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Newborn Baby Health

Ensuring your new baby is healthy and stays healthy will be on your mind. Here are some things you need to know about newborn baby health.

Using Baby Blankets

Because of the risk of SIDS among families who have used blankets or other loose bedding in their baby’s cribs, it is best not to use a blanket. There are other options for keeping your child warm on cold nights.

Labor Pains

Women often describe the birthing process as one of the most painful experiences someone can endure. Unfortunately, some say labor pains can be equally difficult. Here is more information about labor pains and how to cope.

Common Side Effects of Breastfeeding

As if breastfeeding wasn't difficult enough, a variety of issues can develop as a result. Here’s a look at some of the more common problems that may present as both mom and baby learn how to breastfeed.

Pregnant Over 35: How to Exercise the Right Way

When you're pregnant and 35 or over, maintaining a regular exercise routine can be an excellent way to make your pregnancy healthier and easier. Here's a look at how low impact pregnant exercises can offer benefits while allowing you to avoid risks.

Safety Lifting Other Children While Pregnant

While women are often told to avoiding lifting during pregnancy, some things just can’t be avoided -- like when you already have a small child or two. Here’s a look at the best ways to pick up your children (and other reasonably weighted items) safely while you’re pregnant.

Understanding High-Risk Pregnancy

High-risk pregnancies are those in which the mother has additional complications that may, in some way, impact the pregnancy or health of the mother or baby. Here’s a look at understanding what makes a pregnancy high-risk.

Organizing Your Day

One of the challenges faced by stay at home moms of 1 years old is designing a schedule that works for her, the baby, and the rest of the family.

Daily Activities

Staying home all day with a new baby can quickly lead to cabin fever or increase post-partum depression. Keeping busy with activities for you and your child can help.

The Process of Labor and Delivery

A woman holds her newborn baby on her chest as she lies in a hospital bed.

Labor can take over a day, and delivery can be hours of intense, excruciating pushing -- not the five minutes you’re expecting from sitcoms or other staged birthing videos. Here’s a look at the general labor process.