Developmental Benefits of Mommy-and-Me Classes
Attending a mommy-and-me class with your baby does more than get you out of the house to socialize w...
16 Things to Do to Baby Proof Your Home
If you’re a first-time parent, bringing baby home from the hospital can feel scary, so baby proofing...
Tips for Checking a Potential Nanny's References
Finding a nanny in NYC can be a stressful, long process. You want to find someone you trust, who you...
The Best Ways to Talk to Your Baby to Facilitate Speech Development
Talking to your baby can be fun, but it’s not all fun and games. Everything you say to an infant (an...
Everything You Need to Know When Purchasing and Installing a Car Seat
Proper car seat safety can save your child’s life. Parents purchasing or installing an infant or tod...
Tips to Help Fathers Bond with Their Babies
Let’s face it: Parenthood is scary for both new mothers and fathers. One of the scariest moments of ...
How to Understand Your Baby's Wants and Needs Based on Mood States and Cues
One of the most astonishing revelations about newborns is their ability to communicate almost from b...
What Kind of Rash Does My Baby Have?
Finding a skin rash on your infant is fairly common given that her skin is so sensitive. But how do ...
Why Does My Toddler Do Weird Things?
Running around naked, being super particular, watching the same movie over, and over, and over again...
The Basics of Sleep Training and Sleep Regression
Why do babies go through sleep regression? If getting your infant or toddler to sleep through the ni...
How Babies Learn to Love
As it turns out, babies are hardwired to love you! And there's plenty you can do to help that parent...
The Lifelong Benefits of Reading to Babies
Though many parents may not realize it, they should be reading to babies as early as possible. There...
The Benefits of Creating a 'Yes' Space for Your Young Child
Stemming from the RIE® Educaring® approach to parenting from Magda Gerber, which is responding to yo...
New York Car Seat Laws Are Changing: Here's What You Need to Know
Governor Andrew Cuomo recently signed a law that requires children younger than 2 to ride in a rear-...
Healthgrades Awards Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern 5 Stars
Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern has been named a five-star recipient for Vaginal Delivery by Heal...
A Look at New York Area Infant Mortality Rates
Though local infant mortality rates are lower than the national average, more babies die in their fi...
Preparing for Pregnancy with Preconception Counseling
The importance of preconception counseling for women who are planning on getting pregnant....
4 Foods Breast-Feeding Moms Should Include in Their Diets
Key nutrients moms should eat when breast-feeding...
The Wholeness Center in Valley Cottage Expands Offerings
The Wholeness Center now offers kids' birthday parties and MommaArts, which provides maternity care ...
Pediatricians Group Urges Parents to Stop Giving Juice to Babies
Babies younger than 1 should not be given fruit juice at all, while older kids should drink it only ...
Pregnancy Could Cost 425% More Under GOP Health Plan
Insurance premiums for pregnant women could go up considerably per the new GOP health bill, intended...
Introducing Dog to Baby
Tips to successfully and safely introduce a newborn baby in a home with pets...
Nyack Hospital Offers Childbirth and Infant Education Classes
The Maternity Center at Nyack Hospital offers classes on Lamaze, breastfeeding, infant care, and mor...
Baby’s First 1,000 Days: The Impact of Nutrition
A growing body of research has shown the impact proper nutrition can have on long-term health, start...
Rockland Health Department Receives Grant for Breast-Feeding
The Rockland Health Department was awarded a $1.2 million grant to fund the Creating Breastfeeding F...
Why I Hated All Nine Months of Pregnancy
A mom’s experience with antepartum depression during pregnancy....
Breast Milk Depot Opens in South Nyack
Rockland County’s first breast milk depot opened at Kenneth H. Zatz, M.D., Pediatrics....
Creating a Safe Sleep Environment for Baby
Tips to create a safe sleep environment for your baby....
Congress Passes Postpartum Depression Legislation
Congress recently passed groundbreaking maternal mental health legislation, the Bringing Postpartum ...
What Does a Midwife Do? Interview with Risa Klein.
Risa Klein is a certified nurse midwife with an office on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. She was the “...
