How to Get a Breastfeeding Newborn to Take a Bottle
You’ve committed to breastfeeding, but you also want your newborn to accept a bottle when needed. Here’s how to introduce a bottle early so you avoid the dreaded bottle refusal …
Eat
Find posts to guide you through your “eat” section of your eat/wake/sleep cycle in the Babywise method. Find tips on breastfeeding, feeding solids, dropping feedings, and family mealtimes. You can also find tips on dealing with picky eating.
Sleepy Newborns: Work to Feed for 10 Minutes
Got a newborn who keeps falling asleep mid-feeding? You’re not alone. Learn how long to work at waking your sleepy baby, when to let it go, and why the occasional …
How to Tell if Baby Is Really Having a Growth Spurt or Not
Is it really a growth spurt — or something else? Learn the key signs to look for so you can stop guessing and start helping your baby (and your schedule) …
Food Portions for Kids by Age from Baby-8 Years
Wondering if your child is eating too much, too little, or just right? Here are recommended food portions and serving sizes for every stage from birth through age 8 — …
How To Make Sure You Are “Feeding the Rainbow”
Eating the rainbow isn’t just a cute idea — it’s one of the easiest ways to make sure your kids get a wide range of nutrients. Here’s what “feeding the …
How To Tell if Baby is Getting a Full Feeding
Is your baby actually getting a full feeding — or just snacking? Learn 6 simple signs to watch for, from feeding length and diaper output to growth and contentment, so …
Keeping a Newborn Awake During Feedings
Does your newborn keep dozing off mid-feeding? You’re not alone — and it matters more than you think. A sleepy eater means shorter naps, poor sleep, and an underfed baby. …