Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is not a disease or a medical condition. Rather, it is a diagnosis made when a baby under 1 year of age dies suddenly and the exact cause cannot be immediately determined. However, there are certain risk factors that increase the likelihood of a baby dying suddenly.

Babies often suck to soothe themselves, which is why many babies rely on pacifiers or fingers when they are not breastfeeding or bottle-feeding. However, many parents worry that giving their babies pacifiers can affect their teeth and the breastfeeding process.

You've been through pregnancy, labor, and delivery, and now you're ready to go home and start your new life. But when you get home, you may feel lost about how to care for your little one. The tips below can help you feel confident about caring for your newborn.

How old should babies start sleeping alone? While the latest safe sleep guidelines suggest parents should room-share with their babies until they are at least 6 months old, new research suggests that may not be the best thing for either the baby or the rest of the family.

Each year, more than 3,500 infants in the United States die suddenly and unexpectedly while sleeping, often from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or suffocation. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) updated policy and technical report, addressing the use of sleepers and adding recommendations for creating a safe sleep environment is essential to reducing the risk of sleep-related infant deaths. The following article will provide additional helpful information on how to ensure your infant sleeps safely.

Swaddling is one of the most important tasks when caring for a newborn. A properly swaddled baby will feel more comfortable, sleep better, and cry less. For parents of young children, understanding what proper swaddling is, as well as when to swaddle your baby and when to stop swaddling your newborn are important issues to be informed about.