From sleeping, feeding, and cuddling to car seats, strollers, bouncy seats and more, babies spend a lot of time on their backs. But they also need lots of tummy time to help build muscles and strength and to gain other healthy benefits. Get the full story from a Cook Children's physcial therapist on the importance of tummy time for your baby.
When it comes to kids, fever is one of the hottest topics of discussion. That's because there are a whole lot of myths about what a fever means and doesn't mean. To help dispel the myths, a Cook Children's pediatrician shares the facts and talks about when to worry, when to call the doctor and what every parent really needs to know about fever.
It should be the safest room in the house. People spends hundreds, even thousands of dollars to ensure they're buying only the best and safest nursery items. But are they safe? Find out which baby products you should avoid buying and get simple tips that will help you create a safe nursery for your baby.
While it's true that some babies are at risk for sudden unexplained infant death (SUID) due to unexpected or unknown medical conditions, those cases are rare. Most SUID cases are due to accidental strangulation or suffocation. The experts at Cook Children's explain the causes of SUID and offer suggestions on ways you can reduce the risk of your baby suffering SUID.
How to know if your baby is in distress
Learn what warning signs let you know your infant is in distress.
