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Baby Heat Rash (Prickly Heat): Signs, Treatment, and Prevention

It's a warm afternoon and you're doing a diaper change when you notice tiny red bumps clustered across your baby's neck, chest, or back (they weren't there this morning). Now you're wondering what you're looking at — and whether you need to do something about it. More often than not, what you're seeing is heat rash, one of the most common skin conditions in babies. It's almost always harmless, and usually clears up quickly once your baby cools down. Here's how to recognize it, treat it, and keep it from coming back. [takeaways] What Is Baby Heat Rash? Heat rash...

The Chair Method of Sleep Training: A Step-by-Step Daily Guide

Of all the sleep training methods out there, the chair method is the one that tends to appeal to parents who aren't ready to leave the room (at least not yet). Cry-it-out may work for a lot of families, but it asks you to walk out, shut the door, and stay outside while your baby cries themselves to sleep. Some parents can do that, but others find it genuinely unbearable. And we definitely get it – standing in the hallway listening can feel way worse than whatever's actually happening on the other side of your little one's bedroom door. The...

Cluster Feeding: Why Newborns Do It and How to Cope

It's 6pm, and your newborn has been nursing on and off for three hours. You just fed them and yet here you are, feeding them again. You're starting to wonder if something is wrong — with your supply, with your baby, or just with this entire situation. Most of the time, this is normal. What you're experiencing is cluster feeding, and it's one of the most disorienting parts of early parenthood. Here's what's actually happening, and how to get through it with your sanity intact. [takeaways]   What Is Cluster Feeding?  Cluster feeding is when a baby feeds multiple times...

Breastfeeding and Baby Sleep: What Every Nursing Parent Should Know

Breastfed babies tend to wake more often at night than formula-fed babies, but more often than not, it isn’t a problem – it's biology. Understanding why can make those middle-of-the-night moments feel less like failure, and more like something you can actually work with.

Newborn Sleep Schedule & Patterns: What To Expect

As any parent knows, the term “newborn sleep schedule” is a bit of a misnomer. At the very beginning, babies sleep around the clock because they’re unable to discern night from day. Between their short, frequent naps, newborns only wake up in order to eat and get their diaper changed.

Baby Acne: Why It Happens and When to Worry

Little red bumps on their cheeks, chin, or forehead? You're most likely looking at baby acne. Here's what's actually happening — and how to know when it's worth a call to your pediatrician.

A Dad's Guide to Newborn Sleep: How to Help Without Breastfeeding

You come home with a baby, a partner who's recovering from birth, and a schedule that stopped making sense around day two. If your partner is breastfeeding, you might feel like the supporting cast in the nighttime routine. But there's a lot you can do, and it all matters much more than you'd think.

Baby Sleeping Positions: What’s Safe and What to Avoid

There’s nothing quite like the peace and satisfaction when your baby finally drifts off to sleep. But for many new parents, that peace can also be accompanied by late-night worry wondering if your little one is safe. That’s why figuring out safe baby sleeping positions is so important.

Granted, the rules of safe sleep can feel overwhelming at first, especially when you’re exhausted. But don’t worry, you’re doing a great job, and we’re here to help!

Baby Swing vs. Bouncer vs. Rocker: Differences & How to Pick

It’s common to think that baby swings, bouncers, and rockers are all the same, but they’re actually quite different. Whereas bouncers are for engaging your baby in active play, swings and rockers are for soothing and calming your baby.

In this article, we’ll tell you the difference between a baby swing vs. bouncer vs. rocker and give you tips on how to pick the right models for your little one. Consider this a baby gear masterclass!

Is My Newborn Sleeping Too Much? | Signs to Watch For

Newborns sleep a lot, but if they’re sleeping more than 17 hours a day and you’re worried they’re not eating enough, it’s a good idea to talk to your doctor.

In this article, we’ll tell you how to know if your newborn is sleeping too much, what to watch for, and what to do. We’ll also offer sleep tips so that when it’s time to nod off, your baby does so safely and comfortably.