Everything You Need to Know About Breastfeeding During the Coronavirus
Is it safe to breastfeed during coronavirus? Can coronavirus spread through breastmilk? ...
Expose Your Babies to Global Spices in Purees
Tips to expose your babies to spices and global food, plus three puree recipes....
Exercise During Pregnancy: Can It Instill a Lifelong Love of Exercise in Baby?
A study suggests that moms who run during pregnancy produce kids who are more apt to be like them a...
New York to Require Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
New York State's new budget includes a paid family and medical leave requirement....
Women Who Smoke During Pregnancy Alter Baby’s DNA
Smoking during pregnancy may cause alterations to the baby’s DNA, according to a new study....
Could CMV Be the Cause of My Baby's Failed Hearing Test?
CMV, or cytomegalovirus, is an under-the-radar virus that effects babies' hearing and development. H...
The Importance of Sleep
We all know we need sleep, but why is it so important for children and adults to get enough sleep ea...
Get Your Baby to Fall Asleep Faster, Stay Asleep Longer
Johnson's three-step bedtime routine is proven to help babies fall asleep faster and stay asleep lon...
Why You Should Never Comment on a Pregnant Woman’s Diet
This local mom of six kids riffs on pregnancy cravings and nine months’ worth of unfiltered comments...
Zika Virus - What You Need to Know
The Zika Virus has reached the United States. Here's what you need to know....
Breast Feeding Can Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer and Diabetes
Two new studies find that women who breastfeed reduce their risk of breast cancer and Type 2 diabete...
Pregnant Women Can Still Drink Coffee, Study Says
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital conducted a study and concluded that pregna...
What is Secondary Infertility?
Some women have difficulty conceiving after their first child. This is called secondary infertility....
New York First State to Give All Pregnant Women Access to Health Care
New York State has designated pregnancy as a "qualifying life event," creating a special health insu...
Advice for New Parents Driving with Infants
Bringing home your new infant can be intimidating, especially driving in a car with a newborn. Here'...
New City Pediatrician Group Offers Ear Device for Infants
Helping Kids Pediatrics, a New City pediatrician team, now offers the Earwell device as help for inf...
Suffern's Women's Wellness Group Opens in Airmont
Suffern's Women's Wellness Group, which recently opened in Airmont, offers internal medicine, nutrit...
8 Steps to Great Sleep Habits for Babies
Setting up your baby with great sleep habits takes commitment, consistency, and confidence that you ...
Pulse Oximetry Screens for Heart Defects in Newborns
Critical congenital heart disease, a heart disease that poses risk of death or disability, can be de...
Infant Care Classes for First-Time Parents
The husband-and-wife team of Helping Kids Pediatrics now offers infant care classes for first-time p...
Ask the Expert: When Should I Get the TDAP Vaccine?
Pertussis, or whooping cough, can be serious, even fatal, for infants. The best way to protect your ...
Q-and-A with Emily Oster on Modern Pregnancy Guidelines
When economist Emily Oster got pregnant and wasn’t receiving answers from her doctors that seemed gr...
Quiz: Do You Know the Modern Guidelines to Pregnancy?
Based on Emily Oster's book on modern pregnancy, "Expecting Better: How To Fight The Pregnancy Estab...
New York State Receives Leadership Award from March of Dimes
New York is among the states that will receive the Virginia Apgar Prematurity Campaign Leadership Aw...
Protect Newborns from Whooping Cough: Know Your Vaccine Status
Pertussis, or whooping cough, can be fatal for newborn infants who have not yet received the whoopin...
Ask the Expert: Is It Safe for Pregnant Women to Get a Flu Shot?
If you're pregnant during the flu season, you may be worried about vaccines and medications affectin...
Ask the Expert: What Foods and Drinks Should I Avoid When Breast-Feeding?
When women begin breast-feeding, many consider how their diets will affect the health of the baby. A...
Ask the Expert: What are Guidelines to Keep in Mind When Beginning to Sleep Train My Baby?
Learning to fall asleep is a skill that needs to be taught to babies, and parents can do this with s...
