There are some places a baby is just not meant to be: behind the wheel of a car, for example. And there are locations many babies have traditionally been, but it’s probably best not to continue to do so, like the kitchen sink. “Newborns have zero immune system” A pediatric doctor has gone viral on TikTok explaining the “unique hazards” of bathing … Read more
If you think you’re doomed for sleep deprivation, spousal bickering and poverty once your precious arrival is here, well, you could be. Or, you could follow the hard-earned wisdom of tri-state parents to make the transition to parenthood a little — or a lot — easier. Riding it out Stephanie Jack, 34, brand marketing director … Read more
They don’t stay little forever. To capture those early days, it’s nice to leave it to a professional. Or, at least get insights from one. For a first moments snap of your newborn, Bella Baby Photography offers a complimentary in-hospital session to families throughout the New York City area, with options for purchase starting at … Read more
There’s nothing like a mother’s love —widely considered primal, unconditional, selfless, even automatic. But what’s less understood and often underappreciated are the changes, sacrifices, demands, and commitment expected of new moms. After the excitement of the baby shower and a newborn’s arrival fades, ongoing support, empathy, and self-love are crucial throughout this transition into the … Read more
This brand is facing a lot of mad mamas. A popular baby brand is being slammed for demanding that an influencer return the crib they sent her after she was unable to post pictures using it — because her baby died. Brooklyn Larsen, a “So You Think You Can Dance” alum, and her husband, Tanner, … Read more
As if coming up with a great baby name wasn’t hard enough. Newborns can’t even control their own movements, but that isn’t stopping New Jersey hospitals from asking parents for their baby’s preferred pronouns and sexual orientation. Inspira Health’s “Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Questionnaire” requires new parents to “identify” their babies as either “Male, … Read more
Gisele Bündchen is out and about in the Magic City. On Thursday, the supermodel, 44, was photographed with her newborn for the first time since giving birth last month. Bündchen — who is also mom to Benjamin, 15, and Vivian, 12, whom she co-parents with her ex-husband, Tom Brady — welcomed her first child with boyfriend Joaquim … Read more
A first-time mom practiced postpartum confinement and didn’t leave the house for 30 days. Amy Nguyen, 30, began her confinement period the day after she gave birth and had a nanny move in with her and husband Mike Nguyen, 29. Postpartum confinement is a tradition that originated in China, where the mum spends 30 days … Read more
Country music rocker Brantley Gilbert rushed off the stage in the middle of his concert Friday night to help his pregnant wife deliver their baby on a tour bus during “the craziest night of my life.” Gilbert’s wife, Amber, went into labor just as the multiplatinum musician started his set at the Cadence Bank Arena … Read more
When people in your circle of friends start going through significant life milestones ahead of the others, it can strain the previously close bond you once had. These milestones may involve entering serious relationships, getting married, or starting families. A woman recently confessed that her friend, who had a baby this year, insisted on bringing her newborn … Read more
Little Rascals star Brandon “Bug” Hall is facing backlash after he quipped that his newborn son will be his “heir” and his oldest daughters were described as “dishwashers.” Hall, who starred as Alfalfa Switzer in the 1994 film, sparked fan outrage when he announced the first of his fifth child and first son, Mark Athanasius … Read more
Are these names very mindful and cutesy? In the wake of the “demure” trend taking over social media popularized by TikTokker Jools LeBron, parents are taking the fad one step further. They’re naming their newborns “Demure.” One new mom posted a TikTok video featuring her baby girl earlier this month, revealing that she had been named … Read more
James* and Meg* have a baby girl, Thalia, who just turned 9 months old. “Two months ago, we stopped talking to my parents after they pulled some s–t,” the dad explained on an AITA forum. “We basically decided it was gonna be up to Thalia when she older if she wants to get her ears pierced. “I was never … Read more
Even “light smoking” — defined as just one or two cigarettes a day — can be a real drag on pregnancy, causing “major health problems” for the newborn, researchers warn in a new study. Though smoking during pregnancy is known to raise the risk of preterm delivery, low birth weight, restricted fetal growth and other … Read more
Severe birth defects have become increasingly common as new research points to fentanyl misuse as a new possible cause. Recently, at least 30 infants across the US have been born with “fetal fentanyl syndrome,” NBC News reported on Friday — a rare condition caused by mothers using the street drug while pregnant. “I have identified … Read more
New dad Scottie Scheffler is beaming with pride over his and wife Meredith’s bundle of joy. Taking to Instagram on Monday, the two-time Masters winner gave fans a glimpse at the couple’s newborn son, Bennett, who arrived last Wednesday, according to the Associated Press. “Welcome to the world little one. Your mom & dad love … Read more
We’ve written about some pretty big baby-name drama stories in the past, but this one stopped us in our tracks. A woman took to the Tea Time Facebook group, an Australian-based gossip page, to share the shocking post. It read: “My ex had a baby…. just found out he’s named her the same name as … Read more
A husband has texted his wife that he wants to end their marriage – and it’s for the most extraordinary reason. In the message exchange, he accuses her of “incest” over a “disrespectful act” shortly after she has given birth. The disrespectful act… is breastfeeding their son. “You know how I feel about that” The couple, April and Jonathan (names changed), … Read more
It’s all about the angles. Rebecca Mcgonigle, from the United Kingdom, was confused when her followers kept commenting congratulations underneath her recent Instagram photo. That’s when she realized she unintentionally created an optical illusion with a bad pose that made people think she was showing off her new baby. “I thought, ‘What the f–k?’ and … Read more
A British mom was left “absolutely terrified” after learning that the newborn baby she was caring for in the hospital was not actually her own child. The shocking incident occurred last September at a hospital in Dorset, England where Maisie Beth, 22, had given birth to her daughter, Isabelle. Beth says she only realized the … Read more