Newborns

Find out how to take care of yourself physically and emotionally after a vaginal or cesarean delivery.

Learn about safe sleep, shaken baby syndrome, car seats, infant CPR, and more.

Baby basics, from head to toe, to keep your baby happy and healthy.

Selecting your child's healthcare provider is one of the most important decisions you'll make. Know what to ask and look for when you're seeking a new care provider.

Neonatal abstinence syndrome, or NAS, is a group of health conditions a newborn has if he is exposed to opioids and certain other addictive drugs while in the womb. Experts explain what health problems a baby with NAS may have, and how to care for them.

More than three million children are hospitalized in the United States every year. Learn about ways to make the hospital stay as safe as possible. Also, your newborn's first checkup will happen in the hospital, which includes screening tests, immunizations as well as advice about the baby's care and condition.

Bath time can be fun for both parent and baby, and even older children can enjoy helping out, with proper supervision. This video will show you the best practices for keeping baby clean and how to make it a good experience for everyone involved.

Children born with cleft lips and/or palates can face a variety of challenges. For their parents, that includes how and when to treat the cleft. Learn more about the treatments here.

Dr. Anne Schuchat, Principal Deputy Director of the CDC's Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry explains what Zika is, how the virus is spread and how to best reduce your risk of infection especially if pregnant or trying to get pregnant.

Swaddling, or snugly wrapping your baby in a blanket, is a great way to comfort a newborn. But it should be done a certain way to keep your baby safe and healthy. Learn how to properly swaddle your baby, what precautions to take, and other tips from experts.

Watch these step-by-step instructions to safely bathing your baby.

Right after your baby is born, it may seem that you are changing dirty diapers after every single feeding, especially if your baby is breastfed. However, after the first several weeks of life, the frequency of stools may dramatically decrease in some babies, leaving a parent to worry that there are too few stools. Learn more about this here.

Nothing rattles a new parent more than a baby that just won't stop crying. The good news is that new parents quickly pick up on their child's cues and what their cries are signaling most of the time. Watch these top tips for calming a crying baby to learn more.

Learn common reasons why your baby might cry, including colic, and learn several ways to comfort him.

This is a common habit for many babies and young children. Most often, thumb sucking isn't a problem. But if it continues for a long time, it can change the shape of the mouth as a child grows.

Understand what an umbilical hernia is and when, or if, surgical repair is necessary.

Watch this video to understand the proper methods for getting a safe and accurate reading of your baby's temperature.

Many new parents are confused about state mandated screening of their newborn. "Newborn Screening: Saves Babies One Foot at a Time" provides the essentials new parents need to know.

Learn what cleft lip and palate is, what causes them, and how they can be fixed?

Understand the common stool patterns of most bottle fed and breastfed babies, how to care for your child's sensitive diaper area and umbilical cord, and common tips to dressing your baby for comfort.

Learn that torticollis is a condition that causes your baby's head to tilt to one side while rotating to the opposite side. Also, understand how it can be treated.

Learn common symptoms of illness, and when to call your baby's healthcare provider. The PKU test, jaundice and the correct use of thermometers are explained.

Shaken Baby Syndrome is a preventable tragedy. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and types of injuries caused by Shaken Baby Syndrome.

The majority of Shaken Baby Syndrome Cases are caused by caregivers and parents, and the majority of those are father or father figures. Here are tips for learning to control your emotions when a baby won't stop crying.

Understand that the concept of rooming-in is where a baby stays with his or her mom after birth for the majority of the day and night and learn why this is beneficial.

Parents of boys have an extra decision to make after birth - whether or not to circumcise. Find out more about what circumcision is, the pros and cons of circumcising, and how to care for both the circumcised and uncircumcised penis.

A pregnant woman who drinks alcohol can harm her developing baby. Fetal alcohol syndrome includes a range of problems seen in these babies. It can lead to lifelong issues.

Read this article to receive answers to commonly asked questions about coronavirus and young children.

Watch this program to learn about newborn skin conditions including skin rashes, neonatal acne and cradle cap as well as tips on how to take care for your baby's skin.

Watch this program to learn how to protect your baby's skin in the heat and tips to avoid heat rash.

Watch this program to learn what eczema is and how to prevent flare-ups in your baby.

Watch this program to learn what diaper rash is, how to treat it and when to call the doctor.

Watch this program to learn what jaundice is, how the condition is treated and when you should call your doctor.

Babies are surrounded by new stimulation that can be tough to process. This program teaches parents how, through massage, they can help to ease baby's stress and possible even help in improving baby's sleep patterns.

This program provides tips to help mothers manage a crying baby with confidence. It provides practical recommendations to calm and soothe baby.

"Portrait of Promise" provides hope and reminds viewers that the key to preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome lies in our hands. It explains Shaken Baby Syndrome and its effect on the infant. Real life stories are shared. This program will help accommodate state teaching requirements.

Watch this program to learn the importance of oral health for your child. Tips to prevent tooth decay, how to clean your baby's gums and teeth, teething and when your child should visit the dentist.

