The National Diaper Bank Network and Huggies Release New Diaper Need Study This week, 9/25-10/1, is Diaper Need Awareness Week, which is why I want to share with you a study that was just released on Monday by Huggies and the National Diaper Bank Network, entitled Diaper Need and Its Impact on U.S. Families. This […]
New Research Highlights the Power of Touch
New research shows touch is very powerful for baby For many years, I have believed in the power of touch when caring for babies. Back in 2013, I published an article on the positive effects of touch, including improved brain growth, digestion, behavior and self-esteem. Recently, there has been a wave of new research demonstrating […]
The Scoop on Comfortable Poop by Dr Poo
Helping Your Family Understand Poop and Digestion During my 50 years as a doctor, I have spent the most time discussing gut concerns with parents – what goes into the top end (food) and what comes out of the bottom end (poop). There has been a surge of new research about the importance of dietary fibers, […]
5 Ways to Set the Stage for Mindful, Supportive Diapering
Guest article by: Felicia Fitzgerald, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, Perinatal Outreach Educator, Chicago, Illinois. Last revised: May 15, 2017 While each of your baby’s “first” moments are exciting and memorable, some activities, such as feeding, bathing or diapering your baby, can turn into every day, habitual tasks over time. However, it’s important to keep in mind […]
Baby Proofing Tips for Babies on the Move
Before giving birth, parents often feel a strong natural urge to provide a safe environment for their baby – often called “nesting.” Of course, your baby won’t be mobile for several months, so don’t feel too pressured to get all the baby proofing done right away. But once baby begins to kick, roll and eventually […]
Every Baby Needs a Clean Diaper
One in three U.S. parents struggle with “diaper need” – the inability to provide clean diapers for their baby, according to a 2010 Huggies study. At this scale, diaper need is a critical issue for our nation. In this article we briefly discuss why it is so important that every baby has a clean diaper […]
Baby Wipes are Not Just for Diapering
Note: This article was written by Dr. William Sears and sponsored by Huggies®. Dr. Sears is a member of the Huggies Parent Council. Most pediatricians and parents would agree, baby wipes are a staple of baby care and should be used at every diaper change no matter what – even if it’s just a […]
5 Tips for Welcoming Home Baby Number 2
Note: This article was written by Dr. William Sears and sponsored by Huggies®. Dr. Sears is a member of the Huggies Parent Council. You may be thinking, “I’ve already had one newborn in the house so round two should be a breeze.” You’ve probably already decorated the nursery, stocked up on your favorite Huggies diapers […]
The Power of a Hug: Tips for New Moms and Dads on How Best to Bond with Baby
Note: This article was written by Dr. William Sears and sponsored by Huggies®. Dr. Sears is a member of the Huggies Parent Council. Bonding—the term for the close emotional tie that develops between parents and baby at birth and in the beginning months— is a critical step in the relationship building process with your […]
First Foods for Growing Little “Fatheads”
Choosing the Best First Foods Once upon a time two of the most popular first foods were rice cereal and bananas. As we started having more babies in our family and seeing more babies in our pediatric practice, I realized this custom made no sense because neither of these first foods contained any fat. A […]
Mommy Brain & Daddy Brain
How Parenthood Changes Your Brain for the Better Over my 45 years as a pediatrician, I’ve become increasingly convinced that the term “mommy brain,” and in a different way “daddy brain,” are realities of parent life. Actually, that makes sense. For babies to survive and thrive, parents, especially mothers, would develop an extra radar system […]
Recipe: Classic Sears Family Dinner
Wild Alaskan Salmon – Wild Rice – Chard Ingredients SALMON 6. oz fillet wild Alaskan salmon, 1 fillet per person (We like Vital Choice) SAUCE (choose one) Blueberry Sauce (Option 1) 1/2 c. frozen or fresh blueberries Vital Choice Organic Salmon Marinade (Option 2, pictured above) 1 tsp. of marinade 2 Tbs. olive oil WILD RICE […]