The right time to switch depends on car seat limits and your child’s ability to sit properly — not just their age
Using the right car seat for your child’s size — and using it correctly every time — can keep them safe on the road
Too much time in certain infant ‘containers’ can cause developmental delays and a flat spot on baby’s head
Start with a few minutes a day and work your way up to an hour or more to help your baby hit developmental milestones
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Dress baby in layers, gate-check your stroller and bring noise-canceling headphones
Experts recommend having infants sleep in your bedroom but not in your bed
Babies shouldn’t wear sunscreen before 6 months old, so opt for shade and cooler parts of the day for outdoor fun time
Wait until they’re at least 6 months old before your little one takes their first dunk
Neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, or NOWS, can develop when a fetus is exposed to opioids, nonmedical drugs or even some prescription drugs during pregnancy
Tiny kidneys and tiny tummies don’t mix well with water
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