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Newborn Resources for Parents

Congratulations on the arrival of your new baby.

Bringing your newborn home for the first time will be one of the most joyful moments of your life. But it can also be scary for new parents as they navigate caring for a tiny infant on their own. Our newborn resources section gives helpful information and provides answers to some of the most common questions new parents have. From concerns about your newborn’s health to feeding and sleep safety, we have you covered.

Explore the topics below to find out more.

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Caring for Your Newborn

Get answers to some of the most frequent questions parents of newborns have about caring for their baby – covering topics such as feeding, sleep, colic and more.



Baby Care
101

An adorable baby boy sleeping in his mother's arms

Should You Swaddle Your Newborn?

Swaddled newborn baby

Coping with
Colic

New mom paces the floor in her home while comforting her fussy newborn son

Flat Spot on Baby’s Head: What to Do

young infant lying on back with arms overhead

Caring for Newborn’s Umbilical Cord

newborn lying on its back wearing diaper

Giving Your Newborn a Bath

small baby in bathtub held by adult arms

Your Baby’s Health

As a new parent, you may have some anxiety surrounding your baby’s health. We’re here to help with information about some of the most common newborn health concerns.




Baby Spit-up:
How Much Is Too Much?

mom comforting baby

Is This Baby Poop Normal?

Infographic: Is This Baby Stool Normal?

Croup
In Children

A little boy peacefully sleeping on a sofa

Treating Your Child’s Fever

mother holding a baby and looking at a thermometer

RSV and
Bronchiolitis

A father wiping his toddler daughter's nose

Recognizing RSV In Your Baby

A baby wearing nasal canula and oxygen relaxes at home in a chair

What to Know About Jaundice

infant jaundice

What to Do for Baby’s Stuffy Nose

mom comforting baby

Baby Development

Everything you need to know about your newborn’s growth, development and milestones.

How Your Newborn
Communicates with You

Woman holding her newborn after birth in hospital

Ways to Enhance Your
Baby’s Brain Development

Cute little boy playing with a toy train

Breastfeeding & Feeding

Get breastfeeding support, a guide to starting solids and other helpful tips.


Best Breastfeeding Tips

breastfeeding

Back-to-work & Breastfeeding

Breast milk in the bottle and storage bags

Starting Baby on Solids

Baby being fed from a jar

What’s In Your Baby’s Food?

jars of baby food

Bonding & Parenting

Get advice on how to nurture and strengthen the bond you have with your infant, as well as general parenting tips for new moms and dads.

Dad’s Role
In Pregnancy & Beyond

A young father bonding and playing with his infant son in their living room

Babywearing

A young mother with her newborn baby son in a sling

Skin-to-Skin Contact

mom and newborn

Make Your Child’s
Shots Less Stressful

Infographic: 6 Ways to Make Your Child’s Shots Less Stressful

Dealing with Unwanted
Parenting Advice

Blog

Sleep Tips

Learn about sleep safety and ways you can help ensure your newborn gets the rest needed for healthy development.

Sleep Pointers for Babies
and New Parents

Swaddled newborn baby

Why Inclined Sleepers
Can Be Dangerous

inclined sleepers

Car Seats are
No Substitute for a Crib

Smiling infant in a car seat

Infant Safety

Help keep your baby safe by learning about topics such as car seat installation, swaddling and childproofing your home.


Childproofing Your Home

Infographic: Your Room-By-Room Guide to Childproofing Your Home

Should You Swaddle Your Newborn?

Swaddled newborn baby

Relieve Teething Pain Safely

teething baby

Get Best Protection for Car Seat

A smiling toddler in his car seat

Grandparents and Safety

A little girl turns knobs on an oven