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Your newborn’s reflexes

As you snuggle up with your sweet newborn, you’ll probably notice all sorts of funny movements and quirks. You might see them twitching, flailing their arms and legs, or grasping onto your finger with their tiny hand. Let’s take a closer look at these cute reflexes that your newborn is showing off.

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Honey for infants: When can babies have honey?

We've asked Summer Health's pediatric dietitian, Nicole Silber RD, CDP, CLC, to share expert insights on babies and honey.

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Feeding issues
Dr. Marcy Borieux
Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

Allergies in Infants: Understanding Food Allergies and Seasonal Allergies

Just like adults can have allergic reactions, newborns and babies can have allergies too. Allergies in children happen when a child's immune system notices a strange or harmful substance, and then overreacts to that substance. Anything that causes an allergic reaction is known as an allergen. This explainer will detail the many types of allergies babies and young children can have — including milk allergies, other food allergies, and pollen allergies — as well as how a pediatrician can help your child with allergies.

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Sleep
Jess Ellsworth
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Understanding sleep regressions, according to a sleep specialist

To better understand baby sleep regressions, we're turning to Summer Health’s sleep specialist, Jess Ellsworth, for expert advice that will hopefully help you catch a few more Z's.

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Sleep
Jess Ellsworth
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

5 tips to help your baby to sleep in a crib, according to a sleep specialist

We want the transition to the crib to be as smooth as possible (and we want some well-deserved rest for you too!), so we sat down with Summer Health’s sleep specialist Jess Ellsworth for some pro tips on getting your newborn to sleep in the crib.

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Belly pain
Dr. Marcy Borieux
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

9 ways to help your gassy newborn

Since dealing with a gassy baby isn’t fun for anyone, we'll walk you through the ins and outs of all things gas — triggers, how to spot it, and ways to offer your baby some relief. With a few tricks up your sleeve, you might turn that farty baby into one happy camper.

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What's The Deal With Baby Constipation?

Let's discuss what constipation looks like in babies, and how to keep those diaper changes flowing smoothly.

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First-time parent? How to choose a pediatrician

This guide will lead you through the process of choosing a pediatrician, covering what to look for, factors to consider, and how to find the perfect fit to meet your family’s needs.

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Developmental milestones
Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

Baby cries and colic: a guide for worried parents

Trying to figure out why your baby is crying can feel like trying to solve a logic puzzle. Sometimes there’s an easy fix. Other times, the odds aren’t quite in your favor. It can be especially frustrating when your baby is fussy or crying right after you've tried to solve a core problem, like feeding them if you think they’re hungry. And if you have a colicky baby who cries more than most, your child may seem inconsolable. Knowing these can be stressful times for parents, here are some ways you can try to solve the unpredictable puzzle of baby’s cries.

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Posts about Colds

Colds

Allergies or the Common Cold?

As a parent, it's natural to worry when your baby or child isn't feeling their best. Unfortunately, sometimes it can be difficult to differentiate between a common cold and allergy symptoms.

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Colds

What to Expect this Flu Season

Our Summer Health experts have outlined what to look out for this year, and included recommendations around how to keep your family healthy heading into the holidays.

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Posts about Sleep

Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Understanding sleep regressions, according to a sleep specialist

To better understand baby sleep regressions, we're turning to Summer Health’s sleep specialist, Jess Ellsworth, for expert advice that will hopefully help you catch a few more Z's.

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Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

5 tips to help your baby to sleep in a crib, according to a sleep specialist

We want the transition to the crib to be as smooth as possible (and we want some well-deserved rest for you too!), so we sat down with Summer Health’s sleep specialist Jess Ellsworth for some pro tips on getting your newborn to sleep in the crib.

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Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Why won't my baby sleep? 9 sleep tips for newborn slumber

One of the toughest challenges of adjusting as a new parent is the lack of sleep. When your baby is struggling to doze off, you're wrestling with sleep too, leading to some seriously tough nights and drowsy days. While we all wish there was a magic trick to help babies sleep soundly, the reality is that babies need time to adapt to life outside the womb, and to develop their own sleep rhythm. We're here to share the ins and outs of promoting healthy sleep habits for your little sleep fighter. But before you nod off and turn into a zombie, just know we’re here for moral support and we’re only one text away.

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Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

How to practice safe sleep for babies

After a long, exhausting day of non-stop feeding, fleeting cat naps (seriously, can they stretch them out any longer?), and endless diaper changes, all you’re craving is putting your baby down for the night and to finally catch some Z’s yourself. But as soon as they're down for bed, bam! Anxiety hits. Is my baby too cold? Is the sound machine too loud? Are they still breathing? These parental worries are totally relatable, and for a good reason - we just want our babies to sleep safely.

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