Sleep training for newborns has gotten a lot of attention in recent years. However, it is not a new concept. One of the most popular sleep training methods is the Ferber Method, which Richard Ferber developed in the 1980s. It\’s a gradual \”cry it out\” method of sleep training. Here are the steps to using…
Pacifiers may very well be a parent\’s best friend. They can really be helpful when your baby is crying hysterically and you just need another minute to get their bottle ready or find a place to breastfeed comfortably. Not all babies will take pacifiers, so it\’s best to try them early on to get your…
Sleep is one of the most important factors that will affect your child\’s growth and development. Although it can be hard to put your 6 month old baby on a sleep schedule, it can be helpful for them and for you. Their circadian rhythm has started developing around the age of 4 months and they…
What are retinoids? Retinoids are a class of medications derived from vitamin A that are used to treat numerous skin conditions. Retinoids can be used topically on the skin as well as ingested orally. Topical retinoids are most commonly used to treat psoriasis, acne, melasma, hyperpigmentation from chronic sun exposure and fine wrinkles. Retinoids work…
The early days of being a parent are very overwhelming. One of the questions many parents have is, \”How often should I bathe my newborn baby?\”. In the early days of a baby\’s life, parents do not need to bathe their child very often – just a few times a week. In the beginning, you…
Tumbling off a bike, surgery, acne, or burn will all leave scaring. In fact, each of these scars presents itself differently. How long for scars to fade depends on a number of factors. First, we need to discuss what a scar is and how it forms. When there is a break in the skin, it is…
For most of us we have become avid label readers. We like to know what we put into and onto our bodies and are concerned about safety. Organic is a term used frequently but unfortunately there is not a lot of governmental regulation to control it. The term natural is also used but many substances…
Newborns do not have long stretches of sleep. This means parents are usually not getting long stretches of sleep. Creating an environment that optimizes your newborn\’s sleep is essential. This can mean the difference between getting a few hours of sleep or not getting any sleep at all. Here are the top recommendations from experts…
Sleep is a critical element in overall physical health. During sleep, the heart and blood vessels make any necessary repairs. It allows for better concentration and productivity as well as more energy for physical activities including exercise. So, how long should newborns sleep? The answer is, most of the day. Until they are about 3…
Is it possible to be sleep training while room sharing with your baby? It is possible, but it is not easy. Sleep training while room sharing may be popular because many pediatricians do recommend that parents room share until the child is one year of age. However, room sharing can cause disturbed sleep for both…
