Babies and young children have special nutritional needs, because this is a period of intense growth and development. Babies triple in size from birth to 12 months, making it the biggest period of growth in their lives. From 12 to 36 months,...
Parents who wish to adopt a child have many options for which type of process to pursue. Some parents would like to adopt a newborn in order to parent the baby as long as possible. Others see the need for families for young children and decide to...
Emotional development, much like physical or cognitive development, follows a progression of skills throughout your child's life. From the first few months of his life all the way through childhood, he forms attachments and learns to control and...
During her first year of life, a baby gain weights rapidly, often tripling her birth weight by her first birthday. In some cases, a baby can stop gaining weight, or even lose weight. This is called failure to thrive. Failure to thrive occurs most...
Every baby is different, and some babies fill up just fine when breast-feeding in 10 to 15 minutes, while others need one hour of nursing to finish their meals. If your baby is content after a short feeding time and growing at a normal rate, your...
Autism is one of several autism spectrum disorders, which are characterized by delayed social and physical development as well as delayed speech and communication. Autism typically occurs within the first few years of life, and parents can spot...
One of the most difficult challenges new parents face is when their infant or young child becomes ill. Because the child is unable to communicate what is making her uncomfortable, it is up to parents to try and discern her cues and make her as...
When considering the types of food to give your baby, it is important to find a routine that works for you. According to Homemade Baby Food Recipes, you can introduce solid foods to your baby after 4 to 6 months of age, as young babies do not have...
During the first year of life, babies go from being helpless newborns to fledgling toddlers. According to the National Network for Child Care, the majority of babies double in length and triple in weight during this time. While every baby develops...
At about 6 months of age or later, though sometimes as early as 4 months if a pediatrician recommends it, a baby is ready to start eating solid foods. Introducing your infant to solids is the start of a new adventure in tastes and textures and...
When your child has an earache, you'd do anything to make him feel better. Whether it's caused by a cold, allergies or simply develops on its own, young children are susceptible to painful middle-ear inflammation that leaves them cranky and...
Young babies develop a skin condition on their scalps called "cradle cap." It looks like flakes of dry skin, although it can resemble oily, thick, brown or yellow scaling patches. This condition is harmless, usually appearing on the baby's scalp...
"When will my baby finally sleep through the night?" is a common question asked by new moms with young babies. Young babies sleep most of the day and night, yet wake up often because they have different sleep cycles compared to adults. While there...
The root of the goldenseal plant has been used for centuries in indigenous American herbalism. Historically, healers have valued goldenseal for its purported ability to stimulate immunity, fight infection and reduce inflammation. Although...
If your baby has asthma or another respiratory condition, your pediatrician may prescribe a medication called Albuterol to be inhaled via a nebulizer. Because babies and toddlers are not old enough to use an inhaler, a nebulizer is used to turn...
For older children and adults, daily water intake is important to maintain good health. Well-meaning parents may think water is necessary to keep babies healthy and hydrated, but young babies have no need for plain water and can even be harmed by...
A healthy baby has smooth, moist and plump looking skin, with even color all over. Babies' skin is thin and sensitive so babies commonly develop rashes or other skin conditions. In the absence of any other symptoms, these should not cause alarm....
When a baby becomes sick it is easy for parents to become worried very quickly. Young children are fragile, and new parents often don't know what is normal and what should be cause for concern. This is particularly true of a vomiting baby. It can...
Many infants have runny stools, especially if they are breastfed. This is because young babies survive on a liquid diet. If your baby's stools change in amount or texture, however, it may indicate diarrhea. Diarrhea in infants can be caused by...
Over-the-counter cough suppressants and decongestants are no longer labeled for use with children younger than age four, leaving parents in a quandary about how to comfort young children and babies with colds and coughs. In most cases, the best...
Babies under 1 year old receive a substantial portion of their nutrition from formula or breast milk, and many fall asleep better and sleep longer when they have a bottle before bed. Many babies go through phases during which they refuse to take...
Most young babies have a "fussy period" of the day where they fuss, cry and scream. Anticipating these times and calmly soothing your baby will help you to build your confidence in caring for your infant. Sometimes, it will seem that nothing you...
Newborn babies have erratic schedules, and they do not know the difference between night and day. As your baby grows, however, you will begin looking forward to the day when she begins to sleep through the night. For young babies, "through the...
Summer can be a challenging time for parents of young babies. Protecting your child from the sun's rays is important, yet keeping him cool at the same time is a must. Above all, dress your baby in comfortable clothing. This will minimize both of...
Say goodbye to expensive little jars of baby food. Instead, make your own wholesome homemade baby food free of fillers and additives often found in commercial baby food. The food will taste better to your baby, and you are in complete control of...
The incidence of asthma among young children has been increasing over several decades, according to pediatrician William Sears in his book "The Portable Pediatrician." Many parents have turned to lifestyle changes and home remedies to...
Influenza, often referred to as the flu, is a contagious illness caused by the influenza virus. Symptoms include fever, a runny nose, a sore throat, fatigue, headaches and muscle aches. Most people sick with the flu get better in a few days....
It is pretty common, according to MayoClinic.com, for young babies to have reflux. While some may require treatment for their reflux, many others are so-called "happy spitters" who can be managed with a few simple lifestyle changes. One of the...
Many new moms are stuck with extra pregnancy weight that they would like to lose. It can be hard to find time to exercise when you have a baby or young child. Using a jogging stroller can help moms get the exercise they need, as long as they wait...
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