Expressing Your Milk
Work, school, or even a late-night movie can need you to be away from your baby. This doesn't mean you have to give up breastfeeding.
Work, school, or even a late-night movie can need you to be away from your baby. This doesn't mean you have to give up breastfeeding.
Nonstress and contraction stress tests check if your baby is getting enough oxygen and nutrients from your blood. Here's what to expect.
Your baby had a procedure called circumcision. Follow these guidelines and instructions from your baby's doctor to care for your baby at home.
Comfort and position are the keys to successful breastfeeding. Learn how to correctly position your baby at the breast. Choose the hold that works best for both of you. You may need to change holds as the baby grows.
Your baby is born with an instinct for suckling. But it takes time for you and your baby to learn how to breastfeed. There are steps you can take to support your baby's natural instincts.
Newborns need good nutrition and plenty of loving - 2 things you can supply with bottle-feeding. There are many formulas, so ask your healthcare provider which is best for your baby.
Decide where you are most comfortable bathing your baby and gather your supplies ahead of time. You will need towels, washcloths, shampoo/body wash, diapers, and clothes. Use the tips below to help keep your baby safe.
Until your newborn's umbilical cord falls off, sponge baths are the best way to bathe your baby. Gather supplies ahead of time. Bathe your newborn every 2 to 3 days, using the steps below as a guide. You can wash the diaper area more frequently as needed to keep the baby clean.
Myomectomy is a surgical procedure to remove uterine fibroids. This procedure may preserve your uterus and your ability to have children.
Your healthcare provider has recommended you have a dilation and curettage. This common procedure helps your healthcare provider learn more about problems inside your uterus or is done to treat a miscarriage.