What’s Behind the US Baby Formula Shortage – and How to Make Sure It Doesn’t Happen Again
The shortage will affect some parents more than others. Not surprisingly, the most affected parents are those on the lowest income.
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Why Kids Shouldn’t Eat Added Sugar Before They Turn 2, According to a Nutritional Epidemiologist
Foods and beverages high in added sugars provide a lot of calories but not a lot of nutrients
Pregnant Women’s Brains Show Troubling Signs of Stress – but Feeling Strong Social Support Can Break Those Patterns
Just feeling that there's someone out there she can count on can help a mom-to-be
How to Wean Your Child From Breastfeeding
If you or your baby has decided that it's time to stop breastfeeding, here are some tips to help weaning go better for you both.
A Child Safety Factor You Shouldn't Overlook
According to this Safe Kids Worldwide report, the medicines kids most commonly get into belong to their grandparents.
5 Tips for Gentle Weaning Success
As much as breastfeeding isn't an automatic process, weaning also isn't automatic for most moms. In rare cases, a baby will stop nursing all on her own, but more often, it's a process. Get the tips for success.
Calling Your Kid Overweight Can Lead to More Weight Gain
One study found that no matter a child's actual weight, those whose parents believed they were overweight gained more weight. The other study found that more than 82 percent of parents underestimate the weight of their overweight or obese children.
7 Dangers to Baby in Your Home
Some everyday things in your home may present dangers to your baby or small child—from dishwasher and range to windows and stairs.
Mommy-and-Me Total Body Workouts
It can be hard to find time to exercise when you have kids, but if you include them, you can always squeeze in your workouts—and have fun!
10 Toddler Snacks: Classic and Elevated
Toddlers love to snack, so be prepared with healthy snacks, both easy and elevated.
5 Common Toddler Feeding Frustrations and Solutions
Most parents of toddlers know that mealtimes can be stressful. To help with those common toddler feeding frustrations, here are some tips from mom and registered dietitian Katie Serbinski of Mom to Mom Nutrition.
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Tips to Stop Tantrums
Toddler tantrums are never pleasant, but they are normal. Here are some tips to help you deal with tantrums.
3 Healthy, Plant-Based, Kid-Friendly Recipes
If you're a parent who's in a rut of always preparing the same foods, succumbing to "what works" or relying on dairy and wheat to get by, then try one of these fresh, healthy recipes.
Child and OTC Medication Safety
How do I know if it's OK to give my child more than one over-the-counter medicine at the same time
Last-Minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas Moms With Younger Kids Will Love
These are the best gifts any mom with little kids will appreciate—and they don't require planning or going to a store.
Should Your Child See a Dermatologist?
If your child has a recurring or serious skin problem or one that hasn't responded to treatment, you may want to visit a pediatric dermatologist.
How to Protect Baby's Skin From the Sun
Just one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence more than doubles one's chance of developing melanoma, a deadly type of skin cancer, later in life.