All babies cry some, and some cry a lot. Others have colic and cry for hours straight most evenings. No matter which kind of baby you have, the crying is hard on both of you!
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Bringing a new baby into the world is exciting, joyful—and a little overwhelming at the same time. As pediatricians, one of our jobs is to help you sort through all the choices for keeping you’re your child healthy. One of the very first steps we recommend is the hepatitis B (HepB) vaccine, given soon after birth. Here is why your baby needs this important vaccine:...
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Last year, we had an easier respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season. This was thanks to use of a new medication (nirsevimab) to help prevent moderate to severe RSV in babies. Nirsevimab is available again now to protect our youngest babies from this serious illness. What is RSV? RSV is a common contagious respiratory virus that’s most active between November and March. Almost all kids get...
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Discover baby fine motor milestones from newborn to 12 months. Learn what to expect, when, and how play supports your baby’s development.
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They say the one thing all new parents have in common is feeling exhausted. All. The. Time. I know I was! So it makes sense that parents have lots of questions about how to help their babies sleep better.
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Fortunately, jaundice in newborns usually causes no lasting harm, but it’s extremely important to check for it and treat it when necessary.
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Many parents have questions about vaccines for their children. It’s important to put your thought and care into any decision that affects your child’s health. We recommend you start by talking with their doctor. As a pediatrician, I can tell you that we really want to take the time to answer your questions. You want what’s best for your child – and so do we! Here are some of parents’ most frequently asked questions about childhood vaccines.
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Yes! The “fourth trimester” is another way to describe the postpartum period - the first three months after your baby is born. It’s a time of major adjustment for you, your baby, and for everyone else you live with. It can be rough - I wasn’t prepared for it, even though I’m an obstetrician!
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