Babies (from 0 to12 months)
Should you avoid foods during breastfeeding to prevent colic?
Are there certain foods that are best not to eat when breastfeeding to avoid colic? Colic in breastfed babies is a common problem, but not all th...
Deanna Marie Mason
31 of October, 2023
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...
Deanna Marie Mason
14 of February, 2019
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 marketing teams have spent a lot of time and money to send out ...
Deanna Marie Mason
21 of June, 2018
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 th...
Deanna Marie Mason
17 of May, 2018
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 babies grow, parent...
Deanna Marie Mason
15 of February, 2018
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 beco...
Deanna Marie Mason
4 of January, 2018
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, improving memory, and evolving verbal communicati...
Deanna Marie Mason
7 of December, 2017
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 a...
Deanna Marie Mason
9 of November, 2017
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 ...
Deanna Marie Mason
6 of July, 2017
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 “deve...
Deanna Marie Mason
8 of June, 2017
