Babies (from 0 to12 months)

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Early exposure may be the key to helping your child avoid food...

Although food allergies are a common concern for parents, there are recommendations to help reduce the risk of developing severe food allergies as well as how to safely introduce these ...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 14 of February, 2019
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Is fruit juice really healthy for my kids?

Lots of parents are looking for ways to help their children eat more fruit as part of a balanced diet. Fruit juice manufacturers and market...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 21 of June, 2018
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Why fathers are important during the first year of life

There are so many changes that happen after the birth of a baby. Parents often feel overwhelmed with the beauty of their child and with all of the care needs of their baby. Historically...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 17 of May, 2018
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Every word you say builds your child’s brain: The importance o...

Talking to your baby can have lifelong benefits All parents know the intense joy of seeing their infant examining their face while they coo and chatter to their baby. As b...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 15 of February, 2018
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How to really get your baby to sleep through the night: A no n...

There is a safe and effective way to teach your baby to sleep through the night Frequent infant night waking can be detrimental to a family. First, parents become e...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 4 of January, 2018
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Skip the bells and whistles; traditional toys are best for bab...

The best toys for the baby are the traditional ones, without a doubt. A baby’s development is centered on increasing strength and coordination, ...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 7 of December, 2017
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Does swaddling increase the risk of SIDS in infants?

What does swaddling mean? Swaddling is the snug wrapping of a blanket around an infant to reduce or minimize the movements of the arms and legs. Swaddling is a common infa...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 9 of November, 2017
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How to survive a plane trip with an infant or small child

This knowledge can be horrifying for parents when they must fly with their infant or small children. Luckily, having some basic information and a good dose of humor will help parents ...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 6 of July, 2017
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Prevent sunburn: healthy skin begins in infancy

Young babies have delicate skin that needs to be protected. There is a common misconception among parents that babies’ skin needs to “develop a tolerance” fo...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 8 of June, 2017
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Are there risks to introducing solid foods early?

Baby’s gut is not ready for solid food before 6 months When babies are born, their gut is sterile. They do not yet have bacterial colonization in their gut to help with breaking down food, ...

usuario Deanna Marie Mason usuario 23 of February, 2017
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