August Babys First Year Archives

Strides in newborn testing

A new report by the March of Dimes shows that nine out of 10 newborns are screened for 20 medical conditions.
Last year, only two-thirds of newborns were screened. Many of the conditions can be fatal or lead to mental retardation and other disabilities if not detected and treated early.
The number of screenings performed […]

How to Make Homemade Baby Wipes

Like most disposable baby products, baby diaper wipes can be expensive. They also contain unnatural chemicals that may harm your baby. Instead of spending all that money, why not make your own, natural, safe baby wipes at home in just a few minutes?
To start out, you need to find a container to put […]

The Benefits of Breastfeeding

We live in a bottle feeding society. Many mother’s not only find bottle feeding more convenient, they have also been led to believe that feeding formula is somehow better for them and their baby. This information is flat out wrong. The benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby generally far outweigh […]

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