We don't always think about tooth decay being a problem for babies and toddlers. But it's a common issue, and it's serious. Many babies are given bottles with sweet liquids throughout the day and night. This can weaken teeth and allow cavities to form. We call this "baby bottle tooth decay."

Watch this program to learn the importance of well-baby visits for your child including what to expect during their first exam and the importance of immunizations as your baby grows and develops.

Watch this program to learn how your newborn's sense of sight and sound develop as they grow including recognizing your voice as well as learning language and social skills.

All babies cry sometimes, and some babies cry for long periods of time and can't be consoled. These tips can help you deal with a crying baby, before you get frustrated.

The idea of giving your baby the first bath can be intimidating. It's only natural at first to be worried about handling a slippery, squirming baby in water. But the process is not complicated, and many newborns enjoy a warm, calming bath. Read this to learn how to bathe your baby safely and effectively.

Understand that a little bleeding from the umbilical cord or dried blood is normal, but seek immediate medical attention if you can't stop the bleeding.

Learn that there are benefits of skin-to-skin contact for mom, baby and dad!

Babies that arrive early need extra special care. Prepare for your child's stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, or NICU, and get tips on bonding with your special needs baby and bringing your preemie home.

Watch this program to learn the main reasons newborns are at risk for falling in the hospital plus tips to prevent falling injuries for your newborn.

New parents are sometimes hesitant to call their pediatrician or nurse practitioner when they think their baby is ill. This program outlines the warning signs to watch for that mean your child needs to see their healthcare provider.

Providing a safe environment for your new little one starts from the moment you walk in the door. Surfaces should be clean, but make sure you are using cleaning products that are safe for baby. The air baby breathes should also be free of smoke or allergens, and carpets must be vacuumed regularly. This video will outline safe home cleaning practices and products and ways to maintain healthy air quality to ensure a clean and safe home for your baby.

Babies learn very quickly in their first year and in order for parents to ensure the home is a safe place parents must babyproof the house. This means taking a look at each room and removing or securing potential hazards. In this video we go from room to room and offer tips to make sure it's a safe place for baby to grow and explore.

Choking is one of the most common fears among new parents. Many small things a young child may try to put in his or her mouth can cause choking. It's important to be able to recognize the signs that a child is choking, and to know the proper techniques to help save them.

When an infant is not breathing, it takes only four minutes without oxygen for brain damage to occur. So, time is critical. This video will show you the signs to watch for and teach you the basic steps of performing CPR on an infant.

Learn what shaken baby syndrome is, the serious injuries it causes, and tips on how to comfort your baby while keeping them safe.

Watch this video to learn about keeping your newborn safe while traveling in a car.

Watch demonstrations of how to install an infant car seat using both a seat belt and a LATCH system.

This program addresses second-hand smoke concerns and urges mothers to stop smoking, not only for themselves but for their infants. Damage caused to an infant or child by second-hand smoke can aggravate a multitude of medical conditions.

Every year, thousands of children are injured by tipping injuries, from falling dressers, shelves and TVs. Here are tips on how to protect your toddlers and children from tipping injuries.

Houseplants can beautify your living space, but not all plants are safe for kids and pets. Some plants are known to be toxic and others are irritants. Learn which plants are safe and which you should avoid.

Watch this program to learn how to reduce the risk of SIDS and tips to create a safe sleeping environment for your baby.

Feeling overwhelmed by all the choices and advice from friends and relatives about your new baby? What to do? What to buy? The video by the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission includes safety advice for new and expectant parents on shopping for nursery products/equipment including cribs, play yards, high chairs and strollers. It also contains the latest updates on federal standards for these nursery products.

It is important for parents to understand ways to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death. It is equally important for parents to share and promote safe sleep to grandparents and other trusted caregivers. The video portrays what a safe sleep environment looks like and describes other ways to reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related causes of infant death.

This program helps resolve sleep issues with baby so that everyone can get a good night's sleep.

Watch this program to learn about the different types of formula and how to choose the right formula for your baby.

Watch this program to learn how to properly prepare powder and liquid concentrate formula as well as how to clean feeding items.

After watching this program, the viewer should understand the developmental milestones a parent should expect to see in their baby at 8 to 12 months. The series will include vision, hearing, social, and movement guidelines, as well as important signs of possible health issues.

Two-week-old babies are little eating, sleeping, and pooping machines. But that doesn't mean incredible things aren't happening as your baby gains strength and awareness. As long as the days feel to you, the changes your baby is experiencing now are anything but gradual—over the next few weeks, a healthy and developmentally normal baby will experience a burst of progress.

Welcome to week 3! Over the last three weeks, you've likely seen your baby growing more alert and even staring at your face for longer periods, especially during feeding. You're hopefully falling into a more predictable pattern now, even if it's an exhausting one, most moms appreciate having a better idea of when their babies want to eat and sleep and when they're most alert and even the grumpiest.

Understand what you can expect for the physical development in your newborn to 1 month old baby.

Understand what you can expect for the emotional development in your newborn to 1 month old baby.

Understand what you can expect for the cognitive development in your newborn to 1 month old baby.