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Foods To Eat While Breastfeeding To Avoid Colic (What Helps & What Worsens It)

by Ann Marie Bantigue
Mom is trying to comfort her colicky baby

Colic is extreme fussiness in infants, demonstrated by plaintive and intense cries. Babies with colic cry for no apparent reason, predictably during bedtime, and lasting several hours. They would lapse into cries as if in pain, with their skin flushed and body tensed. Its …

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From Bottle to Sippy Cup: A Parent’s Survival Guide for a Seamless Transition

by Jennely Pershouse
A toddler girl is laying down on her moms lap while drinking milk from a bottle

At 12 months old, babies no longer need to drink milk. Calcium and protein are available through other sources, but milk is an easy way to ensure your little one gets these essential nutrients. Sippy cups help transition to drinking from a normal cup, …

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The Unexpected Benefits of Applying Breastmilk to Baby’s Eyes (Does It Really Help With Infections?)

by Jennely Pershouse
A baby boy is laying on his back looking around

Breastmilk has wonderful properties that contribute greatly to an infant’s health and, in some cases, can be used to treat sticky eyes and eye infections in newborns. Although breastmilk, particularly colostrum, which is rich in antibodies, is believed to be an effective treatment, it …

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Nighttime Feeding: Milk vs. Water for Your Baby (Will It Help Settle Them When Trying To Wean?)

by Ann Marie Bantigue
Mom is holding her infant baby while bottlefeeding water

Yes, you can give water instead of milk to your baby at night after they’re six months old. Babies do not necessarily need night feeding. They wake up and feed out of habit and use the breast or bottle to soothe themselves to sleep. …

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Say Goodbye to Fidgety Babies: How to Ensure a Peaceful Night’s Sleep

by Emelda Otieno
An infant baby is fidgeting in his sleep, and is now crying because he's woken up

Sleep comes naturally to babies, but behavioral sleep problems, such as difficulty falling asleep independently, account for 20 to 30% of babies’ sleep problems. Babies fidgeting in sleep may be due to not having developed a sleep routine, hunger, or need to feel secure. …

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Castor Oil 2 Days In A Row: Can You Use It Safely To Induce Labor

by Eunice Alexis Rae Barbosa
A pregnant woman is using castor oil to help induce labor

It is not uncommon for pregnant moms to try different natural ways to induce labor, from walking it out, and bouncing on an exercise ball, to eating spicy foods. Some soon-to-be moms are even tempted to try castor oil. However, you might want to …

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