ColdsJuly 15, 20244 min read
Signs and symptoms of hypothermia in newborns
Hypothermia is a medical emergency — know the signs.
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Developmental milestonesJuly 15, 20244 min read
Understanding the importance of tummy time for your baby
The benefits of tummy time for babies
BreastfeedingJuly 12, 20244 min read
Breastfeeding while you or your baby are sick
Insights for breastfeeding mothers
Starting solid foodsJuly 12, 20248 min read
Feeding your baby: Birth to one year
From milk to first foods
BreastfeedingJuly 11, 20246 min read
Breastfeeding your baby, according to a lactation expert
Breastfeeding 101
NewsJuly 3, 20243 min read
The toll of hidden, uncompensated work for pediatricians
A Response to NYT's "Why Doctors Aren’t Going into Pediatrics”
VaccinesJuly 1, 20246 min read
2 Month Appointment Shots: Your Baby's Vaccination Guide
All about the childhood vaccines your baby is scheduled to get at their 2-month appointment
FeverJuly 1, 20246 min read
Your baby’s medicine cabinet: What medicine can infants take?
Medications most infants can take, medications infants should avoid, and tips for how to give your baby medications safely
SleepJune 26, 20244 min read
Safe sleep for babies: Side sleeping and rolling
Understanding safe baby sleep positions, sleeping on side, and rolling
ToddlerJune 19, 20245 min read
Potty training your toddler: Methods and tips
Toilet training your toddler
ColdsJune 18, 20247 min read
Do newborns get sick easily?
All about the newborn immune system and why newborns seem to get sick so often
NewbornJune 17, 20245 min read
Newborn Breathing: Guide to Baby Breathe Patterns
All about infant breathing, such as newborn squeaks, grunts and breathing patterns
NewbornJune 10, 20245 min read
How to change your baby's diaper
We'll walk you through the basics of changing your baby's diaper.
FeedingJune 10, 20244 min read
Preparing a warm bottle: breastmilk vs infant formula
To help you through those sleepless nights, Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC, Summer Health’s lactation expert, has tips on warming breast milk or baby formula safely and to the perfect temperature.
Gastrointestinal IssuesJune 10, 20243 min read
What to do when your baby has diarrhea
We'll break down everything you need to know about newborn diarrhea, how to recognize it, how it differs from normal poop, and what to do if your baby is experiencing it.
NewbornJune 10, 20246 min read
What to expect during your newborn's first week
A new parent’s guide to everything you need to know
BreastfeedingJune 7, 20246 min read
How to stop breastfeeding and tips for weaning
This transition can be emotional and is not always straightforward, so to help you with weaning, Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC, a lactation expert at Summer Health, is here to share her tips on transitioning from the breast.
ColdsJune 1, 20245 min read
All about summer colds: What parents need to know
Kids getting sick during the summer can really put a damper on your fun-in-the-sun plans. We asked Summer Health pediatrician Marcy Borieux, MD, FAAP to share a few important facts about summer colds in children.
Gastrointestinal IssuesMay 30, 20244 min read
Infant Acid Reflux
Spitting up is totally normal, and it’s just part of babies being babies. Let's take a closer look at what reflux in infants is all about.
FeedingMay 30, 20247 min read
Understanding iron deficiency in infants: Symptoms & signs of anemia
Not knowing whether your child has enough iron can be worrisome. So we asked one of Summer Health’s esteemed pediatricians — Marcy Borieux, MD, FAAP — to share her wisdom about iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in infants to help answer your questions and ease your concerns.
RashesMay 30, 20244 min read
Understanding your baby’s diaper rash
Babies have sensitive skin and it can get irritated quickly, leading to discomfort, pain, itching, and a nasty rash. To keep those bottoms happy, let’s explore what causes diaper rashes, how to treat them, and tricks to prevent them from coming back.