The Sleep Secret: Consistency & Flexibility
Sleep strategies are based on the idea that parents can create a consistent environment so their infant can learn a new skill set. You always want to remain curious & be willing to adjust your strategy as your baby’s needs change.
Flying with an Infant
Traveling with a new baby is always a tricky proposition. In my perfect world, you would wait until 2 weeks after the “2 month” immunizations before you travel on a plane.
5 Tips to Make Tummy Time a Little More Fun
The newborn and five-week pediatrician appointments are filled with information about how to attend to your new baby. Here are five pearls to convince resistant babies that tummy time is not that bad.
Golden, At Any Hour
From the moment when a baby is born, everything changes. It’s hard to accept that we can’t know exactly what will happen next. It’s exciting—and naturally a little nerve-wracking.
Thank You
We are honored and grateful to all of our partners for helping to create 'The First Month'. Thank you, and off we go!
Measles & The MMR Vaccine
There is still a significant measles outbreak burden in many countries throughout the world. [...]
Croup: Premier Pediatric’s Guide
7 Must Knows for a New Parent! What is croup? Croup is a general [...]
Iron Rich Foods
Why is it important for my child to eat foods with iron? Iron deficiency [...]
Stomach Bug/Gastroenteritis
What is the “Stomach Bug”? Gastroenteritis is a stomach infection that can cause diarrhea [...]
Frequently Asked Questions: A Guide to Asthma
Asthma is caused by inflammation in the airways that lead to the lungs. Read on to learn more about diagnosing and treating asthma and wheezing.
6 Must Know Facts about Sunscreen
Here are 6 interesting, must know facts about sunscreens. What works and what doesn't. Read on to learn more.
Safe Teething Remedies for Your Child
Teething is a common cause of pain and discomfort for infants and toddlers. Here are some safe remedies to help ease the discomfort of your child.