Home and Family
Information on how to keep your home organized with babies and toddlers including laundry tips, cooking tips, recipes and holiday activities for the whole family.
Choosing a Babysitter
Choosing a babysitter for this tender age comes with some special considerations. Learn how to choose the best sitter and how to prepare your sitter for your active and curious child.
Choosing Quality Day Care
Learn about the types of child care available and how to go about choosing what's best for you and your child. Also find resource and referral services in your area, and find out what is required of child care providers in your area.
Pregnant and Preparing for Baby
Congratulations! You're about to have a new arrival. You might be feeling a little overwhelmed by all the things needed to get your home ready. Well now you can relax! We've got all the essentials right here. Find books to read, classes to take, products you won't want to be without and tips on getting your finances in order.
Products You'll Need to Care for Baby
Find the latest baby gadgets and gizmos and learn which products you will definitely want on hand when baby arrives.
All About Caring for Your Newborn
Information you need to know about caring for your newborn including feeding advice, health tips and how to deal with important issues like sleep and crying.
Breastfeeding Your Newborn
Helpful advice on breastfeeding your newborn, including resources for moms who are going back to work and will be pumping milk. Also includes information about nursing in public and deciding how long you will breastfeed.
Health Problems and Calling the Doctor
Information concerning health issues in infants and problems that require a call to your health care provider.
Formula Feeding and Newborn Nutrition
Information for parents who have chosen to bottlefeed their babies. Topics include safety tips, necessary supplies and descriptions of the different types of formulas available
Sleep -- Yours and Baby's
Information to help you and your baby get a good night's sleep. Advice on how to develop good sleep habits for your child that will last a lifetime.
Work Issues -- Maternity Leave
Going back to work? Working moms can find resources here that address their unique needs and get tips on how to balance work, family and self.
All About Caring for Your Baby
You and baby have made it through the newborn phase, and your child's personality is really starting to take shape. Find out how best to help your baby develop and grow and learn how to deal with common issues like teething, walking and talking.
Breastfeeding Older Babies and Weaning
The benefits of breastfeeding will last as long as you are still nursing, but deciding when to wean is up to you. Find out what the current recommendations are, how to nurse an older baby or toddler and how to wean once you or your child have made the decision.
Dealing with Teething Issues
Teething can be a difficult time for baby and caregivers. Find out what the signs of teething are and what you can do to help ease baby's pain.
Keeping Immunizations Current
Learn about new vaccines, find medical information about immunization and get schedules to help you make decisions and keep your child healthy.
Normal Development in Your Baby
Facts concerning your child's normal development. Find out what babies are doing cognitively, physically and mentally at each age and stage and learn the warning signs of developmental delays.
All About Caring for Your Toddler
Information covering important toddler topics including behavior, babysitters, preschool, health care, nutrition, potty training and fun activities.
Potty Training Your Toddler
Is it time to toss the diapers at your house? Find out if you're ready and get helpful information on how to potty train your toddler.
Fun Activities for Your Toddler
Fun activities to do with your toddler. Many of these activities use household items and can be done any time, so the fun is never far away.
Disciplining Your Toddler
Learn ways to discipline your toddler that will help him gain his independence without turning your household inside-out.
Product Recalls
Ensure your child's safety by keeping up with the latest product recalls.
Baby and Toddler Photo Gallery
Photos of babies and toddlers from readers and members of the Baby Parenting Site.
Parenting Quizzes
Fun and informative quizzes just for parents. Find out your parenting style or test your knowledge on parenting topics like colic, safety and more.
Parenting Debates
Debatable issues for parents including spanking, circumcision, immunizations, breastfeeding, sleep methods and the use of pacifiers.
Organization and Cleaning
Articles and tips that will help you keep your home clean and organized.
Recipes and Cooking
Tips and recipes that will help you cook for your entire family, including babies and toddlers.
Family Gardens
Share nature and a love of the outdoors with your children. Here you can find ways to make your home more attractive, learn how to grow your own fruits and vegetables or build ponds and other unique features.
Child Care Preparation Classes
Taking classes is a great way to learn new parenting skills or brush up on old ones. Here you will find resources regarding how to find classes in your area, what classes are available online and tips to help make your learning successful.
Birth Announcements
Here you'll find everything you need to announce the birth or adoption of your new baby.
Getting Your Finances in Order
Get timely advice on how to budget, how to save and how to organize your finances now that baby is here or on the way.
Preparing Your Home for Baby
There are many things to think about when bringing home a new baby. Here you'll find what you need to know to help you make your home as safe and comforting as possible. Find information on childproofing and safety, as well as tips to make your home a warm and stimulating environment for your infant.
Preparing the Family for Baby
Get your family prepared for a new baby. Tips on how to make everyone feel included, including pets, significant others and older siblings.
Books to Help You Prepare for Baby
Find books and reviews to help you prepare for your new baby. Books covering childrearing, caregiving, home preparation, instructional manuals and all-in-one almanacs will be included.
Dealing with Postpartum Issues
Help dealing with your healing body and mind after giving birth.
What to Do When You Bring the Baby Home
Coming home from the hospital with your newborn is an exciting time. It can also be a little scary, especially if this is your first child. Find the information you need to care for baby during this special time.
Circumcision Resources
Get information to help you make the decision on whether or not to have your child circumcised. Also find advice on how to care for both the uncircumcised and circumcised penis.
Diapering Tips and Resources
Gain advice on which diapers and diapering methods parents prefer and find information regarding rashes, special diapering issues of preemies and more.
Keeping Your Newborn Safe from Illness
Learn how to keep your newborn healthy and free from illnesses such as cold, flu, ear infections and other common childhood illnesses.
Newborn Breastfeeding Tips
Breastfeeding tips for new moms. Help with correct positioning and latch-on techniques and information about when you should call a lactation consultant or your doctor.
Pumping Breastmilk for Your Newborn
Help for mothers who are pumping breastmilk for their newborn babies. Tips on proper storage, handling and thawing, and advice for those who are returning to work.
Breastfeeding in Public
Exploring the legal and practical issues surrounding breastfeeding your child in public.
TV & Books for Your Toddler
Looking for that perfect book for your toddler? Wondering what television programs are the most educational for this age? Get advice and read reviews from experts and other parents on what's hot and what's not.
Play Dates and Friends for Your Toddler
Your toddler can learn a lot from regular play dates with friends including social skills and how to deal with separation issues. Find out how to get a playgroup started in your area.
Teaching Safety Skills to Your Toddler
Now is the time to begin teaching your toddler about safety. Respecting others, stranger danger, body boundaries, physical safety and more are covered here.
Setting a Good Example for Your Toddler
Your toddler is watching you. Learn how to put this to good use by setting the best examples when it comes to manners, communication and more.
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