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A Chubby Baby Is Not a Sign of Obesity
With childhood obesity on the rise, should parents worry about the weight of their babies?
Experts at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) say parents should ask their pediatricians to keep tabs on children’s weight from birth on up. But parents shouldn’t …
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Is Your Baby Ready for Solids?
Here’s how to tell if your baby is ready for solid foods:• Your child can hold his or her head steady when sitting.
• Your baby’s tongue thrust reflex is gone (this is the reflex that prevents infants from choking by pushing food out …
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Babies & Toddlers Need Iron to Thrive
Iron-rich foods may not top your list of what to feed your baby or toddler. Yet this mineral is key to your young child’s growing body and mind, experts say.
Iron moves oxygen around your child’s system. Without enough iron, your child …
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Health Considerations when Bottle-Feeding
If you decide not to breastfeed, or are unable to breastfeed, commercial iron-fortified formulas can provide adequate nutrition for your infant. Infant formulas contain adequate amounts of protein, calories, fat, vitamins, and minerals for growth. However, formula … -
After Delivery, Taking Care of Yourself
Having a baby is a life-changing experience, and there’s no way to know just how exhilarating and challenging the first few months can be. From the wealth of new emotions you’ll be feeling, to the physical recovery you face …
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Knock Down Hurdles to Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is one of the greatest health advantages you can give your infant. It’s the “gift that lasts a lifetime,” says Jane Morton, M.D., a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) committee on breastfeeding.
A breastfed baby may …
