http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Every mother, whether a first-time mom or an experienced one, has to make those decisions about what's best for her baby. You can start out with books by "experts" and of course friends and relatives always have advice for a new mother and baby. These ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865218_17.html 20th April 2009 When you bring your new baby home, you probably will have the urge to keep him near you at all times, especially when you (try to!) go to sleep for the night. It makes sense to have a crib or cradle in your bedroom at first, since it will minimize the dis... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865216_17.html 20th April 2009 Dr. William Sears, father of eight and a practicing pediatrician for over 30 years, has developed a comprehensive checklist for parents so they can get their baby on a solid sleep schedule that will enable them to sleep for longer periods of time, thereby... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865215_17.html 20th April 2009 Dr. Harvey Karp is a nationally renowned pediatrician and child development specialist. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the UCLA School of Medicine. Over the past 20 years, he has taught thousands of parents his secrets for making children h... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865214_17.html 20th April 2009 The practice of baby-swaddling dates back centuries and is still common in many cultures. Swaddling involves wrapping a baby securely from shoulders to feet with a small blanket. American Indians and people from the Middle East use bands and more sophist... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865213_17.html 20th April 2009 There are many different methods from the "experts" on dealing with sleep problems in your developing baby and child. Again, do what works best for you and what you feel comfortable with. The Ferber method involves letting the baby cry herself to sleep... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865210_17.html 20th April 2009 At the ages of 8-12 months, your baby will begin to need less sleep during the day and should be regularly sleeping through the night. But there's also much more activity and stimulation during the day - babies are eating up the world at this stage, they'... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865208_17.html 20th April 2009 As your baby gets older and turns into a toddler, they'll start to need less sleep during the day, but about 11 hours or so at night. You'll be transitioning to fewer naps and even a cranky tired baby can have difficulty getting to sleep. If your child... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865207_17.html 20th April 2009 As a new mother, you probably will wonder whether your baby is sleeping enough, or sleeping too much. There are guidelines of what to expect, but of course these can vary from baby to baby. Even if you've had children before, each baby will be different. ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865206_17.html 20th April 2009 The most important part of any nursery is the crib. You want to make it safe and cozy. No matter what type of crib you get, make sure it conforms to all safety guidelines and standards. Make sure the crib mattress fits snugly against the rails, so the bab... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865205_17.html 20th April 2009 Parents no longer have to lose sleep over Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) thanks to the latest research findings, and they can take a proactive role in reducing both the worry and risk involved for their infant. SIDS appears to result from a combinat... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865203_17.html 20th April 2009 There's nothing more wonderful than planning the nursery for your new baby. If you've decided to find out the gender of your baby, you can have the room all ready for him or her when you come home from the hospital. What kinds of things do you need to ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_865201_17.html 20th April 2009 If you're new mother, you already know that breastfeeding is best for your baby. But not everyone can successfully breastfeed. What's important is that your baby gets the nourishment he needs to develop and thrive. If your baby isn't thriving on breast mi... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852114_17.html 09th April 2009 You've probably seen videos and CDs for babies. There are some theories that classical music can make your baby smarter, and exposing your baby to music is part of what we do to introduce them to all the sights and sounds of their world. Music can def... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852112_17.html 09th April 2009 The use of baby slings, or "baby wearing" as it's sometimes called, is very common in many cultures around the world. More parents in the United States are learning about baby wearing from attachment parenting books and websites, and are realizing the ben... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852109_17.html 09th April 2009 It's the most frightening, bewildering and heartbreaking thing that can happen with a newborn. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). It's defined as when as when a baby dies in the first year of life from no apparent cause. The causes still aren't fully kn... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852106_17.html 09th April 2009 Your baby should start sleeping through the night at about 3 months. But babies are learning and observing all the time, and your baby could soon start to associate sleep time with time that mommy isn't there. It's called separation anxiety and it's a nor... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852104_17.html 09th April 2009 You've probably heard of feng shui, the Chinese system for arrangement and placement of furniture in a room. It's often used in businesses and homes as a way to create positive energy in your environment. Even if you've never used feng shui in your own sp... