Category: Commentary

Letting Baby Cry It Out

There is a practice called sleep training in which mothers allow their infants under six months of age cry until they fall asleep. Unfortunately, this can lead to a wide variety of negative outcomes, and is not seen as productive by many pediatricians. When an infant in this age range...

Signs That Labor is Near

Although you may never be able to exactly predict when your bundle of joy will arrive, there are several signs that it is right around the corner. If you find yourself urinating more frequently, this is often due to the baby pressing on your bladder from moving downwards in the...

The Scoop on Breastfeeding and Alcohol

There is a new study conducted by a reputable agency that’s bound to stir up some controversy. It concerns alcohol use by breastfeeding mothers, a topic that many people have considered taboo for so long and simply thought it to be bad. But, the La Leche League says that there...

Childcare During Labor and Delivery

For mothers of multiple children, childcare is something that they have to plan for when the due date of their newest little one gets nearer. Having family nearby to take care of older kids is a great option if that is available, although sometimes those plans could fall through for...