Health Buzz: Newborn's Cries Mimic Mom's Language and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - November 6, 2009
Rihanna speaking out about domestic violence; 6 common myths and misconceptions about diabetes
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Newborn Babies May Cry in their Mother Tongues
Science - November 5, 2009
Days after birth, French and German infants wail to the melodic structure of their languages.
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New Item on the School Cafeteria Menu: a Calorie Limit?
By
Katherine Hobson
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On Fitness - October 20, 2009
The Institute of Medicine also says kids need more fruits, veggies, and whole grains.
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Money-Saving Tips for New Parents
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Money - October 13, 2009
Babies are expensive, but these experts offer ways to control the costs.
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Majority of Babies Will Live to 100—How Will They Do It?
By
Deborah Kotz
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Health - October 2, 2009
Rising life expectancy means more of us will live not only longer but better through our senior years.
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Health Buzz: America's Fish Contaminated by Mercury and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - August 21, 2009
HPV vaccine's side effects are tough to monitor; is your baby smarter than you are?
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What's Wrong With This Picture? Baby Is in Danger
By
Lindsay Lyon
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Health - August 17, 2009
Magazine photos, ads show unsafe baby sleep positions and situations that may cause SIDS, study says.
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Is Your Baby Smarter Than You Are?
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - August 17, 2009
Infants use science and math to figure out how the world works.
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Breast-Feeding Lowers Breast Cancer Risk for Some
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - August 10, 2009
A new study shows it lowers the risk of premenopausal breast cancer for those with a family history.
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Combo Treatment Eases Wheezing in Babies
Health - May 13, 2009
Epinephrine, dexamethasone reduces hospitalization risk by 35%, study finds
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Vaccine Schedule: The Pros and Cons of Taking a Flexible Approach
By
Deborah Kotz
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Health - January 30, 2009
Two pediatricians share conflicting views on whether it's OK to space out your baby's immunizations.
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Health Buzz: Birth of Octuplets and Other Health News
Health - January 28, 2009
How much you should pay for healthcare; what experts think about rating hospitals and doctors.
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Health Buzz: Dropping Cancer Rates and Other Health News
Health - November 26, 2008
Melamine found in U.S. infant formula; how to have your turkey and a healthy Thanksgiving, too
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Marc Jacobs Bugaboo: Strolling in Style
By
Kimberly Castro
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Luxe Life - November 25, 2008
Your baby will be safe and stylish ... that is, if you can snag one.
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U.S. Gets a 'D' for Preterm Birth Rates
Health - November 12, 2008
March of Dimes says 18 states plus Puerto Rico and District of Columbia get failing grades.
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How Much Sun Does It Take to Make Vitamin D?
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - October 17, 2008
Hint: A lot more than you'd think.
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3 Ways to Make Sure Kids Get Their Vitamin D
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - October 13, 2008
If your kids were getting the recommended dose before, they now need twice that much.
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Health Buzz: SIDS Risk and Other Health News
Health - October 8, 2008
Circumcision and HIV, honey and healing, and how school lunches affect test scores.
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Our Baby Formula Worries Pale Next to China's
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Medicine - September 19, 2008
While we may be scared by bisphenol A in bottles and formula, it's nothing compared with melamine.
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Vitamin D Deficiency Common in Babies
By
Deborah Kotz
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Health - June 3, 2008
Why breast-feeding and sunscreen may be to blame.
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Once in Intensive Baby Care, These Twins are Now Walking
By
Lindsay Lyon
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Health - May 29, 2008
Keira and Evan were delivered two months early, it wasn't clear they'd make it to their first birthday.
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Money Tips for New Moms
By
Kimberly Palmer
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Alpha Consumer - May 23, 2008
5 tips for saving big before delivery day.
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Diabetes in Pregnancy Is on the Rise
By
Lindsay Lyon
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Health - April 28, 2008
Why—and how—diabetic women should prepare to conceive a baby.
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How to Prevent Preterm Birth
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - March 25, 2008
Premature babies face a greater risk of childhood death and adult infertility, a study finds.
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