Even if they have to run additional tests on your baby, he’s probably healthy as can be. Many states require that certain tests are conducted on all newborns, so don’t be alarmed if your baby has to go through a whole battery of blood tests before you are both discharged. Sometimes your doctor […]

Babies that are less than one month old are classified as newborns. Your baby will be given a thorough physical exam immediately after birth to determine your baby’s physical condition. During this time measurements will be taken of your baby. These measurements will include your newborn’s weight, head circumference and length. These numbers will be […]

Some parents are surprised to discover that they don’t immediately feel incredibly bonded to their new baby. Sometimes the baby feels a little like a stranger, even if intense feelings of love are already there. For this reason, it is important for new parents to make a concerted effort to bond with their […]

Babies have special reflexes that last only a few months. It helps to know what the reflexes are so you are not alarmed when they occur.
The following reflexes are normal for newborns:

Moro or “startle” reflex: This occurs when your baby’s head shifts position quickly. Or when her head falls backward. Or when your baby is […]

The American Optometric Association is encouraging parents to get their babies eyes checked within the first year.
Assessments at six months and again at 12 months can determine if the eyes are developing properly and can pinpoint any possible problems at an early stage.
A trained optometrist can test for visual acuity, nearsightedness, […]