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Baby development · 0-6 months

The first half of the first year — babbling milestones, receptive language, parental separation, and what to look for in the early months.

26 articles · updated May 2026

Newborn

New Parent Self-Care to Reduce Anxiety (0–3 Months)

Feeling anxious in the first 12 weeks? Learn evidence-based self-care for new parents to ease postpartum anxiety—plus a simple plan and printable checklist.

11 min read · May 4, 2026

Development

Self-Care for Parents at 9–12 Months: Proven Tips & Routines

Life at 9–12 months is busy. Use these expert-backed self-care routines to lower stress, protect mental health, and enjoy your baby more.

11 min read · May 3, 2026

Development

Play Activities to Build Baby Hand-Eye Coordination

Practical, play-based ways to build baby hand-eye coordination from 3–12 months—plus milestones, tummy time tips, visual tracking, and when to check in.

11 min read · Apr 30, 2026

Newborn

When to Start Sleep Training: Why 4–6 Months Works

Curious when to start sleep training? Learn why 4–6 months is best, what newborn sleep looks like, and gentle steps to build healthy habits from day one.

10 min read · Apr 28, 2026

Development

Receptive Language and Listening Skills: 3–6 Months

From coos to babbles, explore 3–6 month language milestones, signs of healthy hearing, and simple ways to build listening skills every day.

11 min read · Apr 27, 2026

Development

Breastfeeding Distractions: Calm, Focused Feeds 3–12 Months

From 3–12 months, breastfeeding distractions peak. Get expert, evidence-based tips to keep feeds calm, protect supply, and navigate common challenges.

11 min read · Apr 26, 2026

Development

Babbling Milestones at 3–6 Months: What to Expect

Discover what babbling milestones at 3–6 months look like, how listening drives early speech, simple play ideas, bilingual tips, and signs to discuss with your doctor.

10 min read · Apr 24, 2026

Newborn

Room-Sharing Without Bed-Sharing: Safe Newborn Sleep

Practical, AAP-aligned guidance for safe newborn sleep: room-sharing without bed-sharing, setup tips, night feeds, swaddling, and FAQs.

10 min read · Apr 21, 2026

Newborn

Safe Sleep for Newborns: Essential 0–3 Month Guide

Evidence-based, practical tips for safe sleep for newborns in the first 3 months—ABCs of safe sleep, routines, swaddling, room-sharing, and SIDS risk reduction.

11 min read · Mar 26, 2026

Newborn

Soothing Colic: Newborn Crying Help and Caregiver Tips

Gentle, evidence-based tips for soothing colic and newborn crying—plus caregiver self-care, red flags, and resources you can trust.

11 min read · Mar 24, 2026

Newborn

Proven Strategies to Increase Milk Supply (0–3 Months)

Evidence-based guide to increase milk supply in weeks 0–12: what’s normal, latch, responsive feeding, pumping schedules, and when to get help.

11 min read · Mar 21, 2026

Newborn

Safe Sleep for Newborns: Proven Ways to Prevent SIDS

Evidence-based newborn sleep safety: back to sleep, room-sharing not bed-sharing, firm surface, safe swaddling and pacifiers, products to skip.

11 min read · Mar 13, 2026

Development

Managing Parental Guilt During Baby Separation (3–6 Months)

Feeling torn about time away from your 3–6‑month‑old? Ease parental guilt with evidence-based tips, caregiver plans, and secure-attachment routines.

10 min read · Mar 3, 2026

Newborn

C-Section Recovery Essentials for New Parents (0–3 Months)

Your complete, evidence-based C-section recovery guide for weeks 0–12: pain, incision care, breastfeeding, mobility, mental health, and red flags.

11 min read · Feb 18, 2026

Development

Independent Play for Babies: Benefits, Safety & Steps

Independent play for babies boosts development and confidence. Get safety tips, yes-space setup, tummy time ideas, and step-by-step guidance.

10 min read · Feb 16, 2026

Development

Tummy Time Benefits: Development, Milestones & Tips

Learn how tummy time builds strength, vision, and cognition; see AAP/WHO targets, safety tips, ways to prevent flat head, and fun, doable routines for 3–12 months.

10 min read · Feb 11, 2026

Development

Preparing Your Older Baby for a New Sibling: Timing & Tips

Gentle, research-backed guide to preparing a 3–12 month-old for a new sibling—birth spacing, age-appropriate prep, routines, safety, and scripts.

11 min read · Feb 9, 2026

Development

Responding to Baby Cues: 9–12 Month Communication Milestones

Decode 9–12 month baby cues, boost early language with everyday routines, and know when to seek hearing or SLP support.

10 min read · Jan 20, 2026

Newborn

Back Sleeping on a Firm Surface: Newborn Safe Sleep

Your guide to safe sleep for newborns: why back sleeping on a firm, flat surface matters, how to set up the crib, room-share safely, and prevent overheating.

11 min read · Jan 18, 2026

Development

Consistent Routines for 9–12-Month Babies: Parent Guide

Practical guide to consistent routines for 9–12-month babies: sleep, feeding, play, responsive care, separation anxiety, sample schedule, and tips.

11 min read · Jan 16, 2026

Development

Object Permanence & Stranger Anxiety in 3–12 Month Babies

Understand stranger anxiety in babies, how object permanence develops, and simple, science-backed ways to ease everyday separations from 3–12 months.

11 min read · Jan 10, 2026

Newborn

Postpartum Relationship Support for New Parents: 0–3 Months

Your guide to postpartum relationship support in the fourth trimester—daily communication habits, fair task-sharing, self-care, and gentle intimacy tips.

11 min read · Jan 2, 2026

Newborn

Postpartum Relationship Adjustments: 0–3 Month Guide

A warm, evidence-based guide to navigating postpartum relationship changes in months 0–3—communication, chores, intimacy, sleep, and when to seek support.

11 min read · Jan 1, 2026

Newborn

Finding Yourself Postpartum: Self-Care & Support 0–3 Months

Feeling unlike yourself after birth? Learn what matrescence is, realistic self-care, partner tips, and how to get support for new parent mental health.

11 min read · Dec 31, 2025

Newborn

Matrescence: Navigating Postpartum Identity Shift (0–3 Months)

Struggling with who you are after baby? Understand matrescence and find gentle, practical steps to rebuild your sense of self in the first 0–3 months.

11 min read · Dec 30, 2025

Newborn

Self-Care and Support for New Parents: 0–3 Months Guide

A warm, evidence-based guide to self-care for new parents in the first 0–3 months—quick wins, postpartum support, when to seek help, and calming tools.

10 min read · Dec 29, 2025

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