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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.

41 articles · updated August 2026

Newborn

Exclusive Breastfeeding Benefits for Newborns (0–3 Months)

Learn how exclusive breastfeeding in the first 3 months boosts immunity and growth, with latch tips, vitamin D guidance, and troubleshooting.

11 min read · Aug 6, 2026

Development

Teething Products to Avoid: Safe Alternatives for Babies

Worried about unsafe teething products? Learn what to skip, why it matters, and safe, evidence-based teething remedies recommended by pediatric experts.

10 min read · Aug 4, 2026

Development

Safety When Baby Starts Rolling: A 3–12 Month Guide

Your baby’s first roll changes everything. Learn safe sleep, fall prevention, and babyproofing tips—plus when to call the pediatrician.

11 min read · Aug 2, 2026

Development

When to Call the Pediatrician: Guide for 3–12 Months

Not sure when to call the pediatrician for a 3–12 month-old? Get clear fever cutoffs, red flags, teething facts, safe home care, and when to go to the ER.

10 min read · Jul 31, 2026

Development

Quality Care and Secure Attachment for Babies 3–12 Months

A warm, research-backed guide to secure attachment baby care, easing guilt, planning separations, and making every minute of connection count.

11 min read · Jul 27, 2026

Newborn

Postpartum Anxiety Screening for New Parents (0–3m)

Worried more than usual since baby arrived? Learn postpartum anxiety symptoms, how screening at well-child visits works, and practical ways to feel better now.

10 min read · Jul 20, 2026

Development

Practical Tips to Encourage Crawling (3–12 Months): How to Help Your Baby Move

Learn how to encourage baby to crawl with safe setups, tummy time activities, strength builders, and when to check in if baby’s not crawling at 9 months.

11 min read · Jul 16, 2026

Development

Recognizing Baby Hunger and Fullness Cues (3–12 Months)

Decode baby hunger and fullness cues from 3–12 months, start solids confidently, and feed responsively with calm, practical steps.

11 min read · Jul 14, 2026

Newborn

Protect Milk Supply When Supplementing With Formula

Worried about adding formula? Learn how to protect milk supply when supplementing with proven strategies, pumping schedules, and paced bottle feeding.

11 min read · Jul 13, 2026

Development

Baby Cruising Milestone: Timing, Tips, Safety Guide

Discover when babies start cruising, how to encourage it, AAP walker safety, and smart babyproofing for cruisers—plus play ideas, red flags, and FAQs.

11 min read · Jul 11, 2026

Newborn

Sponge Baths Until Cord Heals: Safe Newborn Bath Guide

A gentle, step-by-step guide to sponge baths until the cord heals—safe temps, supplies, umbilical cord care, and when to start tub baths.

10 min read · Jul 3, 2026

Development

Tummy Time for Rolling: How to Help Baby Roll Over

A friendly, evidence-based guide to tummy time for rolling—what’s typical, how to help, safe sleep, and babyproofing as your baby’s mobility begins.

11 min read · Jun 22, 2026

Development

Interactive Reading for Babies: Boost Language 3–12 Months

Interactive reading from 3–12 months builds language and bonding. Learn routines, book picks, and screen-time tips backed by AAP, ZERO TO THREE, and CDC.

10 min read · Jun 14, 2026

Development

Responsive Parenting Boosts Baby Communication (3-12m)

From coos to first words, see how responsive parenting and routines help babies 3–12 months communicate—with milestones and simple daily tips.

10 min read · Jun 13, 2026

Newborn

Newborn Bath Safety: Water Temperature & Supervision

Keep bath time cozy and safe. Learn ideal temps, touch supervision, setup, and step-by-step tips for newborns 0–3 months.

10 min read · Jun 4, 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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