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852102_17.html 09th April 2009 Attachment parenting (AP), a phrase coined by pediatrician William Sears, is a parenting philosophy based on the principles of the attachment theory in developmental psychology. According to attachment theory, a strong emotional bond with parents during c... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852100_17.html 09th April 2009 Most children, by the time they are about 9 months old, have the motor skills needed to drink from a cup. If you think your baby's ready to make the move from bottle to sippy cup, try filling a sippy cup with water and let your child try and drink from i... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852098_17.html 09th April 2009 Nightmares and night terrors can be equally frightening for both child and parent, especially when they start happening frequently. Nightmares occur during the REM (rapid eye movement) phase of sleep. They might vary in length, but the child will usuall... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852095_17.html 09th April 2009 Putting your toddler to bed can sometimes be an exercise in frustration. If you have experienced this, you might want to consider one of the following techniques to make bedtime a peaceful time. Be consistent about bed times and waking times. Your tod... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852093_17.html 09th April 2009 Richard Ferber is director of the Center for Pediatric Sleep Disorders at Children's Hospital in Boston who believes in a "progressive" approach to helping your child fall - and stay - asleep. Ferber has developed a forward-thinking plan of action to ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852091_17.html 09th April 2009 Your baby's cold can be just as hard on you as it is on her. But you can help ease your baby's discomfort and keep the infection from worsening by ensuring she gets sufficient rest and liquids, which would include breast milk or formula if she's less tha... http://www.articlealley.com/article_852088_17.html 09th April 2009 There's only so much one person (or two) can do to get a baby to go to sleep. There are things you can use other than your own shoulder to help lull your baby to sleep. A baby swing can be a good idea and leave your hands free. Set the swing at a slow ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840476_17.html 27th March 2009 Research has shown that the quality and length of your baby's naps affects his nighttime sleep. If he naps too late in the day, it will most certainly affect his nighttime sleeping. It's important to tune into your baby's biological clock and learn when... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840474_17.html 27th March 2009 A new baby needs a lot of sleep and when they're not sleeping, they can be hungry or need a diaper change. It's a little hard to know in the beginning what's making your baby cry or if he's tired. But as you both begin to settle into your routines, you'll... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840472_17.html 27th March 2009 Bath time is a special time of bonding with a baby and her parents. It's a time to play gently, talk and sing. Get everything you will need ready before you start! The list includes water (of course), washcloth, alcohol pads, bath towel (with hood if you... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840468_17.html 27th March 2009 The task of developing a regular and restful sleep pattern for a new baby is often an exercise in frustration and confusion for many parents. Research has shown that hospitalized infants grow more rapidly when correctly massaged. This is due in large pa... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840464_17.html 27th March 2009 As your newborn baby grows, it is slowly acclimating to sleeping at night and being awake during the day. Also, as baby's stomach is growing and holding more breast milk or formula, it will be able to go for longer periods between feedings at night. At a... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840463_17.html 27th March 2009 Parenting educator Elizabeth Pantley is president of Better Beginnings, Inc., a family resource and education company. Elizabeth frequently speaks to parents in schools, hospitals, and parent groups, and her presentations are received with enthusiasm and ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840460_17.html 27th March 2009 A fussy or crying baby can make for a fussy and often frustrated parent. There are many reasons a baby could be fussy or unable to sleep, including illness, colic, or something as simple as either too much noise or too little noise. Before altering your... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840458_17.html 27th March 2009 Bedtime routines and rituals are very important for most children in establishing positive sleep patterns and in developing a sense of security and stability. Your child will benefit from a set bedtime. Pick a time for bed that is reasonable for your chil... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840456_17.html 27th March 2009 Sleepwalking and sleep talking are members of a group of sleep disorders called parasomnias. Though it's not known just exactly why children walk and talk in their sleep neither are considered to be serious disorders, and are not result of any physical or... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840454_17.html 27th March 2009 There are three types of baby bottles are available: glass, plastic and plastic with disposable plastic liners. Glass bottles are very durable but they are a little heavier to use and they are breakable. Plastic bottles are also very sturdy and are more l... http://www.articlealley.com/article_840451_17.html 27th March 2009 Bringing home a new baby brings with it an exhausting array of new responsibilities and challenges. Is there such a thing as a typical day and night for new parents? Probably not! 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