That first year of life, your baby will hit so many milestones: their first smile, their first coo, their first wave, and maybe even those first steps. But just as important as all these monumental ...

Breastfeeding is often presented as natural and intuitive, yet the physical reality is far more complex than many people ...

Starting with tiny amounts like 1 to 2 teaspoons of a single food can help your baby get used to new textures and tastes.

If a mom chooses to breastfeed, there are breastfeeding benefits for both mom and baby. Chrisie Rosenthal, a certified lactation consultant with The Lactation Network, shared eight breastfeeding ...

“Whenever someone tries to make the argument that, ‘it’s just about making sure babies are fed; it’s just about making sure that they have the food they need; it’s just a nutrition thing’ — it’s never ...

While some breastfeeding moms consider milk oversupply a dream, for others it can seem more like a nightmare. Oversupply might mean you’re struggling with engorgement issues and a fussy baby who can’t ...

I decided on three things when my partner and I found out we were expecting our baby boy: That he would be called Max, that we were going to love him no matter what, and that I was going to breastfeed ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (CNN) — There’s a new motto for parents when ...

The first hour following birth—often referred to as the “golden hour”—is a powerful and sensitive transition time for both mother and baby. During this time, the foundations of lifelong health, ...

Every time I have a new baby, I find my life is consumed with how to feed the tiny precious thing I’ve been entrusted with. I have experienced the gamut: My first was mostly formula fed; I’ve powered ...

Caring for HIV-positive mothers after childbirth is critical, particularly when discussing the health of both the mother and the infant. HIV, if not managed appropriately, can pose significant risks, ...

Breastfeeding holds many benefits for growing babies and also for mothers. One big question new mothers have to decide is whether breastfeeding is the best option for them and their newborn baby after ...